Course Title: Perform a nutritional oral health assessment

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2014

Course Code: DENT5817

Course Title: Perform a nutritional oral health assessment

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 9341 1406

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


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 30

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

HLTAMBFC301B - Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health care
HLTIN403B – Implement and monitor infection control policies and procedures
TAFEDH005 – Examine, record and assess patient histories and dental records to formulate a dental hygiene treatment plan
TAFEDH008 – Analyse diagnostic tests to determine oral health status
TAFEDH032 – Confirm physical health status
 

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe the condition of the patient and gather information relevant to the case, according to a nutritional dental health preventive practice.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

TAFEDH019 Perform a nutritional oral health assessment

Element:

1. Determine the scope of the assessment and patient needs in consultation with the dental hygiene examination

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Establish patient’s purpose for consultation and identify
the symptoms experienced

1.2 Explain the nutrition assessment process within the
context of the dental hygiene examination
1.3 Diagnose and analyse cause and affect of identified
dental demineralisation
1.4 Diagnose and analyse cause and effect of identified
dental caries
1.5 Diagnose and analyse cause and effect of identified
periodontal disease
1.6 Identify factors likely to have a negative impact on
assessment in consultation with the patient and
implement strategies to minimise the effects of these
factors wherever possible
1.7 Define personal abilities, level of professional
competence and parameters of role to the patient
1.8 Refer patient to other health care providers where
their needs are identified as beyond the scope of the
dental hygienist, or the dentist

Element:

2. Obtain and record accurate nutritional intake of the patient

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Seek patient nutritional intake using a 24 hour
reflective assessment or a 3 day diet diary in a
respectful way with all enquiries asked in a purposeful,
systematic and diplomatic manner
2.2 Collect and record accurate, relevant and well organised
information in a manner which can be interpreted and
analysed
2.3 Ensure information is treated and recorded in a
confidential manner

Element:

3. Assess nutritional data obtained against principles, concepts and models of nutrition for Australia

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Reflect upon clinical findings and relate to nutritional
deficiencies or high sugar/acidic foods/drinks against the
recommended daily intake (RDI) of nutrients (Australian
Standards)
3.2 Assess the reliability of data obtained and establish,
where possible, appropriate clinical correlation with
patient’s presenting condition
3.3 Use questions to clarify results and gain further
information in a manner relevant to patient needs
3.4 Determine need to carry out saliva and plaque pH tests
based on the integration of previously obtained clinical
data and history
3.6 Identify and minimise factors that may interfere with the
information gathering process
3.7 Identify, establish and maintain essential requirements
for infection control

3.8 Anticipate any potential sensitivities/cultural needs of the
client and adapt approach to take these into account,
while ensuring the maintenance of patient dignity

Element:

4. Identify appropriate dietary modifications

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Identify nutrient deficiencies
4.2 Identify food allergies and/or food sensitivities
4.3 Determine the influence of environmental factors on
nutritional status
4.4 Design dietary modifications appropriate for the patient
4.5 Address appropriate cultural factors
4.6 Address appropriate lifestyle factors
4.7 Justify proposed dietary modification

Element:

5. Negotiate dietary change with patient

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Communicate proposed dietary changes to patient
5.2 Explain reasons for dietary modification
5.3 Obtain feedback from client regarding proposed dietary
changes
5.4 Implement dietary changes in a manner acceptable to
the patient
5.5 Respond appropriately to client feedback and
complaints

Learning Outcomes


On completion of this unit you will have developed the skills and knowledge required to observe the condition of the patient and gather information relevant to the case, according to a nutritional dental health preventive practice.


Details of Learning Activities

Includes a combination of some or all of the following, Class attendance and participation, individual or group project work, e-learning, self-directed learning, Blackboard collaborate.
role-play/simulation
Pre-Clinical and clinical practice in the simulation lab / undergraduate teaching clinic
 


Teaching Schedule

Timetable to be provided at a later date


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


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 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 Mapping Matrix

Elements/Performance Criteria Covered

Ass 1

Ass 2


Ass 3


Ass 4

1.1

X

 

X

X

1.2

X

X

X

 

1.3

X

X

X

 

1.4

X

X

X

 

1.5

X

X

X

 

1.6

X

 

 

X

1.7

X

 

 

X

1.8

X

 

X

 

2.1

X

 

X

 

2.2

X

 

X

 

2.3

X

 

X

 

3.1

X

X

X

X

3.2

X

X

 

 

3.3

X

 

 

 

3.4

X

 

X

X

3.5

X

 

X

X

3.6

X

 

 

 

3.7

X

 

 

 

3.8

X

 

X

 

4.1

X

X

X

 

4.2

X

X

X

 

4.3

X

X

X

X

4.4

X

X

X

 

4.5

X

 

X

 

4.6

X

 

X

X

4.7

X

 

X

 

5.1

X

X

X

X

5.2

X

X

 

X

5.3

X

 

X

 

5.4

X

 

 

X

5.5

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

Assessment for this course forms part of the Advanced Diploma of Oral Health (Dental hygiene)
Refer to the Australian Dental Council June 2011 document “Professional attributes and competencies of the newly qualified dental hygienist for additional information”
Primary assessment involves on-going practical and applied assessment in a clinical workplace or simulated environment such as a supervised student clinic.
Assessment is typically based around written and/or online tests, assignments, reflective journals, evidence portfolio’s, logbooks and/or practical demonstrations.
Competency based training requires the student to be in attendance in order for assessment to be undertaken.
Assessment is undertaken through successful completion of all assessment activities and classroom, project & industry participation.
Assessments are spaced across the duration of the course, in order for your teacher to provide you with progressive feedback.
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
An RMIT assessment charter (http://mams.rmit.edu.au/kh6a3ly2wi2h1.pdf ) summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced in a single document, the Assessment policies and procedures manual (http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=ln1kd66y87rc).
 


Assessment Matrix

May include:
Observation in the work place with questioning to address
appropriate application of knowledge
• written assignments/projects/exam
• case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
• questioning – verbal and written
• completion of clinical log book
70% Pass mark
 

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