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Nitrous Oxide Sedation Review

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Upon completion of this course, the student should:

  1. Understand the history of nitrous oxide sedation.

  2. Know the benefits and risks associated with nitrous oxide sedation.

  3. Identify the risks associated with nitrous oxide abuse.

  4. Understand how to administer nitrous oxide sedation.

  5. Know the contraindications of nitrous oxide use.

  6. Know how to properly document a sedation case.

  7. Understand the protocol for disinfection of sedation apparatus between patients.

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