Medically Compromised Patient Care
COURSE NUMBER: 628
Shelly Withers, RDH, MS, PhD; Shelley Hayton, RDH, MAT
Credit Hours:
2 Hour(s)
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The purpose of the course is to provide an overview and guidelines for treating medically compromised patients. Each section will provide a definition of the disease or disorder and pertinent information related to that condition including ...
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Overview
The purpose of the course is to provide an overview and guidelines for treating medically compromised patients. Each section will provide a definition of the disease or disorder and pertinent information related to that condition including any necessary modifications to dental treatment (e.g., local anesthetic, nitrous oxide, pre-medication, and medical consults). The conditions reviewed in this course are not intended to be all inclusive, and are provided as a supplement to the diseases which were presented in, “Management of Patients with Chronic Diseases”. In addition, follow-up questions will be presented that should be asked when a positive response is indicated on the health history. This course is intended to be a helpful resource for oral healthcare students and professionals alike.
Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students
Date Course Online:
Apr 3, 2023
Last Revision Date:
NA
Course Expiration Date:
Apr 2, 2026
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
159, 750
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:
- Identify medically compromised patients who are seeking dental treatment.
- Identify the need to modify treatment due to disease or medication of a patient.
- Recognize drugs/medications commonly used by the medically compromised patient.
- Use critical thinking skills to identify questions to be asked to further establish the patient's medical history/status.
- Seek medical and/or dental consultation based on patient information gathered from the health history and patient interview.
Disclaimers
- P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
- Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.
Note: Registration is required to take the test.
Author(s)
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement
- The authors report no conflicts of interest associated with this course. They do not have any financial relationships to disclose.
Shelly Withers
RDH, MS, PhD
Shelley Hayton
RDH, MAT
Recognition
Approved PACE Program Provider
THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.
Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.
8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027
Provider ID# 211886
AADH Approved Program Provider
Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2022-December 31, 2023). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.
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