Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: DENT5848C
Course Title: Implement an individualised oral hygiene program
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6157 - Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
Course Contact: Rachael Starr
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1420
Course Contact Email: rachael.starr@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 330
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
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement an individualised oral hygiene program and promote oral health.
This unit applies to dental assistants and to other health care workers who are actively involved in promoting the general well-being of patients through promotion of healthy eating habits and good oral health.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDEN004 Implement an individualised oral hygiene program |
Element: |
1.Implement a prescribed oral health education program |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Follow a prescribed oral health education program 1.2 Review patient’s current oral hygiene routines 1.3 Provide information on the causes and prevention of oral diseases to patient or carer appropriately and completely using language that can be easily understood 1.4 Provide an appropriate environment for patient or carer to ask questions and become involved in improving their oral health 1.5 Actively encourage patient or carer to follow an effective individual oral health program 1.6 Implement a review strategy to determine the effectiveness of the oral health education program |
Element: |
2. Demonstrate oral hygiene techniques to patient or carer |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Demonstrate the presence of plaque to patient or carer using disclosing solution 2.2 Demonstrate a variety of relevant oral hygiene techniques specific to patient needs 2.3 Provide information about the advantages of different oral hygiene techniques and involve patient or carer in the decision-making process 2.4 Assist patient or carer in implementing relevant oral hygiene techniques 2.5 Demonstrate how to use appropriate aids specific to patient needs and necessary to achieve and maintain effective oral hygiene 2.6 Evaluate patient or carer oral hygiene techniques and give further instruction when appropriate 2.7 Provide information appropriately on the effectiveness and availability of fluoride as directed by the operator |
Element: |
3. Provide appropriate advice on cariogenic food and drinks |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Involve patient or carer in a review of current dietary habits 3.2 Develop and give patient or carer appropriate information on acids and fermentable carbohydrates in a manner they can understand 3.3 Actively encourage patient or carer to ask questions or express views |
Element: |
4. Perform a saliva diagnostic test and record the results |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Provide full details of the procedure to patient or carer 4.2 Provide specific instructions to patient or carer before the appointment where a saliva diagnostic test is planned 4.3 Select and prepare appropriate materials for a saliva diagnostic test 4.4 Perform a resting or unstimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions 4.5 Perform a stimulated saliva test and record the result in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions |
Element: |
5. Implement a prescribed prevention program to suit an individual patient |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Provide information appropriately, and as directed by the operator, on lifestyle change to assist with diminished salivary flow 5.2 Provide appropriate information on materials that can provide additional external protection to the teeth 5.3 Explain methods to increase salivary stimulation as directed by the operator 5.4 Assist the patient or carers to implement prescribed oral hygiene programs in response to saliva quality and composition |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course you will be able to:
1. Implement a prescribed oral health education program
2. Demonstrate oral hygiene techniques to patient or carer
3. Provide appropriate advice on cariogenic food and drinks
4. Perform a saliva diagnostic test and record the results
5. Implement a prescribed prevention program to suit an individual patient
Details of Learning Activities
30 X 3.5 hour face to face theory, online/self managed and practical classes 150 hours of Home study including required readings, research and completing study and assessment tasks 100 hours integrated clinical practice with patients conducted at the teaching clinic at the Royal Dental Hospital Melbourne Examples of learning activities to be undertaken:
-Prescribed readings located in CANVAS
-Completing prescribed home study tasks ( refer to catalogue)
-Working in groups to research information
-In class learning tasks: short answer questions and case studies
-Oral presentations
-Attendance and participation during classes
-Supervised clinical and practical experiences
----Student to student
----Student to patient
Teaching Schedule
Please note: This session plan is subject to change due staffing and available resources.
