Effective Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration for Children

COURSE NUMBER: 92

Steven Schwartz, DDS; Jayakumar Jayaraman, BDS, MDS, FDSRCS, MS, PhD

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

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Overview

Administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis is a safe and effective technique for reducing and eliminating anxiety during dental treatment. This course on Effective Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Administration for Children will describe the objectives, indications and contraindications, and technique for successful administration of nitrous oxide to the pediatric patient.

Intended Audience:
Dentists, Dental Students
Date Course Online:
Nov 20, 2006
Last Revision Date:
Dec 16, 2021
Course Expiration Date:
Dec 15, 2024
Cost:
Free
Method:
Self-instructional
AGD Subject Code(s):
340, 430
Technical Requirements:
Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:

Understand the characteristics and properties of nitrous oxide.
Discuss the indications and contraindications for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
Discuss the objectives of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
Choose the right patient for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.
Discuss the administration technique for nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis.

Disclaimers

P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice. Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

Note: Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

Dr. Jayakumar Jayaraman reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Dr. Schwartz was a member of the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.

The P&G team wishes to express its sadness over the loss of our colleague and friend, Dr. Steven Schwartz, who passed away on October 25, 2018. He was a tremendous help on impacting thousands of dental professionals through CE, making dental...

Submission Information

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Recognition

Approved PACE Program Provider

THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY

Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.

8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.