Entonox Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation
A
50% nitrous oxide, 50% oxygen
2
Q
Indications
A
Moderate- severe pain, labour pains
3
Q
Contra- indications
A
Head injuries, unconscious, decompression sickness, dived within 24hrs, disturbed psychiatric patients, GI obstruction
4
Q
Cautions
A
Tension pneumothorax, penetrating torso injuries
5
Q
Side effects
A
None
6
Q
What should you do in cold weather
A
Invert cylinder