1.
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Describe the contemporary history of dental auxiliaries relating to
the development of educational and licensure standards for dental
hygienists and the development of the dental hygiene profession. (I)
(II)
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2.
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Describe the elements involved in the movement toward team health
care. (I)
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3.
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Differentiate between licensure, certification, accreditation, and
registration as they relate to the dental profession. (II)
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4.
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Identify the legal considerations of dental hygiene practice with
emphasis on unethical and illegal conduct and malpractice. (III) (IV)
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5.
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Describe major elements of the legal practice of dental hygiene in the
United States, with emphasis on the Arizona State Dental Practice Act.
(III)
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6.
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Describe the operation and function of the Arizona State Board of
Dental Examiners and Western Regional Examining Board. (III)
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7.
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Analyze and apply the Arizona Statutes to the daily role of the dental
hygienist in an Arizona practice. (III)
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8.
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Problem solve ethical questions to the satisfaction of
himself/herself. (IV)
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9.
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Evaluate the importance of ethical codes and their value to health
professions. (IV)
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10.
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Describe the role of the professional organizations with emphasis on
the role of the American Dental Hygienists' Assocation. (V)
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11.
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Describe various aspects of dental hygiene practice regarding
interpersonal work relationships and patient/client/practitioner
relationships. (IV) (VI) (VII)
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12.
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Organize and prepare a concise and effective resume. (VI)
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13.
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Describe and demonstrate the skills commonly used in completing a job
interview. (VI)
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14.
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Describe and evaluate the career options available for dental
hygienists. (VI)
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15.
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Describe and analyze the merits and drawbacks of the employment
contract. (VI)
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16.
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Describe the role of dental hygienist as a change agent. (III) (VII)
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17.
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Describe and evaluate various types of computer software utilized in
the management of a dental practice. (VII)
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18.
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Describe and evaluate comparative costs of dental hygiene practice
within a dental practice to include the cost of supplies, equipment,
and other overhead expenses. (VII)
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