A dialysis catheter is a catheter used for exchanging blood to and from a hemodialysis machine and a patient. The dialysis catheter contains two lumens: venous and arterial. This terminology is confusing, because both lumens are in the vein.
In order to practice as a dental hygienist, one needs a degree from a dental hygiene school and a state license. To become licensed, dental hygienists need to pass a clinical and written exam.
Dental hygienists remove deposits, such as plaque and tartar, from patients' teeth, take x-rays and apply fluoride treatments. The training required to become a dental hygienist typically includes a certificate or an associate's degree program in dental hygiene.Licensed dental hygienists may also obtain advanced education in order to broaden their careers in the field.ccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov), the minimum educational requirement for work as a dental hygienist typically consists of a 2-year certificate program or associate's degree program in dental hygiene from an institution accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.