Dental Implications of Adolescent Pregnancy
COURSE NUMBER: 463
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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The most prevalent medico-social issues facing adolescents are pregnancy, substance abuse and eating disorders. This course is intended to help the dental professional identify and manage adolescent pregnancy issues and their dental implic...
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Overview
The most prevalent medico-social issues facing adolescents are pregnancy, substance abuse and eating disorders. This course is intended to help the dental professional identify and manage adolescent pregnancy issues and their dental implications.
Besides struggling with physical changes to their bodies, adolescents must deal with emotional, psychological and social problems at school, home and among peers. Instead of worrying about acne, finding a date for the prom or making a team, they now face more pressing issues of choosing a career, acceptance into college and a more competitive job market. Additionally, the issues of cyberbullying and social acceptance may lead them to coping behaviors resulting in life-threatening and life-changing concerns with associated dental implications.
The most prevalent medico-social issues facing adolescents are pregnancy, substance abuse and eating disorders. This course is intended to help the dental professional identify and manage adolescent pregnancy issues and their dental implications.
Intended Audience:
Dental Assistants, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dentists, Dental Assistant Students
Date Course Online:
Mar 30, 2015
Last Revision Date:
Dec 31, 2000
Course Expiration Date:
Sep 29, 2018
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Identify the risk factors and complications linked to adolescent pregnancy.
- Identify the physiological changes in the pregnant female.
- Discuss oral health care with the pregnant patient.
- Understand informed consent as it relates to the pregnant adolescent patient.
- Learn the guidelines for minimizing the potential teratogenic effects of drugs and x-rays to the pregnant patient and during postpartum breastfeeding.
- Treat the pregnant patient safely and comfortably.
Disclaimers
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy. Note: Registration is required to take test.
Submission Information
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
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