Chairside Assisting Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

DNTA-1315-001 Chairside Assisting

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Course Description

A study of pre-clinical chairside assisting procedures, instrumentation, OSHA and other regulatory agencies' standards.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Required textbook: Modern dental Assisting, 11th ED

Required students workbook to accompany the above textbook

Supplemental instrument identification book (given in class, shared by groups)

Supplies

Textbook, workbook, lab kit and proper clinical attaire

Student Performance

Given the course textbook, personal notes, and handouts, the student should:
    1.   Learn technical terminology, facts, theories and principals associated with the various dental specialties.

    2.   Apply knowledge learned in class to concrete or particular situations in a dental office setting.

    3.   Evaluate the learning experience from the perspective of the specific course objectives.

   

             Learning Outcomes

1.   List and describe various surfaces in a dental office and describe AND demonstrate the proper methods used to clean, disinfect and   protect thoses surfaces

2.   Name types of items that aer "single-use" ad properly dispose of those items

3.   Identify items that may either be single use or reusable

4.   Explain the difference between disinfection and sterilization

5.   Explain the difference between a disinfectant and an antiseptic

6.   Name the government agency that regulates dental office disinfectants

7.   Describe the role of the CDC in disinfecting methods

8.   Discuss and demonsrate the seven steps involved in processing dental instruments

9.   Describe the three most common methods of heat sterilization AND list the advantages/disadvantages to each method

10.   Explain the differences between process indicators and integrators

11.   Explain how sterilizer failures can happen

12.   Describe the three forms of sterilzation monitoring

13.   Explain the limitations of liquid chemical sterilants

14.   Describe the classifications of various dental instruments to determine the type of processing necessary

15.   Explain the purpose of a holding solution

16.   Describe the roles(s) of the FDA, EPA, CDC, OSHA ADA, NIOSH in infection control measures used in dentistry

17.   Describe potential long-term and short-term effects of exposure to chemicals

18.   Explain the purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard

19.   Describe the three common methods of chemical exposure

20.   Describe the difference between acute and chronic exposure

21.   Explain the purpose of MSDS AND be able to identify critical information on the sheets

22.   Describe proper storage of chemicals

23.   Identify types of egulated waste generated by the dental office

24.   Explain why dental unit waterlines contain more bateria than faucets

25.   List the factors involved in bacterial contamination of dental unit waterlines

26.   List and describe the examination and diagnostic techniques used for patient assessment

27.   List the six categories of Blacks classification of cavities

28.   Explain anatomic and geometric charting methods and the use of color coding

29.   Describe the need for extra-oral examination

30.   Describe the need for soft tissue examination

31.  Discuss the use of and demonstrate the use of a defibrillator

32.   Describe common signs and symptoms of emergency and how to recognise the

33.   Describe the roles played by the office team during an emergency

34.   List the basic items in an emergency kit

35.    Discuss rinising the oral cavity including the use of the air/water syringe

36.    List/describe various isolation techniques

37.    Discuss the importance of keeping the field of vision clean and dry for the operator and the assistnat

38.    List the equipment and supplies necessary for use of the dental dam

39.    Describe the process and principles of cavity preparation

40.   Discuss the differences in assisting with the different classes of permanent restorations

41.    Discuss the need for various restoration retention aids.. ie "pins'

PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES

1.    Demonstrate the process of pre-cleaning and disinfecting a contaminated treatment room

2.    Demonstrate the proper use of barriers in setting up a treatment room for various procedures

3.    Demonstrate the proper steps in pre-cleaning contaminated dental instruments

4.    Demonstrate safety guidelines and precautions in using the ultrasonic cleaner, holding solutions, heat sterilizers and contaminated instruments

5.    Demonstrate CDC guidelines for preparing and packaging dental instruments for sterilization

6.    Demonstrate methods used to reduce bacteria in the Dental Unit Waterlines

7.    Demonstrate the role of the dental assistant in the clinical examination

8.   Take intra and extra- oral photographs of a manikin and patient

9.    Chart the oral cavity including existing conditions, restorations and assist in treatment planning

10.    Chart patient periodontal condition performed by hygienist or dentist

11.    Conduct a soft tissue exam on patient and or classmate

12.    Perform various grasps and positioning of the High Volume Evacuator during a procedure on manikins/classmates/patient

13.    Perform a limited- area and full - mouth rinse

14.    Place cotton rolls and dry angels for isolation

15.    Prepare, place and remove the dental dam on manikin

16.    Prepare the set-up for various classes of restorations.. ie.,, Class I, II, II, ect.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Grading Criteria

Quizzes           15%
Chapter exams            25%
Demonstrative Competencies         25%
Professionalism          10%
Final        25%

All dental assisting course will follow this grading scale:

A = 93 -100
B = 83 - 92
C = 75 - 82
F = Below 75

This course will have 6 exams, 4 quizzes, and 5 demomstrative competencies and 1 comprehensive final. There will be a grade given for professionalism that will include attendance, appearance, attitude and treatment of fellow classmates.  ALL infection control competency demos MUST be at 100%, all other cometency areas (soft tissue exams, charting, etc) must be at least at 85% rating.

In order to be fair to students who are present and perform the required tasks and because of time restraints, most missed work, especially lab and clinical work can not be made up. Lab and clinical assignments invlove the use of a partner. Without you they can not perform their assignments.

Missed written exams maybe made up on the designated "make-up" days. These dates will be given at the start of the class. In order to be fair to the students who take the exam at the scheduled time, nake-up exams will lose 5% of their original value. Please note that make-up exams are most often one to five essay type questions.

Attendance

Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class". Due to the amount of information contained in this course, the student who plans to succeed should attend all course sessions regulary and promptly. The student will need to come to class on time, fully prepared for that session, with the necessary materials."  There may be times when it is impossible to attend class due to illness or an emergency, but this course covers so much information in class that an absence can get the student behind and thus, miss some vital questions on an exam. In order to be fair, there is no distinction between an excused or unexcused absence. You may have up to 3 (three) absences in this class without affecting your grade. The fourth (4th) absence will reduce the overall grade by 10 points. Missing 5 class periods is equal to missing 1/3rd of the semester and thus, 1/3rd of the vital skills for your chosen profession.
 

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