inhalation sedation 2 Flashcards
What equipment is needed for inhalation sedation
- Gas cylinder of oxygen (white)
- Gas cylinder of nitrous oxide (blue)
- 2 pipes one for oxygen one for nitrous oxide
- Spare gas cylinders for oxygen and nitrous oxide
What is the average flow rate of nitrous oxide we give to an adult
6L / Min
What is active scavenging
Actively removing residual nitrous oxide
At what rate do we actively scavenge
45L/ Min
Name the 2 different types of nasal masks
- Autoclavable
- Single use
List some of the safety features used during inhalation sedation
- Colour coding gas tubes
- pin index system
- Minimum oxygen of 30%
- Oxygen flush
- Oxygen fail safe
- Reservoir bag
- Air trap valve
- Active scavenging
What is an oxygen flush and when is it delivered
Allows for 100% oxygen to be delivered in case of emergency
What is an oxygen fail safe
Ensures 100% nitrous oxide cannot be delivered
What does active scavenging help do
Reduce trace levels of nitrous oxide in the atmosphere
What does the pin index system ensure
Oxygen and nitrous oxide are connected to the correct fixings
What does a reservoir bad do
Assists in monitoring the patients breathing
What does the air entrainment valve allow for
The flow of atmospheric air into the system should the gases run out
How often is the inhalation sedation equipment serviced
Every 6-12 months
When should you check the equipment
Daily checks before use
Prior to doing the inhalation sedation what can we do with the patient
- Show them the nasal mask and let them try I ton
- Consent prior to the appoint
- Give pre op and post instructions