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DHYG-2153-001 Dental Hygiene Practice
Emphasis on the laws governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene, moral standards and the ethical standards established by the dental hygiene profession. Practice settings for the dental hygienist, office operations and preparation for employment.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(1 sem hr; 1 lec)
On Campus Course
Students are required to have the most current edition of textbooks.
Technical Skills and Requirements
Students will need access to a laptop, computer, or tablet for quizzes, tests, and assignments.
Students are required to have regular, reliable access to a stable internet connection.
Students need to be proficient in sending and receiving emails with attachments, uploading documents, and participating in discussion boards.
Computers can break, servers can crash, and electric power can go out. It is your responsibility to identify solutions for unexpected catastrophes by thinking ahead about solutions to potential problems. Possible solutions for each of the above scenarios include using a friend or relative's computer and accessing a computer in one of the computer labs on campus. Students will be responsible for bringing their tablets or laptops to every class session. Please have the battery charged and ready to go. Students will need to ensure that the Respondus Lockdown Browser has been installed on the computer.
Utilize CTL resources for technical help. CTL Student Help Center: (806) 371-5992 or ctlstudenthelp@actx.edu
Communication
The best way to contact me is through your student email in Blackboard. I will check my emails Monday-Friday first thing in the morning and throughout the day as time allows. I will respond to your email within 24 hours. I will answer emails sent over the weekend the following Monday morning. Please remember the use of netiquette when corresponding to faculty, staff, and peers.
Other Supplies
1. Library Card for AC and/or city library
2. Computer and Internet Access, Printer, Print Cartridges
3. Index Cards, Paper, Pens, Markers
4. Additional Materials as Needed
Course Meeting Day and Time
Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Jones Hall Room 111)
End-of-Course Outcomes
Explain the Dental Practice Act governing the dental and dental hygiene profession; evaluate ethical and moral issues affecting dental hygiene practice; describe traditional and non-traditional dental hygiene practice settings, and prepare for employment.
Course Objectives
Chapter 1: Ethics and Professionalism
1. Describe the role of the dental hygienist in health care.
2. Explain the relationship between the health care provider and the patient.
3. Describe the aspects of a true profession as they apply to dentistry and dental hygiene.
4. Explain interprofessionalism and its importance in health care education and practice.
5. Discuss the theory of competence and skill acquisition for the dental hygienist.
6. Compare educational competencies and practice standards.
7. Identify the traits of a professional dental hygienist.
Chapter 2: Ethical Theory and Philosophy
1. Explain the main components of moral growth.
2. Describe the theories of moral development and the role of cognitive growth.
3. Discuss the character and the contribution of character development to ethical conduct for the health care provider.
4. Compare the three theories of ethical thinking and give examples of each from oral health care.
Chapter 3: Ethical Principles and Values
1. Identify the normative ethical principles.
2. List the ethical principles used in dentistry and dental hygiene.
3. Describe the difference between a choice and an ethical dilemma.
4. Explain the role of principles in the decision-making process of the dental hygienist.
5. Compare the values and ethical concepts that support the principles of ethics.
Chapter 4: Social Responsibility
1. Describe the role of the dental hygienist in meeting the oral health care needs of the public.
2. Relate the importance of the Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health to the profession of dental hygiene.
3. List several facts about oral health disparities in America.
4. Describe the issue of access to care and social responsibility.
5. Identify several strategies that a dental hygienist can implement in striving for social justice.
Chapter 5: Codes of Ethics
1. Discuss the role of a code of ethics for the health care professions.
2. Explain the value to the lay public of a professional code of ethics.
3. Describe how a code of ethics can assist in the professional duty of self-regulation.
4. Compare the 1927 version of the current Code of Ethics for Dental Hygienists.
5. List and describe the nine sections identified under the Standards of Professional Responsibilities of the Code of Ethics for Dental Hygienists.
6. Be familiar with the code of the American Dental Association.
Chapter 6: Ethical Decision Making in Dental Hygiene and Dentistry
1. Describe the difference between an issue of right and wrong and a true ethical dilemma.
2. Identify the goal for use of an ethical decision-making process in dental hygiene.
3. List the six steps provided in the ethical decision-making model.
4. List and discuss the categories of common ethical dilemmas for dental hygienists.
5. Apply the decision-making model to a hypothetical situation.
Chapter 7: Society and the State Dental Practice Act
1. Describe the role of the state in governing of health care professions.
2. Identify the provisions likely to be included in state statutory law for the practice of dental hygiene.
3. List the reasons that a dental hygiene license may be suspended, restricted, or revoked.
4. Compare and contrast direct supervision, indirect supervision, and general supervision.
5. Recognize the responsibility of the dental hygienist for understanding and observing the state statutory and regulatory provisions.
