The only product of its kind focused specifically on nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation (N2O/O2), Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, 6th Edition, is an ideal educational guide and chairside reference, offering comprehensive coverage of its science, administration, and troubleshooting to ensure safe and effective pain and anxiety management in dental and healthcare settings. The user-friendly outline format provides summary tables and boxes, clear illustrations, step-by-step techniques with photos, and review questions and critical thinking exercises - right when and where you need them. Featuring updated visuals of the latest equipment and procedures, along with an enhanced digital version that includes a 75-question mock exam and customizable learning tools, this edition combines evidence-based content with practical resources to support education and confident clinical practice.
Part 1: 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/Oxygen 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. SDS Nitrous Oxide B. SDS Oxygen C. Blood Pressure Tables and Growth Charts for Boys and Girls D. Patient Information E. Informed Consent F. Percent of Nitrous Oxide Administered G. Administration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation H. N2O/O2 Minimal Sedation Record I. Troubleshooting J. Administration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation K. Economic Benefits Associated with Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Administration L. Mock Exam and Answer Key
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