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Patient non-attendance: utilising clinical time
Heidi Bateman1, J Mark Thomason1, Janice Ellis1
1Newcastle University, School of Dental Sciences, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
Close-contact teaching and learning activities (CCTLs) effectively utilize patient non-attendance time for dental students. These skills-based tasks enhance learning, provide direct feedback, and maximize clinical attachment potential.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Clinical Skills Training
Background:
- Limited clinical exposure in undergraduate dental programs necessitates effective use of student time.
- Patient non-attendance presents a challenge, requiring alternative learning opportunities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate close-contact teaching and learning activities (CCTLs) for dental students.
- To enhance the utilization of clinical time, particularly during patient non-attendance.
Main Methods:
- CCTLs are short, skills-based tasks with structured assessment criteria.
- Activities are performed in the clinical environment using available resources and staff.
- CCTLs are used formatively to provide direct observation and feedback.
Main Results:
- CCTLs are beneficial for early-stage dental students, improving skills and understanding of protocols.
- High student engagement and positive reception were observed.
- Activities facilitated familiarity with direct observation, peer collaboration, and feedback.
Conclusions:
- CCTLs provide valuable direct feedback opportunities, potentially exceeding those with patient presence.
- These activities empower students in their learning, fostering lifelong professional development.
- CCTLs effectively complement clinical attachments, maximizing educational potential.
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