Human Disease YR4 Flashcards
When were GAs banned in GDPs?
2000
Name the 3 categories of pateints whom should recieve a GA?
- Situations where it would be impossible to achieve adequate local anaesthesia and complete treatment without pain- Patients who, because of problems related to age/maturity or disability, are unlikely to allow safe completion of treatment- Patients in whom long term dental phobia will be induced or prolonged
What is the definition of anaesthesia?
A reversible iatrogenic state characterised by unrousable unconciousness and reflex depression
Unarousable Unconsciousness - IV agents and gaseous agents?
IV:- propofol- thiopentone- ketamineGaseous:- volatile - isoflurane/sevoflurane/desflurane- NO2
IV anaestehtics - aim? side effects? adverse affects?
UnconsicuosnessSides:- loss of airway reflexes- stop breathing- depress cardiac functionAdverse:- death
Volatile anaestehtics - aim? side effects?
UnconsicuosnessSides:- loss of airway reflexes- stop breathing- depress cardiac function
What is the defintion of reflex depression?
Drugs which cause unconsciousness depress some reflexesLarger doses of iv or volatile anaesthetic- greater reflex depression- more side effectsThe degree of reflex depression required will depend on the surgery being performedDecrease the noxious stimulus (input)Local anaesthetic nerve blockAnalgesic drugs Decrease the response to stimulus (output)Local anaesthetic nerve blockNeuromuscular junction (NMJ) blocking agents
Explain the process of a GA?
Preparation- Fasting (6 hrs food, 2 hrs fluid)- ConsentInduction -IV or inhalationMaintenance- Volatile or continuous IV infusion propofol- Reflex suppressionEmergence - Reverse NMJ blockers- Turn off anaesthetic agent
What is monitored during a GA?
Airway- Facemask +/- oropharyngeal/nasopharyngeal airway- Laryngeal mask airway- Endotracheal tube Oral, nasal or tracheostomyBreathing- Spontaneous- Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation- Monitoring- SpO2, gas analysisCirculation- Monitoring -HR, BP, ECG- IV access, fluids
The art of GA - what is included?
Tailoring the anaesthetic to PatientSurgeryPre-operative assessmentIntra-operative carePost-operative careCommunicationNon-technical skills
Why is dental GA more risky than general GAs?
Shared airway- Competing for same space- Airway soiling (blood/saliva)- LaryngospasmAnxious patients- Mask/needle phobiasSignificant co-morbidities- Learning disability Epilepsy/cardiac anomalies/airway/neck- Blood borne diseases
Solutions to a shared airway?
Nasal mask - patient exhales at youLaryngeal mask airway - takes up a lot of room in operative fieldNasal endotracheal tube - more technique sensitive and needs more drugs - higher risk for failureTrachestomy - highest risk - but best outcome
Whom should recieve conscious sedation?
Should be considered in preference to GA
What is conscious sedation?
Patient remains conscious and is able to both understand and respond to verbal commands either alone or accompanied by a light tactile stimulusVery difficult to achieve!Easily becomes rousable but unconscious, and is a small step away from GA without airway control.Requires equipment, training, assistance and close monitoring of patient and clear understanding of risksUsually in combination with local anaesthesia
Drugs for conscious sedation? - Benzos, IVs and gaseous?
Benzodiazepines- Oral temazepam/diazepam- IV midazolam- TransmucosalIntravenous anaesthetic agents- PropofolIntravenous opiods- FentanylGaseous- Volatile anaesthetics Isoflurane/sevoflurane/desflurane- Nitrous oxide in oxygen
Antidotes for conscious sedation drugs - Benzos, Opiates? Propofol and NO?
Benzodiazepines- FlumazenilOpiates- NaloxonePropofol, ketamine- No antidoteNitrous oxide, volatile anaesthetics- No antidote
Describe the process of conscious sedation?
