Which certification is required for dentists that provide general anesthesia?

 # Which certification is required for dentists that provide general anesthesia? 

a. Basic life support (BLS). 

b. Emergency medical training (EMT). 

c. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 

d. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). 

The correct answer is D. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS).

Dentists that provide general anesthesia must be certifed in ACLS for their licensure; BLS certifcation is inadequate. Many states mandate, and the current standard of care necessitates, certifcation in ACLS training for dentists providing general anesthesia. 

ACLS:

For healthcare professionals who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies and for personnel in emergency response

What does this course teach?

• Basic life support skills, including effective chest compressions, use of a bag-mask device, and use of an AED
• Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest
• Recognition and early management of peri-arrest conditions such as symptomatic bradycardia
• Airway management
• Related pharmacology
• Management of ACS and stroke
• Effective communication as a member and leader of a resuscitation team