After Discussion with a Client with an Eating Disorder, Which

question 24

Multiple Choice

After discussion with a client with an eating disorder, which of the following actions should be taken initially by the dental hygienist for legal purposes?

• A) Consider referral of the client to an eating disorder clinic.
• B) Direct the client to begin restorative dental care.
• C) Document appointment discussion and decisions in the client's chart.
• D) Share the findings with dental personnel in the dental hygiene practice setting.
• E) Obtain informed consent form from the client to contact other healthcare providers.

Identify and comprehend the three main variables involved in persuasion according to the Yale attitude change program.

Recognize the role of source factors such as credibility, expertise, and attractiveness in persuasion.

Understand message factors such as fear appeals, message framing, and the structure of arguments in persuasive communication.

Comprehend audience factors, including self-esteem and intelligence, affecting the persuasion process.

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Definitions:

Status

The evaluation of a role or person by other relevant members of a group or society.

Social Comparison

The desire to evaluate one’s own behavior, abilities, expertise, and opinions by comparing them to those of others.

Functional Play

A type of play mainly observed in children, involving activities that use repetitive muscle movements, often focusing on the use of objects.

Lego

A brand of plastic construction toys that are interlocking, allowing for the building of various objects and structures.