2018-2019 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2018-2019 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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DHYG 271 Health Care Foundations (4 credits)


Prereq: Acceptance into the Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene program.

This course introduces the student to the foundational theory, laws and regulations required of all health care employees, but specifically, oral health care employees in Washington State. It includes management of medical emergencies and infection control for the dental hygiene professional. The student’s knowledge of personal, professional and community issues related to HIV disease are outlined as per the core curriculum of the WA State AIDS Omnibus ACT. This course meets state mandated HIV/AIDS curriculum as outlined in WAC 246-12-270 for dental hygiene licensure. It is the first in a series of eight linked courses.



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