DHYG 321: Pain Control In Dentistry Lab

Program
Credits 2

This course accompanies DHYG 320 that gives students an opportunity to practice effective techniques in the delivery of nerve block and infiltration injections, including safe and effective delivery of nitrous oxide sedation. All injections and the delivery of nitrous oxide are completed on student partners. These skills are part of the expanded duties allowed for dental hygienists in Washington state. $11.40 lab fee.

Restricted Elective

Prerequisite

Concurrent enrollment in DHYG 320 and completion of DHYG 308, DHYG 309, DHYG 311, DHYG 313, DHYG 314, DHYG 315, DHYG 316, and DHYG 322 with a minimum grade of 2.0.

Equivalent Courses
DHYG 107