Course Description:

nitrous oxide

 

This course is worth 1 CE.

The relief of pain is among the primary goals of any health practitioner. Along with the inventions of modern forms of pain relief have come a renewed attention and appreciation for established ones, for example, nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation. This odorless and colorless gas was first used in dentistry in the mid-1800s. As taught by the Dean of DOCS Education’s faculty, Anthony Feck, DMD, you’ll gain an overview in “Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen Sedation for Adults and Children” of why this tool remains a mainstay of dental and medical practice.

According to Dr. Feck, who teaches nitrous courses to dentists around the nation, “the fact that nitrous is so established doesn’t mean there aren’t still misconceptions about this vital approach.” Among those is a failure to use scavenging systems to protect dentists and staff from excess exposure to unused gas, Dr. Feck explains.

“Children and adults respond differently to nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation, and dentists should understand what characterizes typical reactions from each group,” Dr. Feck explains. “With the right equipment, careful monitoring and case selection, and regard for unique patient responses, nitrous oxide remains a safe and flexible part of the dental armamentarium.”

Purchase of this course grants access for one year and requires an internet connection, a computer with video and audio capabilities, and in some cases, Adobe Reader to view handouts and articles. 

You can download this course and watch it anywhere using the DOCS APP. Get it on Google Play or the Apple Store.

Watch the video and complete the quiz to earn one CE credit.

Scientific support and additional resources are available here. 
Course Objectives

This one-hour course provides a CE credit and explores the basics of nitrous oxide and oxygen sedation. Participants will learn signs of over-sedation and which should trigger immediate medical attention. 

Scientific support and additional resources are available here. 

AGD Subject Codes

(AGD Code - Definition - Hours)

340 Anethesia and Pain Control (Inhalation techniques for conscious sedation) - 1 hour

TOTAL HOURS: 1 hour

Original release date: 4/5/2012
Reviewed/Updated: 12/24/2020
 

Cancellations, Transfers, and Returns:

DOCS online courses are available to the purchaser for one year from date of purchase.
No refund of course tuition is available.

 

Faculty

 
 
 
 
Dr. Anthony Feck
View Bio
 

How can I meet my state’s requirements?

To learn more about how DOCS Education’s full range of courses can satisfy your state’s regulatory requirements, visit www.SedationRegulations.com. This unique online resource is kept up-to-date with the latest in sedation legislation by DOCS Education’s fulltime regulatory counsel. Contact one of our course advisers with any questions or visit our course listings to see upcoming classes and locations.

DOCS Education courses carry the AGD PACE certification

DOCS Education is the nation’s premier provider of safe sedation and advanced dentistry education, having trained almost 24,000 dentists. Since 2000, our courses have been accepted by the AGD for Fellowship/Mastership and membership maintenance credit. We offer extensive CE opportunities, both in-person and online, that meet your needs.

What is DOCS Education?

DOCS Education is an exclusive community of professionals serving at the forefront of dentistry. We offer world-class courses on safe sedation and advanced dentistry, relying on instructors who are consistently ranked among the very best in the nation. We also are a supportive network of members who guide one another to be better, more confident, more successful dentists.