ADED239C: Concepts of Risk Management

Category
Allied Dental Education
Credits 2 Lab/Practicum/Clinical Hours 0 Lecture Hours 2
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Description

This course will orient the student to management of a medical condition/emergency, and dental record documentation. Risk management and legal aspects of dentistry as related to emergency care are also included.

Prerequisites

Students are required to pass prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher. Exceptions apply; please consult your department chair.
Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Describe major areas of risk management to include communication, accurate and complete documentation, informed consent as well as legal aspects of dental assisting to maintain high standards of clinical excellence.
  2. Perform treatment modifications for patients with medical and/or physical challenges including mobility, cognition, hearing, vision, and self-care.
  3. Identify signs and symptoms of medical diseases and provide the proper treatment to patients in clinical practice.
  4. Identify a medical emergency based on the signs and symptoms exhibited by the patient and effectively manage the situation utilizing a team approach to provide appropriate emergency treatment and referral to the Emergency Medical Service.