It is not uncommon for some dental students to experience discomfort while handling bodily fluids. Some have even chosen a career in medicine despite their proneness to faint at the sight of blood. It takes quite a commitment and determination to overcome those fears. Whether it is a vasovagal response or a fear of blood or transmissible disease, the concern is how you manage and control such feelings.
Answer this question honestly. If you don't have any such issues, say so, yet use this opportunity to validate the question by expressing your familiarity with the safety precautions and protocol that come with exposure to bodily fluids. If you have trouble handling blood and other bodily fluids, explain how you cope and overcome such issues. This determination will speak to your dedication to your collegiate pursuits.
