2nd Semester Notebook First Page (write the word Disease at the top of the page) 2nd page – Write Table of Contents at the top. Put a Table of Contents Tab on this page Turn 5 pages Number the 6th Page with #1(should be on right side of notebook). Write Information section on this page and put a Class Info Tab. Start numbering the pages. Back of page #1 is page #2 (Even numbers on left side pages and odd numbers on right side pages) Page #11 will be your 2nd Career Unit Page. This is due tomorrow (November 1st) and counts as a quiz grade Page # 13 is Career Unit Grade Sheet Page #14 will be Direct Care Patient Career Game Page #15 will be Dental and EMT Careers Notes (page 1 and 2) Page #16 will be handout on Dentist and Dental Hygienist Page #17 will Dental and EMT Careers Notes (page 3 and 4) Page #18 will be handout on Dental Assistant and EMT Page #19 Blank at this time Page #20 Will be Dentist Communication Activity (Homework) Page #21 Blank at this time Page #22 Will be Dental Hygienist Math Activity (Homework)

Dental and Emergency Workers

Dental Careers Focus on the health of the teeth and soft tissue of the mouth Prevent dental disease Repair or replace diseased or damaged teeth Treat the gingiva and other supporting structures of the teeth

Dental Places of Employment Private dental offices Dental laboratories Dental clinics Dental departments in hospitals Health departments Government agencies

Dentists (DMDs or DDSs) Doctors – examine teeth and mouth tissue to dx and treat disease and abnomalities Perform surgery on teeth, gums, and tissues Try to prevent dental disease Supervises other dental workers Most are entrepreneurs

Dentists Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Education required is 4 year college degree and 4 years of dental school (If specializing – need 2 more years) Earn $84,000 to $200,000 Must have licensure in state of practice

Dentists – Speciality Areas Endodontics – treat root canal conditions Orthodontics – straighen teeth Oral Surgery – operate on teeth, mouth, and jaw Pedodontics – treat children and teens Periodontics – treat diseases of gum and bones around teeth Prosthodontics – replace teeth with dentures, etc.

Dental Hygienists (DHs) Must be surpervised by a dentist Do examinations of teeth and mouth Remove stains and deposits from teeth Expose & develop X-rays Perform preventive treatments Can be entrepreneurs

Dental Hygienists Associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree Need licensure in state of practice Earn $33, 700 - $69,000 a year

Dental Laboratory Technicians (DLT’s) Make and repair dental prosthesis (dentures, crowns, bridges, etc) Work under written orders from dentist Education – 3-4 years on the job or associate degree Need certification Earns $19,400 - $52,600 Some are entrepreneurs

Dental Assistants (DAs) Must be supervised by a dentist Prepare patients for exams Pass instruments Prepare dental materials Take and develop X-rays Teach preventive care Sterilize instruments

Dental Assistants (DA’s) Can schedule appointments and handle accounts Education – 1-3 years on the job or associate degree Licensure or registration needed in some states Can get certification from National Board Earn $15,600 to $31,200

Emergency Medical Services Provide emergency pre-hospital care to victims of accidents, injuries, or sudden illnesses Training offered by fire, police, and health departments, hospitals, vocational schools, and community colleges

Places of Employment Fire & Police Department Rescue Squads Ambulence Services Hospitals or Private Emergency Rooms Urgent Care Centers Industy Emergency Helicopter Services Military

First Responder First person to arrive on the scene Interview and examines victim Calls for emergency medical assistance Provide basic emergency care such as CPR, bleeding control, give O2 Examples (fireman, police, security guards)

First Responder Education – 40 hour approved training program Can get certifciation from National Registry of EMTs Salary depends on person’s regular job

Emergency Medical Technicians Ambulence /Basic (EMT-B) Administers initial treatment for emergencies such as illnesses, shock, burns, wound, bleeding, and fractures Can clear airway obstructions and give O2 Provide basie life support Can help deliver a baby Can rescue trapped victims Can transport victims to medical facility

Emergency Medical Technicians Ambulence /Basic (EMT-B) Education: 110 hours approved EMT program with 10 hrs of ER internship Need state certification Some states require registration by National Registry of EMTs Earn $19,200 - $32,300 a year

Emergency Medical Technicians Defibrillator (EMT-D) Has additional training after becoming an EMT-B. Can administer electrical defibrillation to certain heart attack victims

Emergency Medical Technicians Intermediate (EMT-I) Perform same tasks as EMT-Bs Assess patients Interpret EKGs and administer defibrillation as needed Manage shock Use intravenous (in the veins) equipment Administer some medications Insert esophageal airways

Emergency Medical Technicians Intermediate (EMT-I) Education – EMT-Basic plus at least 35 – 55 hours with clinical experiences State Certification Registration required in some states Earn $21,200 - $40,100

Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic (EMT-P) Perform all basic EMT duties Conduct in-depth patient assessments Provides advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) Interprets EKGs Can do endotracheal intubation Administer more medications Operates monitors and other complex equipment

Emergency Medical Technicians Paramedic (EMT-P) Education – Bachelor Degree Can obtain registration Salary - $32,600 - $70,400

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