Adult Oral Health Clinical Case #3

  1. James, a 57-year-old man, presents to the community clinic to establish care. He complains of a loose tooth and oral pain. He reports a history of hypertension and type 2 diabetes. He takes lisinopril and metformin. Laboratory tests and examination findings demonstrate that he is in poor glycemic control with his current medication regimen.

    You are a member of a health care team that works collaboratively to provide James with appropriate and timely oral health care. Which of the following behaviors best exemplifies the mutual respect and trust that are foundational to interprofessional collaborative practice?

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