Session Number |
Class type |
SESSION TOPICS |
1 |
Lecture
|
Introduction to the unit and expectations Assessment requirements What is oral health Principles of oral health education (OHE) The role of the DP in oral health education Target population groups Health determinants Complete readings & review questions
|
2 |
Lecture
|
Health determinants continues Oral health assessment and patient- centred care The value of the medical history and patient questioning
Link between general health and oral health
Case study
|
3 |
Lecture & Practical
|
Plaque (Biofilm) Composition Stages of formation Impact of biofilm on health of the oral tissues Plaque disclosing and interpretation
|
4 |
Lecture
|
Saliva Importance of saliva Functions of saliva Causes of diminished saliva Strategies to stimulate salivary flow
|
5 |
Lecture
|
Dental caries -Aetiology Rampant caries Early childhood caries Incipient caries Root caries Dental erosion
|
|
6
|
Lecture
|
Periodontal diseases & aetiology
Prevention strategies
|
7 |
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Topic: Nutrition and the impact on oral health
READ posted resources in preparation for 17 August
|
9 |
Lecture
|
Nutrition and oral health Australian nutritional guidelines and how to use How much is too much sugar? Hidden sugars in the diet: reading food labels Video : How much sugar is in drink products Dietary assessment of the patient: using the 3 day diet template
Issue dietary diary to complete
Issue oral presentation task: Topic: Nutrition through the life cycle:
|
10 |
Lecture and Practical
|
Saliva testing lecture, interpretation and prac Saliva testing prac Student participation
|
|
11
|
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Topic: Motivational interviewing and effective communication Complete modules & upload the corresponding certificates #1 Task Online module: go to dentalcare.com
Topic: Commence development of portfolio of patient handouts #2 Task
Topic: Smoking and its impact on oral health review from semester 1 oral path class #3 Task
Topic: Fluoride in the communal water supplies Legislative requirements in the use of fluoride products #4 Task
|
12 |
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Oral hygiene instruction to the patient
Preparation for clinic: Home study #1 REVIEW ( videos )
Home study #2 TASK
|
13 |
Workshop
|
Preparation for patient work
Topic 1: Oral hygiene instruction to the patient Group case studies and workshop Ensure that you have reviewed videos for this class
Topic 2: Impact on oral tissues of
Issue prep document for clinic scheduled for 28 September
|
14 |
Practical
ALL DAY
Student to student
CLINIC or Lab: TBC |
Preparing for clinical practice
Each student will conduct the following activities on 2 students
• Oral health check/history taking/interview • Risk assessment • Saliva test/plaque disclosing • Oral hygiene advice/tooth brushing /interdental cleaning • Collect dietary diary • Oral health plan: setting objectives with the patient • Diet diary analysis • Oral hygiene advice for home care including products with rationale • Includes smoking cessation
Log book for 10 patients issued Patient case assessment issued
|
|
29 September 2020 |
To commence 10 patients for HLTDEN004 at RDHM clinic
|
15 |
Class
Student Oral presentations
|
Nutrition through the life cycle and the impact on oral health Preparation for patient work Case studies looking at dietary analysis of the patient, RDI, Frequency of eating, Hydration
|
16 |
Workshop
|
Reviewing study tasks:
Case Study
|
17 |
Lecture TBC
|
Topic: Smoking and oral health
|
19 |
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
Topic 1: Oral health: influencing health behaviours Effective communication Readings and task
Topic 2: Oral health and Special needs II
Lectopia sessions
|
20 |
Self- managed task CANVAS
|
REVIEW Traumatic injuries of teeth and tooth surface loss
Prevention & management strategies
|
|
|
|
21 |
2021 Semester 1 Lecture |
Re-commencement of unit and expectations for the semester
Topic: Risk assessment for oral disease and minimum intervention Class discussion Case “Mr K” task
Discuss AT3 case oral presentation ASSESSMENT
|
22 |
Lecture /Tutorial |
Review of progression of clinical patients
Review tutorial #1 Review MID study task
Topic: The geriatric patient and oral health
|
23 |
Lecture |
The child patient and oral health education Prevention of sports injuries Mouthguard hygiene
Class case study task
|
24 |
Workshop
|
Review tutorial #2 Case study discussion and task
|
25 |
Practical ASSESSMENT All day |
Log book assessment patient (student to student)
3rd floor SIM lab
|
26 |
Practical ASSESSMENT Half day |
Log book assessment patient (student to student)
3rd floor SIM lab
|
27 |
Workshop
|
Review tutorial #3 Case study discussion and task
|
28 |
Workshop
|
Review tutorial #4 Case study discussion and task
Written assessment preparation
|
29 |
Workshop
|
Review tutorial #5 Case study class discussion and task
|
31 |
ASSESSMENT
|
Supervised knowledge test
|
32 |
ASSESSMENT All day
|
Case presentation X1 per student: oral presentation upload copy into canvas
Clinical Log book fully completed due: upload into canvas
|
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
For each scheduled class there are resources posted in the canvas shell to support the topic outlined in the class lecture and practical activities.
