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Table of Contents
Part I: Introduction to Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Sedation 1. Discovery, History, and Evolution of N2O/O2 Sedation 2. Guidelines for Best Practice 3. Pain and Anxiety Management 4. Desirable Characteristics of N2O/O2 Sedation 5. Physical Properties and Pharmacokinetics/Pharmacodynamics of N2O 6. Manufacturing and Distribution of N2O and O2 Gases 7. Economic Benefits Associated with N2O/O2 Sedation
Part II: Anatomy, Physiology, and Administration 8. Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration and Airway Management 9. N2O and Its Interactions with the Body 10. Patient Assessment 11. Titration of N2O and O2 Gases 12. Signs and Symptoms of N2O/O2 Sedation 13. Technique for N2O/O2 Administration and Assessment of Recovery 14. Multidisciplinary Application of N2O/O2 Sedation 15. N2O/O2 Sedation in Pediatric Dentistry
Part III: Issues of Special Consideration 16. Potential Biohazards for Health Personnel Associated with Chronic Exposure to N2O 17. Nitrous Oxide Abuse Issues 18. Ethical and Legal Considerations Regarding N2O/O2 Administration 19. Frequently Asked Questions Regarding N2O/O2 Sedation 20. Future Trends in N2O/O2 Sedation
Appendices A. Sample Safety Data Sheet B. Sample Safety Data Sheet C. Blood Pressure Tables and Growth Charts for Boys and Girls D. Informed Consent for N2O/O2 Sedation E. Percent of N2O/O2 Administered F. Administration of N2O/O2 Sedation G. N2O/O2 Sedation Record H. Administration of N2O/O2 Sedation: Clinical Competency Evaluation I. Economic Benefits Associated with N2O/O2�Administration
Index