HLTDEN026 — Take an impression for study models

1 Assess the patient.

• 1.1Confirm patient’s medical history and review with dental practitioner.
• 1.2Provide full details of the procedure to patient or carer.
• 1.3Obtain and document consent adhering to ethical and legal requirements.
• 1.4Select equipment and instruments for the impression.
• 1.5Prepare personal protective equipment for patient and members of the dental team.

2 Select appropriate impression tray.

• 2.1Check position of the dental chair and patient for the procedure.
• 2.2Impression tray for size and modify as required to ensure accuracy and comfort.
• 2.3Instruct patient on participation during the procedure.
• 2.4Follow infection control procedures during the procedure.

3 Prepare impression material.

• 3.1Select impression material in accordance with desired outcome.
• 3.2Mix the impression material to correct consistency and quantity required according to manufacturers’ instructions.

4 Perform impression-taking procedure.

• 4.1Implement standard precautions during impression-taking.
• 4.2Remove saliva from the occlusal surfaces.
• 4.3Load tray with an appropriate amount of impression material and seat the tray from the back using gentle pressure.
• 4.4Ensure the impression extends to and surrounds dental hard tissue structures.
• 4.5Ensure the impression has adequate extension into the buccal sulcus and vestibule.
• 4.6Carry out muscle trimming after seating the impression.
• 4.7Monitor and reassure the patient throughout the procedure including gag reflex.
• 4.8Remove the impression when set.
• 4.9Examine patient’s mouth for injury and impression material debris following removal of the impression.
• 4.10Restore patient’s comfort and appearance.

5 Assess the impression.

• 5.1Assess the quality of the impression for the required study model.
• 5.2Identify common impression-taking problems.
• 5.3Document details of the procedure in accordance with organisational policies.

6 Decontaminate the impression.

• 6.1Implement standard precautions during impression-taking.
• 6.2Rinse the impression or denture in cold running tap water to remove all traces of saliva and blood.
• 6.3Clean the impression in a suitable solution.
• 6.4Rinse the impression until all visible contamination is removed.
• 6.5Identify and correctly label impression and record procedure.

What does an assessment tool for HLTDEN026 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTDEN026 needs to address all 53 unit components: 6 elements with 29 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 23 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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