Lecture 2 Key Points - Medical Emergencies I

Medical Emergency

Unexpected health crisis requiring immediate intervention.

Syncope

Temporary loss of consciousness due to reduced blood flow.

Preparedness Checklist

List of duties and protocols for emergency response.

Emergency Cart

Storage for essential emergency drugs and equipment.

Oxygen Delivery

Administered via nasal cannula or face mask.

Epinephrine

Adrenergic agonist used for anaphylaxis and severe asthma.

Nitroglycerin

Vasodilator for chest pain and myocardial infarction.

Albuterol

Bronchodilator for asthma, selective beta-2 agonist.

Glucose

Simple carbohydrate for treating hypoglycemia.

Atropine

Muscarinic antagonist for vasovagal syncope treatment.

Aspirin

Antithrombotic for myocardial infarction management.

Glucagon

Hormone increasing blood glucose during hypoglycemia.

Diphenhydramine

Antihistamine for allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.

Benzodiazepine

Medication for prolonged seizure activity management.

Hydrocortisone

Steroid for acute allergic reactions and adrenal insufficiency.

Team Approach

Collaborative effort among staff during emergencies.

Mock Drills

Practice sessions to reinforce emergency response protocols.

Emergency Code Word

Predefined term signaling an emergency situation.

Emergency Phone Numbers

Contact information for immediate assistance displayed prominently.

Oxygen Tanks

Checked regularly to ensure availability during emergencies.

Emergency Drug Expiration

Monthly checks to ensure drugs are not expired.

Crowd Control

Managing bystanders during a medical emergency.

Patient Monitoring

Continuous observation of patient status during emergencies.

Role of Doctor

Team leader responsible for patient care during emergencies.

Role of Dental Assistants

Support doctor and manage emergency equipment retrieval.

Role of Front Office Staff

Activate EMS and assist with crowd control.

FiO2

Fraction of inspired oxygen delivered to the patient.

pO2

Partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood.

SpO2

Oxygen saturation level in the blood.