OST 147: Chapter 10 Assignment

Why must daily schedule sheets containing personal health information (PHI) be kept out of sight?

• To comply with privacy regulations

• To prevent unauthorized access

• To maintain confidentiality

• All of the above

One of the tasks to establish a daily routine for time-saving functions is:

• Setting specific goals for each day

• Ignoring time management

• Procrastinating tasks

• Avoiding planning

Clinical records can be used in establishing a daily routine by:

• Providing insights into patient habits and needs

• Offering financial data for budgeting

• Serving as legal documents

• Acting as a marketing tool

Why is it important to check patients’ charts for information not on the schedule?

• To ensure all patient information is up-to-date

• To verify the patient's insurance details

• To confirm the patient's appointment time

• To check the patient's dietary preferences

What should be confirmed regarding laboratory work in a daily routine?

• Safety protocols are followed

• Equipment is calibrated

• Samples are labeled correctly

• All of the above

The call list can be utilized in a daily routine by:

• organizing tasks and appointments

• making random calls

• ignoring it

• using it only for emergencies

The patient list should be given to the dental assisting staff because:

• it helps in scheduling appointments efficiently.

• it is a legal requirement.

• it ensures patient confidentiality.

• it allows for better inventory management.

How much time should be spent with the dental healthcare team to review the daily schedule?

• 1 to 2 minutes

• 3 to 5 minutes

• 5 to 10 minutes

• 10 to 15 minutes

What should be done throughout the day as changes occur in the schedule?

• Adjust the schedule accordingly

• Ignore the changes

• Panic and stress

• Cancel all plans

Who should be kept informed of any changes that will affect their schedules?

• Managers

• Employees

• Clients

• Suppliers