title: A computer-based approach to analyzing a patient pool.
abstract: A mechanism for analyzing a patient pool using the computer is described. This system, used by the division of dental hygiene at Virginia Commonwealth University, is presented as a model for evaluating patients profiles. The in-depth analysis provided by this method is helpful in determining whether the patient-related needs of the education program are being met. Descriptions of the various patients parameters are provided, and guidelines are presented to assist those institutions considering such a system
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003201:Computers; D003728:Dental Calculus / Q000145:classification; D003777:Dental Prophylaxis; D004497:Education, Dental; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008875:Middle Aged; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010361:Patients; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000145:classification; D011996:Records