Role of dental nurse during ortho assessment + trt

Question 1

The dental nurse must

Answer 1

support both clinicians + pt during provision of ortho assessment + trt sessions. In summary the role includes all:

Question 2

1.

Answer 2

have good understanding of procedure to be carried out

Question 3

2.

Answer 3

be aware of position in team for procedure - chair side nurse, second nurse available to comfort pt, mix materials, load trays + pass instruments

Question 4

3.

Answer 4

have all pt records available - charts, radiographs, study models, ortho appliance, consent forms + blank assessment sheets

Question 5

4.

Answer 5

be aware of correct equipment, instruments + material to be used + mix accordingly when directed

Question 6

5.

Answer 6

communicate with pt throughout, inspiring confidence + trust

Question 7

6.

Answer 7

monitor pt throughout procedure, ensuring their comfort + well being, giving assurance as necessary

Question 8

7.

Answer 8

anticipate + pass instruments to dentist in correct procedure order

Question 9

8.

Answer 9

record accurate assessment details in pts record

Question 10

9.

Answer 10

follow infection control policy + health + safety policy with regard to hazardous waste disposal

Question 11

10.

Answer 11

ensure all records, charts etc are correctly + securely stored for future use after being completed by clinician, maintaining pt confidentiality at all times.