All of the following are positive suggestions for dealing with a gag reflex EXCEPT:
A)instruct the patient to breathe through the nose
B)start in the anterior region and move to the posterior
C)ask the patient before beginning the procedure if he or she has ever gagged in the past
D)have the tubehead in the area in which you are working before placing the film

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Asking the patient if they have gagged in the past may increase anxiety and anticipation of gagging, which can trigger the reflex.

All of the Following Are Positive Suggestions for Dealing with a Gag