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Unit 2: Supplementary Outcome Appendix I
Every practising dentist has a responsibility to maintain good quality
clinical records. This has been clearly stated by the GDC and also
reinforced by bodies such as the BDA and GDPA. Clinical records are
fundamental to the process of the delivery of dental care, contributing to
the diagnosis, planning and correct sequencing of treatment. Moreover,
accurate records are essential for ensuring that patients receive
appropriate and safe treatment.
1) List the reasons why taking of a general medical
history by dentists is important:
to make the dental team more aware of the patients allergies and illnesses. This
could also help preparing the team for future actions and to provide safe treatment
and helps improve the diagnosis.
Unit 2: Supplementary Outcome Appendix I
Every practising dentist has a responsibility to maintain good quality
clinical records. This has been clearly stated by the GDC and also
reinforced by bodies such as the BDA and GDPA. Clinical records are
fundamental to the process of the delivery of dental care, contributing to
the diagnosis, planning and correct sequencing of treatment. Moreover,
accurate records are essential for ensuring that patients receive
appropriate and safe treatment.
1) List the reasons why taking of a general medical
history by dentists is important:
to make the dental team more aware of the patients allergies and illnesses. This
could also help preparing the team for future actions and to provide safe treatment
and helps improve the diagnosis.
