staff should follow the following routine.Cease the operative procedure immediately.- Ensure that the mouth is cleared of all fluids by using high-volume suction.
).Fig. 4 .11 3. Turn the patient on to his or her side in the 'recovery' position ( 154- Consider the administration of 100% oxygen.
- If intravenous sedation is being used, leave the venflon in place so that emergency
drugs can be administered through it if required. - Consider monitoring pulse, blood pressure, and respiration. Be ready to start
resuscitation. - Dentist to stay with the patient until full signs of being awake are present (eyes
open, independent maintenance of the airways, and verbal contact). - Follow-up of the patient by review within 3 days.
- Full documentation of the incident.
- Inform the patient's general medical practitioner of the incident.
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Fig. 4.11 Recovery position.