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Illustrate how dental imaging technology has progressed since its first use to the ways in which it is used in providing dental health care today
Assessment Strategies
in an oral, written or graphic assessment highlighting the history of dental imaging
Criteria
assessment includes uses, discovery, pioneers, and history of equipment and techniques
assessment is accurate
assessment exhibits correct use of terminology
assessment is neat, well organized, legible (if appropriate), and reflects correct use of Standard English
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Explain how the process of exposing dental images works
Assessment Strategies
by labeling a diagram or identifying parts of an x-ray tube using proper terminology
by presenting a written, oral, or graphic explanation of how the process of exposing images works
by responding to scenarios presenting clinical decisions related to the process of exposing images
by answering questions that require you to apply knowledge about this competency (Your instructor may require several written exams as a part of this course. You will be notified in advance.)
Criteria
identify the parts accurately
explanation includes an accurate representation of the characteristics of x-rays
explanation includes an accurate representation of the basic physics of dental imaging
explanation includes an accurate representation of the biological effects of radiation that occurs during the process of exposing images in the dental healthcare environment
responses to questions about the process of exposing images are accurate and complete
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Apply principles of radiation safety to patient and operator
Assessment Strategies
by preparing to expose images on a manikin in a laboratory setting
by responding to scenarios presenting clinical decisions related to image exposure
by answering questions that require you to apply knowledge about this competency (Your instructor may require several written exams as a part of this course. You will be notified in advance.)
Criteria
check the integrity of the lead apron
obtain the proper prescription for dental images for patient
select safe exposure factors for the patient
utilize techniques that will protect the patient from excess exposure
precautions are implemented for pregnant patients or staff
place PID at safe distance from face
stand at least six feet away from the x-ray unit and perpendicular to the primary ray
incorporate ALARA for radiographic exposures
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Operate the x-ray equipment
Assessment Strategies
in the completion of a role-play on the operation of the x-ray unit and assembling various image receptor holding devices
Criteria
identify each step as you perform it as if you are explaining the process to a patient
position yourself and role-play partner correctly
perform all critical steps in the right order
anticipate procedural steps
employ safety precautions
utilize infection control protocol
wear personal protective equipment
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Select the image receptor for an image
Assessment Strategies
by responding to scenarios that require you to select the appropriate image receptor for a variety of situations
by answering questions that require you to apply knowledge about this competency (Your instructor may require several written exams as a part of this course. You will be notified in advance.)
Criteria
identify the image receptor you would select for each of the scenarios
explain why the image receptor type and size is correct for the given situation
explain the possible consequences of selecting the wrong image receptor
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Produce images of diagnostic quality
Assessment Strategies
in a laboratory setting using dental imaging equipment to produce images of diagnostic quality
by submitting images for evaluation
Criteria
check that equipment is prepared and ready for use
verbalize the processes you perform; identifying the parts, necessary materials, and functions of the dental imaging equipment
errors are corrected and recorded
image meets standards of diagnostic quality
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Manage patients during the imaging process
Assessment Strategies
working with a peer or patient
using the patient management forms provided in the laboratory/clinical setting
Criteria
review health history, checking for contraindications
act courteous, positive, and gentle
explain the procedure to the patient, accurately answering questions
answer patient's safety questions or concerns based on factual, scientific data
modify procedure to ensure patient comfort throughout the imaging process
compensate for gag reflexes
expose images of diagnostic quality
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Use proper infection control procedures while producing images
Assessment Strategies
by using infection control techniques prior to exposure, during exposure, and following exposure on a manikin, peer or patient in a laboratory setting
Criteria
employ proper infection control techniques prior to exposure
employ proper infection control techniques during image receptor exposure
employ proper infection control techniques following exposure
employ proper infection control techniques during processing
do not use references
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Expose bitewing images
Assessment Strategies
by exposing images on a manikin, a peer, or patient in a laboratory setting
by submitting images
Criteria
check the prescription before exposure
record exposure accurately
select the correct armamentarium
position yourself and your patient correctly
perform all critical steps in the correct order
employ radiation safety precautions
utilize infection control protocol
wear personal protective equipment
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Expose periapicals using the paralleling technique
Assessment Strategies
by exposing images on a manikin, a peer, or a patient in a laboratory setting
by submitting images
Criteria
check the prescription before exposure
record exposure accurately
select the correct armamentarium
position yourself and your patient correctly
perform all critical steps in the correct order
employ safety precautions
utilize infection control protocol
wear personal protective equipment
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Expose periapicals and occlusals using the bisecting angle technique
Assessment Strategies
by exposing images on a manikin, a peer, or a patient in a laboratory setting
by exposing an occlusal image on a manikin or role-play patient in a laboratory setting
by submitting images
Criteria
check the prescription before exposure
record exposure accurately
select the correct armamentarium
position yourself and your patient correctly
perform all critical steps in the correct order
employ safety precautions
utilize infection control protocol
wear personal protective equipment
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Illustrate how extraoral images integrate with the use of intraoral images in dentistry
Assessment Strategies
by comparing panoramic, extraoral and three-dimensional digital imaging
working with a group of your peers
in an oral, written, or graphic assessment
Criteria
identify all types of extraoral images
compare similarities and differences of each technique
compare equipment needed for each technique
compare the advantages and disadvantages for each technique
presentation neat, well organized and reflect correct use of Standard English language
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Mount images using anatomical landmarks
Assessment Strategies
by submitting correctly mounted images
by demonstrating optimal viewing conditions
in the lab using given materials and equipment
Criteria
demonstrate methods for mounting
images are mounted at the appropriate point in the process
images are mounted using the recommended method
image integrity is maintained throughout this process
images are labeled accurately and according to required standards
demonstrate optimal viewing conditions and explain the importance of these conditions
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Evaluate images for diagnostic value
Assessment Strategies
by completing a checklist of dental imaging evaluation on a manikin or patient
in a skill demonstration in a clinical/laboratory setting
Criteria
checklist includes all critical errors in the information or process
checklist includes positioning, exposure errors, processing errors
checklist includes recommendations for correcting the identified errors
checklist includes an analysis of the effect of the errors on the diagnostic value
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Interpret dental imaging findings
Assessment Strategies
by interpreting images
without the use of references
Criteria
identify normal anatomy
identify dental caries
identify periodontal disease
identify traumatic injuries
identify periodontal lesions