Pre-anestheticPatientAssessment.pptVIP

Pre-anesthetic Patient Assessment Thorough Review of Medical History It is very important to evaluate the patient’s ability to tolerate local anesthetics and/or vasoconstrictors, allergic responses, and current medications To determine if contraindications or modifications to treatment are needed Help to prevent or minimize complications and emergencies Contraindications to LAs and Vasoconstrictors Absolute contraindications – the drug should not be administered under any circumstances Relative contraindications – the drug should be avoided; if a substitute is not available, a minimal dose