DENH 251 Dental Hygiene Theory 4*

This course will develop student's skills to recognize and utilize information presented in case studies. Assess medical conditions, oral conditions and recommend appropriate treatment planning with instructional aides. Medical Emergencies, eating disorders and illegal drug use will be instructional in lecture materials.

Credits

3 Credits

Corequisite

DENH 251C

DENH 251Dental Hygiene Theory 4*

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

3 Credits

Corequisite Narrative

DENH 251C

III. Catalog Course Description

This course will develop student's skills to recognize and utilize information presented in case studies. Assess medical conditions, oral conditions and recommend appropriate treatment planning with instructional aides. Medical Emergencies, eating disorders and illegal drug use will be instructional in lecture materials.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Evaluate the oral health care indications and limitations in the patients with systemic diseases.
  • Identify population risk factors for diverse groups of patients.
  • Build and add to the dental hygiene student’s ethics, values, skills and knowledge integral to all aspects of the profession.
  • Value differences in beliefs, values, and goals in diverse populations though the knowledge of cultural competence.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies