EAC Dentistry Review of Module 2- info gathering

What were the various questions types you looked at in the last session? What were some problems such questions can cause?

Which question is likely to be better?

• You know how to use an interdental brush, don't you?

• Has anyone shown you how to use an interdental brush?

Which question is likely to be better?

• When is the pain worst?

• Is the pain worse at night or in the morning?

Which question is likely to be better?

• How well do you brush your teeth?

• Can you tell me what you do when you brush your teeth?

Which question is likely to be better?

• Can you describe the pain to me?

• Is the pain bad?

Which question is likely to be better?

• Can you tell me about your teeth cleaning habits?

• Do you brush your teeth, or floss or use mouth wash on a regular basis?

What are the missing words to describe questioning used in The Cone Technique.

• Open,

  Ponder,

  Check,

  Close

• Open,

  Probe,

  Closed,

  Check

• Obvious,

  Precise,

  Cheesy,

  Clumsy.

• Open,

  Pry,

  Check,

  Conclude

What are the typical stages of the start of an interaction?

• 1. Small talk

  2. Interview

  3. Examination

  4. Payment

• 1. Welcome

  2. Purpose of visit

  3. Small talk

  4. Transition to chair

• 1. Welcome

  2. Transition to chair

  3. Purpose of visit

  4. Small talk

• 1. Welcome

  2. Small talk

  3. Purpose of visit

  4. Transition to chair