Preventing medical emergencies : use of the medical history in dental practice

Pickett, Frieda Atherton (author.). Gurenlian, JoAnn R., (author.).

Record details

ISBN: 9781451194180 (paperback)
ISBN: 1451194188 (paperback)
Physical Description: print
ix, 241 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Edition: Third edition.
Publisher: Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer, [2015]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Using the medical history to prevent emergencies : risk assessment -- The American Dental Association health history form -- The dental history -- Medical information and current drug therapy -- Total joint replacement and potential effects of bisphosphonates -- Allergies to drugs, environmental substances, foods, and metals -- Substance abuse (controlled substances, tobacco use, alcohol) -- Women's issues (pregnancy, lactation, menopause) and antibiotic prophylaxis -- Blood-related abnormalities and diseases -- Medical conditions involving immunosuppression -- Medical conditions involving the cardiovascular system -- Medical conditions involving neurologic disorders -- Medical conditions involving gastrointestinal disorders and respiratory disease -- Medical conditions involving glaucoma, the kidneys, and thyroid disorders -- Analysis of information with clinical applications.