LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Course Title : Course Number : Days of Course : Time of Course : Credits : Room : NUTRITION

& PHARMACOLOGY DENT- 214 MONDAY & TUESDAY 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 2 A 202

Quarter Instructor Phone Email Office Location Office Hours

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SUMMER 2012 Seema Jain, CDA, RDA, M.A. (425)-739-8368 seema.jain@lwtech.edu A - 306 G By appointment

COURSE CALENDAR

Date Monday: 7/2/12

Nutrition : Lecture Topic Principles of Nutrition The Dental Assistants Role in Nutrition Education Major Food Groups Key Nutrients and Their Primary Functions Role of Carbohydrates in the Diet No class Exam-1 (opens from Sunday 9:00 am till Thursday 9:00 pm) Role of Fats, Proteins, Vitamins and Minerals Understanding the Food Label ;Eating Disorders No class COMPREHENSIVE Online Final Exam (opens from Sunday 9:00 am till Thursday 9:00 pm) Pharmacology : Lecture Topic

Monday: 7/9/12 Monday: 7/16/12 Monday: 7/23/12

Date Tuesday: 7/3/12 Tuesday: 7/10/12 Tuesday: 7/17/12

Tuesday: 7/24/12

Drug Classifications & Principles of Pharmacology Legalities of Drug Usage in Dentistry Major Drugs Used in Dentistry Drugs Classification assignment given No class Exam-1 ((opens from Sunday 9:00 am till Thursday 9:00 pm) Prescription Writing in Dental Office Common Abbreviations Drug classification Assignment due (submit online in the drop box) Routes of Drug Administration Indications & Contraindications for Use of Drugs No Class COMPREHENSIVE Online Final Exam ((opens from Sunday 9:00 am till Thursday 9:00 pm)

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GRADING PROCEDURES / ASSESSMENTS: **70% is required for successful completion of this course. NUTRITION PHARMACOLOGY Project/presentation 15% 1. Online quizzes 10% Exam 1 15% 2. Exam 1 20% Final exam 15% 3. Final exam 20% Online quizzes 5%

LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Course Title : NUTRITION Course Number : DENT - 214 Room No : A - 202 Day & Time of Course : Monday 1:10 - 2:50 PM Quarter : SUMMER 2012 Lecture Instructor : Seema Jain, CDA, RDA, M.A. Phone : (425) 739 - 8368 Email : seema.jain@lwtech.edu Office Location : A - 306 G Office Hours : By Appointment ______________________________________________________________________________ PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of DENT 112, DENT 113, DENT 114, DENT 117, DENT 127, DENT 131, DENT 133, DENT 136 & DENT 137 or instructor permission. COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course builds on the aspects of the health/disease continuum. Studies in Nutrition and Biochemistry give the student an understanding of a significant factor for health and wellness. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course the student will be able to: 1. Discuss concepts and principles of nutrition. 2. Discuss nutrition promotion and counseling. Cooperative and collaborative learning skills are used while collecting data for presentation and completing projects. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: 1. Explain why the study of nutrition is important to the dental assistant. 2. Describe the role of different food groups in the diet. 3. List the six areas of the food guide pyramid. 4. Discuss the meaning of recommended dietary (daily) allowance. 5. Recognize the signs of eating disorders. 6. Discuss the requirements for labeling food products. 7. Explain the major food groups REQUIRED TEXT: MODERN DENTAL ASSISTING - Torres and Ehrlich, Doni Bird & Debbie Robinson MDA Chapter 16 3

LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Course Title Course Number Room No Day & Time of Course Quarter : : : : : PHARMACOLOGY DENT - 214 A - 202 Tuesday 1:10 - 2:50 PM SUMMER 2012

Lecture Instructor : Seema Jain, CDA, RDA, MA Phone : (425) 739 - 8368 Email : seema.jain@lwtech.edu Office Location : A - 306 G Office Hours : By Appointment ______________________________________________________________________________ PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of DENT 112, DENT 113, DENT 114, DENT 117, DENT 127, DENT 131, DENT 133, DENT 136 and DENT 137 or instructor permission. COURSE OBJECTIVES / COMPETENCIES: On completion of this course the student should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of pharmacology by: 1. Defining pharmacology 2. Explaining the functions of the Controlled Substances Act and its five schedules 3. Describing drug abuse 4. Discussing methods to avoid drug abuse (dental personnel and patients) 5. Recognizing frequently used Latin abbreviations 6. Writing example prescriptions and adhering to the standard format 7. Charting the prescriptions for dental clinic patients 8. Listing and describing the different routes for drug administration 9. Suggesting methods for drug handling and storage 10. Describe csommonly prescribed medications and their effects on dentistry 11. Describing the proper administration of nitrous oxide Critical thinking skills used in application of knowledge for patient care assignment determining alterations to care because of medication list. REQUIRED TEXT: MODERN DENTAL ASSISTING -Torres and Ehrlich, Doni Bird & Debbie Robinson Covered MDA Chapter 30 & 37

ANGEL LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: It is expected that students will log on to Angel LMS regularly to check for announcements, notes & do assignments. Students MUST have access to computer and the internet outside of class at least two times a week to access these materials. The college library and student lab on campus do provide access to Angel LMS. ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION POLICY: As adult learners, it is expected that 100% attendance will be maintained for all lectures. You are required to call my office or email me by if you are unable to attend DENT-214 lecture class. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with a classmate to pick up extra lecture notes. Information about tardiness and absenteeism will be relayed to the prospective employers requesting information about former students. Active participation in in-class quizzes and individual small group activities during class will contribute to your final grade. CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS: Please do your best to treat others with courtesy and respect. Avoid talking when instructor or another student has the floor. Practice good listening skills. Avoid disruptive behavior. ***Cell Phones: Cell phone use is not allowed in the classroom. MAKE-UP PROCEDURES: Examinations / ANGEL LMS assignments may be made-up only by special arrangement at the instructors discretion. If the student fails to arrange for a make-up exam on the first day back, he/she forfeits the right to take the exam. ***No make-up for the FINAL EXAM.

SUPPORT SERVICES FOR LEARNING: Open computer lab Tutoring /Academic Skills Center Writing Center Library Media Center

T413 (425) 739-8100 Ext.563 T217 (425) 739-8100 Ext.656 T217 (425) 739-8100 ext. 656 T213 (425) 739-8320

EMERGENCY INFORMATION: School closures: Check local radio stations and/or www.schoolreport.org in the event of weather or other possible closures. ***Check STUDENT HANDBOOK for important resources & LWTC policies. ***Check DENTAL ASSISTING STUDENT HANDBOOK for important Dental Department policies.