GA

Question 1

What is GA?

Answer 1

Medically controlled state of unconsciousness with loss of protective reflexes. Patients can’t feel pain, maintain ventilation and require assistance to breathe

Question 2

Contra indications

Answer 2

• GA risk
• a healthy cooperative child
• minimal dental needs
• infection
• active systemic disease
• child who didn’t fast

Question 3

Indications

Answer 3

• patients with medical condition that makes if a risk to treat in chair
• too young
• multiple XLAs
• mental or sensory problems
• special needs patients
• trauma
• history of failed LA or sedation

Question 4

Side effects

Answer 4

• nausea and vomiting
• chills
• sore throat
• confusion

Question 5

UWC PROTOCOL

Answer 5

1. 2x fluoride applications before GA
2. Bottle usage must stop
3. Oral hygiene must improve
4. Diet analysis must be returned by patient

• Medical history must be confirmed by add and consult arranged with anesthetist
• Permanent staff member must sign off GA
• Recall one week post op