CASE STUDY
a Client Was Diagnosed with a Human Need $\times$

question 6

Multiple Choice

CASE STUDY
A client was diagnosed with a human need for wholesome facial image due to the client's dissatisfaction with her malaligned maxillary anterior teeth as evidenced by the client verbalizing,"I try not to show my teeth when smiling." The dental hygienist,in collaboration with the client,set the following goal: The client will seek an orthodontic consultation by 7/12.
-Which of the following evaluative statements best measures the outcome of this goal?

• A) Goal met,client recognizes the benefits of orthodontic therapy.
• B) Goal partially met,client is brushing 1 \(\times\) day.
• C) Goal met,client attended orthodontic consultation on 7/2.
• D) Goal met,client researched the risks and benefits of orthodontic therapy.

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