Competency information
Details
Explain to a patient the procedure for the provision of a prosthesis to treat their deformity, address any procedure-related questions and provide information on how to manage their prosthesis.
Considerations
- The importance of explaining the procedures to the patient.
- Common questions and concerns of patients about procedures.
- Risks and benefits of a prosthesis.
- The information needs of the patient following investigations.
- Different levels of authority level for provision of information and treatment to patients in relation to your professional competency level, professional boundaries and experience.
- The range of treatment pathways and their relevance/applicability to the patient.
- Factors affecting selection of treatment option.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Observe informed consent and assist in planning the treatment of the patient who has experienced maxillofacial trauma in accordance with local/professional guidelines, adapting techniques as necessary to reflect possible outcomes and influencing factors. |
| # 3 | Outcome Record a comprehensive and contemporaneous patient history recognising the significance of changes in the patient’s reported health status and taking appropriate action. |
| # 4 | Outcome Write a treatment plan for patients who have experienced maxillofacial trauma or have a craniofacial deformities in partnership with the patient, supporting the patient to manage their fear and anxiety, and referring to other support services for advice or alternative/adjunct treatment where appropriate. |
| # 5 | Outcome Discuss and agree treatment plans for a range of patients referred to the unit with maxillofacial trauma or craniofacial deformities with clinical colleagues, the patient and, if appropriate, relatives or carers. |