DA5. 492 Dental Office Emergencies
Provides in-depth level with various emergency situations that may occur in a dental office and the primary first aid choice. The signs and symptoms of medical emergency, the equipment, treatments and drugs are discussed. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of the dental team to be prepared for an emergency.
Prerequisite
Required: Successful completion of Dental Assistant Program winter term.
Offered
offered Spring only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify and have the ability to identify drugs and their rational for use in a dental practice. Recognize and identify the signs and symptoms of medical and dental emergencies. Identify, explain, record and document all legal duties including regular documentation required of a dental team. Create and maintain accurate medical and dental records.