Which of the following is a key behavior within the dental hygiene process of care?

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Observation. This answer is wrong because dental hygienists must go further than simply observing the client. The hygienist must assess the client by thoroughly collecting data.
Diagnosis. This answer is correct because identifying the diagnosis is the focal point for establishing goals in the dental hygiene care plan. The client's dental hygiene needs are determined so that specific interventions can be implemented.
Communication skills. This answer is wrong because the communication skills are not a key behavior and are not necessary to complete the dental hygiene process.
Client care. This answer is wrong because client care is not one of the steps in dental hygiene care. However, proper client care is the goal being achieved through the key behaviors.

Which of the Following Is a Key Behavior Within the Dental