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  • DH 245: Dental Pharm and Pain Mngt

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    2-0-0-2 Familiarizes the dental hygienist with the medications that ptients may be taking and drugs that may be administered in the dental practice. It will also provide insight into the mechansim of drug action and interaction in the body. Anesthetics will be reviewed with a discussion of pain management techniques. The classification of different types of medications with examples and their uses will be discussed. Prereqs: ENGL 102, BIOL 110, DH 165, DH 121, DH 192. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: ENGL 102, BIOL 110, DH 165, DH 121, DH 192.
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  • DH 247: Periodontics

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    4-0-0-4 Encompasses the study of clinical and histological characteristics of normal, pathological and etiological factors of periodontal disease. Emphasis is placed on correlating basic sciences with clinical aspects of perio- dontics. Wound healing, various modes of periodontal therapy including surgical techniques and preventive maintenance will be addressed. Prereqs: ENGL 102, BIOL 110, DH 121, DH 192, DH 165. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: ENGL 102, BIOL 110, DH 121, DH 192, DH 165.
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  • DH 271: Community Dentistry

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    3-0-1-3 This course covers the principles of public health and the role of the dental hygienist in providing health care to the community. Field assignments and community service offer students the opportunity to become familiar with public health care services, to participate in community health care planning and to explore the roles of dental health team members. Prereqs: DH 241, 245, 247, 293, BIOL 241, ENGL 102. Pre/Corequisite: ENGL 115. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: DH 241, 245, 247, 293, BIOL 241, ENGL 102. Pre/Corequisite: ENGL 115.
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  • DH 293: Clin Dental Hygiene III

    6.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    4-0-12-6 This course, a continuation of DH 192, focuses on the concept of dental hygiene total patient care. Emphasis is given to patients with "special needs". A variety of medical emergencies and additional clinical techniques is included. Prereqs: DH 121, DH 165, and DH 192, BIOL 110, ENGL 102, CPR (Health Care Provider) Certification. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: DH 121, DH 165, and DH 192, BIOL 110, ENGL 102, CPR (Health Care Provider) Certification.
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  • DH 294: Dental Hygiene Clinic IV

    6.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    3-1-18-6 Information related to dental hygiene supportive procedures is presented in lecture. Laboratory and clinical competence is achieved on selected supportive procedures. Also discuss- ed are case-based documentation and presentation in prep- aration for the Dental Hygiene National Board. Prereqs: DH 241, 245, 247, 293, and ENGL 102. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: DH 241, 245, 247, 293, and ENGL 102.
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  • DH 295: Clin Dental Hygiene V

    2.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    1-0-8-2 This course, a continuation of Clinical Dental Hygiene IV is designed to prepare the Dental Hygiene student for the working world. Clinical skills are refined to a level of competence, and time management, in conjunction with total patient care, is emphasized. Credentialing requirements and licensing procedures as well as legal and ethical concepts are included as part of the preparation for employment. Resume and cover letter writing are discussed along with the identification of employment preferences. Career directions and the future of Dental Hygiene are also addressed. Prereqs: DH 271, DH 294, and ENGL 115. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: DH 271, DH 294, and ENGL 115.
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  • DIET 106: Nutrition for Healthy Life

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    3-0-0-3 Introduction to the science of nutrition with an emphasis on the application of optimal nutrition for a healthy lifestyle. Presents basic nutrition principles for students to analyze and apply to their nutrition habits. The students will utilize a variety of tools and techniques, including computer applications, to evaluate their lifestyles.
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  • DIET 110: Nutrition Science

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Philadelphia

    3-0-0-3 Understanding of how biochemical, physiological and behavioral science and mathematical concepts can be applied to the study of human nutrition. Study of the six classes of nutrients, their functions, interrelationships and food sources. Guidelines for selecting a health promoting diet and techniques to evaluate adequacy of food intake. This course also introduces students to the dietetic profession, its history and scope of practice. Open only to dietetic students. Pre- or Corequisites: BIOL 109, MATH 118. Prerequisite:    Pre- or Corequisites: BIOL 109, MATH 118.
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