Consent for treatment- Children, Mental Capacity ActEnvironment/equipment- Pulse oximetry, BP Team/ training- Basic Life Support, critical incidentsRecovery, discharge, aftercareClinical governance/ audit/ incident reporting
Name the risks of conscious sedation
OversedationLoss of airwayRespiratory depressionVomiting and aspiration Idiosyncratic reactionsDelayed recovery
Describe the basic technqiues and process for conscious sedation?
IV midazolamInhalational with nitrous oxide/oxygenOral / transmucosal benzodiazepineOnly nitrous/oxygen is considered basic in children under 12Require training- Must have competence in IV techniques to perform ANY basic techniqueMonitoring- BP, pulse oximetryOperator sedationist with dental nurse assistant
Describe the advanced technqiues and process for conscious sedation?
Any form of conscious sedation for patients under the age of 12 years (other than nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation)Benzodiazepine + any other intravenous agent for example: opioid, propofol, ketaminePropofol either alone or with any other agent for example: benzodiazepine, opioid, ketamineInhalational sedation using any agent other than nitrous oxide / oxygen aloneCombined (non-sequential) routes for example: intravenous + inhalational agent (except for the use of nitrous oxide / oxygen during cannulation)Require a lot more trainingRescue- Airway competencies (basic airway manoeuvres, airway adjuncts and the ability to administer positive pressure ventilation) are mandatory Monitoring- BP, pulse oximetry, capnographySeparate sedationistTeam must have “immediate access to the equivalent range of skills and facilities to be found in an NHS Acute Trust”Advanced paediatric sedation- Even more training
What was included in the Poswillo Report 1990?
Avoid general anaesthesia where possibleSame standards of monitoring, personnel and equipment should apply whether anaesthetic is delivered in hospital or dental surgeryStandards of resuscitation training setDental surgeries should be inspected and registered
Role of the general dental practitioner when suggesting anaesthesia?
Need to be aware of- Risks of GA- Alternatives to GA- Process of care for GAPatient selectionPatient preparationConsent
ASA classification of a patient?
I Normal healthy patientII Patient with mild systemic diseaseIII Patient with severe systemic disease that limits activityIV Patient with severe incapacitating systemic disease (constant threat to life)V Moribund patient with poor survival prognosis (< 24 hours)
Risk of death due to GA, in accordance to ASA classifcation of patient?
ASA 1 - 0.4 per 100,000ASA 2 - 5 per 100,000ASA 3 - 27 per 100,000ASA 4 - 55 per 100,000
Name the 5 categories for death under GA and their examples?
Airway- Failed intubationAnaphylaxis- Neuromuscular blocking agents/Latex/AntibioticsUnderlying disease process- Known/unknown - Cardiac, respiratory, vascular, neurological, malignant hyperpyrexiaComplications- AspirationIatrogenic- Injury/error/equipment failure
What conditions give severe morbidity due to GA?
Cervical spinal cord injury- Very elderly, atlanto-axial subluxation Hypoxic brain injury- Airway, breathing, BPMIStrokeEverything that can cause death
How can the dentist minimise risk for the patient for a GA?
History - Medical, drug, allergy, previous anaesthetics, family, socialExamination- Particularly airway, respiratory, cardiovascularInvestigationMost of this can be done by GP or anaesthetic pre-assessment clinic if the dental practitioner recognises the risks at the time of referralIdentification of risk factors before referralIs GA really the best option?Knowledge of particular patterns of disease- Downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis…..Appropriate referral pathway for procedure?
Name 6 airway conditions that may contraindicate GA?
Obesity/sleep apnoeaCurrent head/neck pathologyPrevious surgery/radiotherapy/burnsTMJ dysfunctionNasal obstructionGastro-oesophageal reflux
What to include for an airway examination before GA procedure?
Thyromental distance- <6cmNeck movementJaw subluxationMalampatti scoreInter-incisor distance- <3cm Teeth- Over-bite, crowded mouth
Name and 3 classess of jaw subluxation?
