Emergency Procedures Protocol for Oral Surgery Practices

1. Emergency Response Team Roles

Primary Responder (Lead Surgeon)

• Assess patient condition
• Direct emergency response
• Perform necessary interventions

Assistant/Surgical Tech

• Prepare emergency equipment
• Assist with procedures
• Document interventions

Front Desk Staff

• Call emergency services (911)
• Clear access routes
• Coordinate with EMS

2. Common Emergency Scenarios

Excessive Bleeding

1. Apply direct pressure
2. Identify source
3. Place hemostatic agents
4. Consider suturing
5. Monitor vital signs

Respiratory Distress

1. Stop procedure immediately
2. Position patient appropriately
3. Assess airway
4. Administer oxygen if available
5. Prepare for intubation if necessary

Anaphylaxis

1. Stop procedure/remove allergen
2. Administer epinephrine
3. Start IV access
4. Monitor vital signs
5. Transfer to emergency care

3. Emergency Equipment Location

Main Surgery Suite

• Emergency kit
• Oxygen tank
• Suction equipment
• AED device

Recovery Area

• Backup emergency kit
• Vital signs monitor
• Emergency medications

4. Documentation Requirements

• Time of incident
• Vital signs
• Interventions performed
• Medications administered
• Transfer details

5. Post-Emergency Protocol

1. Team debriefing
2. Incident report completion
3. Equipment check/restocking
4. Patient follow-up plan
5. Quality improvement review