DENA1000 — Introduction to Dental Assisting
DENA 1000 - Introduction to Dental Assisting DENA 1000 - Introduction to Dental Assisting Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab 2 Course Description: This introductory course explores the roles of Certified Dental Assistant and Licensed Dental Assistant. Topics include professional development activities, medical emergencies in the dental office, how to care for the medically and physically compromised patient, microbiology, and disease transmission concepts and prevention. This course provides the opportunity to explore safety measures in the dental clinic and laboratory, use of dental materials, instruments, and equipment. Students must be able to perform physical tasks to complete course requirements and pass Department of Human Services background study with no restrictions. Acceptance in the Dental Assisting Program is required. MnTC Goals None describe the methods of disease transmission. describe infectious diseases of concern to the dental health professional. explain common medical and dental emergencies. describe strategies to address the needs of medically and physically compromised patients. identify dental instruments, handpieces, and equipment in the clinic. safely handle, store, and dispose of hazardous waste. identify and manipulate various gypsum products. Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC): Goals and Competencies Competency Goals (MnTC Goals 1-6) None Theme Goals (MnTC Goals 7-10) None Courses and Registration
Prerequisites: ENGL1020, COMM1021, COMM1031, COMM1041, COMM1051