Policy on pediatric pain management

Question 1

T/F: dentists should encourage parents to give their children analgesics PRN immediately post-op if moderate or severe pain is likely

Answer 1

False

should be administered on a regular time schedule during the first 36-48 hours to create stable plasma levels

Question 2

What is considered the first line agent for treatment of post-operative pain?

Answer 2

NSAIDs due to anti-inflammatory component