S&A 2 - Patient assessment for sedation Flashcards
1
Q
What sort of dental treatment can and cannot be done under sedation and why?
A
Can - simple XLA/ cons/ perio
Cannot - endo/ crown - because only have around 40 minutes to do treatment
2
Q
What is the drug interaction of antihypertensives and midazolam?
A
Huge drop in BP
3
Q
What is the drug interaction of antiviral agents (ritonavir) and midazolam?
A
Extreme risk of respiratory depression
4
Q
What ASA scales can be treated in GDP and hospital for sedation?
A
ASA I = suitable for GDP
ASA II = suitable for GDP - with appropriate precautions
ASA III = increased risk therefore refer to hospital
