Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Flashcards
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Class:
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Analgesic, Anesthetic.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Mechanism of Action:
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Central nervous system depressant with analgesic properties.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Indications:
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Severe musculoskeletal pain and chest pain associated with ACS not relieved by nitro.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Contrindications:
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Decreased LOC, suspected pneumothorax, abdominal pain.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Precautions:
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Use in well ventilated areas / do not use with pregnant women.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Side Effects:
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Dizziness, N/V, decreased mental status.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Interactions:
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Not used with other sedative-hypnotics.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Dosage:
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Self administered - 50% nitrous oxide, 50% oxygen.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Routes:
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Inhalation via demand valve mask.
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Nitrous Oxide (Nitronox) Notes:
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Not being used by most AEMTs in NH.
