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Course: ENDO511
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MANAGING GERIATRIC
PATIENTS
PATIENTS MAY BE:
1. Tempered
2. Uncooperative
3. Low dental IQ
2 Types of Patients:
- Relatively healthy older adults: functionally independent
- Unhealthy older patients: have complex conditions and need
assistance
1. Find out the patients daily eating and resting habits to determine
the ideal time for the appointment. Early morning is usually
preferable.
2. Provide pillows for comfortable positioning in the chair.
3. Special needs may require rest room breaks.
4. Eye shades maybe needed to shield patient from intense light.
DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT PLAN
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MEDICAL HISTORY
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Numbers
Size
Shape
Curvature
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