INBDE Integrated National Board Dental Exam Prep Set 2

Answer: C - Of the behavioral management techniques; hand-over-mouth requires parental consent. Voice control, distraction, positive reinforcement, and nonverbal communication are other behavior management techniques. However, the most important and calming technique is tell-show-do in which the child feels in control. Sedation should be avoided. Appointments should be brief for mentally-challenged children.