NITROUS OXIDE MONITORING RENEWAL COURSE: AGD CODE: #132

Course overview

Learning Objectives: To provide updated information and review proper procedures and vital signs regarding nitrous oxide monitoring and emergency procedures during and after administration. This course provides three hours of didactic re-certification training for nitrous oxide analgesia monitoring. Emphasis will be placed on recognition of problems and complications during administration and how to quickly terminate administration. Topics to be reviewed: Proper medical history review and recognition of medical emergencies and the proper treatment. The techniques for nitrous oxide analgesia delivery and its effects on the body Preoxygenation, titration, monitoring and termination techniques of nitrous oxide analgesia delivery, signs, symptoms and treatment of complications of nitrous oxide analgesia administration, importance of scavenger systems and safety features.