Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation

by Clark & Brunick

• ISBN13: 9780323019774
• ISBN10: 0323019773
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780323019774
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-07-22
• Publisher: Mosby
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Summary

Nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation is a reliable and efficient method of relieving pain, fear, and apprehension in patients undergoing surgical procedures. Emphasizing the use of nitrous oxide in dentistry, this practical handbook is designed to meet the needs of all healthcare professionals who may be using this method of sedation. The only nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation handbook written specifically as a chairside reference, this 2nd edition provides comprehensive coverage of all the principles for use of nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation as a means of pain and anxiety management.

Author Biography

Morris Clark, DDS, FACD Professor, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Director of Anesthesia Department of Surgical Dentistry, School of Dentistry Professor of Surgery, School of Medicine University of Colorado Health Sciences Center Denver, Colorado Ann Brunick, RDH, MS Chairperson and Professor Department of Dental Hygiene University of South Dakota Vermillion, South Dakota

Table of Contents

PART I INTRODUCTION TO NITROUS OXIDE/OXYGEN SEDATION	1	(75)
Practice Guidelines	3	(3)
History and Evolution of N2O/O2 Sedation	6	(10)
Pain and Anxiety Management	16	(12)
Comparison of N2O/O2 Sedation to Other Sedation Methods	28	(5)
Physical Properties and Pharmacokinetics of N2O	33	(8)
Manufacturing and Distribution of N2O and O2 Gases	41	(29)
Economic Benefits Associated with N2O/O2 Administration	70	(5)
PART II ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND ADMINISTRATION	75	(94)
Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration and Airway Management	77	(12)
N2O and its Interaction with the Body	89	(10)
Patient Assessment	99	(8)
Titration of N2O/O2 Gases	107	(4)
Signs and Symptoms of N2O/O2 Sedation	111	(7)
Technique for N2O/O2 Administration	118	(26)
Recovery from N2O/O2 Sedation	144	(5)
Multidisciplinary Application of N2O/O2 Sedation	149	(14)
Clinical Application of N2O/O2 Sedation in Pediatrics	163	(6)
PART III ISSUES OF SPECIAL CONSIDERATION	169	(36)
Potential Biohazards for Health Personnel Associated with Chronic Exposure to N2O	171	(14)
N2O Abuse Issues	185	(12)
Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding N2O Administration	197	(4)
Commonly Asked Questions Regarding N2O/O2 Sedation	201	(3)
Future Trends in N2O/O2 Sedation	204	(1)
APPENDIXES	205	(2)
A Manufacturers and Organizational Resources	207	(5)
B Percent of N2O/O2 Administered	212	(2)
C N2O/O2 Sedation Record	214	(1)
D Informed Consent for N2O/O2 Sedation	215	(1)
E Overview of Administration of N2O/O2 Sedation	216	(1)
F Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996	217	(3)
G Overview of CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines	220