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Mosby's Textbook of Dental Nursing E-Book

Mosby's Textbook of Dental Nursing E-Book

Mary Miller | Crispian Scully | Margaret Seward

(2011)

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Abstract

This Elsevier title is a Pageburst product which provides you with the printed volume PLUS an e-book. Pageburst (formerly Evolve eBooks) allows you to quickly search the entire book, make notes, add highlights, and study more efficiently. Buying other Pageburst titles makes your learning experience even better: all of the eBooks will work together on your electronic 'bookshelf' so that you can search across your entire electronic library.

Mosby’s Textbook of Dental Nursing is a brand new comprehensive learning resource which contains everything a dental nurse needs to know to perform safely and effectively in the clinical environment. Prepared by leading authorities in the field, this book is ideal for candidates sitting the National Diploma in Dental Nursing or City and Guilds qualifications in Dental Nursing, as well as serving as a ready reference for fully qualified dental nurses and therapists in the hospital, community or general practice setting.

  • Designed specifically for pre-registration dental nurses
  • Prepared by authors of international renown
  • Ideal for the National Diploma in Dental Nursing as well as City and Guilds qualifications
  • An easy-to-read format to aid learning
  • Over 150 illustrations and photographs bringing the subject to life!
  • ‘Terms to learn’ boxes providing useful word definitions on the spot
  • ‘Key points’ boxes highlighting core messages to be remembered
  • ‘Identify and learn’ boxes to help you transfer your knowledge into the workplace
  • Completely up-to-date with links to relevant websites

