April 11, 2012 Patient #17

GOAL:  Complete a full Class IB appointment from start to finish today
ACTUAL:  Completed 4 quads Class IB with no missed calculus, took 4 BWX

Today was just an extra day and a feather in my cap.  It didn't mean extra points just extra experience.  My patient showed up 10 minutes late, so I was worried I wasn't going to make my goal.  Although, I was a little stressed about this, I still was able to maintain my composure and get through it.  She took 3 different kinds of medication and had to fill out her HHx when she got there.  I was able to get through all of this and take her x-rays within the first hour.

I had a couple of hours to scale and complete the cleaning.  I was able to give her adequate OHI and demonstrate and give her OH aids that will help her maintain her great homecare.  Overall, I felt like today was a great learning experience and I was able to complete it.  My patient thanked me for my service and complimented me for the way I treated her.  I was grateful I was able to make her happy and give her another reason to come back to the hygiene clinic. 

I was so glad today was the last day of clinic for the stress that requirements give, but I will really miss the opportunity and growth I had during this semester.  I look forward to Senior Clinic and all I will learn within the next year.  I wish I could continue to hone my skills through the summer.