DHYG 432 Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice VII

3 credits

This is the final lecture seminar and clinical course in the Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice series. Knowledge, values, and skills are synthesized to provide comprehensive dental hygiene care at an exit level of program competence. The weekly lecture seminar integrates didactic concepts into the practice of dental hygiene and emphasizes practical application and preparation for entry into the practice of dental hygiene. Students continue providing clinical services to special populations at various extern sites using knowledge and skills developed in community dental health courses.

Prerequisites: All Quarter 7 DHYG BAS courses

Corequisites: All Quarter 8 DHYG BAS courses

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

Analyze dental hygiene theory and application of complex treatment outcomes
Participate in the WSDHA annual symposium
Prepare for Private Practice Day
Prepare for the Manikin Mock Board
Identify the need for self-care for the Allied Health Professional
Determine the need to for malpractice insurance as it relates to the practice of dental hygiene
Recognize mental health as a multifaceted public health issue
Discuss mandatory reporting
Identify various suture techniques used in oral surgery
Demonstrate skills in suicide prevention
Provide student feedback on the dental hygiene program through an anonymous survey

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

provide quality, evidence-based, safe, and ethical entry level patient care, and patients/clients will be satisfied with the services rendered
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: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30