DENH 115L Dental Radiology Lab
This course is the companion laboratory course to Dental Radiology DENH 115. The intent of this course is to challenge students to link radiographic theory with clinical practice using individual and group laboratory exercises. Topics include: radiation safety and techniques patient and personal protective measures, intra-oral and extra-oral techniques, processing procedures, infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, quality assurance, digital radiography, and techniques and management of the child and special needs patient.
Prerequisite
Must be majoring in Dental Hygiene
DENH 115LDental Radiology Lab
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I. General Information
II. Course Specification
Credit Hours Narrative
1 Credit
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
0
Semester Contact Hours Lab
30-45
Semester Contact Hours Clinical
0
Prerequisite Narrative
Must be majoring in Dental Hygiene
Corequisite Narrative
DENH 115
III. Catalog Course Description
This course is the companion laboratory course to Dental Radiology DENH 115. The intent of this course is to challenge students to link radiographic theory with clinical practice using individual and group laboratory exercises. Topics include: radiation safety and techniques patient and personal protective measures, intra-oral and extra-oral techniques, processing procedures, infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, quality assurance, digital radiography, and techniques and management of the child and special needs patient.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of Dental Hygiene practice.
- Demonstrate clinical proficiency by developing patient treatment plans to provide comprehensive oral hygiene care.
- Learn and develop leadership and organizational skills to facilitate community based service.
- Study research journals and analyze scientific methods to aid in the selection of appropriate therapies and educational methods, manage practice problems and apply advances in patient care.
- Foster team building, communication and Integrity necessary to contribute to clinical employment settings.
- Prepare for successful completion of the National Dental Hygiene Exam and the Western Regional Clinic Board Exam (WREB).
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
VI. Delivery Methodologies