Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: DENT5855C
Course Title: Perform maintenance treatment for patient with removable dental prostheses
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6157 - Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics
Course Contact: Matt Clayton
Course Contact Phone: +61 435 933 052
Course Contact Email: matthew.clayton@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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 adjust and maintain new and existing dental prostheses for dentate and edentulous patients.
This unit applies to work in dental prosthetics.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDEP007 Perform maintenance treatment for patient with removable dental prostheses |
Element: |
1. Examine oral cavity and prosthesis to determine treatment need |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review the patient's medical history 1.2 Decontaminate the removable dental prosthesis according to infection control guidelines 1.3 Assess the patient's adaptation to the prosthesis 1.4 Determine the procedure that will give desired outcome for the patient and the operator 1.5 Involve the patient or carer in discussions about the procedures, and assist patients to clarify their preferences |
Element: |
2. Prepare for the procedure |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Provide full details to the patient or carer about options and potential risks and benefits 2.2 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements 2.3 Select appropriate materials and equipment for the procedure |
Element: |
3. Perform procedure |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Position the patient comfortably for the procedure 3.2 Explain participation required from the patient during the procedure using language that is easily understood 3.3 Carry out procedure in accordance with the treatment plan 3.4 Use equipment for the procedure correctly and in accordance with relevant guidelines 3.5 Prepare materials in accordance with manufacturers' instructions 3.6 Complete documentation as required |
Element: |
4. Evaluate procedure and instruct patient |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Discuss oral hygiene and maintenance instructions of the removable dental prosthesis with the patient or carer 4.2 Provide clear advice on follow up treatment required to patient or carer 4.3 Reach mutual agreement that all outcomes of the treatment have been fulfilled |
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
1. Examine oral cavity and prosthesis to determine treatment need
2. Prepare for the procedure
3. Perform procedure
4. Evaluate procedure and instruct patient
Details of Learning Activities
You will learn through a number of planned activities (face to face classes, simulated workplace learning, in the DHSV clinic with real live patients, online learning via Canvas and other forms of structured teaching and learning). You will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course.
The learning activities in your course
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in Simlab/class room/dental laboratory/ DHSV clinic (2nd floor )
- online discussion and participation
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- workshops
- class presentations
- group discussion
- simulated workplace activities.
- Practical activities in clinical setting
Teaching Schedule
Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers, resources and Covid 19.
Semester 1&2 2021 | |||
Week |
Topic |
Learning Materials and Activities |
Assessment Remarks |
1 |
Discussion regarding Assessment Tasks for this unit Elements & performance criteria Prepare patient for procedure |
Power point: - Ethical and Legal responsibilities in provision of dental care Class to present on their clinical experiences at check visit with their patients Your experience's in clinic Reading: Prosthetic Treatment of Edentulous Patient -Course text, Chapter 13 |
HLTDEP007 1 - 4 |
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2 Each week one day in Clinic with your live patients |
Patient(DHSV)/Clinical Log book
Activity: Ensure procedure adhered to |
Task 2 Assess 4 patients for adjustment and maintenance of a range of new and existing dental prostheses and, also assess the functional and aesthetic acceptability. This repeats weekly(clinic) Class discussions will be occurring weekly regarding the clinical experience |
HLTDEP007 1 – 4 Clinical log book |
3 |
Check the removable dental prosthesis infection control guidelines |
PowerPoint: -
Information regarding assessing patient For maintenance treatment |
|
4 |
Research |
PowerPoint: - Cont. Students to research a topic Regarding maintenance treatment to present at next class Class research |
HLTDEP007 1-4 |
5 |
Alter prosthesis Chairside adjustment |
All students to present their 5 min. presentation on their class research Topic |
HLTDEP007 1-4 |
6 |
Advice to patient Chairside adjustment |
PowerPoint The use of relevant clinical equipment for adjusting the prostheses |
|
7 |
Advise to patient Chairside adjustment |
Limitations of Dentures controlling dentures Initial sensations
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HLTDEP007 1 -4 |
8 |
Communication Interpersonal communication complaints handling conflict management cultural understandings |
Reach mutual agreement With the Patient &/or carer Patient communication Patient behaviour management technique Using cultural understanding |
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Break
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9 |
Maintenance and inserting Partial Denture |
Power Point – information to patient Students to be involved in role play, demonstrating your clinical advice to your patient. |
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10 |
Knowledge regarding conditions of the oral cavity related to ill-fitting removable dentures requiring treatment |
information for patients on available options for treatment of issues arising from ill-fitting removable dentures Students to discuss cases and how they handled these situations. |
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11 |
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment |
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12 |
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment |
Clinical practical Assessment |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Textbooks
Basker, RM; (2011) Prosthetic treatment of the edentulous patient ;5th edition : Wiley-Blackwell, UK
Damani, N. N.,2018 Manual of Infection Prevention and Control, 4th edn, Oxford University Press, UK. eBook
Perry, M 2018, Head, Neck and Dental Emergencies.. 2nd edn, Oxford University Press, UK. eBook
Moharamzadeh K. Diseases and Conditions in Dentistry : An Evidence-based Reference. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley and Sons
and any other required reading materials/manuals will be supplied as classes commence and by industry support
Software
Titanium Software @ DHSV teaching clinics
Canvas - on line learning
MIMS Online (available on Titanium - DHSV clinical software)
Microsoft Word, Excel
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
You 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 you have completed the following tasks:
• performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 240 hours of work in a clinical dental workplace environment
• prepared 4 patients for adjustment and maintenance of a range of new and existing dental prostheses
• followed procedures to ensure 4 patient’s safety during adjustment and maintenance
• assessed the functional and aesthetic acceptability of at least 4 different completed prostheses.
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
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment
The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit.
For this assessment you are to to answer 17 questions which relate to a range of workplace scenarios regarding performing maintenance treatment for patients with removable dental prostheses.
Feedback will be given at completion of assessment Task
Assessment Task 2: Practical Assessment
This is a Practical Assessment that will allow you to perform the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during the period of at least 240 hours of work in a clinical dental workplace environment, as evidenced by their clinical log books.
-- You are to prepare 4 patients for adjustment and maintenance of a range of new and existing dental prostheses and you are to you are to assess the functional and aesthetic acceptability of at least 4 different completed prostheses.
-- You are, also, to follow procedures to ensure 4 patient’s safety during adjustment and maintenance.
Feedback will be given at completion of 'assessment Task.
* There are additional assessment requirements over and above those of the training package within this course to meet RMIT’s accreditation with the Australian Dental Council (ADC). This will ensure that, upon successful completion of the Advanced Diploma of Dental Prosthetics, students are eligible to apply for AHPRA registration. This will include assessment by an approved external assessor, who has been approved by the Australian Dental Council
Competency requirements and Grading:
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of a competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.
You will be advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met. Observation of You performing work is used to confirm competency.
Grade level Competency Level
CA Competency Achieved -The learner will be able to apply facts, rules and standard solutions to achieve a predictable task or solve a problem.
NYC Not Yet Competent -Although the learner exhibits access to a limited range of facts and rules, the learner has difficulty applying these facts and rules to a familiar task.
DNS: Did not submit assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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