69 Risk Factors and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life Implications for mental health nursing This study describes a sample of 81 patients diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (first-episode) compared with a matched sample of 166 individuals from the general population without a history with psychotic disorder. This study demonstrates the differences in risk factors and oral health related quality of life between patients diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (first-episode) and the general population. A negative impact on OHRQoL is more prevalent in patients diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (first-episode) (14.8%) compared to the general population (1.8%). The results of this study support the importance of preventive oral health interventions in patients diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (first-episode). Mental health nurses, as one of the main health professionals supporting the health of patients diagnosed with a mental health disorder, can support oral health (e.g., assess oral health in somatic screening, motivate patients, provide oral health education to increase awareness of risk factors, integration of oral health care services), all in order to improve OHRQoL. At this time, existing interventions in patients diagnosed with SMI or psychotic disorders should be modified and tailored to patients’ individual needs. 3
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