ADBA Dental Anesth case studies
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The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology (ADBA) is the national certifying board for Dental Anesthesiology, recognized by the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards with the recognition status of Recognition. Its stated mission is to elevate the standards and advance the art and science of anesthesiology in dentistry, thereby optimizing patient care. Board certification is intended for dentist anesthesiologists who have completed residency training and wish to demonstrate that they meet the profession's highest standard; successful candidates become Diplomates and appear in the board's verification directory. The certification process has two assessment components: a written examination of didactic knowledge in dental anesthesiology and a case-based oral examination testing clinical judgment. The ADBA Dental Anesth case studies are 5 cases and about 2,986 words.
1The Hypertensive Patient Who Needs an Extraction Today
A 58-year-old man presents for extraction of a non-restorable mandibular first molar. He reports a history of hypertension and takes amlodipine 10 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg daily.
591 words, about 3 min2Sedation Depth Creep in a Patient With OSA
A 47-year-old woman (BMI 38, STOP-BANG 6, diagnosed OSA, uses CPAP at home but did not bring it) presents for removal of two impacted third molars. You plan moderate sedation with midazolam and fentanyl, plus local anesthesia.
597 words, about 3 min3Local Anesthetic Toxicity During a Long Block
A 34-year-old woman, 60 kg, is receiving a mandibular block and multiple infiltrations for a full-mouth restorative appointment. She has no significant medical history and takes no medications.
578 words, about 3 min4The Anticoagulated Patient and a Surgical Extraction
A 71-year-old man requires surgical extraction of a periodontally involved mandibular molar with anticipated bone removal. His medications include apixaban 5 mg twice daily for atrial fibrillation, metoprolol, and atorvastatin.
612 words, about 3 min5The Child Who Cannot Be Safely Sedated in the Office
A 5-year-old boy, 18 kg, presents for treatment of early childhood caries affecting multiple maxillary primary teeth. He is healthy (ASA I), has no allergies, and takes no medications.
608 words, about 3 min