DH 229 - Local Anesthesia

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Gateway Community and Technical College

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Description:

Common oral local anesthesia injection techniques and the related background information are addressed in this course. Subjects include: anatomic considerations, armamentarium, basic injection techniques, record keeping, neurophysiology, related pharmacology, patient evaluation, complications and contraindications. The pharmacology, administration and contraindications of Nitrous Oxide are also included. This elective course satisfies the Kentucky State Dental Practice Act regarding 'delegation of block and infiltration anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia to dental hygienists.' Prerequisite: Completion of DH 130, DH 131, DH 135 and DH 136 all with a grade of C or better. Lecture: 1.25 credits (18.75 contact hours). Laboratory: .75 credit (45 contact hours).

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2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gateway.kctcs.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 441-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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