Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2015

Course Code: DENT5834C

Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4320 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Course Contact: Ms. Suzanne Dellas Fatone

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406

Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff


Dental Health Program Manager Mr. Mark Doherty
Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 5:00 pm.
Telephone: +61 3 9341 1407
Email: mark.doherty@rmit.edu.au 
 
Ms. Suzie Georgeivski
Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 5:00 pm.
Telephone: +61 3 9341 1408
Email: suzanna.georgeivski@rmit.edu.au
 

Nominal Hours: 330

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

  HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
  HLTIN302C Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work
  HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement an individualised oral hygiene program and promote good oral health as part of general good health

This unit acknowledges that dental diseases are the most prevalent chronic diseases worldwide and that oral health is essential to quality of life.  All procedures are carried out in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, State/Territory legislative requirements and organisation policy

This unit applies to dental assistants who assist at the chairside and to others involved in promoting healthy eating habits and oral hygiene practices for the community


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTDA407D Implement an individualised oral hygiene program

Element:

1. Implement a prescribed oral health education program

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Follow a prescribed oral health education program if available
1.2 Review the client's current oral hygiene routines
1.3 Provide information on the causes of oral diseases to clients and carers appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood
1.4 Provide information on the prevention of oral diseases to clients and carers appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood
1.5 Provide an appropriate environment for the client and/or carer to ask questions and become involved in oral health
1.6 Actively encourage the client and/or carer to follow an effective individual oral health program
1.7 Implement a review strategy to determine the effectiveness of the oral health education program

Element:

2. Demonstrate oral hygiene techniques to client and/or carer

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Demonstrate the presence of plaque to client and/or carer using disclosing solution
2.2 Demonstrate a variety of relevant oral hygiene techniques specific to client needs
2.3 Provide information about the advantages of different oral hygiene techniques and involve the client and/or carer in the decision making process
2.4 Assist the client and/or carer with the implementation of relevant techniques
2.5 Demonstrate the use of appropriate aids specific to client needs necessary to achieve and maintain effective oral hygiene
2.6 Evaluate client and/or carer oral hygiene techniques and give further instruction when appropriate
2.7 Provide information appropriately on the effectiveness and availability of fluoride as directed by the operator

Element:

3. Provide appropriate advice on cariogenic food and drinks

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Involve the client and/or carer in a review of current dietary habits
3.2 Develop and give clients and/or carers appropriate information on acids and fermentable carbohydrates in a manner they can understand
3.3 Actively encourage the client and/or carer to ask questions or express views

Element:

4. Perform a saliva diagnostic test and record the results

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Provide full details of the procedure to the client and/or carer
4.2 Provide specific instructions to the client and/or carer before the appointment where a saliva diagnostic test is planned
4.3 Select the appropriate materials for a saliva diagnostic test
4.4 Perform a resting or unstimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
4.5 Perform a stimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions

Element:

5. Implement a prescribed prevention program to suit an individual client

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Provide information appropriately on lifestyle change where salivary flow may be diminished as directed by the operator
5.2 Provide appropriate information on materials that can provide additional external protection to the teeth
5.3 Explain methods to increase salivary stimulation as directed by the operator
5.4 Assist the client and/or carers to implement prescribed oral hygiene programs in response to saliva quality and composition


Learning Outcomes


1.1 Follow a prescribed oral health education program if available
1.2 Review the client’s current oral hygiene routines
1.3 Provide information on the causes of oral diseases to clients and carers appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood
1.4 Provide information on the prevention of oral diseases to clients and carers appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood
1.5 Provide an appropriate environment for the client and/or carer to ask questions and become involved in oral health
1.6 Actively encourage the client and/or carer to follow an effective individual oral health program
1.7 Implement a review strategy to determine the effectiveness of the oral health education program

2.1 Demonstrate the presence of plaque to client and/or carer using disclosing solution
2.2 Demonstrate a variety of relevant oral hygiene techniques specific to client needs
2.3 Provide information about the advantages of different oral hygiene techniques and involve the client and/or carer in the decision making process
2.4 Assist the client and/or carer with the implementation of relevant techniques
2.5 Demonstrate the use of appropriate aids specific to client needs necessary to achieve and maintain effective oral hygiene
2.6 Evaluate client and/or carer oral hygiene techniques and give further instruction when appropriate
2.7 Provide information appropriately on the effectiveness and availability of fluoride as directed by the operator

3.1 Involve the client and/or carer in a review of current dietary habits
3.2 Develop and give clients and/or carers appropriate information on acids and fermentable carbohydrates in a manner they can understand
3.3 Actively encourage the client and/or carer to ask questions or express views

4.1 Provide full details of the procedure to the client and/or carer
4.2 Provide specific instructions to the client and/or carer before the appointment where a saliva diagnostic test is planned
4.3 Select the appropriate materials for a saliva diagnostic test
4.4 Perform a resting or unstimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
4.5 Perform a stimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions

5.1 Provide information appropriately on lifestyle change where salivary flow may be diminished as directed by the operator
5.2 Provide appropriate information on materials that can provide additional external protection to the teeth
5.3 Explain methods to increase salivary stimulation as directed by the operator
5.4 Assist the client and/or carers to implement prescribed oral hygiene programs in response to saliva quality and composition


Details of Learning Activities


A combination of learning activities will support student’s learning in this unit, such as

  • Facilitator led classroom based lecture and or workshop using PowerPoint Presentations
  • Demonstration and classroom discussion
  • Facilitator led practical clinical demonstration
  • Group discussions
  • Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises
  • Online learning resources accessed via myRMIT Studies (BlackBoard)
    including online tests or quizzes
  • Practical clinical practice, peer evaluation/feedback session
  • Written classroom tasks
  • Self managed research to support completion of written work


Teaching Schedule

As per Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Oral Health Promotion) timetable, located on myRMIT Studies (BlackBoard).


