DH 222A Clinical Dental Hygiene 6

Continuation of the practice of the Dental Hygiene process of care with focus on the integration of comprehensive dental hygiene care into the general dentistry practice setting. Competency testing will prepare students for WREB board examinations and Licensure.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Admission to the Dental Hygiene program

Corequisite

DH 222B 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify advanced instrumentation instrument selection and application to modern to advanced periodontal care
2. Identify and use the PSR Probe
3. Manage electronic records with accuracy and completeness
4. Recognize, prevent or assist with, manage and document medical emergencies
5. Use, recognize, select and apply service codes for electronic billing while applying ADA Current Dental Terminology guidelines
6. Document treatment plan, service codes, case type and periodontal stages and grades
7. Apply concepts of older client care through competent care, recall and referral
8. Prepare for licensing, employment and document preparation supporting dental hygiene professional needs
9. Document professional communication and understanding of the DH Process of Care