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DHY 212 The Compromised Dental Patient

This seminar and clinic lab course focuses on the needs and treatment of the mentally, physically, and medically compromised patient. The course methods include a variety of lectures, discussions, films, laboratory exercises, field trips, and clinical sessions.

Credits

1.5

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: BIO 125 and DHY 112

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Course Number and Title:

DHY 212 The Compromised Dental Patient

Campus Location

  • Dover

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: BIO 125 and DHY 112

Course Credits and Hours

1.5 credit(s)

1.5 lecture hours/week

1 lab hours/week

Course Description

This seminar and clinic lab course focuses on the needs and treatment of the mentally, physically, and medically compromised patient. The course methods include a variety of lectures, discussions, films, laboratory exercises, field trips, and clinical sessions.

Additional Materials

Dental Hygiene First and Second Year Student Kit
Dental Hygiene Policy and Procedures Manual
Allied Health/Science Department Program Student Policy Manual

Required Text(s)

Obtain current textbook information by viewing the campus bookstore - https://www.dtcc.edu/bookstores online or visit a campus bookstore. Check your course schedule for the course number and section.

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Analyze the systemic, clinical, and dental manifestations of various diseases and conditions.(CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 1, 3)
  2. Formulate the treatment and management modifications needed for patients with a complex medical history. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PGC 1, 2, 3, 5, 6)
  3. Deliver dental hygiene treatment to mentally, physically, and medically compromised patients. (CCC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; PGC 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Analyze the systemic, clinical, and dental manifestations of various diseases and conditions.
    1. Identify a person with a disability.
    2. Differentiate among systemic manifestations, clinical features, and dental implications for a person with a disability.
    3. Discuss barriers affecting the person with a disability, and explain how the barriers relate to daily life.
  2. Formulate the treatment and management modifications needed for patients with a complex medical history.
    1. Prepare individualized treatment plans for the patient with a disability including any necessary treatment modifications.
    2. Explain the disorder and/or disease process for the dental patient with a disability.
    3. Discuss the patient management concerns and any necessary treatment modifications for the dental patient with a disability.
  3. Deliver dental hygiene treatment to mentally, physically, and medically compromised patients.
    1. Modify and use special aids that may be needed to facilitate the management of a person with a disability in the dental setting.
    2. Demonstrate proper transfer of the patient with a disability in the clinical setting.
    3. Modify oral physiotherapy aids and perform individualized oral physiotherapy as needed for the person with a disability.
    4. Demonstrate preventive dental care for the patient with a disability.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Collect and analyze baseline data in a critical and scientific manner regarding the patient's health status to determine dental hygiene treatment needs.
  2. Utilizing professional communication skills and behaviors, initiate and responsibly advocate health care promotion and disease prevention for diverse populations.
  3. Provide dental hygiene care in a safe manner.
  4. Utilizing self-assessment skills, evaluate clinical performance and the effectiveness of dental hygiene treatment.
  5. Accurately document information related to dental hygiene care through proper record keeping.
  6. Recognize and manage the professional and ethical issues of dental hygiene practice in a dynamic environment.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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