DAST 1514: Patient Care Procedures
Effective date
September 2024
Department
Distance Dental Assisting
Description
This introduces the learner to the theoretical foundation for the direct patient care clinical procedures.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Discuss dental diagnostic procedures in relation to CDA practice.
- Discuss restorative procedures in relation to CDA practice.
- Explain coronal polishing procedures.
- Explain preventive procedures in relation to CDA practice.
- Describe post-surgical procedures in relation to CDA practice.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 75
Total Hours: 75
Instructional Strategies
This online course is offered with instructor support via web-based communication, email and a learning management system (LMS). Instructional strategies include but are not limited to case studies, research and online activities.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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45
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Case study assignment
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Quizzes/Tests
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15
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Final Exam
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40
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Course topics
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Restorative Procedures
- Extrinsic Stain Removal
- Preventive Procedures
- Post-Surgical Procedures
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.