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DHYG 321 Electronic Health Records

1 credit
This introductory course prepares students to utilize electronic records in a dental practice. Students will receive hands-on training using dental practice management software. Topics will include legal document compliance and system protocols and policies.

Prerequisites: DHYG 248 , DHYG 252 DHYG 253 , DHYG 254 , and DHYG 326   

Corequisites: DHYG 258 DHYG 322 , DHYG 323 , DHYG 325 DHYG 329 , and DHYG 331  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Describe the role of electronic health records in dentistry
  • Demonstrate the use of dental practice management software to manage a patient’s chart notes, images, and other assessment findings
  • Create a comprehensive dental treatment plan in the system
  • Obtain patient informed consent

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:

  • be prepared to successfully complete all licensing exams required to practice in Washington State and obtain an entry-level position as a dental hygienist

Total Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 20