Nitrous oxide Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
General anesthetic and analgesic
2
Q
Pharmacology and actions
A
Self administered analgesic gas compound of 50% oxygen and 50% nitrous oxide.
3
Q
Indications
A
- musculoskeletal injury/pain
- burns
- severe anxiety including hyperventilating
- ischemic chest pain
4
Q
Contraindications
A
- ALCOC
- COPD
- Pneumothorax
- Bowel obstruction
5
Q
Precautions and side effects
A
- dizziness
- ALOC
- hallucination
- N/V
6
Q
Dosage
A
Self administered until pain in relieved or patient drops mask
