Pain Relief in Oral CareLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

The student is able to explain the phenomenon of pain. S/he can explain the neuroanatomy and – physiology and vascularity of the head. S/he is able to find out the premedication to be used in treatment of fearful patients. S/he is able to use surface and local anesthesia safely for pain relief. The student is able to evaluate general and local complications, and implement their care and first aid. The student is able to develop painless treatment.

Content

• Pain as a phenomenon
• Anatomy, especially neuroanatomia - physiology and vascularity of the head
• Pharmacology of local anaesthetics and premedication
• Anaesthetizing techniques
• Exercises of surface and local anaesthesia
• Patient safety and multi-professional co-operation
• General and local complications, their treatment and first aid
• Quality assurance in promotion of painless treatment

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The descriptions of evaluation (see appendix)

Further information

Prerequisites
Health Coaching of Peer Student and Oral Health Care, Oral Health and Health Coaching of Children and Adolescents