What is the most common type of medical emergency encountered in dental settings?
  1. Syncope
  2. Hyperventilation
  3. Shock
  4. Asthma
Explanation
Answer - A - Syncope is the most common type of medical emergency encountered in dental settings. Syncope is a sudden, transient loss of consciousness. It is caused by decreased cerebral function, resulting from impaired circulation or altered metabolism. In the dental setting, syncope is often due to fear and anxiety.
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