Special Healthcare Needs Flashcards
Who qualifies as being a Special Healthcare Needs Patient?
“patients with specific oral and general systemic conditions”
Approximately how many people in the US have special needs?
55 million/ 20% of the entire population
Out of every 5 patients, how many are estimated to require treatment modifications in the dental office?
2-3 or 60%
What do we treat first?
The patient, the condition is secondary.
What is our role as Dental Hygienists?
- Know what is considered “Healthy” and “within normal limits”
- Develop Care Plans
- Make Modifications prior, during, and after.
- Communicate appropriately
- Use/Find Resources
- Be aware of belief systems
- Eliminate Barriers
- Support & Encouragement
What are precautionary measures?
a measure taken BEFOREHAND to prevent harm or secure good; a safeguard
What is one governing order we must abide by when working with special needs patients?
Americans with Disabilities act.
What are some examples of precautionary measures that should be taken into consideration when seeing our patients?
- Thorough MH
- Know their Conditions
- Vital Signs
- Monitor patient for signs of distress
What are examples of communication considerations?
- Be aware of verbal and nonverbal cues
- Open dialogue (no judgement)
- Show, Tell, Do
What are treatment planning considerations?
A matter taken into account when formulation a plan; continuous and careful thought”
What are examples of treatment planning considerations?
- Transportation
- Time/Duration of appt.
- Chair positioning
- Environment (access/hazards)
- Follow up care (3 month recall)
- Pt./Care giver Education
- Consistency
- Say it, do it
Acute
rapid or sudden onset; treat the cause, recovery will result
Anticipatory Guidance
Provide info to parents/care givers regarding condition or treatment expectations
Barrier-free environment
non-obstructive
Chronic
Condition that lasts more than 30days; treat the symptoms, recovery MAY result
