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These notes summarise the key points for SPF P3.8. Describe Resource Management in Care Decisions and Use of Care Networks for dental nurses.

Core SPF Focus

• This course aligns with GDC Safe Practitioner Framework Professionalism outcome P 3.8.
• The learning outcome states: Describe the considerations of the management of resources in provision of care decisions including appropriate use of primary and secondary care networks.
• The linked behaviour is P(B)17: Contribute positively to the healthcare communities of which you are a part.
• Content focuses on dental nursing practice, patient safety, team communication and professional accountability.

Five Things to Remember

• Explain how resource availability affects care decisions.
• Recognise when primary or secondary care networks are the appropriate route.
• Support efficient and safe patient flow within the dental nurse scope of practice.
• Spot when referral, review or follow-up information is missing or incomplete.
• Escalate recurring resource problems that compromise patient care.

Exam Focus

• Quote or reference the exact SPF wording to show alignment with the outcome.
• Answer within the dental nurse scope, but raise concerns about care or safety when required.
• Consider patients, colleagues, records, handover, local systems and escalation routes when answering.
• Where legal, governance, access or sustainability issues arise, base answers on official guidance and local policy.
• Select responses that are factual, respectful, patient-centred and proportionate.