Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Inhalation Sedation Certification Course
| Dates: | June 5-6, 2025 |
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| Meets: | Th from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Cost: | $600.00 |
There are still openings remaining at this time.
Description: This course is designed to certify the participants in nitrous oxide administration. This course aligns with the training requirements of the South Dakota Board of Dentistry. The program includes self-study via textbook, instructor-led didactic lectures and hands-on clinical training.
Objectives:
1. Understand the historical perspectives of N2O/O2 sedation.
2. Recognize N2O/O2 sedation as a safe and effective method for pain and anxiety management.
3. Identify the physiologic mechanism of pain.
4. Recognize methods for assessing and measuring fear and anxiety.
5. Identify the desirable characteristics of N2O/O2 sedation.
6. Recognize the physical and chemical properties of nitrous oxide and oxygen.
7. Recognize the pharmacokinetic properties of nitrous oxide.
8. Describe the manufacturing process of nitrous oxide.
9. Identify the parts associated with the delivery systems and understand their purpose.
10. Review principles of respiratory anatomy and physiology.
11. Discuss the clinical significane of diffusion hypoxia with N2O/O2 sedation.
12. Identify how nitrous oxide interacts with the body's systems and medication.
13. Describe the procedure for patient assessment prior to N2O/O2 sedation.
14. Recognize signs and symptoms of ideal sedation using nitrous oxide and oxygen.
15. Recognize signs and symptoms of oversedation using nitrous oxide and oxygen.
16. Describe and demonstrate the appropriate administration technique for N2O/O2 sedation.
17. Determine the appropriate recovery status of a patient following N2O/O2 sedation.
18. Demonstrate the appropriate technique for assessing recovery.
19. Identify prudent record keeping measures.
20. Identify principles of N2O/O2 use in pediatric patients.
21. Identify the biohazard issues regarding chronic exposure to nitrous oxide.
22. Identify specific health concerns regarding occupational exposure to nitrous oxide.
23. Discuss legislative and regulation issues regarding nitrous oxide abuse.
24. Recognize appropriate ethical and legal principles that apply to the use of N2O/O2 sedation.
25. Identify future trends for the use of N2O/O2 sedation.
Presenter: Ann Brunick, MS, RDH Professor Emeritus, Department of Dental Hygiene, School of Health Sciences, University of South Dakota
Schedule: June 5-6, 2025 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST
Program:
Thursday, June 5, 2025
8:30 Introduction and Course Overview
Pain and Anxiety Management
Rationale for N2O/O2 Sedation
History and Evolution of N2O/O2 Sedation
Physical Properties and Pharmacokinetics of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen
Manufacturing and Physical Distribution of N2O and O2
12:00 Lunch on your own
12:30 Anatomy and Physiology of Respiration
Airway Management
Interaction with the Body
Patient Assessment
Titration
Signs and Symptoms of Analgesia/Sedation
Friday, June 6, 2025
8:30 Abuse Potential
Biohazard Concern/Scavenging Trace Gas
Ethical and Legal Considerations
Technique of Administration and Recovery
Clinical Experiences with N2O/O2 Sedation
Groups will consist of 2-4 participants. For each administrative experience, the operator will follow the steps listed on the process evaluation form and complete a sedation record. When not actively performing the administration technique, other group members will be monitoring the patient for signs and symptoms of sedation. At least two administration/monitoring experiences are required to complete the clinical session.
Lunch and debriefing
Course wrap-up will occur when clinic finishes. Please turn in the exam, complete the course evaluation, and obtain the certificate of course completion prior to leaving.
Questions? Please contact us: 605-658-5960 or email [email protected] See more Dental Hygiene CE Courses
Refund Policy
Lectures and Webinars:
A full refund will be given if you cancel at least one week (five working days) before the program. If you cancel less than one week prior to the program, a $50 processing fee will be deducted from your refund.
Participation/Certification Programs:
A full refund will be issued if you cancel at least one month (30 total days) before the first program session. If you cancel less than 30 days prior to the program, a late-cancellation fee of $100 will be deducted from your refund.
Home Study/On-Demand Courses:
There are no refunds for home study or online courses once you have registered. Please review the course details before making the non-refundable registration payment.
*Please note, course may be cancelled due to inadequate amount of registrants. A full refund will be given if the Department of Dental Hygiene cancels a course for any reason.
| Fee: | $600.00 |
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| Hours: | 16.00 |
Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Course Fee (Basic) | RDA/RDH Registration Fee | $ 600.00 |
| Course Fee (Alternate) | DDS/DMD Registration Fee | $ 700.00 |
Ann Brunick, MS, RDH
Professor EmeritusDepartment of Dental Hygiene
School of Health Sciences
University of South Dakota