RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 The Role of Dental Hygienists in Conducting Rapid HIV Testing
JF American Dental Hygienists Association
JO J Dent Hyg
FD American Dental Hygienists Association
SP 265
OP 271
VO 86
IS 4
A1 Anthony J. Santella
A1 Susan H. Davide
A1 Marilyn Cortell
A1 Winnie Furnari
A1 Janet Tuthill
YR 2012
UL http://jdh.adha.org/content/86/4/265.abstract
AB Purpose: In the U.S., an estimated 21% of people living with HIV/AIDS do not know their positive HIV status. Expanding rapid HIV testing in the dental setting may increase the number of individuals who are aware of their HIV status and can begin medical care and social support services if seropositive and appropriate. As a member of the dental team, the dental hygienist, with the proper knowledge and training, may be suitable to conduct rapid HIV testing. This study supports the NDHRA priority area, Health Services Research: Assess the impact of dental hygiene services on the outcomes of care for patients with special needs.