DH 401 - Pain Control Methods

1. Assess patients’ need and limitations for pain control
2. Evaluate patient health information for risk factors to determine type of anesthetic and safe parameters for administering pain control methods.
3. Calculate the concentrations, amounts, and maximum recommended dosages of anesthetic solutions.
4. Evaluate possible interactions of local anesthesia with medications.
5. Appraise potential medical emergencies to determine appropriate actions.
6. Differentiate the indications and contraindication for inhalation analgesia.
7. Evaluate each stage of sedation in the administration of Nitrous Oxide Analgesia.
8. Justify the use of a scavenging system in operation of Nitrous Oxide equipment.
9. Perform the range of pain control methods that are required within the dental hygienist scope of practice.