Class AClass BClass C
Describe class A jaw subluxation?
lower inciosrs can be protruded anterior to the upper incisors
Describe class B jaw subluxation?
lower inciosrs can be brought edge to edge with the upper incisors
Describe class C jaw subluxation?
lower inciosrs can’t be brought edge to edge with the upper incisors
Name the 4 mallampatti scores?
I - soft palate, uvula and pillars visibleII - soft palate and base of uvula visibleIII - only soft palate visibleIV - only hard palate visible
Which patients need and don’t need a GA?
For some ASA 1 anxious patients GA is the obvious choiceFor some with severe co-morbidity, GA will be too riskyFor some GA is necessary, but level of risk may require change in treatment planDental clearance instead of restorative treatmentDiscuss if unsure
What occurs for adult pre-assessment on day of GA?
Anaesthetic pre-assessment clinic See nurse at ARI, 30 mins appt - No concerns -> listed for surgery- Concerns -> anaesthetist reviews notes -> - Listed for surgery or - Further investigation (another OP appointment) and/or - Review by anaesthetist at pre-assessment clinicRecommend day-case or in-patient care
Expected schedule for a day-case GA?
Arrive 07.30 (or 11.00)Fast from: - Midnight (for am cases) - 06.00 (for pm cases) - Actual requirements 6 hours food, 2 hours clear fluidsNurses complete admission paperworkDentist and anaesthetist will review before list startsMay be up to 12 patients/day - Someone has to be last on list!Occasionally patients are cancelled on day of surgery
What is the day case discharge criteria?
Normally nurse-ledMust wait a few hours post-opEat/drink/pass urinePain, nausea & vomiting controlledLive within 1 hour of hospitalResponsible person to accompany them home & stay overnightFailure may result in overnight stay
What occurs for in-patient GA?
Surgical, medical or social reasonsPost +/- pre-op overnight stayMultiple days off work/education
What occurs for paediatric GA?
Mainly day-case- Inpatient care very rare for paeds dental casesParent/guardian must attend Process varies widely - Know your local hospital - Surgical department or separate dental suite - Staggered vs start of list admission times - Direct to dental suite or day case unit admissionFasting - 6hrs food/4hrs breast milk/2 hours fluidsIf pre-med required, at least half day
What occurs for special needs GA?
Paeds or adultVery variable processOften complex medical risksBalanced against holistic concernsCan be extremely challenging to strike right balanceMeticulous assessment and planning requiredCombining multiple procedures under GA - Better for patient - Very difficult to arrange
How is a patient prepared before a GA?
What will happen after referral?What will happen on the day? Requires knowledge of process of care- Paediatric- General adult - Dental anxiety- Special needs - Beware disease patterns
How is consent achieved for GA?
Process should start with general dental practitionerRequires capacity and competence - Adults with incapacityAdult/special needs/childCompetence - Scottish and English Law differ
What is the defintiion of the Bolam test?
doctor’s conduct would be supported by a responsible body of medical opinion, no longer applies to the issue of consent.
The 3 questions to think about when assessing whther the patient can consent effectively?
Does the patient know about the material risks of the treatment I am proposing?Does the patient know about reasonable alternatives to this treatment?Have I taken reasonable care to ensure that the patient actually knows this?
What questions should you ask for history of a swelling?
Onset, course durationPainful or painlessOther lumpsEffect on general conditionCauseDoes the lump disappear
What types of onset describe swelling?
Gradual - benignRapid - inflamatoryAcute - bleeding into cystAccidental - ?Incidental - during clinical exam
History of swelling - duration?
Malignancy is unlikely with long timeRecent changes to the lump, can show malignancyHow long?
History of swelling - painless or painful?
Painless- most lumpsPainful- traumatic- malignant but only late (indicate infiltration if local nevres and surrounding structures
History of swelling - other lumps?
Other lumps anywhere else?
History of lump - effect on general condition (different types of lumps)
Benign/early malignant lump- no effectInflammatory lumps- symptomaticMalignant lumps- weight loss and
History is swelling - cause?
