Optional Sedation Rotation

Catalog description

This elective rotation will provide clinical instruction and experience in intravenous sedation for patients receiving dental treatment. This learning experience will concentrate on patient evaluation, venipuncture, drug administration, monitoring, intubation, airway management and post-operative evaluation. For residents that intend to practice in Missouri and obtain a conscious sedation permit, this four-week rotation will satisfy the airway requirement and provide supplemental sedation experience. Offered occasionally.