2020-2021 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    Dec 21, 2024  
2020-2021 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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DHYG 271 Healthcare Foundations (4 credits)



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

Course Description
This course introduces the student to the foundational theory, laws and regulations required of all healthcare employees, but specifically, oral healthcare employees in Washington (WA) state. It includes management of medical emergencies and infection control for the dental hygiene professional, and personal, professional and community issues related to disease transmission.



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