TraumaPrevious surgery
History is swelling - does the lump disappear?
If it disappears, its a hernia
How to exam a swelling?
A general exam:- overall person condition Local exam:- inspection - palpation- percussion - auscultation
How to describe the inspection of a swelling?
Site - specific (near structures) SizeShapeSurface (smooth or irregular Skin overlying (normal, inflamed, scars or dilated veins)
Dilated veins? Main differential diagnosis
Degree of venous obstruction
Special signs that indicate to a specific diagnosis?
Movement with swallowing:- seen in thyroid swellingsMovement with protrusion of the tongue:- seen in thyroglossal cystPulsations:- seen in swellings related to arteries- aneurysm (dilated artery)Cough impulse:- seen in hernia
How many Ss for swelling inspection?
6SiteSizeShapeSurfaceSkin overlyingSpecial signs
Palpation - what are key to conducting a palpation?
Firstly, ask if anything is painful and if anything becomes painful tell meComparison of temperature of skin and the swelling (= increased vascularisation or inflammation)SizeSurface: smooth or irrevularEdge: Well defined or ill defined (cancer)Consistency: cystic or soldRelation to surrounding structures:- skin- muscles - arteries and othersDraining lymph nodes* - enlarged lymph nodes (= metastasis or inflammatory)Special signs
Palpation - consistency - what to look for?
Cystic:- fluid containing swelling - positive cross fluctuation in 2 perpendicular directions- watching and displacing finger Solid: doesn’t contain fluid- soft (ear lobe)- firm (ear cartilage)- hard (forehead)- indurated (nose cartilage - malignancy)
Palpation - relation to surrounding structures - skin?
Is the lump separate from overlying skin?- pinch skin over lumpLump tethered to the skin?- lump can move with rangeLump fixed to the skin?- lump and skin move together (= cancerous)
Palpation - relation to surrounding structures - muscles?
Superficial to the muscle- more prominent on contractionDeep to the muscle- not felt on contractionInside the muscle- less prominent and fixed when contracting SCM - push against face to opposing sides
Special signs - transillumination?
Shine a light through a swelling - must be clear liquid and so also must be cystic Lymphatic hygroma
What is auscultation?
Listening over the swelling to decide whether cystic
What is a stoma?
An artificial opening made into the surface of the body leading to the gut
Name the 2 types of stoma?
Ileostomy - small bowel (4/5 changes) above the skinColostomy - small intestine (1change) flush with the skin
What isnthe function of the nasogastric tube?
To prevent vomiting and aspiration Allows decompression of stomach and small bowelLarge pore tube
How to achieve nutritional support for a patient
Enteral feeding tube - fine pore NG tube
How to achieve nutritional support for a patient without access to the oesophagus?
PEG tube- percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
How to achieve nutritional support for a patient with no stomach?
Jejumostomy tube
How to achieve nutritional support for a patient that can be fed eneterally?
Parenteral feeding - total parenteral nutrition
Name generic urinary catheter?
Foley’s catheter
Drains?
BloodBileFluid
Chest drain? Why?
Remove blood from chest
Name the 6 sub-specialities of surgery?
NeuroCardiothoracicUrologyOrthoPlasticsMaxillofacial
Name the 4 sub-categories of a general surgery?
Upper GI - oesophagastricLower GI - colorectalHBP - hepatic, biliary and pancreaticBreast - breast
Somatic pain vs visceral pain?
Somatic:- sharp- more severe- localised Visceral:- vague- not localised - less severe
Rationale of minimally invasive surgery?
Smaller access sizeNo compromise on surgical successReduction of trauma of access
How to improve surgical vision?
CO2 pumped into abdomen to increase SA and allow better visual
Benefits (5) of minimally invasive surgery?
Less scarringLess painFaster recoveryShorter hospital stayQuicker return to normal activity
Limitations of the laproscopic camera?
Camera controlled by assistant2D image for 3D ideaLimited retractionLimited dexterityLimited to do higher precision tasks
Advantages of robotics?
