Which of the following is NOT a duty of DH-general?

The role of a dental hygienist (DH-general) encompasses a variety of responsibilities that support patient care and oral health. Among the options provided, the duty that is not typically assigned to a dental hygienist is conducting initial patient exams.

While dental hygienists do perform important assessments and contribute to the overall evaluation of a patient's oral health, initial patient exams are often the responsibility of a dentist. This exam usually involves a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's oral conditions, diagnosis of dental issues, and formulating a detailed treatment plan, which fall under the dentist's scope of practice.

On the other hand, performing periodontal assessments, charting patient records, and creating treatment plans are all duties that dental hygienists are well-qualified to perform as part of their role in patient care. They conduct periodontal assessments to monitor gum health, maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records to track treatment and progress, and assist in developing treatment plans based on their evaluations and findings.