This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes knowledge of

Applied oral anatomy

dentition arrangement of the teeth naming and coding of teeth

structures of the oral cavity hard and soft palate lateral and posterior borders of the oral cavity tongue and floor of the mouth

teeth form and function

Dental and medical records and charts including

confidentiality of client records

FDI notation and Palmer notation systems and charting symbols for tooth surfaces cavities and other dental problems

informed consent

items that constitute a dental record

knowledge of correct dental terminology and how it is used in dental charting

privacy principles

the purpose and requirements for maintaining accurate records of examination treatments materials used and drugsmedicaments prescribed

the purpose of study casts and the materials used in their construction

the reasons for taking radiographs and photograph

Fundamental knowledge of oral pathology including

benign lesions of bone

dental caries and periodontal disease

infectious diseases including bacterial fungal and viral infections

inflammation

oral cancer

physical injuries to soft tissue including burns and ulceration

physical injuries to the teeth including erosion attrition and abrasion

reactive connective tissue including hyperplasia

regeneration and repair

Components of intraoral and extraoral examination

Cultural issues which may affect dental examinations and treatment

Disability awareness and social justice principles

Factors that may influence dental management plan general physical characteristics

Infection control policies and procedures

Normal variance of structure and function of dental prosthetic devices

Occlusion in relation to removable dental prosthetic treatment

WHS policies and procedures

Procedures and rationale for referral

Quality treatment modalities and fostering of reflective learning practices for all staff

Rationale for the removable dental prosthetic examination

Relevant current legislation including registration and insurance

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Consistently prepare clients environments instruments and materials for prosthetic examination

Consistently comply with WHS procedures

Consistently implement standard precautions

In addition the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes the ability to

Consistently apply standard and additional precautions during all prosthetic procedures

Consistently demonstrate interpersonal skills when relating to people from a range of social cultural and religious backgrounds and physical and mental abilities

Consistently make accurate complete and legal records of the clients personal medical and dental information

Consistently perform extraoral removable dental prosthetic examination

Consistently perform intraoral removable dental prosthetic examination

Consistently recognise healthy oral tissue and identify a departure from normal physical and radiographic appearance

Consistently demonstrate communication skills as required in fulfilling the job role as specified by the dental practiceorganisation including

acknowledging and responding to a range of views

active listening

asking for clarification from client andor carer

asking questions

negotiation

Consistently deal with conflict

Consistently work with others and display empathy with client and relatives

Consistently use problem solving skills required including

selecting and preparing instruments equipment and materials as required for specific removable dental prosthetic procedure

using available resources

Recognise respond to and assist with dental and medical emergencies

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit

Consistent compliance with infection control guidelines Australian and New Zealand Standards and legislative requirements as they relate to the dental prosthetists specific job role

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of workplace situations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Where for reasons of safety access to equipment and resources and space assessment takes place away from the workplace simulations should be used to represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Method of assessment

Evidence of essential knowledge and understanding may be provided by

traditional or online computerbased assessment

questions during workplace assessment

written assignmentsprojects

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Staff andor client feedback

Supporting statement of supervisor

Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience andor formalinformal learning

Role playsimulation

Access and equity considerations

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Client information may include:

Relevant guidelines or legislation may include but is not limited to:

Prosthetic assessment may include:

Specific needs may include but are not limited to: