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Pamela Zarkowski1, Phyllis L Beemsterboer2
1Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI, USA zarkowp1@udmercy.edu.
Abstract:
Professional collaboration is a key component of patient care and a source of fulfilment for oral health care providers. However, reports of incivility in employment as well as education are increasing impacting individuals in all settings including patients. Uncivil behavior implies a disregard for others and creates an atmosphere of disrespect, conflict, and stress. In contrast, civility towards others implies polite, respectful behavior towards others. This short report presents case studies in dental hygiene clinical practice and in dental hygiene education with strategies for approaching uncivil behavior.
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