NWCCD 2020-21 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
NWCCD 2020-21 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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DHYG 2350 - Clinical Dental Hygiene I


This course allows dental hygiene students to apply practical skills in patient care and education during supervised clinical experience.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:
Admission to the Dental Hygiene program required.

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of DHYG 2350 Clinical Dental Hygiene I, the student will:

  1. apply standard infection control precautions.
  2. handle client information according to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  3. communicate effectively with diverse populations.
  4. employ efficient time in motion strategies to improve time management skills.
  5. exercise effective ergonomics.
  6. demonstrate proficiency in medical and dental history interviewing and documentation.
  7. chart extraoral, intraoral, calculus, and periodontal findings.
  8. critique required diagnostic radiographs.
  9. design an individualized dental hygiene care plan
  10. plan in collaboration with the client, appropriate oral health goals.
  11. provide primary and secondary preventive dental hygiene therapies for diverse populations.
  12. demonstrate effective instrument sharpening techniques.
  13. evaluate dental hygiene care based on client needs.
  14. reflect on learning through clinic journals.




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