DentalEDU.TV Course Catalogue

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1. Describe basic principles of preoperative assessment, including protocols for medical consultation. 2. Explain basic pathophysiological features of common disease states. 3. Explain the rationale for medically prescribed drug classes and identify potential impacts they may have on patient management, including potential drug interactions. 4. Identify age-related changes and anesthetic considerations regarding geriatric patients. 5. Describe anesthetic considerations for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding. 6. Describe the appropriate management of cardiovascular and pulmonary complications.

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This seminar will highlight pathophysiological principles that provide a foundation for preoperative assessment. Particular attention is given to the most commonly prescribed medications, which not only reflect the nature and severity of specific diseases, but also present potential interactions with medications used in dental and oral surgery practice. Recognition and management of acute complications will also be addressed, including analysis of conventional therapeutic algorithms. Topics: Basic principles of preoperative assessment and medical consultation. Essential pathophysiological features of common disease states and how they may alter conventional dental treatment and drug usage. Considerations for geriatric patients. Considerations for patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drug classes and/or preparations having potential for drug interactions. Management of cardiovascular and pulmonary complications

Credits: 5.5

Price: 200.00

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This course targets dentists who are not currently using nitrous oxide in their practices but wish to begin. Many dental staffs have an increasing responsibility to monitor sedated patients and will also benefit. The course also covers the use of oral sedation augmenting nitrous oxide and will benefit all dentists.

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From the days of Morton and Wells, dentistry has been at the forefront of healthcare in helping the patients cope with the stress and anxiety of treatment. Today, there is a renewed emphasis on aiding apprehensive patients. Because of it ability to wear off quickly, nitrous oxide continues a valuable tool in this endeavor.

Credits: 6.0

Price: 180.00

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Understand the belief systems and thought processes of men who batter which enable them to rationalize abusive or destructive behavior. Identify warning signs or red flags of domestic violence in a family where all members deny its existence. Identify the characteristics of men who are likely to batter.  Identify common tactics of men who batter. Describe the various treatment approaches for men who batter, and understand which forms of treatment are most effective, which are least effective, and why. Recognize the effects of domestic violence on children. Conduct an interview with a victim of domestic violence that will encourage her to reveal whether or not she is abused, and inform her of the resources available in the community that can help. Recognize when a referral to batterers intervention would be helpful to the family. Understand the relationship between substance abuse, mental health issues and domestic violence.

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This program presents critical information for healthcare providers about domestic violence in an unusual and exciting learning format. The award-winning instructors (one a former police officer, prosecutor and judge and the other a licensed mental health counselor and jury trial consultant), will engage the viewing audience by sharing their personal and professional experiences in a dynamic fashion, mixing didactic instruction, story-telling and interactive learning, in such a manner that the audience will come away with a new-found understanding regarding the myths and realities of domestic violence and how it affects us all. The content does not shy away from controversial questions such as: What type of woman falls for a batterer? What is she doing that is making him batter and what can she do to make him stop? Why doesn’t she just leave? Why doesn’t he just stop? Aren’t women just as violent as men these days? If the kids don’t see it, are they really domestic violence victims? Won’t he change if he just quits drinking? Red Flags for the Healthcare Provider. Are there really more dog shelters than battered women shelters? What should I say to a battered woman?

Credits: 2.0

Price: 87.50

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Describe HIV and AIDS. Discuss modes of transmission. Discuss prevention of transmission measures. Describe the basic Federal laws related to HIV/AIDS. Describe clinical management of persons with AIDS.

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This online course is designed for the healthcare provider and will provide the viewer with a comprehensive overview of issues and trends associated with HIV and AIDS in the United States and abroad. A historical review of the development of HIV and AIDS is discussed, which includes the issues and trends associated with the spread and transmission of the virus, risk factors associated with transmission in the patient population and for the healthcare provider. Co-infections are also discussed and their relationship with HIV. An overview of the laws which protect patient confidentiality will be presented as well as a brief summary of the treatment guidelines that have been developed. HIV/AIDS disease as a continuum history of pandemic modes and routs of transmission Transmission via blood to blood and sexual contact. In a healthcare setting the virus has the potential for transmission via infectious body fluids Avoiding contact with infected body fluids is the best infection control measure standard precautions sexual safety OSHA guidelines Focus of the Federal law is confidentiality Need to know Confidential testing Anonymous testing AIDS as a chronic illness with ongoing treatment HAART- Barriers to treatment

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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Once the student completes the Laws and Rules Governing the Practice of Dentistry in Florida, he or she will be able to better understand the legal obligations imposed on them by the Florida Statutes and Administrative Code. The student will know where to access these laws and rules to ensure better compliance. Moreover, the student will know his or her rights during the disciplinary process and will not be caught unprepared should a complaint be filed against them. Lastly, the student will have gained an understanding in how to remain in good standing with the Board of Dentistry and to avoid common practice problems.

