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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 617.6026 EAN: 9780781740951 Edition: 1 ISBN: 0781740959 Label: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Manufacturer: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 352 Publication Date: September 01, 2004 Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Studio: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Editorial Review: Product Description: Written specifically for dental professionals, this text describes ways to prevent and manage medical emergencies in the dental office. The text format follows the outline of the American Dental Association's medical history form and covers patient assessment skills, general pathophysiology, and medical management of compromised patients. Readers will learn screening techniques for identifying patients at risk for complications, as well as ways to manage in-office emergencies such as adverse drug interactions. Case studies and exercises in each chapter make the book ideal for both self-paced review and classroom study. Average Rating:
 Rating: - Good overview for hygiene studentsThis book provides a comprehensive overview of health conditions and dental implications. Of particular usefulness to hygiene students studying for the National Board, are the multiple choice questions & case studies. The beginning of each section also lists definitions. Although it is comprehensive, it would be better if it included a bit more detail. Example: mentions Tetralogy of Fallot but does not define/describe. There are other areas that could have been more in depth or more detailed. ... Read More |
