DHYG 3775 - Pain Management Lab

This course provides clinical experience with pain management techniques. It includes the detection of anatomical landmarks in the mouth pertaining to specific injection sites, preparation of armamentarium, maintenance of asepsis, and simulated and real injection of anesthetic agents at predetermined sites. The course will also provide practical application to safely operate and monitor nitrous exide sedation equipment.

Prerequisites:
Admission to the Dental Hygiene program required.

Co-requisites:
DHYG 3770 - Pain Management lecture

Credits: 1

Lecture/Lab Hours: 2 lab hrs/week

Comments: Prior to Fall 2008, DHYG 3775 was listed as Local Anesthesia Lab