Pre-reading prior to each class is highly recommended
Overview of Assessment
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:
• provided complete and appropriate information to at least 10 different patients including:
- providing information on the prevention of oral diseases
- providing advice and demonstrating oral hygiene techniques
- using learning and motivational skills to inform and motivate behaviour change.
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Regular attendance is necessary. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of theory and practical based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
1. Clinical log book of at least 10 different patients demonstrating:
-providing information on the prevention of oral diseases
-providing advice and demonstrating oral hygiene techniques
-using learning and motivational skills to inform & motivate behaviour change.
NOTE: This will include assessor practical observations and questioning
2. Supervised knowledge test
3. Case presentation : oral presentation on a clinical case from the log book
Assessment Matrix
The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course.
Other Information
1. Prescribed TEXTBOOK:
Felton , S; Chapman, A; (2013) Basic Guide to Oral Health Education and Promotion, 2nd Ed. Wiley UK
(this can be purchased or via the ebook via RMIT library webpage)
2. Catalogue of prescribed home study /learning tasks : these are compulsory to complete forming part of the structured learning requirements of this course and are to be uploaded into canvas “ assignments” as per schedule. This catalogue follows the syllabus…..some tasks are totally self- managed, some are commenced in class and require completion. Some tasks are required to be brought into clinic. It is expected that you complete each task each week as the semester progresses , and when indicated by the teacher (and as per syllabus)
Study Task (ST) |
Task Topic Title |
DEN004 ST01 |
Patient Centered Care |
DEN004 ST02 |
Link between oral health and general health |
DEN004 ST03 |
Plaque Worksheet |
DEN004 ST04 |
Saliva |
DEN004 ST05 |
Dental Caries |
DEN004 ST06 |
Periodontal Disease |
DEN004 ST07 |
Nutrition fundamentals Oral Presentation |
DEN004 ST08 |
Nutrition & Dietary Analysis Worksheet |
DEN004 ST09 |
Effective Communications Techniques dentalcare.com
|
DEN004 ST10 |
Motivational Interviewing. dentalcare.com |
DEN004 ST11 |
Motivational Interviewing-Smoking
|
DEN004 ST12 |
Fluoride |
DEN004 ST13 |
Prepare a portfolio of patient take- home pamphlets
|
DEN004 ST14 |
Videos on plaque control and written task
|
DEN004 ST15 |
Comparative review of Dental Hygiene Products |
DEN004 ST16 |
Impacts on Oral Health |
DEN004 ST17 |
Case study |
DEN004 ST18 |
Readings & Special needs case study |
DEN004 ST19 |
Traumatic injuries & tooth surface loss
|
DEN004 ST20 |
Minimum Intervention Dentistry (MID) |
DEN004 ST21 |
Case study Mr K
|
DEN004 ST22 |
The geriatric patient and oral health
|
DEN004 ST23 |
Oral health & the child patient |
DEN004 ST24 |
Case study |
DEN004 ST25 |
Case study |
DEN004 ST26 |
Case study |
DEN004 ST27 |
Case study |
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