Course Title: Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2013
Course Code: DENT5835C
Course Title: Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4320 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting
Course Contact: Ms. Sandra Torbica
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1408
Course Contact Email: sandra.torbica@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Marcella Sabo
ph: 9341 1409
Nominal Hours: 110
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 minimise the risk of radiation to the client, the operator and others during the exposure of a prescribed dental radiographic image. It also describes the quality assurance measures necessary to ensure all radiographs are of consistent diagnostic standard
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 for maintaining infection control and the policies and procedures of the dental practice or organisation. All tasks are carried out in accordance with
State/Territory legislative requirements.
This unit applies to dental assistants who assist at the chairside
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDA410D Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice |
Element: |
1. Apply knowledge of ionising |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Apply knowledge of X ray properties correctly |
Element: |
2. Apply knowledge of radiation |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Apply knowledge of the biological effects and risks associated with X-rays to implement safe work practices to minimise radiation risks to operator, clients and others |
Element: |
3. Determine image |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Ensure visual qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard |
Element: |
4. Minimise radiation by |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify the contents of the film package and determine the use of each item |
Learning Outcomes
1.1 Apply knowledge of X ray properties correctly
1.2 Identify and select technical variables of dental xray generating equipment correctly according to manufacturers’ specifications and client requirements
1.3 Identify the main components of the tubehead
1.4 Identify and select the appropriate technique for the type of cone
2.1 Apply knowledge of the biological effects and risks associated with X-rays to implement safe work practices to minimise radiation risks to operator, clients and others
2.2 Interpret the immediate and long term effects of radiation
2.3 Apply the correct units of radiation measurement
2.4 Implement radiation safety measures for the client, operator and others
2.5 Work in accordance with relevant WHS policy and procedures
3.1 Ensure visual qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard
3.2 Ensure geometric qualities of the radiograph are of a diagnostic standard
4.1 Identify the contents of the film package and determine the use of each item
4.2 Maintain quality assurance for processing dental radiographic images
4.3 Follow quality assurance processes for the use of radiographic chemicals in accordance with manufacturer specifications
4.4 Maintain appropriate conditions for manual and automatic processing in accordance with manufacturer specifications
4.5 Identify a range of processing errors and implement corrective measures to produce a diagnostic radiograph
Details of Learning Activities
A variety of learning activities which can include:
- Facilitator led clasroom discussion with powerpoint presentation
- Small group activities
- Individual activities
- Role play
- Practical simulated labs
- Workshops
- Portfolio/logbooks
- Third party evidence
Teaching Schedule
As per Certificate IV in Dental Assisiting timetable
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
Iannucci, J,M; Howerton, LJ (2011) Dental Radiography: Principles and Techniques; 4th edition, Saunders Elsevier, USA |
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Code of Practice and Safety Guide for Radiation Protection in Dentistry (2005) |
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Radiation Legislation : Radiation Act (2005) and Radiation Regulations(2007) http://www.health.vic.gov.au/radiation/legislation.htm |
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Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals, medicaments and materials used in dental practice (Obtained from Dental Supply companies or via web search) |
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Australian Dental Association Inc (2012) ADA Guidelines for Infection Control,2nd edition |
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National Health and Medical Research Council (2010) Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare www.nhmrc.gov.au |
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Laskaris, G (2006) Pocket Atlas of Oral Disease; 2nd edition, Theime ,Stuttgart & New York |
References
Other Resources
• Australian Standards AS/NZS 4815 (2006), Document available at http://www.standards.com.au
• Australian Dental Association Vic Branch (2005) Systematic Operating Procedures A manual for infection control and operational safety for the dental practice. http://www.adavb.com.au/
• Bird, D., Robinson, D. (2011) Torres and Ehrlich Modern Dental Assisting, 10th Ed. W.B.Saunders Company, Sydney.
• Frommer, H; Stabulas-Savage, J; Radiology for the Dental Professional, 9th edition, Elsevier/Mosby,. ISBN 0-323-03071-8. (Plus: the study guide for this textbook.)
• Whaites, E: (2007) Essentials of Dental Radiography and Radiology 4th edition. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier
• Zwemer, T.J. (1998) Mosby’s Dental Dictionary, Mosby Inc., Sydney
ISBN 978-0-3230-4963-4
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will include demonstration of underpinning knowledge, and skills; assessment activities may include oral presentation, written work, written tests, simulated practical assessment, portfolio of simulated films with critique sheets, logbook and third party report, patient films with critique sheets and a workplace assessment.
Assessment Tasks
- Terminology/Anatomy written test
- Oral presentation : the radiographic unit
- Simulated prac assessment
- Portfolio of simulated films(X40) & related critique sheets
- Case study oral presentations X4
- Logbook/Third party evidence with X30 competent patient films with corresponding critique sheets
- Written exam
- Workplace assessment
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Plagiarism
RMIT University requires that you present 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. Penalities can include charges of acedemic 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 to submit your learning guides and assessments.
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=g43abm17hc9w (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 assesment time or assessment submission date. The application for Special Consideration is NOT granted automatically on application.
RMIT assessment policies - RMIT University http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse:ID=od0oagg9uc111 (unresolved)
Special consideration online application - RMIT University: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse:ID=g43abm17hc9w (unresolved)
Non completion or non-submission of compulsory tasks:
Failure to complete ant or all of the compulsory tasks listed above will prevent the student from achieving a CA (competency achieved) result for unit HLTDA410D. This will result in the student not completeing the unit successfully. NYC (not yet competent) will be recorded and re enrolment will be required to continue the unit/program. Fees will be incurred. Please note: A second opportunity for assessment will not be granted unless the student has applied for and been granted special consideration as per RMIT assessment policy.
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