Camera controlled by surgeon Better magnificationMore movement3D
Cardiovascular risk for patient with pregnancy?
Increased pulse but lower BPIncrease of 40% of plasma volumePossible fainting and palpitations
Gastrointestinal risk for a pregnant patient?
Decreased oesophageal pressureDecreased gastric emptyingDecreased gastrointestinal motilityNausea and vomitingHeartburnConstipation
Musculoskeletal risk for the pregnant patient?
Change in posture - sciatica painRelaxation of pelvic jointsBack painPelvic girdle pain
Respiratory risk for pregnant patient?
Decreased total lung capacity, but tidal volume increasesSoBProblem with GA as less time for intubation - swollen larynx and pharynx
Urinary risk for a pregnant patient?
Right sided hydronephrosis, with increased urinary stasisIncreased urinary frequencyUTI increases preterm births
Haemoglobin risk for pregnant patient?
Thrombophillic state, a fall in haemoglobinIncreased risk of DVT/PE and anaemia
Useful medications to aid with haem for pregnant patients?
Aspirin to reduce risk of pre eclampsia and improves placental functionDoltaparin - blood thinner
Drugs for nausea and vomiting?
Anti-emetics - cyclazine
Drugs for stomach?
Omeprazole
Name the common dental conditions in pregnancy?
Pregnancy gingivitis- increased inflammation - increased bleeding- worst in 3rd trimesterBenign oral growth lesions- 5% of pregnanciesTooth erosion/dental caries- increased acidity in the mouth- secondary to vomitingIncreased tooth mobility
Name the 3 clinical considerations for pregnancy and dental procedures?
Inferior vena cava compressionAirway oedemaBreast enlargement Ensure patient lies on the left side to avoid vessel compression (pack a pillow down the side)
Drug for heartburn?
Ondansetron
If patient has collapsed, and patient is in late term pregnancy, what should you do?
DeliverResuscitation is impossible as bump is very large
Periods of fatal development?
CNS - 3 weeks to full termEars - 4 1/2 to 20Teeth - 6 3/4 to full termPalate - 6 3/4 to 16Upper limbs - 4 1/2 to 9External genitalia - 7 to full termLower limbs - 4 1/2 to 9 Heart - 3 1/2 to 9Eyes - 4 1/2 to full term
Valproate - never in pregnancy? Why?
Valproate- epilepsy- folate antagonist- assoc with neural tube defect- ideally avoid in women of child bearing age or change to another drug pre pregnancySpina bifida
Tetracyclines - never in pregnancy? Why?
Tooth stainingSkeletal developmental problems
Warfarin - never in pregnancy? Why?
Warafrin:- fetal warfarin syndrome - low birth weight, developmental delay, deafness, hypoplastic nose and skeletal abnormalities - may need to stay mediscstion due to metal heart valve risk vs benefit- can be used postnatally
Alcohol - never in pregnancy? Why?
No safe level of alcoholFetal alcohol syndrome - developmental delay, behaviour issues, characteristic facial features (thin upper lip, smooth philtrum and decreased eye width)
Name 4 teratogens?
ValproateTetracyclinesWarfarinAlcohol
Is paracetamol safe during pregnancy?
YES
Local anaesthetic in pregnancy?
Lidocaine with adrenaline is not harmful to baby, if in normal dosesCan cause neonatal respiratory depression, hypotonia and bradycardia in large dosesAdrenaline can cause reduction in placental perfusion
Antibiotics in pregnancy?
Penicillin, amoxicillin and metronidazole all safeAvoid:- tetracycline - skeletal effects (1st) and tooth discolouration (2nd and 3rd)- gentamicin (unless patient is very unwell)- ciprofloxacin (arthropathy)
Painkillers during pregnancy?
Paracetamol safeNSAIDs - avoided in 3rd trimester as can cause ductus arteriosusDihydrocodiene - small risk of neonatal respiratory depression
Common drugs to consider for pregnancy? That are very good for pregnancy
Aspirin - reduces the risk of a small baby and hypertensive disordersHeparin - reduces the risk of DVT/PE
X-ray risk for pregnant patient?
