This course focuses on the study of commonly encountered medical emergencies in the dental setting that may involve systemic disease and etiology, presentation, treatment, and effects of dental treatment on patients who may present with these diseases and other medical conditions. The associated emergency procedures required to treat medical emergencies in the dental setting will be covered, as well as cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), first aid and safety training.
Restricted Elective
Prerequisite
Completion of DHYG 301, DHYG 302, DHYG 303, DHYG 304, DHYG 305, DHYG 306, DHYG 307, DHYG 310, and DHYG 312 with a minimum grade of 2.0.
Equivalent Courses
DHYG 120