Course Title: Apply and remove periodontal dressings and remove sutures

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2017

Course Code: DENT5806

Course Title: Apply and remove periodontal dressings and remove sutures

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6119 - Advanced Diploma of Oral Health (Dental Hygiene)

Course Contact: Sue Fatone

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 93411406

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


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Program Manager: Mr Nicholas Greer

Telephone: +61 3 9341 1420

Email nicholas.greer@rmit.edu.au

 

Ms Angie Ioannidis@rmit.edu.au

Telephone: +61 3 9341 1407

Email angie.ioannidis@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 15

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

HLTIN403B – Implement and monitor infection control policies and procedures
TAFEDH006 - Scale teeth, debride root surfaces and stains from teeth
TAFEDH012 - Apply reflective practice and critical thinking and analysis in dental health

 

 

Course Description

This unit deals with the knowledge, skills, values and behaviors required to apply periodontal dressings, and to remove periodontal dressings and sutures post surgically.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

TAFEDH009 Apply and remove periodontal dressings and remove sutures

Element:

1. Prepare and present surgery

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Equipment, materials and instruments required for the patient’s treatment are gathered and arranged within the treatment cubicle.


1.2 Reviewing patient’s case notes and prepare surgery for predetermined special needs of the patient.


1.3 Prepare periodontal dressings according to relevant guidelines and manufacturer’s recommendations.


1.4 Equipment and instruments are maintained according to relevant guidelines for instrument maintenance.


1.5 Follow safety precautions during the preparation and presentation stages.

 

Element:

2. Prepare and assess patient

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Patient’s medical history and records are reviewed to confirm treatment prescriptions
2.2 An explanation of dressing application procedure is given to the patient.


2.3 Adhering to the principles of informed consent, the patient is informed of possible negative outcomes resulting from any planned treatment. Consent is confirmed with the patient.


2.3 The patient is provided opportunity to ask questions concerning any aspect of the application of a periodontal dressing.


2.4 Patients comfort is maintained.


2.5 Treatment is carried out according to occupational health, safety and welfare guidelines and infection control policy and procedures.

 

Element:

3. Apply periodontal dressing

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Periodontal dressing material is mixed and applied to the wound surface.


3.2 Periodontal dressing is evaluated to ensure that it does not extend coronal to the height of contour or interfere with occlusion and soft tissues during speech or mastication.


3.3 Excess material is removed appropriately.


3.4 Patient comfort is re-evaluated and clear post operative care instructions are given.

 

Element:

4. Remove a periodontal dressing post surgically

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Patient’s well being following surgery is confirmed.;


4.2 Explanation of the dressing removal is provided to the patient.


4.3 The patient is provided an opportunity to ask questions concerning the removal of a periodontal dressing.


4.4 The periodontal dressing is correctly removed to minimize trauma and patient discomfort.


4.5 Teeth and soft tissues are debrided.


4.6 Surgical site is evaluated and any immediate concerns.
directed to the dentist.

 

Element:

5. Remove sutures post surgically

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Suture removal procedure is communicated to the patient.


5.2 Patient is provided an opportunity to ask question sconcerning the removal of sutures.


5.3 Operative site is cleansed.


5.4 Number of sutures are confirmed through clinical examination and reference to patient case notes.


5.5 Correct number of sutures are removed without disturbing healing.


5.6 Procedure is evaluated and the dentist informed.


5.7 Post operative care instructions are given to the patient.

 

Learning Outcomes


On completion of this unit you will have the knowledge, skills, values and behaviors required to apply periodontal dressings, and to remove periodontal dressings and sutures post surgically.


Details of Learning Activities

This unit is co-delivered in a cluster Periodontology 2 (P2) in conjunction with TAFEHD020 Manage patients with moderate to complex dental hygiene treatment needs.

You must enrol in the two units delivered in this cluster and all learning and assessment activities will include the components of all competencies.

The learning activities have been designed to help students to achieve learning outcomes of this unit:

  • Facilitator led classroom based lecture and or workshop using PowerPoint Presentations
  • Written classroom tasks
  • Demonstration and classroom discussion
  • Group discussions
  • Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises
  • Clinical practice, peer evaluation/feedback session/completion of practical worksheets
  • Online learning resources accessed via myRMIT Studies (BlackBoard)
  • Self managed research to support completion of assessment tasks.


Teaching Schedule

This unit is delivered in cluster Periodontology 2 (P2) and co-scheduled with for delivery as per the timetable issued on Induction Day and is also located on BlackBoard. The classes will be delivered, on level 3 or 2 of Building 154, RMIT (within the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne) or in the undergraduate clinic Level 2 Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne.  There will be opportunity for you to attend clinics off site.

