HLTDEN023 — Produce a prescribed dental radiographic image

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What an assessment for HLTDEN023 must cover

50 assessable components: 4 elements (18 performance criteria), 7 performance evidence and 25 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Position patient to obtain image.

1.1Implement and maintain radiation safety measures for the patient, practitioner and others throughout the procedure.
1.2Correctly position patient according to the radiographic receptor unit used.
1.3Ensure that communication with patient can be maintained after positioning.

2 Position dental radiographic receptor.

2.1Select exposure variables on the dental radiographic unit for an intraoral or extraoral image according to manufacturers’ instructions, procedure and patient requirements.
2.2Select radiographic technique for an intraoral or extraoral image prescribed by dental practitioner for the oral structure under investigation.
2.3Position receptor and adjust setting according to the prescribed request and patient’s requirements.
2.4Select and use locating devices or guides to apply the correct horizontal and vertical planes for the radiograph.
2.5Use accessories when required, according to manufacturers’ instructions.

3 Operate radiographic imaging equipment safely to produce an intraoral or an extraoral image.

3.1Operate intraoral or extraoral radiographic equipment according to manufacturers’ instructions and legislative requirements for the safe use of radiation.
3.2Ensure the patient remains visible throughout the procedure to observe positioning and safety precautions and expose the X-ray.
3.3Remove the exposed intraoral dental radiographic receptor carefully from the mouth.
3.4Separate the receptor and barrier sleeve when required.
3.5Confirm that digital image is displayed correctly.
3.6Ensure the image is attached to the correct patient file.

4 Process and provide quality assurance for the exposed dental image.

4.1Process and view the image correctly.
4.2Identify and correct artefacts.
4.3Identify and critique errors in imaging technique to optimise exposure times for each individual patient.
4.4Store de-identified images according to organisational policies and procedures.

Performance evidence

produce and critique 30 diagnostic standard dental radiographic de-identified images in a simulated workplace environment including:
applying safe work practices for dental radiography work:
following standard and additional precautions
operating a radiographic unit correctly
safely using radiation in dentistry
at least 20 of the above images must be intraoral radiographic de-identified images taken on a minimum of ten different people, demonstrating skills in periapical (PA) and bitewings (BW)
the remaining ten images must be extraoral radiographic de-identified images taken on a minimum of ten different people.

Knowledge evidence

national and State or Territory legal and ethical requirements and considerations for dental assisting work relevant to radiography, and how these are applied in organisations and in individual practice including:
codes of practice and safety guides:
radiation protection in dentistry
safe use of radiation
duty of care
informed consent and statutory requirements of consent
current Dental Board of Australia (DBA) and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) guidelines and practice standards
privacy, confidentiality and disclosure
radiation user licence
records management
rights and responsibilities of workers, employers and patients
work role boundaries, including responsibilities and limitations
work health and safety
dental radiographic imaging techniques and the reasons for selection of each technique
features, characteristics and range of movements of dental radiographic equipment associated with intraoral and extraoral radiographic images
radiographic appearance of anatomic landmarks, normal dentition and associated bony structures for intraoral and extra-oral radiographs.
radiographic appearance of dental anomalies and common oral pathological conditions
sources for processing and technique inaccuracies and methods to minimise errors
requirements for personal wearable radiation monitoring devices that measures radiation exposure levels including:
its significance
where on the body the device is to be worn
when and where they are required to be worn
when they need replacing.
correct orientation for display of images
procedures for labelling and storage of radiographic images in accordance with organisation policies.

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What does an assessment tool for HLTDEN023 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTDEN023 needs to address all 50 unit components: 4 elements with 18 performance criteria, 7 performance evidence requirements, 25 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for HLTDEN023?

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