Course Title: Produce a dental radiographic image

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2010

Course Code: DENT5213C

Course Title: Produce a dental radiographic image

School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4209 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting

Course Contact: Eleanor Schroeder

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1412

Course Contact Email: eleanor.schroeder@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Marcella Sabo

Phone: 9341 1409

Fax: 9341 1401

marcella.sabo@rmit.edu.au

Debra Spicer

Phone: 9341 1418

Fax: 9341 1401

debra.spicer@rmit.edu.au

Sandra Torbica

Phone: 9341 1408

Fax: 9341 1401

sandra.torbica@rmit.edu.au

Eleanor Schroeder

Phone: 9341 1412

Fax: 9341 1401

eleanor.schroeder@rmit.edu.au




Nominal Hours: 90

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

The following units are pre-requisites for this unit:
• HLTIN301A Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
• HLTIN302A Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work
• HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes in the health industry
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following related competency units:
• HLTDA410B Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
• HLTDA411B Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image

Course Description

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate dental radiographic equipment and position the client and radiographic film in order to produce a diagnostic image
All procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards for maintaining infection control and the policies and procedures of the dental practice or organisation
All tasks are carried out in accordance with state or territory legislative requirements


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

HLTDA412B Produce a dental radiographic image

Element:

1. Position client to obtain radiographic image

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Implement and maintain radiation safety measures for the client, operator and others throughout the procedure
1.2 Position the client correctly
1.3 Maintain communication with the client

Element:

2. Position dental radiographic film

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Select the appropriate technical variables on the dental radiographic unit according to manufacturer specifications, procedure and client requirements
2.2 Select the appropriate radiographic technique according to the tooth under investigation and the anatomy of the oral cavity
2.3 Select and position correctly the appropriate film for the client’s requirements
2.4 Select and use film locating devices to position the film correctly when appropriate
2.5 Select accessories when appropriate according to manufacturer specifications

Element:

3. Operate radiographic imaging equipment safely to produce image

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Operate equipment according to manufacturer specifications and legislative requirements for the safe use of radiation in dentistry
3.2 Ensure the client does not move and remains visible throughout the procedure
3.3 Remove the exposed dental radiographic film package carefully from the mouth
3.4 Label the exposed radiographic film package correctly prior to processing

Element:

4. Process and provide quality assurance for the exposed dental radiographic film

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Process the radiographic film correctly
4.2 Assess visual qualities of the processed film
4.3 Identify and correct processing errors
4.4 Identify and correct errors in technique
4.5 Mount and store radiographic images correctly


Learning Outcomes


1.1 Implement and maintain radiation safety measures for the client, operator and others throughout the procedure
1.2 Position the client correctly
1.3 Maintain communication with the client

2.1 Select the appropriate technical variables on the dental radiographic unit according to manufacturer specifications, procedure and client requirements
2.2 Select the appropriate radiographic technique according to the tooth under investigation and the anatomy of the oral cavity
2.3 Select and position correctly the appropriate film for the client’s requirements
2.4 Select and use film locating devices to position the film correctly when appropriate
2.5 Select accessories when appropriate according to manufacturer specifications

3.1 Operate equipment according to manufacturer specifications and legislative requirements for the safe use of radiation in dentistry
3.2 Ensure the client does not move and remains visible throughout the procedure
3.3 Remove the exposed dental radiographic film package carefully from the mouth
3.4 Label the exposed radiographic film package correctly prior to processing

4.1 Process the radiographic film correctly
4.2 Assess visual qualities of the processed film
4.3 Identify and correct processing errors
4.4 Identify and correct errors in technique
4.5 Mount and store radiographic images correctly


Details of Learning Activities

Teacher lead activities:

Classroom and tutorial instruction in theory and tasks associated with the topics including the use of computers and relevant software/s.

Practical simulations and demonstrations.

Group discussions and activities

Student Centred Activities:

Participation in group activities based on simulated workplace exercises including computer based workshop. Self managed reearch

Activites are based on the following topics:

Dental terminology, Anatomy of the head and neck

Practical OH&S and infection control strategies in radiography

Safety/radiation hygiene I & II

Introduction to radiography III

Clinical discussion and workplace encounters


Teaching Schedule

Semester 1

Semester 2


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Haring J I: Howerton J L. (2006) DENTAL RADIOGRAPHY: PRINCIPLES AND TECHNIQUES, ISBN 13: 978-0-7216-1575-2 Third Edition ISB 10: 0-7216-1575-9


References

RMIT online learning Hub www.rmit.edu.au.online Library www.rmit.edu.au/library Journals, Brochures, Pamphlet, Periodicals, Newspapers


Other Resources

ARPANSA


Overview of Assessment

• Observation in the work place is essential. Assessment in the workplace must be flexible to allow for client confidentiality and organisation policies
• Evidence of essential knowledge and understanding may be provided by:
- traditional or online (computer-based) assessment
- written assignments/projects
• Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
• Questioning
• Staff and/or client feedback
• Supporting statement of supervisor
• Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning


Assessment Tasks

Dental terminology, Anatomy of the head and neck: Test compromising short answer questions

Practical OH&S and infection control strategies in radiography:

Safety/radiation hygiene I & II: Completion of learning guide and test

Introduction to radiography III:

Clinical discussion and workplace encounters: Simulated assessment and workplace assessment


Assessment Matrix

Refer to student handbook

Other Information

This unit will be assessment in conjunction with the following unit:

HLTDA411B Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image

HLTDA410B Apply the principles of radiatin biology and protection in dental practice

Students must gain competency in all units of this course to obtain their Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography)

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