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Fenton , A (2009) Basic guide to oral health education and promotion, 1st Ed. Wiley Blackwell, UK.

Laskaris,G (2006) Pocket Atlas of Oral Disease; 2nd edition, Theime ,Stuttgart & New York

Palmer, Carole (2007) Diet and nutrition in oral health, 2nd Ed. Pearson Education USA.

Ramseier, C & Suvan, J, 2010 Health behavior change in the Dental Practice. John Wiley & Sons Inc., Hoboken, N.J. available as an e-book @ RMIT Library
 


References


Other Resources


Students will be expected to utilise a range of recent and appropriate library, electronic, text and other resources.
Students will be provided with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies (BlackBoard).

RMIT provides all students with an extension range of online and campus based study support services ranging from:


Overview of Assessment

Assessment will include demonstration of underpinning knowledge, and skills; assessment activities may include oral presentation, written work, written tests, practical tasks and patient logbook.


Assessment Tasks

To achieve a grade of CA (Competency achieved) for the unit HLTDA407D Implement an individualised oral
hygiene program, you are required to attend classes and assessments and obtain a pass result for all the
following theoretical and practical assessments that are used to measure elements, performance criteria,
essential knowledge and essential skills as outlined in the health training package.

Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).
This form of assessment assesses competency, based on objective cognitive knowledge of clinical skills
tested in written form (essay writing and objective examination). It is a timed (2 hour) assessment and consists
of several ‘work stations’ in which students rotate and interact in a series of simulated scenario and tasks which
are expected to be performed in a clinical setting. The OSCE evaluates broader areas crucial to a health care
professional such as the ability to problem-solve, interpret/obtain information, communication, patient education
and management abilities.

Written Test.
This is a traditional timed (2 hour) written assessment, consisting of true and false, essays and multiple
choice answers. This will be conducted during Phase 5 / Week 1: Day 2 · Clinical Experience Record Book.
Students are to complete a series of 5 patient examinations. Each patient is seen over two (2) visits and is
authenticated by a third party (Supervisor). 

Oral Presentation.
The student will present information/findings on one (1) patient case selected from the 5 patients examined
during clinical experience.  

Direct credit transfer and RPL:
Direct credit transfer is available to students who have already completed the same or similar courses.
Recognition of prior learning is available to students who have relevant prior skills or experience.
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=8u7jborsx9dy (unresolved)

Work submitted for assessment:
Assessments that require work to be submitted must be handed in by the due date designated
by the unit teacher. Details of the due date for each assessment item are included in the unit Assessment
overview. Students are expected to prepare all assignments and other written work in a professional manner.
More information on general academic study and writing skills can be found on the “Learning Lab”
http://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab/ . All work submitted for assessment must be submitted electronically
unless directed by the unit teacher.

Harvard style is used for all referencing and for bibliography. Care must be taken to reference all work correctly
and to avoid plagiarism. Be sure not to plagiarise unintentionally. Students must keep a copy of all submitted
assessments including electronic copies.

Failure to complete any of the above listed tasks/assessments will result in an NYC (Not yet competent) or DNS
(Did not submit) for the unit HLTDA407D Implement an individualised oral hygiene program.  A NYC or DNS
result will be entered in the student record. This will result in non-completion of this unit of competence and
re-enrolment will be required incurring fees and a return to class work and completion of any relevant assessments
at the time of the re-enrolment.
 


Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Students are required to support the learning outcomes for Unit HLTDA407D Implement an individualised oral hygiene
program with work based experience and further self-managed research to support positive outcomes in this Unit.

Plagiarism
RMIT University requires that you present only YOUR work for assessment. Plagiarism is a form of cheating.
It is the presentation of the work or idea of another person without appropriate referencing,
as though it is your own. Plagiarism is NOT acceptable. Penalties can include charges of academic misconduct,
cancellation of results and exclusion from your course.
Please note: It is also a disciplinary offence to allow your work to be plagiarised by another student. When signing the
coversheet (electronic or paper based), you are declaring that the work is not plagiarised.

Special consideration
Please note: Students may apply for Special Consideration as per the information via the RMIT website
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=b1wqvnwk8aui (unresolved)  if they believe complete assessment for this unit by the
submission date has been affected by factors beyond their control. Special consideration must be lodged prior
to or within 48 hours of the scheduled assessment time or assessment submission date.
The application for Special Consideration is NOT granted automatically on application.

Special consideration online application - RMIT University:http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration/online

RMIT assessment policies - RMIT University:http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment  

Failure to complete any of the above listed tasks/assessments will result in NYC - Not Yet Competent result for unit
HLTDA407D Implement an individualised oral hygiene program. This will result in non-completion of the unit requiring
re-enrolment incurring fees, return to class work and completion of any relevant assessments at the time of the
re-enrolment.

The assessment result is final and a second opportunity for re-assessment will be NOT be provided unless the student has applied
for and been granted Special Consideration as per RMIT Assessment Policy http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=od0oagg9uc111 (unresolved)  

Assessment Appeal Process
The Appeals Against Assessment policy and procedure applies to all coursework programs in all careers. The appeal process is
staged and students are required to follow each stage in order to ensure their full entitlement to
appeal, this is available on http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=nwjxaifdrgle (unresolved)
 

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