Competency information
Details
Explain the procedure for the provision of a prosthesis to the patient, address any procedure- related questions they may have 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 patients following investigation.
- The authority level for provision of information to patients.
- The range of treatment pathways and their relevance/applicability to the patient.
- Factors affecting selection of treatment option.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 | Outcome Observe informed consent and assist in clinical assessment of a patient who has a craniofacial deformity in accordance with local/professional guidelines, adapting techniques as necessary to reflect possible outcomes and influencing factors. |