Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Minimal changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment including volume and frequency requirements. Removal of pre-requisites. Supersedes HLTDP607D |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to adjust and maintain new and existing dental prostheses for dentate and edentulous patients.
This unit applies to work in dental prosthetics.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements define the essential outcomes |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Examine oral cavity and prosthesis to determine treatment need |
1.1 Review the patient’s medical history 1.2 Decontaminate the removable dental prosthesis according to infection control guidelines 1.3 Assess the patient’s adaptation to the prosthesis 1.4 Determine the procedure that will give desired outcome for the patient and the operator 1.5 Involve the patient or carer in discussions about the procedures, and assist patients to clarify their preferences 1.6 Refer patient to other professionals if necessary |
2. Prepare for the procedure |
2.1 Provide full details to the patient or carer about options and potential risks and benefits 2.2 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements 2.3 Select appropriate materials and equipment for the procedure |
3. Perform procedure |
3.1 Position the patient comfortably for the procedure 3.2 Explain participation required from the patient during the procedure using language that is easily understood 3.3 Carry out procedure in accordance with the treatment plan 3.4 Use equipment for the procedure correctly and in accordance with relevant guidelines 3.5 Prepare materials in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions 3.6 Complete documentation as required |
4. Evaluate procedure and instruct patient |
4.1 Discuss oral hygiene and maintenance instructions of the removable dental prosthesis with the patient or carer 4.2 Provide clear advice on follow up treatment required to patient or carer 4.3 Reach mutual agreement that all outcomes of the treatment have been fulfilled |
Foundation Skills
The Foundation Skills describe those required skills (language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills) that are essential to performance. |
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. |
Unit Mapping Information
No Equivalent Unit
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705