IMPLICATIONS OF THE HYPERTENSIVE PATIENT

Course overview

Awareness, prevention, and dental considerations for treatment of the hypertensive patient. Common hypertension medications, possible complications and interactions with dental therapeutics.~Author: Judy Campbell Karpis, RDH, Ed.D. ***Course Objectives: 1. Recognize signs and symptoms of the hypertensive patient. 2. Review related dental implications and drug interactions. 3. Learn how and why dental professionals should take blood pressure readings.