Sample of a client intake information protocol: a synopsis and rationale.
The utilization of standardized comprehensive forms in the field of orofacial myology is crucial as this profession continues to grow and establish assessment and treatment protocols. This article formally presents a comprehensive health history intake form currently in use, and highlights the rationale for each particular question within this form in an effort to explore the evidence-based theory behind each question utilized. Highlighting the importance of obtaining a thorough health history as it pertains to our profession, personally allows the clinician to ultimately best plan a therapeutic strategy and assess the individual criteria necessary for successful orofacial myofunctional habituation.
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D000234:Adenoids / Q000473:pathology; D002012:Bruxism / Q000175:diagnosis; D003190:Comprehensive Dental Care; D003792:Dental Records; D004358:Drug Therapy; D005157:Facial Pain / Q000175:diagnosis; D005386:Fingersucking; D005568:Forms and Records Control; D006801:Humans; D006967:Hypersensitivity / Q000175:diagnosis; D006984:Hypertrophy; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000379:methods*; D008409:Mastication / Q000502:physiology; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009058:Mouth Breathing / Q000175:diagnosis; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D010038:Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D014066:Palatine Tonsil / Q000473:pathology; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011187:Posture / Q000502:physiology; D012890:Sleep / Q000502:physiology; D012913:Snoring / Q000175:diagnosis; D013064:Speech Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis; D009057:Stomatognathic Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014061:Tongue Habits