PART I: Introduction to Nitrous Oxide/ Oxygen Sedation 1. Discovery, History, and Evolution of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation 2. Guidelines for Best Practice 3. Pain and Anxiety Management 4. Desirable Characteristics of Nitrous Oxide/ Oxygen Sedation 5. Physical Properties and Pharmacokinetics/ Pharmacodynamics of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen PART II: Equipment and Application 6. Manufacturing, Use, and Distribution of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Gases 7. Delivery of Nitrous Oxide/Oxide Sedation 8.

Multidisciplinary Applications of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation PART III: Fundamentals of Administration 9. Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration and Airway Management 10. Nitrous Oxide and Its Interaction With the Body 11. Titration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Gases 12. Signs and Symptoms of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation PART IV: Administration Technique 13. Patient Assessment and Evaluation 14. Technique for Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Administration and Assessment of Recovery 15. Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation in Pediatrics PART V: Special Considerations 16.

Potential Biohazards for Health Personnel Associated with Chronic Exposure to Nitrous Oxide 17. Nitrous Oxide Abuse Issues 18. Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Administration 19. Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation PART VI: Conclusion 20. Future Trends in Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation Appendices : A. Safety Data Sheet - Nitrous Oxide B. Safety Data Sheet - Oxygen C. Blood Pressure Tables and Growth Charts for Boys and Girls D.

N?O/O? Sedation Patient Information E. Informed Consent for Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation F. Percent of Nitrous Oxide Administered G. Administration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation H. N?O/O? Minimal Sedation Record I. Troubleshooting J. Administration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation Clinical Competency Evaluation K. Economic Benefits Associated With Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Administration L.

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