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 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