Nitrous Oxide Sedation and Occupational Safety in Dentistry – 3 Hours

Description

This is an online self-study course designed for dental settings that provides evidence-based information on using Nitrous Oxide Sedation and Occupational Safety. The course covers a comprehensive review of the history of nitrous oxide’s chemical and physical properties, clinical administration of N2O, patient selection criteria, and the latest OSHA guidelines for workplace safety. It also includes methods to minimize exposure for dental healthcare professionals.

NOTE: This is a Continuing Education course for licensed professionals, NOT a certification course.

Upon completion of this course (Nitrous Oxide Sedation and Occupational Safety), you will be able to learn: 

• The history and mechanism of action of Nitrous Oxide as an anesthetic agent.
• Indications for use of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia/anxiolysis
• The administration process of Nitrous oxide.
• Contraindications for use of Nitrous Oxide in clinical dentistry.
• Patient assessment is needed to evaluate suitability for nitrous oxide sedation.
• Post-procedural side effects (signs and symptoms) of exposure.
• Nitrous Oxide utilization in a dental practice.
• OSHA/NIOSH workplace monitoring, safety guidelines, and recommendations.
• Post-exposure evaluation of employees in a dental office.

Contact Hours : 3 (Three)  

Fee: $30 / Participant (Group discount available for > 5 participants) 

Author: Stephen Lau, DDS, General Dentist practicing for over 25 years. 

AGD PACE Subject Code: 132 – Anesthesia and Pain Control (Electives) – Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Teaching Method:  Online Independent Self-Study Course (Training + Post-Test). Requires Computer & Internet.

Course Completion Certificate: A Printable (Pdf) Certificate By Email.

Target Audience: Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Assistants.

NOTE: This is a Continuing Education course for licensed professionals, NOT a certification course.

Provider/Author Disclosure: Biologix Solutions LLC has no commercial interest in any products or services discussed or shared in this educational activity or with the commercial supporter. No manufacturer or third party has had any input into course content development.

Biologix Solutions LLC – Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 4/20/2013 to 4/30/2025. Provider ID# 352738

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AGD PACE / CE Broker Reporting: Within 24 Hours of Completion.