Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation / Edition 5

by Morris S. Clark DDS, FACD, Ann L. Brunick RDH, MS

Overview

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.

• Step-by-step administration techniques and responses to frequently asked questions provide practical information for everyday use of N2O/O2.
• Concise, outline format and convenient, portable size make this handbook easy to use in the clinical setting.
• Current American Society of Anesthesiologists classification system familiarizes you with ASA guidelines for assessing patients with medical risk.
• Information on current equipment in analgesia delivery shows how each component works so you can see and compare what's new in the field.
• In-depth discussion of recovery from N2O/O2 helps you better determine when it's appropriate to release a patient.
• Sample forms (sedation record, informed consent, etc.) are provided - copy and use them as needed.

• New icons speed you to important information on indications, considerations, and contraindications for nitrous oxide.
• The latest information on biohazards provides current guidelines for proper monitoring.
• Increased content on pediatric sedation enables you to provide specialized care to younger patients.
• Expanded art program, including integral sections of color-coded equipment, improving your understanding of proper handling and procedures.
• Additional step-by-step photos highlight the most current techniques and equipment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323567428
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	06/13/2019
Edition description:	5th ed.
Pages:	256
Sales rank:	605,061
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Ann Brunick is the Dean of Health Sciences and Chairperson and Professor of Dental Hygiene at the University of South Dakota. In addition to Handbook of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation, she has contributed to other dental hygiene texts.

Table of Contents

PART I: INTRODUCTION TO NITROUS OXIDE/OXYGEN SEDATION
1. Practice guidelines
2. History and evolution of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
3. Pain and anxiety management
4. Comparison of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation to other sedation methods
5. Physical properties and pharmacokinetics of nitrous oxide and oxygen
6. Manufacturing and distribution of nitrous oxide and oxygen gases
7. Economic benefits associated with nitrous oxide and oxygen administration
PART II: ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY AND ADMINISTRATION
8. Anatomy and physiology of respiration and airway management
9. Nitrous oxide interaction with the body
10. Patient assessment
11. Titration of nitrous oxide and oxygen gases
12. Signs and symptoms of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
13. Technique for nitrous oxide and oxygen administration
14. Recovery from nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
15. Multidisciplinary application of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
16. Clinical application of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation in pediatrics
PART III: ISSUES OF SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
17. Potential biohazards for health personnel associated with chronic exposure to nitrous oxide
18. Nitrous oxide abuse issues
19. Ethical and legal concerns regarding nitrous oxide administration
20. Commonly asked questions regarding nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
21. Future trends in nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Manufacturers and Organizational Resources
Appendix B: Percent of N2O Administered
Appendix C: N2O/O2 Sedation Record
Appendix D: Informed Consent
Appendix E: Overview of Administration of N2O/O2 Sedation
Appendix F: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
Appendix G: Overview of CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines

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From the Publisher

The only chairside reference for nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Lou Graham, DDS (University of Chicago Medical Center)
Description: This handbook reviews all the necessary information regarding the various areas involved with nitrous oxide sedation.
Purpose: The purpose is to reeducate the reader about nitrous oxide. Such an objective is worthy due to the use of nitrous oxide in dentistry. This objective is met, and the book is casual in style and easy to read.
Audience: It is written for both practitioners and students. The authors are both very credible on the subject matter.
Features: It covers clinical and nonclinical areas; an historical overview; ethical and legal concerns; risks and benefits; and reviews on pain and anxiety, economical considerations, and physical properties. The best feature is style, as it is very easy to read. It is thus easily available to handle a quick question, or review an area regarding the subject.
Assessment: This is a quality, easy to read handbook about nitrous oxide. For both the neophyte or traditional user, this is a text that can be of benefit to the reader.

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