Preoperative Anesthetic Assessment for the Assistant

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ECG Interpretation for the Moderate Sedation Provider - 405

Robert C. Bosack, DDS

This presentation will introduce the what, how and why's of ECG monitoring for patients receiving light to moderate sedation in the dental office. The pathophysiology and significance of commonly encountered dsyrhythmias will be reviewed. This program is offered in conjunction with the ADSA moderate sedation course.

Preoperative Assessment for the Anesthesia Assistant - 301

Presenter: Michael Rollert, DDS

DDS, University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry, 1995
OMFS residency, Medical College of Virginia, 1999
Private Practice, Chairman, Assistant Education Courses, ADSA
Board of Directors, ADSA
Committee Member, AAOMS Committee on Anesthesia
Disclosure: Dr. Rollert reports no conflicts of interest

Course Description: The anesthesia assistant plays a vital role on the anesthesia team. Duties may include pre-anesthetic assessment, peri-anesthetic monitoring, and assisting in the management of emergency situations, among others. This program will focus on patient assessment, with emphasis on several common co-morbidities.

Course Objectives:

Define the ASA Risk Classification System
Discuss Mallampati evaluation of the upper airway
Describe pathophysiologic changes in respiratory, cardiovascular and endocrine systems

Availability: 7/1/2010 to 7/1/2014

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Price: $40.00

continuing education credits in dental anesthesiology

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ECG Interpretation for the Moderate Sedation Provider - 405

Preoperative Assessment for the Anesthesia Assistant - 301

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