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Valid consent involves:
- informed consent - given all relevant information
- voluntary consent - without pressure of coercion
- capacity - mental ability
- ongoing process - throughout treatment
301.4.1 Explain the purpose of gaining
valid consent
The importance of gaining valid consent:
- respect - patient's right
- legal protection - protection against claims
- trust - clear communication
- GDC standards - adheres to guidelines
- every adult is presumed to have capacity unless otherwise established
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - capacity - understand information, retain information, weigh information to make
be considered by the clinician to obtain a decision and communicate their decision
valid consent - give support to make a decision
- Capacity (Mental Capacity Legislation) - if patient lacks capacity they cannot give consent - clinician must act in their best
interest
- alter communication approach - using clear language, using visual aids, use of
an interpreter and extra time
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must
- offer longer appointments to give extra time to process information
be considered by the clinician to obtain
- support from a family member or carer - ensure final decision is made by the
valid consent
patient where possible
- Patients with additional needs
- assess capacity and presume capacity unless proven otherwise
- act in patients best interest if they lack capacity
- gillick consent applies to children under the age of 16
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - assess whether the patient has the maturity and intelligence to understand
be considered by the clinician to obtain - decision must be voluntary
valid consent - information must be given in a way young children can understand
- Gillick consent - confidentiality - not required to tell the parent
- can involve the parent even if the child is gillick competent
,301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - consent must be tailored to the patient's needs and circumstances
be considered by the clinician to obtain - all material risks must be discussed with the patient
valid consent - alternative treatments and the option of no treatment must be discussed
- Montgomery patient-centred approach - time to reflect on the decision
to consent - clear documentation of consent
- patient must be given a full treatment plan - proposed treatment, potential risks,
alternative options, number of appointments and time in the chair
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - the total cost of the proposed treatment and alternative treatments must be
be considered by the clinician to obtain discussed
valid consent - payment terms and policies - cancellation policies, instalments, deposits
- Treatment planning and costs - a written estimate must be signed by the patient
- consent must be voluntary
- updates on costs if the treatment plan changes
- management of personal information - handled legally, used ethically, stored
securely and shared appropriately
- patients must be informed how their data is used
301.4.3 Explain the principles of
- information should be collected for specified legitimate purposes
information governance within the
- only minimum amount of information must be collected
workplace
- data must be accurate and kept up-to-date
- data must be kept secure with authorised access
- staff must be regularly trained in compliance with these principles
301.4.4 Define the term 'confidentiality' in - any personal information must be kept private and secure
the dental setting - only shared with others with patient consent and knowledge or legally required
- personal data must be processed lawfully and fairly
- only collect necessary and relevant information
301.4.5 Describe the current legal - data must be collected for a legitimate purpose
requirements for protecting confidential - data must be accurate and up-to-date
data relating to patients and their - data should only be kept for as long as necessary
treatment - data must be password protected and stored away securely
- Current Data Protection Legislation - staff must be trained in confidentiality and data protection
- access to data must be controlled
- practice must be compliant with data protection principles
- personal data must be processed lawfully and fairly
- only collect necessary and relevant information
301.4.5 Describe the current legal
- data must be collected for a legitimate purpose
requirements for protecting confidential
- data must be accurate and up-to-date
data relating to patients and their
- data should only be kept for as long as necessary
treatment
- data must be password protected and stored away securely
- Current General Data Protection
- staff must be trained in confidentiality and data protection
Regulations
- access to data must be controlled
- practice must be compliant with data protection principles
301.4.5 Describe the current legal - right to respect for their private life - include confidentiality
requirements for protecting confidential - keeping health information confidential
data relating to patients and their - right to privacy is not absolute - lawfully restricted to protect public health,
treatment prevent crime and safeguarding
- Human rights
- paper records are kept in locked cabinets or controlled access rooms
- electronic records are password protected, encrypted and access is controlled
301.4.6 Describe how patient - conversations regarding patients must take place in private areas
confidentiality is maintained in the dental - patient information cannot be shared without explicit consent from the patient
setting - where possible the patient is anonymised
- staff training for confidentiality and data protection policies
- teams follow legal requirements
- recognising signs of abuse and neglect
301.4.7 Define the term 'safeguarding' in
- taking appropriate action to prevent harm
the dental setting
- following legal and professional guidelines to ensure patient wellbeing
, - unexplained bruises, cuts and burns
- injuries in unusual places
- repeated injuries with no explanation
- delay in seeking treatment for injuries
- clear signs of neglect
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- fearful behaviour around adults or specific individuals
potential safeguarding concern
- sudden changes in behaviour and mood
- Child Protection
- avoidance of dental treatment
- hints of abuse during conversation
- inconsistent explanation of injuries
- neglect of dental health
- signs of emotional abuse
- unexplained bruises, cuts and burns
- signs of neglect - malnutrition, poor hygiene, dehydration
- frequent injuries
- signs of restraint
- anxiety and depression
- sudden changes in behaviour and mood
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- fear and avoidance of people
potential safeguarding concern
- reluctance to speak
- Vulnerable Adults
- inability to pay for treatments
- loss of money or access
- caregiver acts controlling
- poor dental health
- signs of emotional abuse
- untreated or worsening dental problems
- malnutrition or dehydration
- unexplained injuries
- poor hygiene and neglect
- sudden weight changes
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- signs of depression or anxiety
potential safeguarding concern
- changes in mood and behaviour
- Health and wellbeing
- fearfulness around people
- disorientation and confusion
- isolated from friends and family
- lack of support and access to healthcare
- reluctance to attend appointments regularly
Dental Nursing Multiple Choice Exam
