Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTDP606C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Insert and issue a completed removable dental prosthesis

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTDP606C - Insert and issue a completed removable dental prosthesis
Description This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to insert, alter, and issue a completed removable dental prosthesisClients may be dentate or edentulousAll procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, State/Territory legislative requirements and organisation policy
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability SkillsThe Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged will assist in identifying Employability Skill requirements
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to work in dental prosthetics at advanced diploma level
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Pre-requisite unitsThis unit must be assessed after successful achievement of pre-requisites:HLTDP601C Identify, select and prepare instruments, equipment, materials as requiredHLTDP602C Gather data, conduct a dental prosthetic examination and develop a treatment plan HLTDP603C Take impressionsHLTDP604C Measure and record jaw relationships and select artificial teethHLTDP605C Evaluate a removable dental prosthesis at try-in stageHLTHIN302B Process reusable instruments and equipment in health workHLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare client for procedure
  • Prepare personal protective equipment for the client and members of the dental team
  • Position client correctly for procedure
  • Provide full details of the procedure to the client and/or carer
  • Prepare equipment and materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
       
Element: Check the removable dental prosthesis prior to insertion
  • Decontaminate the completed removable dental prosthesis according to infection control guidelines
  • Remove potential injury causing areas of the prosthesis prior to insertion
  • Interpret advice from laboratory on fitting procedures and potential problems
       
Element: Fit and evaluate the prosthesis
  • Implement aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of infection
  • Position the client comfortably for the procedure
  • Instruct client on participation during the procedure
  • Examine the prothesis for retention and stability
  • Check the fitting surfaces of the appliance and ensure there are no sharp ridges or acrylic pearls
  • Place denture in the mouth and assess that no over-extensions occur along the periphery of the dentures
  • Confirm the occlusal relationships are acceptable
  • Assess aesthetics
  • Assess phonetics
  • Assess client comfort
       
Element: Alter prosthesis
  • Use materials and equipment required to carry out alterations in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Alter the fitting surface when pressure is indicated or when discrepancies to retention and stability are found
  • Add materials to correct major discrepancies, either intra-orally or using a reline technique
  • Adjust occlusion of the prosthesis using occlusal indicator materials where required
  • Complete documentation
       
Element: Evaluate procedure and instruct the client
  • Discuss hygiene and maintenance instructions for the removable dental prosthesis and supporting structures with the client and/or carer
  • Provide advice on necessary follow up treatment to client and/or carer
  • Reach mutual agreement that all outcomes of the treatment have been fulfilled
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 prosthetist's 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 (computer-based) assessment

questions during workplace assessment

written assignments/projects

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

Staff and/or client feedback

Supporting statement of supervisor

Authenticated evidence of relevant work experience and/or formal/informal learning

Role play/simulation

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 and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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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:

Current infection control guidelines

Legal and ethical issues relating to: informed consent, duty of care, confidentiality, disability awareness

Principles of quality assurance and work effectiveness

Relevant occupational health and safety policies and procedures

The rationale and objectives for insertion of completed prostheses

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Consistently prepare clients, environments, instruments and materials for insertion of the completed prosthesis

Consistently assess the functional and aesthetic acceptability of the completed prosthesis

Consistently comply with occupational health and safety procedures

Consistently implement standard precautions

Consistently follow procedures to ensure client safety

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 select and prepare equipment and materials as required for insertion and modification of dental prostheses

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

Consistently demonstrate communication skills as required in fulfilling the job role as specified by the dental practice/organisation including:

acknowledging and responding to a range of views

active listening

asking for clarification from client and/or 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:

planning and organising personal work activities

using available resources

Consistently maintain equipment, instruments and materials

Recognise, respond to and assist with dental and medical emergencies

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Personal protective equipment may include:

Examination gloves that comply with AS/NZS 4011 and surgical gloves that comply with AS/NZS 4179

Footwear to protect from dropped sharps and other contaminated items

Glasses, goggles or face-shields

Gowns and waterproof aprons that comply with AS 3789.2 and AS 3789.3

Guidelines for latex allergic clients and staff

Surgical face masks that comply with AS 4381

Equipment and materials for insertion of a prosthesis may include but is not limited to:

Burs

Examination mirrors

Handpiece

Impression materials

Light cured acrylic

Occlusal indicators

Pressure indicator paste

Self and heat cured acrylic

Waxes

Completed dental prostheses may include:

Additions to existing denture

Complete dentures

Mouthguards

Partial dentures

Relines or rebases

Repairs to existing dentures

Aseptic techniquesmay include:

Cleaning of surfaces and management of spills

Personal hygiene practices especially handwashing

Reprocessing of instruments and equipment between client use

Use of personal protective equipment

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Prepare personal protective equipment for the client and members of the dental team 
Position client correctly for procedure 
Provide full details of the procedure to the client and/or carer 
Prepare equipment and materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions 
Decontaminate the completed removable dental prosthesis according to infection control guidelines 
Remove potential injury causing areas of the prosthesis prior to insertion 
Interpret advice from laboratory on fitting procedures and potential problems 
Implement aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of infection 
Position the client comfortably for the procedure 
Instruct client on participation during the procedure 
Examine the prothesis for retention and stability 
Check the fitting surfaces of the appliance and ensure there are no sharp ridges or acrylic pearls 
Place denture in the mouth and assess that no over-extensions occur along the periphery of the dentures 
Confirm the occlusal relationships are acceptable 
Assess aesthetics 
Assess phonetics 
Assess client comfort 
Use materials and equipment required to carry out alterations in accordance with manufacturer's instructions 
Alter the fitting surface when pressure is indicated or when discrepancies to retention and stability are found 
Add materials to correct major discrepancies, either intra-orally or using a reline technique 
Adjust occlusion of the prosthesis using occlusal indicator materials where required 
Complete documentation 
Discuss hygiene and maintenance instructions for the removable dental prosthesis and supporting structures with the client and/or carer 
Provide advice on necessary follow up treatment to client and/or carer 
Reach mutual agreement that all outcomes of the treatment have been fulfilled 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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