Course Title: Apply professional tooth whitening agents
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2017
Course Code: DENT5822
Course Title: Apply professional tooth whitening agents
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
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
Telephone: +61 3 9341 1407
Email angie.ioannidis@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 25
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
TAFEDH011 - Take impressions and construct study models
TAFEDH015 – Manage patients with simple to moderate dental hygiene treatment needs
TAFEDH016 - Use chemotherapeutic agents to manage and prevent oral conditions and disease
HLTDA417A - Take a clinical photograph
Course Description
This unit deals with the knowledge and skills required to initiate bleaching treatment for cosmetic purposes.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
TAFEDH024 Apply professional tooth whitening agents |
Element: |
1. Preparation and presentation of the surgery |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 All equipment, materials and instruments required for the selection of bleaching agents are gathered and arranged within the treatment cubicle.
1.2 Review patient‟s case notes and approved treatment plan, and prepare to cater for any predetermined special needs of the patient.
1.3 Bleaching agents are selected using evidence based criteria and according to relevant guidelines and manufacturer‟s recommendations to ensure patient‟s safety.
1.4 Equipment and instruments are maintained according to relevant guidelines for instrument maintenance.
1.5 All necessary safety precautions during the preparation and presentation stages have been followed. |
Element: |
2. Prepare the patient for the application of bleaching agents |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Patient‟s medical history and records are reviewed to eliminate any contraindications to proposed application and to confirm treatment prescriptions.
2.2 Patient‟s treatment plan, records and radiographs are reviewed to determine and confirm the prescription of bleaching agents.
2.3 Customised stents that have been previously constructed are available for use if indicated.
2.4 An explanation of the actions of the selected bleaching agent and/or devices, the application procedure, the potential side effects and the predicted outcome, is given to the patient. 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.
2.5 The patient is given the opportunity to ask questions concerning any aspect of the proposed bleaching agent or device that is to be used and any concerns or issues are clarified.
2.6 Periodontal debridement carried out on prior appointments is reviewed to confirm readiness for the initiation of bleaching.
2.7 All extrinsic staining/discolouration on the patient‟s teeth is removed from smooth and fissured enamel surfaces.
2.8 Stains/discolouration are reviewed after completion of periodontal debridement and stain removal, to confirm the need for bleaching, and any concerns at this stage are redirected to the dentist.
2.9 All proposed treatment applications are carried out according to occupational health, safety and welfare guidelines and Infection control policy and procedures. |
Element: |
3. Initiate prescribe bleaching treatment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Application procedures ensure patient and operator safety and comfort.
3.2 Apply prescribed agents and devices according to relevant guidelines and manufacturer‟s recommendations.
3.3 Patient is given clear instructions on the home use of any recommended bleaching agent and/or device.
3.4 Follow up care is planned to monitor patient progress, treatment outcomes and safe use. |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit you will have the knowledge and skills required to initiate bleaching treatment for cosmetic purposes.
Details of Learning Activities
A combination of 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 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 Tasks | |
Assessment 1: |
Practical Assessment |
Assessment 2: |
Written theory examination |
Assessment Mapping Matrix
Elements/Performance Criteria Covered |
Ass 1 |
Ass 2 |
1.1 |
X |
|
1.2 |
X |
X |
1.3 |
X |
X |
1.4 |
X |
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1.5 |
X |
X |
2.1 |
X |
X |
2.2 |
X |
|
2.3 |
X |
|
2.4 |
X |
X |
2.5 |
X |
X |
2.6 |
X |
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2.7 |
X |
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2.8 |
X |
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2.9 |
X |
X |
3.1 |
X |
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3.2 |
X |
X |
3.3 |
X |
X |
3.4 |
X |
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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
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:
The 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
The student demonstrates competency with a practical assessment and online assessment.
Assessment Matrix
AS PER ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW
Other Information
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Study and Learning Centre http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/studyresources
Learning Lab: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=l5f1zzjdhi0g1 |
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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