DHYG-320
Pharmacology for Hygiene
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CREDITS:
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3
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LENGTH:
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15 weeks
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REQUISITES:
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Pre-Requisites: DHYG-220, DHYG-260, DHYG-265, DHYG-280, DHYG-286, DHYG-290, BIO-270 and DHYG-275 or DHYG-276 minimum B-
Co-Requisites: DHYG-300, DHYG-305, DHYG-315, DHYG-325
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DESCRIPTION:
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This course will provide learners with the knowledge and the concepts of pharmacology related to the general health of patients for the provision of dental hygiene care. Emphasis will be on drugs that are commonly used or that affect dentistry. The learner will become acquainted with the origins, physical and clinical properties, modes of administration, side effects and interactions of medications. Common naturopathic supplements will also be examined. Learners will apply their knowledge of pharmaceuticals to the dental hygiene practice.
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Course Schedule
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