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PARQ is the acronym for patient informed consent.
P = procedure planned
A = alternatives or recommendations
R = risks: "what if I do or don't proceed"
Q= questions: are there any unanswered questions
Likewise in the profession one should also know of PARQ and their professional organization.
The Professional and the American Dental Assistants Association. We are the representing body of the dental assistant. We are an organization of approximately 15,000 members. We have been host to three International Dental Assistant Conferences. ADAA has an alliance with the Canadian Dental Assistants' Association. In 2002 we welcomed the U.S. Army's 2000 dental auxiliaries as ADAA members.
A = the Alternatives to this professional organization. There are no other recognized dental assistants organizations as large, as experienced and as able to speak for the profession. The Award as being a member. All of our members are achievers and special, and many achieve special notice by being nominated and receiving prestigious awards and recognition during our Annual Conference.
R =Recruit - making a link to share. Be a recruiter. Provide a Link. Make a connection. Each new member brings new ideas.
Q =Questions. Who do I contact? What? We are a tripartite organization with connections at local, state and national levels. We are governed by our Board of Trustees. Where? Our home office is in Chicago, but you can contact any of the trustees or officers by email for more information. We are online.
Some More Meaningful Letters
Every day we come prepared for work with the potential need to administer CPR to our patients and perhaps even a team member. Being trained and being prepared.
C= Circulation (airway and breathing). Media and newspaper notification when you have achieved something special. Even through your ADAA Journal and State contacts. Utilize your trustees for contacts. Utilize your...