DH A310 — Oral Pain Control 3 Credits
Examines pharmacology, armamentarium, anatomical and physiological considerations, administration techniques, and potential complications of local anesthesia. Analyzes pharmacology, administration techniques, medical contraindications, and management of complications accompanying administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide. Special Note: Satisfies requirements of 12 AAC 28.340, Alaska State Dental Statutes and eligibility to take the Western Regional Board Examination for certification of dental hygienists to administer local anesthetics. It also meets regulation requirements for dental hygienists to administer and monitor nitrous oxide analgesia (12 AAC 28.345). Registration Restrictions: Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and current Basic Life Support certification