nitrous oxide 50%

Question 1

Trade name for nitrous oxide

Answer 1

Nitronox

Question 2

Class for nitrous oxide

Answer 2

Inhaled analgesic

Question 3

Standard supplies for nitrous oxide

Answer 3

D & E cylinders with a fixed ratio setup of nitrous oxide 50% and oxygen 50% with a self-administering mask

Question 4

MOA for nitrous oxide

Answer 4

Alleviates pain by depressing the central nervous system

Question 5

Indication for nitrous oxide

Answer 5

Pain management

Question 6

Contraindications for nitrous oxide

Answer 6

The Pt cannot understand verbal instructions for the use of the drug
Alcohol intoxication
Head injury
Abdominal pain and distension

Question 7

Adverse reactions to nitrous oxide

Answer 7

Headache
Dizziness
Giddiness
Nausea
Vomiting

Question 8

Route of administration for nitrous oxide

Answer 8

Inhalation

Question 9

Onset/Peak/Duration for nitrous oxide

Answer 9

O: 30 seconds
P: 1 minute
D: 1-5 minutes

Question 10

Adult dosage for nitrous oxide

Answer 10

Self-administered and self regulated inhalation by the Pt

Question 11

Pediatric dosage for nitrous oxide

Answer 11

Self-administered and self-regulated inhalation by the Pt

Question 12

Special considerations for nitrous oxide

Answer 12

Pt must hold the mask to their face while inhaling the drug