Chapter 8: Dental Hygienist-Patient Relationship
1. Describe the professional obligation that exists between the dental hygienist and the patient.
2. Recognize the difference between civil law and criminal law in the United States legal system.
3. Compare intentional torts and persons, intentional torts and property, and unintentional torts of negligence.
4. List and evaluate the rights and responsibilities of the dental hygienist in the provider-patient relationship.
5. State the patient's responsibilities when receiving oral health care.
6. Describe the elements of informed consent.
7. Define malpractice and contributory negligence.
Chapter 9: Dental Hygienist-Dentist Employer Relationship
1. Describe the legal parameters of the employer-employee relationship and state the two general categories of employment.
2. Identify the recommended strategies for preparing for a dental hygiene employment interview.
3. List the terms that can and cannot legally be asked during the application and interview process for a dental hygiene position.
4. Describe the federal laws prohibiting discrimination and protecting worker safety.
5. Explain the concepts of sexual harassment and hostile work environment in the dental practice setting.
Chapter 10: Risk Management
1. Describe the concept of risk management and its place in the practice of dental hygiene.
2. Identify the strategies that can be used to identify and reduce risk in dental practice.
3. List the elements of a good dental record, and describe practices that should be considered in maintaining dental documentation.
4. Distinguish between paper and electronic dental record keeping.
5. Discuss the role of verbal and nonverbal communication in the patient-provider relationship.
6. Explain how dental hygienists should manage their own professional credentials and competency.
7. List recommendations for the appropriate use of social media both personally and professionally.
Case Studies and testlets
1. Utilize critical thinking skills to take a mock NBDHE examination consisting of case studies and testlets to increase the level of personal confidence in preparing for the NBDHE.
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners Rules and Regulations
The student will know that these objectives have been successfully completed if he or she earns a final course grade of "C" or higher as evaluated by the instructor.
The standard for the objectives may be one or any combination of the following:
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The Amarillo College Dental Hygiene Program has specific policies that apply to student conduct within the program. These policies may be implied or written. The course syllabi and program manual are sources for specific student conduct policies for dental hygiene students at Amarillo College.
Professional Standards
All dental hygiene students are expected to demonstrate professionalism in behavior, manner, and judgment while in the dental hygiene program. The area of professionalism includes appearance, asepsis, patient management, peer, faculty and staff interaction, and documentation. Guidelines for professionalism and professional appearances are discussed in the Amarillo College Dental Hygiene Program Manual. Professionalism will be evaluated on a continual basis throughout the program.
Students will exhibit professional maturity and an acceptable level of clinical judgment as determined by faculty. Unprofessional behavior may be defined as a continual pattern of misconduct and/or an egregious act that endangers the health of the patients, students, faculty, and/or College. Documentation may also include reporting via the Amarillo College Student Behavior Alert form with the college.
Students must be competent in the application of the principles of ethical reasoning, ethical decision-making, and professional responsibility as they pertain to patient care. Dental hygienists should understand and practice ethical behavior consistent with the professional code of ethics throughout the educational experiences. Below are representative examples of professional standards which are not inclusive:
Statement of Confidentiality
Confidentiality is the duty owed by dental hygiene professionals, including students enrolled in Dental Hygiene accredited programs, to protect the privacy of ALL patient information. Dental Hygiene professionals clearly have an obligation to keep MEDICAL and PERSONAL information about patients in the strictest confidence at all times. Unless disclosure is mandated by patient consent, statute, a duty to inform third parties, or special circumstances, dental hygiene professionals have a clear duty to maintain the confidentiality of ALL patient information.
Breach of duty to hold such information in the strictest confidence may cause liability for the individual student such as fines, imprisonment, and dismissal from the program. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association has published the following statement which all dental hygiene professionals (including students) must always follow "Code of Ethics."
“We respect the confidentiality of client information and relationships as a demonstration of the value we place on individual autonomy. We acknowledge our obligation to justify any violation of confidence.”
Mandatory Skills Building/Tutoring
To increase student success in the DHYG courses and assist students with difficulty understanding complex subject areas, any student who scores below a 75% on any exam (excluding the final exam) must complete a mandatory skills-building assignment before taking the next exam.
Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy
Cell phones and other electronic devices may detract from the learning environment. For this reason, phones should be silenced and put away out of view before entering the classroom. The personal use of cell phones in the classroom is not permitted. Cell phones may be checked at designated break times. Students who choose to violate the cell phone policy in class will receive a 0 in the grade book for the day.
