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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit builds on the knowledge gained in the DENT3001-3002 Body Systems 1-2 units in Semester 1. It provides students with further essential knowledge of medical sciences that is required for dental practice. Aspects of general medicine, infections, infectious diseases, the management of common medical emergencies during dental treatment, infection prevention and control will be covered. This unit will also include the principles of pharmacology, the use of drugs in dental practice, how drugs can affect the delivery of dental care to patients.
Professional Behaviour:
Please refer to the Dental School Handbook and Dental Board of Australia Code of Conduct.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Non-standard teaching period UWA (Perth) On-campus -
The timetable for this teaching period is not currently available. Please see the Important Dates page for the timetable release date and other key date information.
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) explain the clinical signs, symptoms and pathogenesis of systemic conditions relevant to dental practice; (2) explain the pathogenicity and virulence of micro-organisms, the sources of infection and routes of transmission, and the role of vaccines in infectious (communicable) diseases; (3) apply the principles of infection prevention and control in dental practice, including when treating patients with communicable diseases; (4) explain the measures required to manage systemic medical conditions during dental treatment; (5) explain the most common medical emergencies in dental practice and their management; (6) explain the principles of drug delivery, drug metabolism, and related pharmacological aspects, and discuss how various drugs may influence dental practice and how these effects can be managed; (7) explain the common medications used in dental practice including their indications, contra-indications and management of adverse reactions; (8) explain the regulatory requirements and demonstrate how to write a prescription; and (9) apply consistent professional, ethical, and respectful behaviour, in accordance with the DMD Student Handbook and the Dental Board of Australia Code of Conduct. This includes maintaining attendance and punctuality, engaging in effective communication, demonstrating accountability, and being responsive to feedback. Meeting these expectations is a mandatory requirement for successful unit completion..
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written assessments; (2) practical assessments; and (3) professional behaviour (assessed through continuous observation) – pass/fail. Further information is available in the unit outline.
To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the written assessments, practical assessments, and professional behaviour (assessed through continuous observation) – pass/fail components.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Magdalen Foo
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- Successful completion of
- Co-requisites
- Enrolment in
Approved quota: 70—50 domestic and 20 international places - Incidental fees
- Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available "
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):(1) Clinical Coat (estimated cost - $80-100)
(2) Safety Glasses (estimated cost - $30.00). - Contact hours
- 4 lectures per week
2 hours practical classes per week
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.