More and more dental professionals are finding that N2O/O2 is a reliable and efficient method of relieving pain, fear, and apprehension in patients undergoing surgical procedures - and is quickly and easily reversed without unwanted side effects. The third edition of this unique chairside handbook is an invaluable resource for this method of sedation. It provides step-by-step techniques of all the uses of N2O/O2 as a means of pain and anxiety management, and is written at a level that can be easily understood by dental students and professionals of all levels.
1. Guidelines for Best Practice
2. History and Evolution of N2O/O2 Sedation
3. Pain and Anxiety Management
4. Comparison of N2O/O2 Sedation to Other Sedation Methods
5. Physical Properties and Pharmacokinetics of N2O
6. Manufacturing and Distribution of N2O and O2 Gases
7. Economic Benefits Associated with N2O/O2 Administration
Part II: Anatomy, Physiology, and Administration
8. Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration and Airway Management
9. N2O and its Interaction with the Body
10. Patient Assessment
11. Titration of N2O/O2 Gases
12. Signs and Symptoms of N2O/O2 Sedation
13. Technique for N2O/O2 Administration
14. Recovery from N2O/O2 Sedation
15. Multidisciplinary Application of N2O/O2 Sedation
16. Clinical Application of N2O/O2 Sedation in Pediatrics
Part III: Issues of Special Consideration
17. Potential Biohazards for Health Personnel Associated with Chronic Exposure to N2O
18. N2O Abuse Issues
19. Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding N2O Administration
20. Commonly Asked Questions Regarding N2O/O2 Sedation
21. Future Trends in N2O/O2 Sedation
Appendixes
A. Manufacturers and Organizational Resources
B. Percent of N2O/O2 Administered
C. N2O/O2 Sedation Record
D. Informed Consent for N2O/O2 Sedation
E. Overview of Administration of N2O/O2 Sedation