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 | 2.3 | 77.3 | 20.5 |
| B26 | I feel able to motivate my patients to encourage self-care for their dental needs | 0.0 | 52.3 | 47.7 |
| B27 | I recognise my personal limitations in clinical practice | 4.5 | 47.7 | 47.7 |
| B28 | I feel comfortable asking for help from my supervisor or colleague if needed | 0.0 | 29.5 | 70.5 |
| B29 | I am able to refer patients with complex treatment needs appropriately | 0.0 | 38.6 | 61.4 |
| B30 | I feel confident referring patients with suspected oral cancer | 18.2 | 34.1 | 47.7 |
| B31 | I reflect on my clinical practice in order to address my learning needs | 0.0 | 54.5 | 45.5 |
| B32 | I have sufficient knowledge of scientific principles which underpin my dental practice | 2.3 | 61.4 | 36.4 |
| B33 | I am confident in evaluating new dental materials and products using an evidence-based approach | 15.9 | 56.8 | 27.3 |
| B34 | I am confident in interpreting the results of research, which may influence my practice | 11.4 | 56.8 | 31.8 |
| B35 | I use an evidence-informed approach in my clinical practice. | 11.4 | 54.5 | 34.1 |
| B36 | I feel I can manage to communicate effectively with my patients | 0.0 | 40.9 | 59.1 |
| B37 | I provide opportunities for my patients to express their expectations of dental treatment | 0.0 | 47.7 | 52.3 |
| B38 | I feel confident to address barriers to effective communication with patients appropriately | 0.0 | 47.7 | 52.3 |
| B39 | I feel confident in communicating the potential risks of operative procedures to patients | 0.0 | 52.3 | 47.7 |
| B40 | I feel confident to communicate appropriately with my colleagues | 0.0 | 38.6 | 61.4 |
| B41 | I feel confident managing anxious patients with appropriate behavioural techniques | 2.3 | 65.9 | 31.8 |
| B42 | I am able to manage the behaviour of children to enable appropriate dental treatment | 13.6 | 61.4 | 25 |
| B43 | I am able to fulfil my responsibilities as an effective member of the dental team | 2.3 | 50.0 | 47.7 |
| B44 | I maintain accurate records of my clinical notes | 2.3 | 54.5 | 43.2 |
| B45 | I am able to work within the constraints of clinical appointment schedules | 0.0 | 54.5 | 45.5 |
| B46 | I take responsibility for my continuing professional development | 0.0 | 45.5 | 54.5 |
| B47 | I am aware of my legal responsibilities as a dental professional | 4.5 | 31.8 | 63.6 |
| B48 | I restrict my relations with my patients to a professional level | 0.0 | 36.4 | 63.6 |
| B49 | I feel able to raise concerns about the inappropriate behaviour of my colleagues | 4.5 | 50 | 45.5 |
| B50 | I take appropriate measures to protect patient confidentiality | 0.0 | 34.1 | 65.9 |