Oral Cancer and the Role of the Dental Nurse (DWD10APR25)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
Documents
Blackboard Collaborate Link
SubjectOral cancer
DescriptionThe Dental Nurse plays a pivotal role in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of Head and Neck Cancer Patients. The course will explore how the Dental Nurse can promote awareness of the disease its risk factors and develop a greater understanding of the treatments and managing their side effects. The session will also highlight the long term impact the diagnosis and treatment can have not only but on the patients but also the family and loved ones.
Venuehttps://eu.bbcollab.com/guest/da2579758a3f431092c42f7330e8a084, Blackboard Collaborate, - Virtual  View details
Date & timeThursday 10 April 2025, 12:30 to 14:00
LecturerEmma Riley  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse, or Dental Technician, or Practice Manager

Course styleLecture
CategoryCore course
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeC, D
CPD hours1:30
Cost£5.00
Aims

This presentation aims to both raise awareness of oral cancer through providing a greater understanding of the causative and contributory factors. It also intends to explore the long-term effects of the disease and the impact that it can have.

Objectives
  • Illustrate an understanding of the causative and contributory factors of oral cancer
  • Describe the treatments available
  • Identify the side effects of the treatments and the long-term effects
  • Evaluate the role of the dental nurse and oral cancer
Learning outcomes

Delegates will have a greater understanding of oral cancer, the treatments available and the side-effects of the treatments. Delegates will have a greater understanding of the role of the dental nurse and oral cancer.