Extra-oral exam and fulcrum

Today my goal was to learn how to perform an extra-oral exam. I planned on watching the demo in clinic and then practicing with all my partners in my pod. After listening to the demo I practiced with Charlotte and we were able to perform the exam 2 times and on the second time we were each able to do it without looking at the PE for help. Then I also practiced on Tandem and Shalyce. Next we watched the demo on holding our mirrors and fulcruming. I felt like I really understood all of the parts of the PE and I felt like it is an important part of the exam that many private offices do not do. I also felt more like a real hygienist today with holding the mirror and practicing correct positioning. Next time in clinic I plan to see if I can remember all the parts of the PE without looking and if I feel ready I will pass it of.