Nitrous Oxide Sedation 101 (An Introduction to Passing Gas)

This pre-recorded self-study course is designed to expose the participants to the use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen sedation in their practices. Topics discussed will include indications and contraindications of nitrous oxide sedation, patient evaluation, delivery systems, monitoring equipment, and the technique for delivery. The course content will be beneficial to both hygienists and dentists.

4 CE Hours

Subject Code:

340 - Anesthesia & Pain Management

Date Milestones

Release Date

December 16, 2023

Review Date

Expiration Date

December 16, 2026

Course

Presented by Steven Bookless
D.D.S., M.B.A., S.A.

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PACE Academy of General Dentistry Program Approval for Continuing Education

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Course Description

Anesthesia, Pain Management

This pre-recorded self-study course is designed to expose the participants to the use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen sedation in their practices. Topics discussed will include a historical perspective, indications and contraindications of nitrous oxide sedation, patient evaluation, delivery systems, monitoring equipment, and the technique for delivery. The course content will be beneficial to both hygienists and dentists.

1. Discussion of Pain and Anxiety Control
2. Anesthesia Techniques
3. Stages of Anesthesia
4. Anatomy and Physiology Related to the Delivery of Nitrous Oxide Sedation
5. Components of the Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Delivery Systems
6. Fail Safe Mechanisms
7. Indications and Contraindications for the use of Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation
8. Pre-sedation Patient Evaluation
9. Patient Monitoring Systems
10. Technique of Delivery
11. Voluntary audience participation and discussion of treatment options

Course Objectives

At the completion of this course the participants should be able to:

Explain the Mechanism of How Nitrous Oxide Exerts its Effects
Explain the Stages of Anesthesia and their Importance
Describe the Physical Properties of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen
Explain the Safety Features of the Delivery System
Describe the Indications and Contraindications for Using Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation
Describe the Critical Areas of the Pre-procedure Physical Evaluation
Describe the Monitoring Equipment Necessary for Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation
Describe the Post-sedation Recovery Procedure

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Wonderful speaker!

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Relatable to Work

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Clear, concise information

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Cases Were Helpful

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The Best Course I Have Ever Taken

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Delivered the Class Well

"Dr.Bookless delivered the class well with some fun & humor."

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Realistic

"I really enjoyed the series of how realistic these issues are! Great Fabulous job!"

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Great Course

"Great course- very Interesting."

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Approachable

"Very Detailed. Dr. Bookless is very approachable. I was not worried about asking a question."

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Explained the Material Very Clearly!

"Dr. Bookless described/explained the material very clearly!"

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Discussion

"I liked the discussion regarding medical contraindications to nitrous and the mechanism of action."

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Exciting

"I was dreading my first 6 hour Webinar, but it went by faster than expected where the information was presented in an exciting manner."

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Thoroughness and scope

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