Dentistry
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code: DIS425
Course Name: Cross Infection Control in Dentistry
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
1
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requirement:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Necessary
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. SÜLEYMAN BOZKAYA
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. Süleyman BOZKAYA
Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives:
Course Content:

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Defines the basic concepts of infection and infection control.
2) Explains the cross infection.
3) Defines infection control in dentistry.
4) Defines infectious diseases and vaccination in dentistry.
5) Defines sterilization and disinfection applications.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic concepts in Infection Control, Hand cleaning, Hand flora, Hand washing, antiseptic hand washing, When should hands be washed? How should hands be washed?
2) Basic concepts in Infection Control, Hand cleaning, Hand flora, Hand washing, antiseptic hand washing, When should hands be washed? How should hands be washed?
3) Cross-infection, Infection chain, Cross-infection transmission routes in dentistry, Infection control and basic principles in dentistry, Personal protection methods in infection control
4) What should be considered when using gloves? Operations that require the wearing of sterile gloves, Operations that require the wearing of non-sterile disposable gloves
5) Infectious diseases and vaccination in dentistry, Transmission routes of communicable diseases, Which vaccines should be applied in dentists and auxiliary personnel? Viral hepatitis
6) Infectious diseases and vaccination in dentistry, Transmission routes of communicable diseases, Which vaccines should be applied in dentists and auxiliary personnel? Viral hepatitis
7) Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcal Aureus (MRSA) Infection, Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus (VRE) Infections, Tight contact isolation
8) Sharp object injuries
9) Sterilization and disinfection, Central sterilization unit (CSU)
10) Sterilization process, Pressurized steam sterilization, Placement of autoclaved materials and instruments, Use of autoclave flash program, Dry air sterilization
11) Stages to be considered in dentistry clinics, Points to be considered in preclinical applications
12) Considerations in laboratory applications, Laboratory acceptance areas
13) Patient and unit preparation, Infection control in radiology
14) Dental unit water systems, Hospital / practice cleaning, Medical wastes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Medium 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To have advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources containing up-to-date information in the field. 2
2) To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field. 2
3) To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to define and analyze problems, to develop solutions based on research and evidence by using advanced knowledge and skills in the field. 2
4) To be able to inform the relevant persons and institutions on the issues related to the field; to be able to convey their thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing. 2
5) To be able to share with experts and non-experts, by supporting with quantitative and qualitative data, thoughts and solution suggestions for problems related to the field. 2
6) Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which they live with the awareness of social responsibility. 3
7) Being able to critically evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field 2
8) Ability to identify learning needs and direct learning 3
9) Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning 2
10) To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results of the data related to the field. 2
11) To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety. 3
12) Being able to carry out an advanced study in the field independently 2
13) To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member in order to solve unforeseen complex problems encountered in applications related to the field. 1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Anlatım
Course
Soru cevap/ Tartışma

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Aktiviteye Hazırlık Aktivitede Harçanan Süre Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre Workload
Course Hours 14 1 14
Study Hours Out of Class 14 1 14
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 30