Questions and Answers for Diploma in Dental Nursing, Level 3

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.

• Introduction viiHow to Use This Book ixUnit 312: Principles of Infection Control in the Dental EnvironmentOutcome 1 Understand the Process of Infection Control 3Outcome 2 Understand the Significance of Microorganisms 15Outcome 3 Understand the Management of Infectious Conditions Affecting Dental Patients 23Outcome 4 Know the Various Methods of Decontamination 31Outcome 5 Understand Relevant Health and Safety Legislation Policies and Guidelines 41Unit 313: Assessment of Oral Health and Treatment PlanningOutcome 1 Understand the Various Methods of Dental Assessment 53Outcome 2 Know the Clinical Assessments Associated with Orthodontics 63Outcome 3 Understand the Changes That May Occur in the Oral Tissues 71Outcome 4 Know the Medical Emergencies That May Occur in the Dental Environment 79Outcome 5 Know the Basic Structure and Function of Oral and Dental Anatomy 87Unit 314: Dental RadiographyOutcome 1 Know the Regulations and Hazards Associated with Ionising Radiation 103Outcome 2 Know the Different Radiographic Films and Their Uses 111Outcome 3 Understand the Imaging Process and the Different Chemicals Used 119Outcome 4 Understand the Importance for Stock Control of Radiographic Films 129Unit 315: Scientific Principles in the Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental ProceduresOutcome 1 Know the Common Oral Diseases 139Outcome 2 Understand the Methods for the Prevention and Management of Oral Diseases 151Outcome 3 Know How to Manage and Handle Materials and Instruments during Dental Procedures 163Outcome 4 Understand the Purpose and Stages of Different Dental Procedures 183Index 193