Notification will be provided via student email if the date or location changes.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


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 ADOH prescribed textbooks
  • RMIT Studies (Blackboard) for RMIT Online resources.
  • RMIT Library for textbooks and other resources.
  • RMIT Library (Dental Guides): http://rmit.libguides.com/dental

 


Overview of Assessment

Before the critical aspects of evidence are considered all prerequisites must be met.

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:

  • candidates must demonstrate their ability to apply essential knowledge identified for this competency unit before undertaking independent workplace application
  • this competency unit should be assessed in conjunction with relevant competency unit(s) in delivery of the Advanced Diploma of Oral Health (Dental Hygiene) ·
  • evidence must demonstrate the individual’s ability to apply their knowledge within the requirements of dental hygiene practice 
  • consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations relevant to an identified work role 

Assessment

Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1:

Clinical practice, logbook and observation

Assessment 2:

Written theory examination

Assessment 3:

(Oral) Case Study Presentation(s)

Assessment 4:

Special needs case study Assignment

Assessment 4:

Case Study Presentation
Assessment 4:

Clinical (scaling) practical

 

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Elements/Performance Criteria Covered

Ass 1

Ass 2


Ass 3

Ass 4

Ass 5

 Ass 6

1.1

X

 

X

X

X

 X

1.2

X

 

X

 

X

 X

1.3

X

X

X

 

X

 X

1.4

X

 

X

 

X

 X

1.5

X

X

X

 

X

 X

2.1

X

 

X

 

X

 X

2.2

X

 

X

 

X

 X

2.3

X

X

X

 

X

 X

2.4

X

 

 

 

X

 X

2.5

X

 

 

 

X

 X

3.1

X

 

X

X

X

 X

3.2

X

X

 

 

X

 X

3.3

X

X

 

 

X

 X

3.4

X

 

X

X

X

 X

4.1

X

X

X

 

X

 X

4.2

X

X

X

 

X

 X

4.3

X

X

X

X

X

 X

4.4

X

X

X

 

X

 X

4.5

X

 

X

 

X

 X

4.6

X

 

X

X

X

 X

5.1

X

X

X

X

X

 X

5.2

X

X

 

X

X

 X

5.3

X

 

X

 

X

 X

5.4

X

 

 

X

X

 X

5.5

X

 

X

 

X

 X

5.6

X

 

 

 

X

 X

5.7

X

 

 

 

X

 X

 

To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.


Assessment Tasks

This unit is co-delivered in a cluster Periodontology 2 (P2) in conjunction with TAFEHD020 Manage patients with moderate to complex dental hygiene treatment needs .

Assessment Task 1: Clinical practice with completion of logbook and Clinical Observation & feedback logbook

The Logbook and Clinical Observation & feedback Logbook is completed in the practical sessions.

Students will attempt the assessments under supervision of the assessor and they will be graded with either a S (Satisfactory) or NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the P2 Assessment Outline. All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.

 

Assessment Task 2: Literature Review

Students will submit the Literature Review and they will be graded with either a S (Satisfactory) or NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the P2 Assessment Outline. All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.

Assessment Task 3:  Apply and Remove periodontal dressings and remove sutures Practical

Students will attempt the assessments under supervision of the assessor and they will be graded with either a S (Satisfactory) or NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the P2 Assessment Outline. All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.

 

Assessment Task 4: Written theory examination

This is conducted as per timetable. The written test will be conducted under supervision at RMIT under exam conditions. Detailed information will be discussed with students during their attendance to lectures.

In order to achieve a satisfactory result, student must score 70% of the overall mark. Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.

To demonstrate competency in this course, students will need to complete all the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard.

  1. Case Study Presentation

Students will submit the case Study Presentation and they will be graded with either a S (Satisfactory) or NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the P2 Assessment Outline. All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.

 

  1. Clinical (scaling) practical

Students will attempt the assessments under supervision of the assessor and they will be graded with either a S (Satisfactory) or NYS (Not Yet Satisfactory) according to the assessment guidelines and criteria outlined in the P2 Assessment Outline. All assessment criteria must be successfully completed in order to achieve a satisfactory result.

Feedback to students will be provided at an allocated time at RMIT.


Assessment Matrix

AS PER ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW

Other Information

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Disability Liaison Unit: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/disability  

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. 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://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration  if they believe that to 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.

RMIT Assessment Appeal Process

Students may appeal against their assessment result as per the information via the RMIT website. 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)

Attendance

It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensure the maximum opportunity to gain competency.

Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer

If you think you have some or all of the knowledge and competencies described, please discuss the Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer options that may be available to you with the Program Coordinator. For more information go to:

 http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit

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