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RDH 2710 Ethics, Jurisprudence, & Practice Management


Lecture: 4 Lab: 0 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 4
This course examines problem solving and ethical decision making in the practice of dental hygiene. Topics include the principles of tort and contract law as they apply to dental hygiene and dental practices, including preparation for the Tennessee Board of Dentistry jurisprudence examination. The study of practice management and the role of the dental hygienist in dental practice success is also addressed in this course.

Prerequisite(s): Program Admission