Oral care is an important task included in the daily activity of grooming. However, it is often an aspect of care that does not get the attention it deserves. This course will discuss the importance of oral care as well as the procedure involved. You will also learn about barriers to oral hygiene commonly experienced by individuals with IDD.
This activity is approved for 0.25 contact hours.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Oral Care
Importance of Oral Care
Oral Hygiene and Disability
Consequences of Poor Oral Hygiene
General Guidelines
Brushing the Teeth
Flossing the Teeth
Finishing Up
Review
Section 3: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributor
References
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Katy Kunst received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and her Master of Business Administration from Elon University. She has 15 years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as direct support professional, program director, and training facilitator. She has created and facilitated training on topics including non-violent crisis interventions, person-centered planning, cultural competence, quality service delivery, regulatory compliance, and a variety of topics related to IDD services. Disclosure: Katy Kunst, MBA, QIDP has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
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