40 Questions
What is the mandate of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
To regulate the practice of dental hygiene in the interest of the overall health and safety of the public of Ontario
What is the role of the CDHO Council and Registrar?
To oversee and regulate the practice of dental hygiene in Ontario
What is the purpose of the CDHO Quality Assurance program?
To ensure the competence and ethical behavior of dental hygienists
What is the significance of Dr. Glenn Pettifer's appointment as Registrar and CEO of CDHO?
Bringing significant leadership experience at the Senior Management level of Ontario Health Profession Regulatory Colleges
Which of the following is a potential area for improvement in dental hygiene practice?
Infection control
What is a requirement for those in clinical practice to develop learning goals related to?
Dental hygiene science
What is one of the aspects that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
Infection control
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
Webinars
As per Section 82 of the RHPA Procedural Code, what must every member do in relation to the Quality Assurance Committee and assessors?
Co-operate with them
What is one of the disciplinary consequences related to not meeting Quality Assurance requirements?
Professional misconduct
What is one of the references mentioned in the text?
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist by E. Wilkins
What is a potential area of focus for investigation to better assist/educate clients with managing tooth sensitivity?
Dentinal hypersensitivity
What is one of the potential areas for investigation to better identify periodontal conditions during oral assessment with clients?
Occlusal trauma
What is one of the aspects mentioned in the text that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
Radiography, radiation safety, radiation protection officer training
What is one of the potential areas for investigation related to intra-and inter-professional collaboration as it relates to client care?
Infection control guidelines
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
Courses
How many registered dental hygienists are there in Ontario?
14,784
How often does the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) meet to discuss regulatory policies and issues?
Four times annually
Who appoints the public members of the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
Provincial government
How many statutory committees support the regulatory process of the CDHO?
7
Who oversees the day-to-day operations of the CDHO?
Registrar/CEO
What is the focus of the CDHO mentorship program for dental hygienists?
Professional development and client management skills
What does Dr. Pettifer's regulatory work primarily focus on?
Public protection and collaboration with health professionals for self-regulation
How many faculty appointments did Dr. Pettifer have at North American universities?
Not specified
When were the Entry to Practice standards for dental hygienists updated?
October 2023
How are the Council members of the CDHO elected?
By their peers
Who can assume the role of the Registrar/CEO of CDHO?
A public or professional individual
What does the expertise of Dr. Pettifer include?
Attention to legislative mandates, organizational efficiency, and engagement strategies
What is mandatory for dental hygienists in Ontario?
Maintaining a professional portfolio
When is the self-assessment tool SMILE PORTAL completed?
Annually
What are some prescribed contraindications to scaling teeth and root planing?
Active chemotherapy and immunosuppression
What is the purpose of the professional portfolio for dental hygienists?
For continuous quality improvement and self-assessment
What is required for dental hygienists to demonstrate through assessment options?
Skills, knowledge, and judgment
What is currently in progress for dental hygienists in Ontario?
Development of a 'Peer Circle Project' for group discussion using hypothetical cases
What is included in the professional portfolio maintained on a yearly basis?
Current practice protocols and professional reading
How are registrants selected for assessments in Ontario?
Random selection based on registration numbers
What must dental hygienists possess to handle ethical situations with judgment?
Skills and knowledge
What is a requirement for providing dental hygiene care?
Taking and discussing thorough health and dental history with the client
What are some health conditions to consider before scaling teeth and root planing?
Cardiac conditions and tuberculosis
What are best practices for all clinical settings?
Implementing infection procedures, emergency protocols, and appropriate radiography protocols
Study Notes
Regulations and Quality Assurance for Dental Hygienists in Ontario
- Dental hygienists must possess the skills and knowledge to refer clients appropriately and handle ethical situations with judgment.
- Thorough health and dental history must be taken and discussed with the client prior to providing dental hygiene care.
- There are prescribed contraindications to scaling teeth and root planing, including curetting surrounding tissue, if the patient has not received clearance from a physician or dentist.
- Health conditions to consider include cardiac conditions, active chemotherapy, immunosuppression, blood disorders, tuberculosis, and drug or alcohol dependency.
- Best practices for all clinical settings include having infection procedures in place, emergency protocols, and appropriate radiography protocols.
- Quality assurance programs are mandatory for dental hygienists in Ontario, including professional portfolios and self-assessment tools.
- The professional portfolio serves as a focus for continuous quality improvement and allows dental hygienists to review their practice through self and peer assessment.
- The development of a "Peer Circle Project" for group discussion using hypothetical cases is currently in progress.
- The Quality Assurance Program includes a self-assessment tool called SMILE PORTAL, which must be completed annually when renewing registration.
- Dental hygienists are required to demonstrate skills, knowledge, and judgment through three assessment options: completion of a Learning Portfolio or a written assessment, a Practice Profile, or an Onsite Practice Review.
- The professional portfolio, maintained on a yearly basis, includes personal information, education and employment profiles, current practice protocols, professional reading, and a continual quality improvement plan.
- The selection process for assessments is random, capturing all registrants each year, with two numbers selected from 0-9, and all registrants whose registration number ends in those two numbers being selected for that year.
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