What term specifically implies that treatment is limited to that which can be accomplished by qualified and licensed hygienists?
A) Periodontal assessment
B) Periodontal treatment
C) Dental diagnosis
D) Dental hygiene diagnosis
D
Explanation: D) In 2005, the ADHA published a document that stressed the need for a dental hygiene diagnosis. Historically, dental hygienists have documented findings of the assessment phase in the patient's records, along with the treatment therapy completed during the appointment. Allowing dental hygiene diagnosis would allow providers to expand their functions.
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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