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This course covers the laws and rules governing the practice of dentistry in Florida. Specifically, the lecture discusses Chapters 456, and 466, of the Florida Statutes, as well as Chapter 64B5 of the Florida Administrative Code. Chapter 456, F.S. covers the general provisions applicable to all health professions and occupations. The course discusses common grounds for disciplinary action under Chapter 456, as well as lesser known provisions that are important to dental professionals. Chapter 466, F.S. is the Dental Practice Act. The course covers the purpose of the Act, the creation of the Board of Dentistry, and grounds for disciplinary action. Chapter 64B5 of the Florida Administrative Code is covered in the most depth. This Chapter covers all the rules promulgated by the Board. The course covers these rules as they are applied to education, experience, and examination requirements, grounds for disciplinary proceedings and disciplinary guidelines, advertising and solicitation guidelines, license requirements, status, renewals, reactivation, and exemptions, continuing education requirements, and delegation of remediable tasks. The course goes on to discuss the disciplinary process in Florida. Each step is described, including filed complaints, the investigation stage, probable cause determination, litigation, board action, and appeal. Samples of common documents received in the disciplinary process are included. Most importantly, the course covers the rights and obligations imposed on dental professionals during the investigatory and disciplinary process. Next, the course provides information on recent rule changes and newly enacted laws. One of the most important new laws passed during the 2009 legislative session was SB1986. It is covered in detail, along with its application to dental professionals. Lastly, the course lists 10 ways for dental professionals to avoid getting in trouble with the Board. These include such matters as verifying the credentials and licensure of dentists, hygienists, and assistants employed under a dental practitioners practice, ensuring accurate and timely renewal of the practitioner’s license, and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Credits: 3.0

Price: 105.00

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The course objectives are designed to instruct the healthcare provider on the importance of medical records and informed consent and the potential impact upon the medical/legal world. The course will review examples of both good and poor medical record keeping and how the medical records are used in medical malpractice cases. The course will also review the importance of a proper informed consent and how informed consent can impact medical malpractice litigation. Finally, the course will review the elements of a Medical Malpractice Claim.

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This is a two-hour program designed to review medical errors and their impact in the medical/legal world. The course is broken down into three sections: 1. The significance of healthcare records in litigation; 2. Informed consent in litigation; 3. Understanding medical malpractice litigation.

Credits: 2.5

Price: 90.00

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Understand and know the core seven medications your office needs for medical emergencies • Recognize and discuss management of common medical emergencies including those related to sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Discuss potential complications of drugs used in sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Recognize adverse reactions to drugs and implement appropriate interventions, • Describe all contents within the emergency drug kit and know their uses • Recognize and treat any potential medical emergency situations • Know how to administer medications via IM/IO routes • Medical emergency algorithms associated with each emergency medications • Know how to use the Emergency Drug Checklist • Know how to use the Emergency Treatment Record • Thorough review of Emergency Drug Kit developed for dentists • Know the Six Links of Survival to make your office a Patient-Rescue Ready office • Review of office Medical Emergency Plan • Evaluation methods (written/online testing), • Office preparation, armamentarium, prevention and treatment of emergencies and emergency algorithms for common emergencies

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This course objectives will train, prepare and organize dentists and their staff to recognize, treat and hopefully prevent complications and emergencies including those related to sedation and anesthesia. 

Credits: 1.5

Price: 70.00

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• Developing and implementing Medical Emergency Plan for your office • Recognize and discuss management of common medical emergencies including those related to sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Thorough understanding of medical emergency planning, documentation and implementation including the following documents: Medical Emergency Plan CALL 911 Instructions Emergency Treatment Record Document Patient Safety Coordinator Duties Emergency Drug Checklist Emergency Medication STAT Chart 30 Second Emergency Response Protocol Monthly Mock Drill Log Local Anesthetic Monthly Inventory Log Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Checklist Medical Emergency Center Pre-Operative Medication Dosage Form Anesthesia Dosage Form “TIME-OUT” Pre-Procedural Checklist • Office preparation, armamentarium, prevention and treatment of emergencies and emergency algorithms for common emergencies • Review of medical emergency management program for your office • Development of Medical Emergency Mock Drills and the proper way to initiate them in your office • Development of Medical Emergency Algorithms and how they work together with the Mock Drills

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This course objectives will train, prepare and organize dentists and their staff to recognize, treat and hopefully prevent complications and emergencies including those related to sedation and anesthesia. 

