DH 297B - Pain Management for the Dental Professional

1. Recognize the need for pain control.
2. Understand the limitations of local anesthesia.
3. Review and evaluate the patient medical history.
4. Take and record vital signs, recognizing safe parameters.
5. Apply pain management techniques to minimize or reduce discomfort.
6. Determine the safe minimum and maximum dose and type of anesthetic needed.
7. Evaluate the possible interactions of local anesthesia with other medications.
8. Recognize medical emergencies and respond in a proper manner for the safety and well-being of the patient.
9. Evaluate his/her performance in accordance with accepted methods of pain control.
10. Show clinical competency in the administration of various local anesthesia injections and methods course activity.