Commonest teratogenic effect of radiation:- microcephalic with several mental regards option- main effect between 10-17 weeks- very little risks before 10 and after 27Threshold dose:- >250 mGy 0.1% risk- >1000 mGy microencephaly, growth restriction, genital and skeletal malformation
Does dental health affect pregnancy?
More linked to socioeconomic status - and that’s why poor dental hygiene was linked
Name the 7 principles of palliative care?
Focus on QoLWhole person holistic approach good symptom control Care of patient and family as a unitRespect for patient autonomyEmphasis on sensitive/open communicationAffirms life and regards digs as normal
Name the 4 categories of palliative care?
PhysicalPsychologicalSpiritualSocial
What tool to use to score a patients deterioration?
Supportive and Palliatice care indicators tool (SPICT)
Common symptoms for palliative patients?
PainNauseaVomitingRespiratory secretionsSoBAnxietyAgitationConstipationFatigueAnorexiaOral thrush
What medications can be prescribed for palliative care?
Opoids - morphineAnxiolytics - midazolamAntiemetic - levomepromazineAntisecretory - hyoscine butylbromide
What is included for end of life care?
Individualised ComfortSymptom control CommunicationHydrationAnticipatory messPsychosocial support for patient and relative
When should specialist palliative care be advised?
Complex symptoms controlEnd of life careRehabilitation
How to aid planning for palliative care?
Palliative and supportive care plan 2017Place of care and deathTreatment they don’t want
What is the definition of palliative care?
Care for people living with a terminal illness where a cure is no longer possible Also for people with complex illness and need their symptoms controlled
What is the defintion of dental palliative care?
Holistic approachRelief from painTeam approachPalliative care alongside treatments
5 factors for oral health in palliative care?
QoLCommunicationFacial appearanceDrinkingEating
Optimum oral health characteristics?
Normal and intact immunityNormal saliva productionIntact mucosa
Aetiology of painful mouth?
Generalised:- candidiasis - mucositisLocalised:- tumour- aphthous ulcers- herpes simplex or zoster- dental
General advice for all patients for dry mouth?
Mouth and lips clean most and intact from plaqueMaintain fluid intakeWater based gel to dry lipsReduce sugary foods and drinks
Name 11 causes for devteased saliva production?
Rheumatoid conditionsPrimary biliary cirrhosisPancreatic insufficiencyHIV/AIDSCystic FibrosisStrokeAnxiety/DepressionAgeingChemotherapyRadiotherapyDrugs
Describe the Challacombe Scale for oral dryness?
Scale of 1-10 of how severe the oral dryness is1-3 is mild - no treatment necessary, advise sugar free chewing gum and regular hydration 4-6 is moderate - sugar free chewing gum or sialogogues prescribed saliva substitutes and fluoride may be indicated, investigate into the cause.7-10 is severe - saliva substitute and fluoride necessary, need to identify cause and eliminate Sjogrens if possible. Patient needs regular monitoring.
Challacombe scale grade 1?
Mirror sticks to mucosa
Challacombe scale grade 2?
Mirror sticks to tongue
Challacombe scale grade 3?
Frothy saliva
Challacombe scale grade 4?
No saliva pooling in floor of mouth
Challacombe scale grade 5?
Tongue shows generalised shortened papillae
Challacombe scale grade 6?
Altered gingival architecture (smooth)
Challacombe scale grade 7?
Glassy appearance of oral mucosa, especially palate
Challacombe scale grade 8?
Tongue lobulated or fissured
Challacombe scale grade 9?
Cervical caries in more than 2 teeth
Challacombe scale grade 10?
Debris on palate or sticking to teeth
Name the 8 effects of xerostomia?
Dental cariesGingivitisHalitosisAltered tasteCandiadisisMouth ulcersFissuring of tongueChewonf difficulties