Nitrous Oxide Flashcards
1
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Nitrous Oxide Class
A
sedative/anesthetic gas
2
Q
Nitrous Oxide Action
A
CNS depressant
3
Q
Nitrous Oxide Indication
A
Pain, sedation
4
Q
Nitrous Oxide Contraindication
A
COPD, pneumothorax, bowel obstruction
5
Q
Nitrous Oxide Dose/Route
A
self administered - inhaled
6
Q
Nitrous Oxide Side Effects
A
dizziness, hallucinations, N/V, AMS
7
Q
Nitrous Oxide Other
A
Not ideal with pts unable to follow commands