Premedication
When should antibiotics be taken by the patient?
30-60 minutes prior to the appointment, or up to 2 hours after
How long should you wash your hands for?
20 seconds (minimum), in a lathering motion
T/F: Your patient's legs being crossed and or talking while taking their blood pressure has no affect on the reading.
False! This can create a higher blood pressure reading, advise the patient to uncross their legs and refrain from talking during this time.
T/F: When assembling the syringe, it is important to test the needle by pressing it against a hard surface.
False
T/F: You can wear heavy duty glasses while utilizing the laser for procedures, as long as they are sturdy and secure.
FALSE! You need to wear safety glasses specific to the laser you will utilize.
If your adult patient is allergic to penicillin, what antibiotic is recommended, and the correct dose?
200 mg Azythromycin/ clarythromycin or 2 g Cephalexin
What surfaces need to be disinfected in between patient care?
all surfaces
Your patient's blood pressure is 120/78 mmHg. What is this classification, and how do you proceed?
Elevated, document and continue treatment.
Which injection has the lowest success rate?
IANB
Which tip classifies as the following:
the laser fiber being bare and without pigment, the fiber is used to aim the energy. Also, this is known for when a new tip is being placed on the laser.
Un-initiatedtip
What premedication and dose should be prescribed for prophylaxis, and when should it be taken?
2 g Amoxicillin, 30-60 minutes prior or up to 2 hours after treatment.
What is the safest way to recap your needle?
One handed scoop method
Your patient has a blood pressure reading of 125/82 mmHg. What is the classification and how do you proceed?
Hypertension Stage I. Refer to PCP, document, and continue care.
0.4 mg
Warning laser signs only need to be on the inside of the room since the patient can see it, true or false?
False, it needs to be outside the room as well so that persons know that a laser is being used.
What condition is prevented by premedication?
Bacterial endocarditis
What PPE should be worn during aerosol producing procedures?
Face shield, N95, and bouffant cap.
Your patient's blood pressure is 182/122 mmHg. What is the classification and how do you proceed?
HYPERTENSIVE CRISIS. Refer to emergency care, document as necessary.
What is the depth of penetration for IANB injection?
20-25 mm; must contact bone
List 3 out of the 6 benefits of Laser Therapy in Dentistry.
Less bleeding
Aerosol Free
Reduction of pain
Less damaging to surrounding tissue
Reduced chance of infection
Faster healing period
What conditions require premedication before prophylaxis? Be able to list the 4.
1. History of infective endocarditis
2. Prosthetic heart valves
3. Congenital heart disease
4. Cardiac transplant/ valvopathy
T/F: The protocol for appropraite PPE that should be worn is according to the office that you work at.
False, it is according to CDC guidelines. However, your own office may have it's own protocol that goes beyond what CDC guidelines specify.
Your patient's blood pressure is 130/78 mmHg. What is the classification, and how do you proceed?
Stage I Hypertension, refer to PCP and continue care.
Which injection anesthetizes the posterior portion of the hard palate, and medially to the medial palatine raphe with NO pulpal anesthesia?
T/F: In CT, Dental Hygienists can utilize the laser to cut or remove soft tissue only.
FALSE! Gotcha!
According to the Connecticut Sate Dental Hygiene Practice Act, Dental hygienists cannot use the laser to cut or remove ANY hard or soft tissue.