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Systematically
collect, analyze and record data on the general, oral and
psychological health status of a variety of clients using
methods consistent with medicolegal principles.
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Use
critical decision making skills to reach conclusions about
the client's dental hygiene needs based on all available
assessment data.
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Collaborate
with the client, and/or other health professions, to formulate
a comprehensive dental hygiene care plan that is client
centered and based on current scientific evidence.
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Provide
care to all clients using an individualized approach that
is humane, empathetic, and caring.
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Provide
screening, referral, and educational services that allow
clients to access the resources of the health care system.
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Provide
community oral health services in a variety of settings.
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Provide
specialized treatment that includes preventive and therapeutic
services designed to achieve and maintain oral health. Assist
in achieving oral health goals formulated in collaboration
with the client.
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Provide
dental hygiene care to promote client health and wellness
using critical thinking and problem solving in the provision
of evidenced based practice.
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Evaluate
the effectiveness of the implemented clinical, preventive,
and educational services and modify as needed.
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Evaluate
the utilize methods to ensure the health and safety of the
client and dental hygienist in the delivery of dental hygiene.
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Respect
the goals values, beliefs and preferences of the patient
while promoting optimal oral and general health.
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Assume
responsibility for dental hygiene actions and care based
on accepted scientific theories and research as well as
the accepted standard of care.
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