This digital book gathers information on noncommunicable chronic diseases (NCDs), such as chronic kidney disease, diabetes and hypertension, which are becoming more frequent among the Brazilian and world population. The book gathers the main aspects of chronical kidney disease, diabetes and hypertension by pointing out the impact of those diseases to the patient’s oral health and dental care. By considering those aspects, these health professionals are better equipped to face the challenge of treating dental patients who need special attention due to NCDs.
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
Discussion
Homework
Professional reference
Team activity
Interprofessional collaborative education
Technical Requirements:
Internet Access
Major web browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The purpose of this resource is to provide health professionals knowledge to face the challenge of treating dental patients who need special attention due to noncommunicable chronic diseases (NCDs).
Target Student Population:
College Lower Division
College Upper Division
Graduate School
Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
General knowledge of dentistry helpful, but not required.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
Open access book
Meets the objectives related to NCDs and dentistry
Objectives and content related to such are valid.
Information offers detail and is appropriate for those interested in dentistry and other healthcare dynamics.
Content is current and well referenced.
Format is user friendly.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Goals and objectivess are clearly stated and met in this work.
Learning is greatly enhanced by the content and layout of the textbook.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The site is in working order and easy to navigate
The resource is well organized
Creative Commons:
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