Course Title: Take a clinical photograph
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: DENT5857C
Course Title: Take a clinical photograph
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4407 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Radiography)
Course Contact: Ms. Suzanne Dellas Fatone
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406
Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to take a clinical dental photograph under conditions that can be reproduced.
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.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTDEN014 Take a clinical photograph |
Element: |
1. Prepare patient and interpret the request for photography |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Make accessible in the clean zone of the surgery the patient's necessary charts and records 1.2 Interpret request and provide full details of the procedure to the patient or carer 1.3 Obtain and document consent following ethical and legal requirements 1.4 Prepare accessories for intraoral photography 1.5 Prepare personal protective equipment for the patient and members of the dental team |
Element: |
2. Prepare to take the photograph |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Compose the image so that the most important aspects are in the centre of the photograph 2.2 Orientate the image so that subsequent photos are reproducible 2.3 Locate the image source to be photographed appropriately in the depth of field so that the photograph is in complete focus 2.4 Check the viewfinder to ensure there are no obstructions to the image |
Element: |
3. Take required intraoral views using a standardised approach |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Position the patient so that conditions for photography are reproducible 3.2 Stand in a stable position for standard intraoral views that are reproducible for all photographs 3.3 Select the magnification ratio according to the desired frame and focus 3.4 Frame the image and ensure positioning of retractors and mirrors is correct 3.5 Use appropriate lighting so that the image is not overexposed |
Element: |
4. Take a portrait and profile photograph |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Explain the purpose of the photograph to the patient 4.2 Choose the background colour and texture so that a full assessment of the profile can be made 4.3 Follow guidelines to position the camera and the patient to ensure reproducible results 4.4 Use a vertical format to completely fill the frame 4.5 Take standard dental portrait views that ensure images can be reproduced 4.6 Upload photograph from camera card and store in patient files |
Learning Outcomes
- Prepare patient and interpret the request for photography
- Prepare to take the photograph
- Take required intraoral views using a standardised approach
- Take a portrait and profile photograph
Details of Learning Activities
You will learn through a number of planned activities to meet the requirements of this competency (face to face classes, simulated workplace Learning, online learning, clinical placement and other forms of structured learning). You will be observed and and assessed throughout the duration of the course.
The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role.
There must be evidence that the candidate has:
• taken 50 clinical dental photographs, including intraoral and extraoral images
• stored the resulting image data appropriately.
Teaching Schedule
Delivered in classroom workshops, simulated clinic and clinical placement . Schedules vary from group to group so your schedule will be posted in Canvas
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through myRMIT Canvas and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts.
Overview of Assessment
The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has:
• taken 50 clinical dental photographs, including intraoral and extraoral images
• stored the resulting image data appropriately
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Regular attendance is necessary.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks and consist of theory and practical based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Student Knowledge Assessment
Assessment Task 2 - Student Product Assessment Image Portfolio
Assessment Matrix
The assessment tasks listed in this course guide address all the elements and criteria of the requirements of this course.
Other Information
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