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Dental Hygiene Theory III
Course: DHE232

First Term: 2023 Fall
 Lec + Lab   2.0 Credit(s)   2.0 Period(s)   2.0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load


Description: Study of the dental hygiene process of care with emphasis on the patient with special needs and advanced instrumentation. Students participate in field observations and present case documentations.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Distinguish oral health conditions related to dental hygiene care for patients with special needs. (I)
2. Formulate appropriate dental hygiene care plans for patients with special needs. (II)
3. Examine the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upon dental hygiene practice. (III)
4. Recognize cultural considerations and implications for dental hygiene practice for a diverse patient population. (IV)
5. Present patient care strategies and outcomes for populations with special needs. (V)
6. Analyze research outcomes to support the delivery of optimal dental care for diverse patient populations. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Dental hygiene care for patients with special needs
   A. Definition
   B. Populations
      1. Physical disabilities
      2. Developmental disabilities
      3. Geriatric
      4. Gender identity
      5. Culturally diverse
      6. Eating disorders
   C. Management
      1. Role of caregivers
      2. Wheelchair transfer
      3. Patient positioning and stabilization
      4. Mouth props
   D. Ethical considerations
II. Care plans for patients with special needs
   A. Modifications
   B. Communication
   C. Problem-solving
III. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
   A. History
   B. Definitions
   C. Implications for dental hygiene practice
IV. Cultural competence
   A. Definitions
   B. Health beliefs
   C. Implications for dental hygiene practice
V. Document care strategies and outcomes for populations with special needs
   A. Patient selection
   B. Process of care
   C. Visual aids
   D. Presentation
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: April 25, 2023

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