Explanation should include

• use of emergency action plans (EAP)
• update of patient health history forms
• emergency standards for dental personnel
• written procedures and training for emergencies regarding anesthesia, sedation, and analgesia as outlined in the Virginia Board of Dentistry Laws and Regulations (Effective July 1, 2025). 

Process/Skill Questions:

• What should one do if a patient begins to have a seizure in the dental chair?
• What should one do to prepare the office for emergency procedures?
• What steps could one take to alert other dental office staff of a patient's medical conditions without violating the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Rules?