Join alumni, current students and faculty from Pacific University Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene for the Sigma Phi Alpha 2025 Continuing Education Course on Nitrous Oxide & Oxygen Sedation: A Comprehensive Review.
This continuing education course provides an essential review and update on the use of nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation in dental hygiene practice. Participants will revisit fundamental principles — including pharmacology, indications, and contraindications — while also exploring recent updates in safety guidelines, legal considerations and best practices. The course will also cover patient assessment, monitoring protocols, and practical strategies to enhance confidence and competence in nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation administration. Designed for dental hygienists seeking to stay current with industry standards, this session offers valuable insights to ensure safe, effective, and ethical patient care.
At the end of this course participants will be able to:
- Understand the pharmacological properties, mechanism of action, and indications for use in dental hygiene practice.
- Discuss the latest regulations, safety protocols, and recommended practices for the administration of nitrous oxide.
- Identify proper patient selection criteria, contraindications, and strategies for managing patients during nitrous oxide administration.
- Refresh knowledge on equipment setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting common issues during nitrous oxide delivery.
- Explore legal responsibilities and ethical implications of using nitrous oxide in clinical settings.
The CE course will be available on Zoom and costs $30; optional gifts support the School of Dental Hygiene Studies Excellence Fund.
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