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What is the mandate of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
What is the mandate of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
- To provide educational programs for dental hygienists in Ontario
- To advocate for the rights of dental hygienists in Ontario
- To conduct research on dental hygiene practices
- To regulate the practice of dental hygiene in the interest of the overall health and safety of the public of Ontario (correct)
What is the role of the CDHO Council and Registrar?
What is the role of the CDHO Council and Registrar?
- To oversee and regulate the practice of dental hygiene in Ontario (correct)
- To provide mentorship programs for dental hygienists
- To offer educational opportunities for dental hygienists
- To conduct quality assurance programs for dental hygienists
What is the purpose of the CDHO Quality Assurance program?
What is the purpose of the CDHO Quality Assurance program?
- To ensure the competence and ethical behavior of dental hygienists (correct)
- To provide financial assistance to dental hygienists
- To offer continuing education for dental hygienists
- To promote the use of advanced dental hygiene equipment
What is the significance of Dr. Glenn Pettifer's appointment as Registrar and CEO of CDHO?
What is the significance of Dr. Glenn Pettifer's appointment as Registrar and CEO of CDHO?
Which of the following is a potential area for improvement in dental hygiene practice?
Which of the following is a potential area for improvement in dental hygiene practice?
What is a requirement for those in clinical practice to develop learning goals related to?
What is a requirement for those in clinical practice to develop learning goals related to?
What is one of the aspects that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
What is one of the aspects that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
As per Section 82 of the RHPA Procedural Code, what must every member do in relation to the Quality Assurance Committee and assessors?
As per Section 82 of the RHPA Procedural Code, what must every member do in relation to the Quality Assurance Committee and assessors?
What is one of the disciplinary consequences related to not meeting Quality Assurance requirements?
What is one of the disciplinary consequences related to not meeting Quality Assurance requirements?
What is one of the references mentioned in the text?
What is one of the references mentioned in the text?
What is a potential area of focus for investigation to better assist/educate clients with managing tooth sensitivity?
What is a potential area of focus for investigation to better assist/educate clients with managing tooth sensitivity?
What is one of the potential areas for investigation to better identify periodontal conditions during oral assessment with clients?
What is one of the potential areas for investigation to better identify periodontal conditions during oral assessment with clients?
What is one of the aspects mentioned in the text that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
What is one of the aspects mentioned in the text that goals for those in clinical practice should be directly related to?
What is one of the potential areas for investigation related to intra-and inter-professional collaboration as it relates to client care?
What is one of the potential areas for investigation related to intra-and inter-professional collaboration as it relates to client care?
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
What is one of the learning activities that can be utilized to achieve learning goals?
How many registered dental hygienists are there in Ontario?
How many registered dental hygienists are there in Ontario?
How often does the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) meet to discuss regulatory policies and issues?
How often does the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) meet to discuss regulatory policies and issues?
Who appoints the public members of the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
Who appoints the public members of the Council of the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO)?
How many statutory committees support the regulatory process of the CDHO?
How many statutory committees support the regulatory process of the CDHO?
Who oversees the day-to-day operations of the CDHO?
Who oversees the day-to-day operations of the CDHO?
What is the focus of the CDHO mentorship program for dental hygienists?
What is the focus of the CDHO mentorship program for dental hygienists?
What does Dr. Pettifer's regulatory work primarily focus on?
What does Dr. Pettifer's regulatory work primarily focus on?
How many faculty appointments did Dr. Pettifer have at North American universities?
How many faculty appointments did Dr. Pettifer have at North American universities?
When were the Entry to Practice standards for dental hygienists updated?
When were the Entry to Practice standards for dental hygienists updated?
How are the Council members of the CDHO elected?
How are the Council members of the CDHO elected?
Who can assume the role of the Registrar/CEO of CDHO?
Who can assume the role of the Registrar/CEO of CDHO?
What does the expertise of Dr. Pettifer include?
What does the expertise of Dr. Pettifer include?
What is mandatory for dental hygienists in Ontario?
What is mandatory for dental hygienists in Ontario?
When is the self-assessment tool SMILE PORTAL completed?
When is the self-assessment tool SMILE PORTAL completed?
What are some prescribed contraindications to scaling teeth and root planing?
What are some prescribed contraindications to scaling teeth and root planing?
What is the purpose of the professional portfolio for dental hygienists?
What is the purpose of the professional portfolio for dental hygienists?
What is required for dental hygienists to demonstrate through assessment options?
What is required for dental hygienists to demonstrate through assessment options?
What is currently in progress for dental hygienists in Ontario?
What is currently in progress for dental hygienists in Ontario?
What is included in the professional portfolio maintained on a yearly basis?
What is included in the professional portfolio maintained on a yearly basis?
How are registrants selected for assessments in Ontario?
How are registrants selected for assessments in Ontario?
What must dental hygienists possess to handle ethical situations with judgment?
What must dental hygienists possess to handle ethical situations with judgment?
What is a requirement for providing dental hygiene care?
What is a requirement for providing dental hygiene care?
What are some health conditions to consider before scaling teeth and root planing?
What are some health conditions to consider before scaling teeth and root planing?
What are best practices for all clinical settings?
What are best practices for all clinical settings?
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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Test your knowledge of regulations and quality assurance requirements for dental hygienists in Ontario with this quiz. Explore topics such as client referrals, health history assessment, contraindications for dental procedures, infection control, and professional portfolio maintenance.
