DH 260 - Dental Anesthesia - Analgesia

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Successful completion of the first three terms of the Dental Hygiene program.

Course Description: Introduces the anatomy of the nerves involved in dental anesthesia. Reviews the pharmacology and physiology of local anesthetic agents, including effective delivery techniques in the oral cavity.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1 Discuss and explain the evolution of anesthesia, including the historical perspective.
CLO#2 Describe and diagram the recovery process following nitrous oxide sedation.
CLO#3 Evaluate and discuss the analgesic property and each component in the nitrous oxide sedation delivery system.
CLO#4 Discuss and categorize the structure and classification of neurons and differentiate between afferent and efferent nerves.
CLO#5 Discuss the special considerations, symptoms, and reaction with topical anesthetics in dentistry. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#6 Recognize and describe the landmarks that are relevant to the administration of local anesthesia.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: To be determined.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
LECTURE PORTION: A state required minimum of (10) and a standard RCC deliver of (11) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (12) hours per term.
LECTURE/LAB PORTION: A state required minimum of (40) and a standard RCC deliver of (44) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.