Table 4 The frequency of the responses given by the dentists to the performance questions
Row | Item | Strongly disagree | Disagree | Undecided | Agree | Strongly agree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
% | % | % | % | % | ||
1 | I can prepare an effective treatment plan based on the needs and preferences of elderly patients. | 0.7 | 37.3 | 13.3 | 32.0 | 16.7 |
2 | I can communicate well with elderly patients. | - | 6.0 | 39.3 | 38.0 | 16.7 |
3 | I can provide preventive care and treatment for elderly patients. | 0.7 | 25.3 | 22.7 | 36.7 | 14.7 |
4 | I can manage medical emergencies of elderly patients. | 5.3 | 10.7 | 29.3 | 40.0 | 14.7 |
5 | I can empathize with and understand elderly patients. | - | 16.0 | 17.3 | 45.3 | 21.3 |
6 | I have enough experience to manage the complexities of treating elderly patients | 4.0 | 20.0 | 16.0 | 36.7 | 13.3 |
7 | I have received adequate education in geriatric dentistry at university. | 9.3 | 21.3 | 20.0 | 30.7 | 18.7 |