In this webinar, Kevin Henry, editor in chief of DrBicuspid, interviews Linda Harvey about the dental assistant's role in patient safety. The conversation covers four types of medical errors in dentistry: communication, documentation, infection control, and medication safety.
They also discuss the various hats that dental assistants wear, such as chairside assisting, equipment maintenance, sterilization, ordering, and OSHA compliance.
They also highlight the importance of dental assistants in patient care and the impact they have on patient safety. Tips and insights are provided for each area to help dental assistants improve patient safety.
The conversation emphasizes the need for ongoing training and education in patient safety and highlights the role of dental assistants in promoting a culture of safety in the practice.
Objectives:
- Learn what the four medical errors are
- Understand the vital role the dental assistant plays in the practice every day
- Comprehend why training is more important for dental assistants today than ever before
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