A patient with a physical disability enters the medical office. The most appropriate response by the medical assistant is to

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Asking the patient whether assistance is needed respects the patient's autonomy and acknowledges that they may or may not require help. It is a respectful and appropriate way to address the needs of a patient with a physical disability without making assumptions about their capabilities or invading their privacy.

A Patient with a Physical Disability Enters the Medical Office