Nitrous Oxide Flashcards

1
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Nitrous Oxide Class

A

sedative/anesthetic gas

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2
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Nitrous Oxide Action

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CNS depressant

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3
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Nitrous Oxide Indication

A

Pain, sedation

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Nitrous Oxide Contraindication

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COPD, pneumothorax, bowel obstruction

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5
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Nitrous Oxide Dose/Route

A

self administered - inhaled

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Nitrous Oxide Side Effects

A

dizziness, hallucinations, N/V, AMS

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7
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Nitrous Oxide Other

A

Not ideal with pts unable to follow commands

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