Vital Signs
Average Temperature Range for adult
97.6–99° F
Patient has been in the same position for too long; gains sight of a needle or blood.
Syncope
Interruption of blood flow to the brain lasting long enough to damage the brain and result in loss of brain function
Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident)
Most common drug used in a medical emergency
Oxygen
Who do you call in the event of a medical emergency?
911
Emotional Factors that affect vital signs
Stress
Fear
Due to sudden change in position
Postural Hypotension
a metabolic disorder resulting from disturbances in the normal insulin mechanics
Diabetes Mellitus
Drug used for anxiety disorders
Valium
Who do you call when patient ingest something of question?
Poison Control
The amount of work the heart has to do to pump blood throughout the body.
Caused by anxiety, diabetes, fear etc.
Hyperventilation
a life threatening allergic reaction that can develop very quickly
Anaphylaxis
Drug used for minor allergic reaction
Hydrocortisone
Role of Dentist
Assess patient, provide medical care
the principal document that contains critical information you will need to manage each patient in the dental practice
Patient Record
Welts, sweating, itching, difficulty breathing
Allergic Reactions
Related to hemophilia
Hemorrhage
Used for hypoglycemia
OJ, Icing, Sugar
Role of Front Office Staff
Call EMS, Stay on line with EMS, Respond to patients in reception area
Name Blood Pressure Equipment
Sphygmomanometer
Stethoscope
Too much insulin not enough food
Hypoglycemia
Neurologic Disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of seizures
Epilepsy
Nitroglycerin
Role of Clinical Staff
Remains with patients, respond to other patients within office, provide medical assistance