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Front Cover Cover
Mosby's Textbook of Dental Nursing iii
Copyright iv
Contents v
Foreword vii
Preface ix
Editorial Board xi
Acknowledgements xiii
How to Use the Book xv
Introduction xvii
Clinical Duties xvii
Clerical Duties xviii
The Three 'Cs' xviii
Chapter 1: Health and Safety, Occupational Hazards and Infection Control in the Dental Workplace 1
1.1 Health and Safety and Occupational Hazards 1
1.2 Infection Control 21
Chapter 2: Medical Emergenciesand First Aid in theDental Surgery 45
Introduction 45
Risk Assessment 45
Medical History 45
Managing a Medical Emergency 48
Role of the Dental Nurse in a Medical Emergency 48
The Emergency Kit 48
Basic Life Support 50
Managing Specific Emergency Situations 53
First Aid 63
Chapter 3: Law and Ethics 67
3.1 Regulation of Dental Nursing in the UK, Scope of Practice, Training and Qualifications 67
3.2 Ethical Practice In Dental Nursing 78
Chapter 4: Anatomy and Physiology 99
4.1 General Anatomy and Physiology 99
4.2 Dental Anatomy and Physiology 116
Chapter 5: Oral Disease 137
Introduction 137
Diseases of the Teeth 137
Periodontal Disease (Gingivitis and Periodontitis) 145
Mucosal Problems 147
Salivary Problems 150
Diseases of the Jaws (Bone) 151
Pain 152
Halitosis 153
Chapter 6: Patient Care andSpecial Groups 157
6.1 Patient Care: Diagnosis and Management 157
6.2 Special Groups and Minority Issues 165
Chapter 7: Oral Health Needs, Treatment Planning and Appointments 179
Introduction 179
Patient Record Cards 179
Terminology 180
Dental Charting 182
National Health Service (NHS) Treatment 188
Overseas Patients 189
Referral Procedures 191
Appendix 7.1 192
Chapter 8: Oral Health Promotion 193
Introduction 193
Dental Recall Guidelines 193
The Oral Health Message 194
Fissure Sealing 206
Scaling, Polishing and Root Planing 206
Oral Health Procedures for Children 207
Prevention of Other Oral Disease 208
Summary 210
Chapter 9: Restorative Procedures and Materials 211
What is Restorative Dentistry? 211
Overview of the Role of the Dental Nurse in Restorative Procedures 211
Dental Impressions 212
Treatment of Caries 216
Repairing Damaged or Diseased Teeth – Making a Restoration 216
Dental Cements 219
Dental Restorations 220
Dental Implants 227
Dentures 228
Management of Pulp Disease (Endodontics) 232
Gingival and Periodontal Disease Treatment (Periodontal Treatment) 235
Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Dental Treatments 236
Referral 237
Chapter 10: Surgical Procedures 239
Introduction 239
Consent 240
Surgical Procedures 240
Surgical Operations: Safeguards 244
The Role of a Dental Nurse in Oral Surgery 245
Extraction of Teeth (Exodontia) 246
Odontogenic Infections 251
Odontogenic Cysts 251
Preparation Before Surgery 251
Day Care (Day-Stay) Surgery 253
In-Patient Care 255
Post-Operative Complications 262
Discharge of Hospital Patients 264
Urgent Hospital Admission of the Dental Patient 265
Referral 266
Chapter 11: Correction of Malocclusion: Orthodontics 267
Introduction 267
Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need 268
Malocclusions 268
Orthodontic Assessment 270
The Timing of Orthodontic Treatment 270
Orthodontic Treatment 271
Dental Orthopaedics 276
Orthognathic Surgery 277
Cleft Lip and Palate 278
Malocclusion and Referral 279
Chapter 12: Dental Drugs, Materials, Instruments and Equipment 281
Introduction 281
Dental Drugs and Products 281
Drug Safety 287
Dental Materials 289
Using Dental Equipment 302
Chapter 13: Pain and Anxiety Control 305
Introduction 305
Precautions in Use of Drugs for Anxiety and Pain Control 305
Anaesthesia and Sedation 306
Local Anaesthesia 307
Conscious Sedation 312
General Anaesthesia 319
Hypnosis 320
Chapter 14: Dental Imaging 321
Introduction 321
Definitions and Basics of Radiography 321
Radiation Hazards 321
Types of Dental Radiograph 322
Other Types of Imaging Used in Dentistry 326
Ultrasound Scans 326
Magnetic Resonance Images 326
Photography 326
Processing Radiographs 327
Faults in Radiograph Exposure and/orProcessing 327
Digital Radiography 328
Radiation Safety 330
Minimise Radiographs Taken and the Exposure 330
Take and Develop Films Correctly 330
COLLIMATION 331
Maintain Radiation Equipment Carefully 331
Keep Well Away from the X-ray Source 331
Use the Fastest Films 331
Use of Intensifying Screens 332
Consent and Quality Assurance 332
Radiography and Pregnancy 332
Legal Aspects 333
Legislation Applying 333
IRR and IR(ME)R 2000 333
IR(ME)R REFERRER 333
IR(ME)R PRACTITIONER 333
IR(ME)R OPERATOR 334
RADIATION PROTECTION ADVISER (RPA) 334
Staff Exposure To X-Rays 335
Personal Monitoring 335
Training 336
X-Ray Tube Voltage, Beam Size and Filtration, and Distance Control 337
Exposure Control 337
Chapter 15: Communication 341
Working with Patients 341
Communication 341
Notions of Modesty 342
Touching Patients 343
Interpreting 344
Teamworking 345
The GDC's Definition of Roles of the Various UK Professionalsin the Dental Care Team 345
Dental nurses 346
Dentists 347
REGISTERED DENTISTS AND DENTAL SPECIALISTS 347
Clinical Dental Technicians 347
Dental Hygienists 348
Dental Technicians 349
Dental Therapists 350
Orthodontic Therapists 350
Chapter 16: Dental Emergencies 353
Introduction 353
Trauma 353
General Management of a Patient with Trauma 353
Maxillofacial Injuries 354
General Examination 354
Management of Maxillo-Facial Injuries 355
JAW FRACTURES 355
SOFT TISSUE INJURIES 355
INJURIES TO TEETH 356
Avulsed Tooth 356
Bites 357
Pain 357
Pulpitis 357
Periapical Periodontitis 358
Acute Periodontal Abscess 358
Acute Pericoronitis 358
Medical And Surgical Complications 359
Antral Complications 359
Tooth/Root in the Maxillary Antrum 359
Oro -Antral Fistula (OAF) 359
Bleeding 359
Inhaled or Swallowed Foreign Body 359
Pain 360
Wound Infection 360
Dry Socket 361
MANAGEMENT 361
Surgical Emphysema 361
Swelling 361
Trismus 362
Capter 17: Human Diseasesand Health Promotion 363
Healthcare-Associated Infections 379
Dental Implications 379
Index 405
Hepatitis 379
Prevention 380
Management 380
Herpesvirus Infections 380
Management 381
HIV/AIDS 381
Development of the Disease 381