CASE STUDY
A client was diagnosed with a human need for wholesome facial image due to the client's dissatisfaction with her malaligned maxillary anterior teeth as evidenced by the client verbalizing,"I try not to show my teeth when smiling." The dental hygienist,in collaboration with the client,set the following goal: The client will seek an orthodontic consultation by 7/12.
-According to the dental hygiene process of care,when evaluation reveals that the client has made little progress toward goal attainment,the dental hygienist does all of the following except which one?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Terminating care is not an appropriate response when a client has made little progress toward goal attainment. Instead, reassessment, modifying diagnoses, and adjusting the care plan are more constructive approaches to address the lack of progress and support the client in achieving their goals.

CASE STUDY A Client Was Diagnosed with a Human Need for Wholesome