CASE STUDY
Devan Sacks,age 12,is a new client in the dental practice and has been scheduled for dental hygiene care.Devan is in the seventh grade,is one of the star players on the girls' soccer team,and wears an athletic mouth guard protector.She is accompanied by her mother,Margaret,age 32,and her sister Bridget,age 10.After completing health,dental,and dental hygiene histories,the dental hygienist assesses the teeth,periodontium,and oral self-care skills.Significant findings include gingival inflammation,bleeding on probing around some teeth,and poor oral hygiene.Client has a knowledge deficit regarding biofilm,periodontal disease process,and personal oral health status.
-If Devan makes time for oral health,seeks oral health care,and talks about the importance of healthy teeth and gums,one could say that her human need for _____ is met.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Devan's actions of making time for oral health, seeking oral health care, and discussing the importance of healthy teeth and gums indicate that her human need for "Conceptualization and understanding" regarding her oral health is being met. This choice reflects the knowledge and understanding aspect of her needs, especially given the context of her knowledge deficit about biofilm, periodontal disease, and personal oral health status.

CASE STUDY Devan Sacks,age 12,is a New Client in the Dental Practice