Credits: 1.5

Price: 70.00

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Recognize and discuss management of common medical emergencies including those related to sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Discuss potential complications of drugs used in sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Recognize adverse reactions to drugs and implement appropriate interventions, • Describe emergency equipment such Automated External Defibrillators (AED), Vital Sign Monitors, Airway adjuncts, etc. • Demonstrate airway management and rescue techniques • Recognize and treat any potential medical emergency situations • Thorough understanding of medical emergency planning • Patient physical and medical evaluation, • Overview of complications of sedation and anesthesia • Patient monitoring techniques • Review of anatomy of the airway, • Thorough review of an Emergency Airway Kit for dentists • Review of emergency equipment needed within your office • Principals of airway management • Airway and emergency management algorithms • Review of office Medical Emergency Plan • Know the Six Links of Survival • Know the Emergency Treatment Record • Office preparation, armamentarium, prevention and treatment of emergencies and emergency algorithms for common emergencies Understand the following: -Bag Valve Mask Technique -Oxygen technique with nasal cannula -Oropharyngeal/Nasopharyngeal Technique -Advanced airways such as King LT, LMAs, Combitube -Intubation -Foreign Body Obstruction Removal -Cricothyrotomy -Review of an Airway Emergencies Kit -Medical Emergency Algorithm discussion of the following: Apnea patient Benzodiazepine overdose patient Narcotic overdose patient Laryngospasm patient Foreign Body Obstructed patient

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This course objectives will train, prepare and organize dentists and their staff to recognize, treat and hopefully prevent complications and emergencies including those related to sedation and anesthesia. 

Credits: 1.5

Price: 70.00

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Recognize and discuss management of common medical emergencies including those related to sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Discuss potential complications of drugs used in sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Recognize adverse reactions to drugs and implement appropriate interventions, • Describe emergency equipment such Automated External Defibrillators (AED), Vital Sign Monitors, Airway adjuncts, etc. • Recognize and treat any potential medical emergency situations • Thorough understanding of medical emergency planning, documentation and implementation • Patient physical and medical evaluation • Review of emergency equipment needed within your office • Medical emergency management algorithms • Review of office Medical Emergency Plan • Know the Six Links of Survival • Know the Emergency Treatment Record • Office preparation, armamentarium, prevention and treatment of emergencies and emergency algorithms for common emergencies • Review of medical emergency planning and documentation Thorough understanding of medical emergency algorithms involving the following: • -Sudden Cardiac Arrest Patient • -Anaphylaxis Patient -Angina/Myocardial Infarction Patient -Foreign Body Obstruction Patient -Seizure Patient -Asthmatic Attack Patient -Hypoglycemic Patient -Local Anesthetic Toxicity Patient -Stroke Patient -Emesis Patient -Hyperventilation Patient -Syncopal Patient

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This course objectives will train, prepare and organize dentists and their staff to recognize, treat and hopefully prevent complications and emergencies including those related to sedation and anesthesia. 

Credits: 2.0

Price: 70.00

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• Recognize and discuss management of common medical emergencies including those related to sedation and various forms of anesthesia • Discuss potential complications of drugs used in sedation and various forms of anesthesia (ie, over/under sedation, respiratory depression/cardiac airway, airway obstruction, etc.), • Recognize adverse reactions to drugs and implement appropriate interventions, • Describe emergency equipment such Automated External Defibrillators (AED), Vital Sign Monitors, Airway adjuncts, etc. • Describe all contents within the emergency drug kit and know their uses • Demonstrate airway management and rescue techniques • Recognize and treat any potential medical emergency situations • Know how to administer medications via IV/IM/IO routes • Thorough understanding of medical emergency planning, documentation and implementation • Participate and become proficient at all Skills Stations • Patient physical and medical evaluation, • Overview of complications of sedation and anesthesia • Patient monitoring techniques • Review of anatomy of the airway, • Thorough review of Emergency Drug Kit developed for dentists • Thorough review of an Emergency Airway Kit for dentists • Review of emergency equipment needed within your office • Principals of airway management • Airway and emergency management algorithms • Review of office Medical Emergency Plan • Evaluation methods (written/online testing), • Office preparation, armamentarium, prevention and treatment of emergencies and emergency algorithms for common emergencies • Review of medical emergency planning, implementation and documentation  

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This course objectives will train, prepare and organize dentists and their staff to recognize, treat and hopefully prevent complications and emergencies including those related to sedation and anesthesia.  The Complete ALSD course has a total of 4.5 Hours of Video course content. An additional .5 CE credits will be granted for taking the post-test.

Credits: 5.0

Price: 199.00

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The objectives of this course are to provide the dental clinician with no-nonsense, practical risk management information relating to dental office procedures and clinical situations. The practicing dentist will appreciate the everyday scenarios and specific clinical examples presented in the program, especially as they relate to alternative treatment plans, clinical judgment, patient cooperation, dental records, and patient termination.

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The course will address the most important, everyday, risk management issues in the clinical practice of dentistry, including the critical first impressions created by the dental office staff, confidentiality of office records, proper patient selection and patient (when necessary) termination, staff selection and termination, the distinction between substandard dental care and malpractice, and informed consent issues. The program will also discuss the essential contents of patient dental records, including all underlying diagnostic information and treatment plans. The relationship between alternative treatment plans and clinical judgment, in context with the standard of care, will also be discussed.

Credits: 3.0

Price: 105.00