Mailboxes
Each student is assigned a mailbox located inside the student locker room. Students are required to check his/her mailbox daily for various communication from the faculty.
Bulletin Board
First and second year dental hygiene students have designated areas on a shared bulletin board inside the student locker room where various announcements may be posted.
Emergency Contacts
Phone numbers that family members may use to reach a student in case of an emergency are as follows:
Dental Clinic Office Supervisor: (806) 354-6050
Amarillo College Police: (806) 371-5163
Academic Grievance Procedure
A student who has a grievance concerning an academic course in which he or she is enrolled is directed to appeal in the following order to the: (1) Instructor (2) Department Chair/Program Director (3) Assistant Dean of Health Sciences (4) Dean of Health Sciences (5) Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs (6) Vice President of Academic Affairs (7) President in that order.
Course Requirements and Learning Activities:
Assignments are designed to assist you in relating the subject matter of this course. The due date and time for all assignments is indicated in the course calendar and related handouts. Students need to make note of these dates and times with consideration that assignments will not be accepted and a zero will be issued for late submission.
Assignments and Examinations
The course will consist of weekly chapter tests, homework assignments including adaptive quizzing and online CE assignments from the Crest website www.dentalcare.com, preparation of a professional resume utilizing the AC Career Services, a mid-term exam, and a final examination.
Grading Criteria
The final course grade will be computed as follows:
The following course grade scale applies throughout this course:
Note: A grade of "D" is not possible in this course.
In order to pass the course, a student must achieve a final grade of 75% and meet all requirements for the course.
Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy
The Tutoring for Success Policy applies to any student whose grade or performance falls below a minimum of 75% on any assigned assessment. The student will be required to complete mandatory remediation assigned by the course instructor. A student will receive a remediation ticket with the instructor keeping the duplicate copy. Students will be required to complete a hand-written adaptive quiz assignment and turn it in the following week after being assigned. Remediation will not change the student's grade. The initial grade will stand. The purpose of remediation is to strengthen the content area the student failed.
Make-up Policy for Missed Work
If a student is absent on the day when a major examination is given, the student may make up the missed work as follows:
1. It is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements with the instructor within 24 hours of returning from the absence to reschedule the examination.
2. The missed work must be made up within TWO Amarillo College school days where the day ends at 4:00 pm.
3. The makeup work may earn a maximum of 80% of the original point value.
Attendance Policy
"Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class in accordance with the requirements of the course as established by the instructor." (Amarillo College Student's Rights and Responsibilities Publication). Absences are monitored and evaluated to determine the student's final course grade. A student with less than 90% attendance in class or lab may fail the course. Student absenteeism jeopardizes the completion of the course. The instructor will take roll for each class and note absences for each student. Students who are not present for roll call are counted absent. Students must report any anticipated class/lab absence to the instructor. A student who leaves class or lab early is counted absent. A student will receive one bonus point to the final grade for perfect attendance with a prior passing minimum average of 75%.
DHYG 2153 - Dental Hygiene Practice
2022 Spring Semester
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Month
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Day |
Chapter and Topics Covered |
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January |
20 |
Review Course Syllabus and Overview of the Course Chapter 1: Ethics and Professionalism |
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January |
27 |
Chapter Test 1 Chapter 2: Ethical Theory and Philosophy |
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February |
3 |
Chapter Test 2 Chapter 3: Ethical Principles and Values |
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February |
10 |
Chapter Test 3 Chapter 4: Social Responsibility |
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February |
17 |
Chapter Test 4 Chapter 5: Code of Ethics |
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February |
24 |
Chapter Test 5 Chapter 6: Ethical Decision Making in Dental Hygiene and Dentistry |
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March |
3 |
Chapter Test 6 Chapter 7: Society and the State Dental Practice Act |
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March |
10 |
Chapter Test 7 Chapter 8: Dental Hygienist-Patient Relationship |
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March |
17 |
Spring Break
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March |
24 |
Mid-Term Exam |
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March |
31 |
Chapter 9: Dental Hygienist-Dentist Employer Relationship |
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April |
7 |
Chapter Test 9 Chapter 10: Risk Management
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April |
14 |
Chapter Test 10 Case Studies and Testlets
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April |
21 |
Case Studies and Testlets |
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April |
28 |
Case Studies and Testlets Resume Due |
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May |
5 |
Case Studies and Testlets |
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May |
10 |
Comprehensive Final Exam 9:30 - 12:00 Noon
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