Course Outline for Dental Hygiene 82A
Clinical Experience Seminar I

Effective: Fall 2024
SLO Rev:
Catalog Description:

DHYG 82A - Clinical Experience Seminar I

1.00 Units

Discussion and analysis of case-based clinical situations. Case studies addressing client care, protocol and advanced clinical techniques. Exploration of and education in cultural and linguistic competence.
Corequisite: DHYG 80A.
1240.20 - Dental Hygienist*
Letter Grade Only
Type Units Inside of Class Hours Outside of Class Hours Total Student Learning Hours
Lecture 1.00 18.00 36.00 54.00
Total 1.00 18.00 36.00 54.00
Measurable Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. demonstrate knowledge of how and when to use ultrasonic scaler; demonstrate technique for using ultrasonic scaler on a clinical partner;
  2. communicate professional knowledge verbally and in writing to clients, colleagues and other professionals;
  3. develop and implement methods for effective and successful time management in the clinical setting;
  4. provide problem centered situations relating to student clinical experience and develop methods for effective and successful time management in the clinical setting and record keeping;
  5. develop and implement information to the community regarding the quality and availability of oral hygiene services;
  6. articulate and implement appropriate clinical protocols and demonstrate knowledge of clinic operations thru rotations;
  7. integrate the fundamentals of culturally and linguistically appropriate oral health care and services into patient care services;
  8. articulate treatment protocols for HIV, TB, Hepatitis, Diabetes using CDC Guidelines; identify systemic links;
  9. describe the evolution of and evaluation of scientific guidelines, with a focus on guidelines for the use of dental sealants and Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITRs);
  10. review and describe the evidence supporting partial caries removal; and the efficacy and benefits of Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITRs);
  11. discuss the history of HWPP #172, and the relationship between AB1174 and radiographic decision making, Tele-dentistry, and placement of Interim Therapeutic Restorations;
  12. discuss and determine proper follow-up protocols for post-ITR placement and potential adverse outcomes.
Course Content:
  1. Power scaling
  2. Problem centered situations relating to student clinical experience
  3. Record keeping
  4. Clinic protocol/operation
  5. Cultural and linguitic competency
  6. Case-based presentations
  7. Latest treatment protocols for HIV/TB/Hepatitis/Diabetes/CDC Guidelines/Systemic Links
  8. Science of partial caries removal and Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITRs)
  9. Legal considerations related to a Healthcare Workforce model, Tele-dentistry, Radiographic decision making, and Interim Therapeutic Restorations (ITRs)
  10. Protocols regarding follow-up procedures and potential adverse outcomes for Interim Therapeutic Restorations


Methods of Instruction:
  1. Case presentations
  2. collaborative learning
  3. Guest speaker
  4. Lecture/Discussion
  5. Distance Education
  6. Multi-media material, oral presentations
  7. Peer responses
  8. Role play
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
  1. Complete Pacific Canvas Modules: The science of Partial Caries Removal and Interim Therapeutic Restorations; Legal Considerations; ITR Placement Criteria
  2. Select a method of outreach such as TV advertisement, radio announcement and/or internet or print media and inform the community of the dental hygiene services provided by Chabot College.
  3. Write about your clinical experience each session. Assess the factors that you believe contributed to the success of the session or prevented you from meeting your goals. Indicate how this experience will help you in future clinical sessions.
  4. Research current literature and report on the latest treatment protocols for various medical conditions.
  5. Develop a case presentation for a culture or subculture including facts about the culture or subculture as well as protocols for provding dental hygiene services for the culture or subculture.
  1. Class Participation
  2. Attendance
  3. Discussion
  4. Oral and written presentations
  5. Journal writing
  6. Quizzes
  7. Final Examination
Upon the completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. List and define clinic protocols
  2. Discuss and implement treatment protocols related to: HIV/TB/Hepatitis/Diabetes/CDC Guidelines/Systemic Links; follow-up procedures related to ITRs
  3. Discuss legal considerations related to Tele-dentistry, ITRs and Radiographic decision making
Textbooks (Typical):
  1. Bowen, D. M. & Peiren, J. A. (2023). Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice (5th). Elsevier.
  2. Blue, C. M. (2021). Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene (9th). Mosby.
Abbreviated Class Schedule Description:
Discussion and analysis of case-based clinical situations. Case studies addressing client care, protocol and advanced clinical techniques. Exploration of and education in cultural and linguistic competence.
Corequisite: DHYG 80A.
Discipline:
Dental Technology