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Workshop Content
This course is designed for licensed dental hygienists who are interested in obtaining
an endorsement to administer local anesthesia and/or review pharmacological principles related to the use of local anesthetics in dentistry.
This pre-session self study and clinical workshop will provide you with the
didactic information and clinical experience required to take the Western
Regional Examination Board (WREB) Dental Hygiene Local Anesthesia Exam.
Additional topics to be reviewed in the course include:
- Pharmacology principles
- Nerve physiology
- Obtaining a baseline medical history
- Complications of local anesthesia
Self-Study/Clinical Workshop Format
- After registering, you will be sent a self-study guide. In preparation
for the course, you need to obtain a copy of the textbook and complete all
pre-session readings and exercises that are outlined in the course workbook.
- You should plan on four to six hours of pre-session study in advance of
the course.
- The on-campus course spans two days, any questions concerning the
reading material will be addressed and a review exam will take place on the
first day.
- Under the supervision and instruction of faculty, course participants
will administer anesthesia and will serve patients for each other.
Professional Malpractice/Liability Insurance Coverage
You must show proof of liability insurance on the first day of the workshop.
If you do not have insurance in force, it is suggested that you contact an
insurance agent immediately.
Pie Insurance
445 E 4500 S
SLC, UT 84107
801-262-0200
pie@pieutah.org
or
Seabury and Smith
1440 N Renaissance Drive
Park Ridge, IL 60068-1400
1-800-323-2106, ext. 34479
WREB Examination
Participants will be responsible for obtaining the information, testing dates, and the application for the WREB examination. This information should be obtained from www.wreb.org.
You can also obtain information from:
Western Regional Examining Board
1901 N. 25th Avenue, Suite 185
Phoenix, AZ 85021-2717
(602) 944-3315
http://www.wreb.org
This course prepares the student to apply for and participate in the WREB Anesthesia Examination. It is the applicant's responsibility to determine if this course satisfies state licensing requirements.*Any student requiring accommodations or services due to a disability must contact Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) in room 181 of the Student Service Center, 801-626-6413.
Cancellation Policy
The course will be cancelled in the event of insufficient registration.
Refunds will be limited to tuition fees only. |
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