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Complemented by: Diploma in dental nursing, level 3 / Carole Hollins. Third edition. 2014.
List of contents
Introduction vii
How to Use This Book ix
Unit 312: Principles of Infection Control in the Dental Environment Outcome 1 Understand the Process of Infection Control 3
Outcome 2 Understand the Significance of Microorganisms 15
Outcome 3 Understand the Management of Infectious Conditions Affecting Dental Patients 23
Outcome 4 Know the Various Methods of Decontamination 31
Outcome 5 Understand Relevant Health and Safety Legislation Policies and Guidelines 41
Unit 313: Assessment of Oral Health and Treatment Planning Outcome 1 Understand the Various Methods of Dental Assessment 53
Outcome 2 Know the Clinical Assessments Associated with Orthodontics 63
Outcome 3 Understand the Changes That May Occur in the Oral Tissues 71
Outcome 4 Know the Medical Emergencies That May Occur in the Dental Environment 79
Outcome 5 Know the Basic Structure and Function of Oral and Dental Anatomy 87
Unit 314: Dental Radiography Outcome 1 Know the Regulations and Hazards Associated with Ionising Radiation 103
Outcome 2 Know the Different Radiographic Films and Their Uses 111
Outcome 3 Understand the Imaging Process and the Different Chemicals Used 119
Outcome 4 Understand the Importance for Stock Control of Radiographic Films 129
Unit 315: Scientific Principles in the Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Procedures Outcome 1 Know the Common Oral Diseases 139
Outcome 2 Understand the Methods for the Prevention and Management of Oral Diseases 151
Outcome 3 Know How to Manage and Handle Materials and Instruments during Dental Procedures 163
Outcome 4 Understand the Purpose and Stages of Different Dental Procedures 183
Index 193
About the author
Carole Hollins is a dental practitioner and member of the British Dental Association. She is a member of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners and a former Chairman of the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses. Previous Chairman of both the National Certificate Committee and the Qualifications Council, Carole has been involved in the training and examining of dental nurses for over 20 years.
Summary
Questions and Answers for Diploma in Dental Nursing, Level 3 is a comprehensive revision guide for dental nurses preparing for the written examination of the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing (formerly NVQ).