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Codes of practice/ Care values EDIT... DEHYDRATION NMC Codes and Roles Psy
22 terms 8 terms 16 terms 20
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Terms in this set (493)
Valid consent involves:
- informed consent - given all relevant information
- voluntary consent - without pressure of coercion
- capacity - mental ability
- ongoing process - throughout treatment
301.4.1 Explain the purpose of gaining
valid consent
The importance of gaining valid consent:
- respect - patient's right
- legal protection - protection against claims
- trust - clear communication
- GDC standards - adheres to guidelines
- every adult is presumed to have capacity unless otherwise established
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - capacity - understand information, retain information, weigh information to make
be considered by the clinician to obtain a decision and communicate their decision
valid consent - give support to make a decision
- Capacity (Mental Capacity Legislation) - if patient lacks capacity they cannot give consent - clinician must act in their best
interest
- alter communication approach - using clear language, using visual aids, use of
an interpreter and extra time
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must
- offer longer appointments to give extra time to process information
be considered by the clinician to obtain
- support from a family member or carer - ensure final decision is made by the
valid consent
patient where possible
- Patients with additional needs
- assess capacity and presume capacity unless proven otherwise
- act in patients best interest if they lack capacity
- gillick consent applies to children under the age of 16
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - assess whether the patient has the maturity and intelligence to understand
be considered by the clinician to obtain - decision must be voluntary
valid consent - information must be given in a way young children can understand
- Gillick consent - confidentiality - not required to tell the parent
- can involve the parent even if the child is gillick competent
,301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - consent must be tailored to the patient's needs and circumstances
be considered by the clinician to obtain - all material risks must be discussed with the patient
valid consent - alternative treatments and the option of no treatment must be discussed
- Montgomery patient-centred approach - time to reflect on the decision
to consent - clear documentation of consent
- patient must be given a full treatment plan - proposed treatment, potential risks,
alternative options, number of appointments and time in the chair
301.4.2 Explain the requirements that must - the total cost of the proposed treatment and alternative treatments must be
be considered by the clinician to obtain discussed
valid consent - payment terms and policies - cancellation policies, instalments, deposits
- Treatment planning and costs - a written estimate must be signed by the patient
- consent must be voluntary
- updates on costs if the treatment plan changes
- management of personal information - handled legally, used ethically, stored
securely and shared appropriately
- patients must be informed how their data is used
301.4.3 Explain the principles of
- information should be collected for specified legitimate purposes
information governance within the
- only minimum amount of information must be collected
workplace
- data must be accurate and kept up-to-date
- data must be kept secure with authorised access
- staff must be regularly trained in compliance with these principles
301.4.4 Define the term 'confidentiality' in - any personal information must be kept private and secure
the dental setting - only shared with others with patient consent and knowledge or legally required
- personal data must be processed lawfully and fairly
- only collect necessary and relevant information
301.4.5 Describe the current legal - data must be collected for a legitimate purpose
requirements for protecting confidential - data must be accurate and up-to-date
data relating to patients and their - data should only be kept for as long as necessary
treatment - data must be password protected and stored away securely
- Current Data Protection Legislation - staff must be trained in confidentiality and data protection
- access to data must be controlled
- practice must be compliant with data protection principles
- personal data must be processed lawfully and fairly
- only collect necessary and relevant information
301.4.5 Describe the current legal
- data must be collected for a legitimate purpose
requirements for protecting confidential
- data must be accurate and up-to-date
data relating to patients and their
- data should only be kept for as long as necessary
treatment
- data must be password protected and stored away securely
- Current General Data Protection
- staff must be trained in confidentiality and data protection
Regulations
- access to data must be controlled
- practice must be compliant with data protection principles
301.4.5 Describe the current legal - right to respect for their private life - include confidentiality
requirements for protecting confidential - keeping health information confidential
data relating to patients and their - right to privacy is not absolute - lawfully restricted to protect public health,
treatment prevent crime and safeguarding
- Human rights
- paper records are kept in locked cabinets or controlled access rooms
- electronic records are password protected, encrypted and access is controlled
301.4.6 Describe how patient - conversations regarding patients must take place in private areas
confidentiality is maintained in the dental - patient information cannot be shared without explicit consent from the patient
setting - where possible the patient is anonymised
- staff training for confidentiality and data protection policies
- teams follow legal requirements
- recognising signs of abuse and neglect
301.4.7 Define the term 'safeguarding' in
- taking appropriate action to prevent harm
the dental setting
- following legal and professional guidelines to ensure patient wellbeing
, - unexplained bruises, cuts and burns
- injuries in unusual places
- repeated injuries with no explanation
- delay in seeking treatment for injuries
- clear signs of neglect
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- fearful behaviour around adults or specific individuals
potential safeguarding concern
- sudden changes in behaviour and mood
- Child Protection
- avoidance of dental treatment
- hints of abuse during conversation
- inconsistent explanation of injuries
- neglect of dental health
- signs of emotional abuse
- unexplained bruises, cuts and burns
- signs of neglect - malnutrition, poor hygiene, dehydration
- frequent injuries
- signs of restraint
- anxiety and depression
- sudden changes in behaviour and mood
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- fear and avoidance of people
potential safeguarding concern
- reluctance to speak
- Vulnerable Adults
- inability to pay for treatments
- loss of money or access
- caregiver acts controlling
- poor dental health
- signs of emotional abuse
- untreated or worsening dental problems
- malnutrition or dehydration
- unexplained injuries
- poor hygiene and neglect
- sudden weight changes
301.4.8 Describe the indicators of a
- signs of depression or anxiety
potential safeguarding concern
- changes in mood and behaviour
- Health and wellbeing
- fearfulness around people
- disorientation and confusion
- isolated from friends and family
- lack of support and access to healthcare
- reluctance to attend appointments regularly
