Table 3 Participant scores on Part B of DU-PAS by item
Item | Question | No Experience (%) | Mostly (%) | Always (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
B25 | I feel I can manage peoples’ expectations of their treatment | 1.5 | 54.8 | 43.5 |
B26 | I feel able to motivate my patients to encourage self-care for their dental needs | 1.3 | 39.7 | 58.8 |
B27 | I recognise my personal limitations in clinical practice | 0.8 | 25.4 | 73.6 |
*B28 | I feel comfortable asking for help from supervisor or colleague if needed | 1.5 | 26.6 | 71.6 |
B29 | I am able to refer patients with complex treatment needs appropriately | 0.8 | 24.6 | 74.4 |
B30 | I feel confident referring patients with suspected oral cancer | 14.6 | 29.4 | 55.8 |
B31 | I reflect on my clinical practice in order to address my learning needs | 1.3 | 38.9 | 59.5 |
B32 | I have sufficient knowledge of scientific principles which underpin/support my dental practice | 1.8 | 45.5 | 52.5 |
B33 | I am confident to evaluate new dental materials and products using an evidence-based approach | 17.3 | 47.5 | 34.9 |
B34 | I am confident to interpret the results of research which may influence my practice | 10.8 | 50.3 | 38.7 |
B35 | I use an evidence-informed approach in my clinical practice. | 10.6 | 43.2 | 46.0 |
B36 | I feel I can manage to communicate effectively with my patients | 1.5 | 26.6 | 71.6 |
B37 | I provide opportunities for my patients to express their expectations from dental treatment | 1.5 | 29.4 | 68.8 |
B38 | I feel confident to address barriers for effective communication with patients appropriately | 1.5 | 32.7 | 65.6 |
B39 | I feel confident to communicate potential risks of operative procedures to patients | 1.5 | 26.1 | 72.1 |
B40 | I feel confident to communicate appropriately with my colleagues | 1.8 | 21.1 | 76.9 |
B41 | I feel confident managing anxious patients with appropriate behavioural techniques | 5.5 | 40.7 | 53.5 |
B42 | I am able to manage the behaviour of children to enable appropriate dental treatment | 9.5 | 47.2 | 43.0 |
B43 | I am able to fulfil my responsibilities as an effective member of the dental team | 1.8 | 29.6 | 68.3 |
B44 | I maintain accurate records of my clinical notes | 2.8 | 30.9 | 66.1 |
B45 | I am able to work within the constraints of clinical appointment schedules | 2.5 | 39.9 | 57.3 |
B46 | I take responsibility for my continuing professional development | 1.0 | 30.4 | 68.3 |
B47 | I am aware of my legal responsibilities as a dental professional | 2.3 | 29.9 | 67.6 |
B48 | I restrict my relations with my patients to a professional level | 1.0 | 32.2 | 66.6 |
*B49 | I feel able to raise concerns about inappropriate behaviour of my colleagues | 6.5 | 34.4 | 58.8 |
B50 | I take appropriate measures to protect patient confidentiality | 1.0 | 24.9 | 73.9 |