2.5 Oral Assessment
Protocol: The learner must successfully demonstrate an accurate and complete oral assessment to be completed on a fellow student.
| Student completed procedure protocol accurately | Successful (S) |
| Student did not complete procedure protocol accurately | Unsuccessful (U) |
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Procedure Protocol |
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Complete armamentarium assembled |
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Greet and seat the patient |
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Procedure explained to the patient |
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Position the dental equipment to facilitate treatment and ergonomics |
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Patient checked for symmetry /external tissue changes |
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Perform a TMJ observation |
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Examine the lips, vestibular area, frenums, and buccal mucosa |
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Examine hard palate |
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Examine the floor of the mouth |
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Examine salivary glands |
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Inspect the tongue and gently move it |
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Examine gingival tissues |
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Observe the quantity and consistency of saliva flow |
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Soft tissue findings documented |
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Examine for teeth present and existing restorations |
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Examine for indications of oral habits |
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Hard tissue findings documented |
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Charted procedure in patient chart |
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Dismiss patient |
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Completed in less than 30 minutes |
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Safety measures followed |
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Infection control protocols followed |
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Demonstrates professionalism and appropriate communication skills |
