NAC631.2225. Inspections and evaluations: Simulated emergencies.

A dentist’s office inspected or evaluated for the issuance or renewal of a general anesthesia permit or conscious sedation permit must meet the following minimum standards with regard to simulated emergencies. The dentist and his or her staff must demonstrate a knowledge of and a method of treatment for the following types of emergencies:

     1. Airway obstruction laryngospasm;

     2. Bronchospasm;

     3. Emesis and aspiration of foreign material under anesthesia;

     4. Angina pectoris;

     5. Myocardial infarction;

     6. Hypotension;

     7. Hypertension;

     8. Cardiac arrest;

     9. Allergic reaction;

     10. Convulsions;

     11. Hypoglycemia;

     12. Asthma;

     13. Respiratory depression;

     14. Allergy to or overdose from local anesthesia;

     15. Hyperventilation syndrome; and

     16. Syncope.

     (Added to NAC by Bd. of Dental Exam’rs, eff. 10-21-83; A by R005-99, 9-7-2000)