ABOUT THIS COURSE
Is the course approved?
Yes, the course is approved by the Tennessee
Board of Dentistry. It is considered an education course.
Therefore you do not receive continuing education credit unless you
are already certified to administer and monitor nitrous oxide analgesia.
What is the difference between a basic
education course and continuing education? A
basic education course certifies you to perform duties delegated to
you by the practice act. Continuing education enhances the
performance of what you are already allowed to do.
Who is eligible?
Applicants must be a licensed dental hygienist in the State of Tennessee or students in an
American Dental Association accredited dental
hygiene program.
Will I receive continuing education
credits? No, not unless you are
already certified in the administration of nitrous oxide/oxygen
sedation and are taking this course as a refresher.
Where is the course held? The
course is held at different locations. Go to "register" to see
where the courses are being held.
Who are the
instructors? The principle clinical
instructor is Dr. William Johnson, founder of Dentedonline. He
is also Director of the Dental Auxiliary
Programs at Chattanooga State Technical Community College in
Chattanooga, TN . Dr. Johnson may be assisted by
other dentists or dental hygiene instructors who hold
administration and monitoring certification.
When is the course offered?
There are several dates to choose from. Go
to "register" at the top of the page to see the dates.
How much does it cost?
The fee for the course is $300.
When do I have to Pay?
Payment is expected within 10 days after registering.
A place in the class will be secured as soon as payment is received.
What is your refund policy?
You will receive a full refund (minus a $25
processing fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before the course.
You will receive a 50% refund f you cancel less than 30 days before
the course.
How
do I register for the course? Simply go to register
at the top of this page.
Do I have to take a test afterwards?
There is a written test taken the
day you take the course. If you pass, you will be issued a new
certificate from the Board of Dentistry with administration and
monitoring of nitrous oxide certification added to your license. Once
you receive the certificate, you will be authorized to
immediately begin administering nitrous
oxide/sedation to patients.
Do I have to contact the Board of
Dentistry afterwards? No, we
will take care of that. The Board of Dentistry will issue
you an administering and monitoring certificate in 2 to 4 weeks after
the course is taken.
Do I need to bring anything to the course?
No, everything will be provided.
What will I learn?
After completing this course, you
will be able to;
 | Adhere to Tennessee laws that pertain
to nitrous oxide administration and monitoring, |
| Compare the physiological to the
psychological aspects of pain, |
| Describe the organization and function
of the adult and pediatric respiratory system, |
| Describe the organization and function
of the adult and pediatric circulatory system, |
| Evaluate conditions noted on medical
histories that may require alterations in care, |
| Take vital signs and evaluate the
results, |
| Describe the condition of a patient in
each of the four stages of anesthesia, |
| Recognize the signs and symptoms of
light, moderate, and deep analgesia, |
| Manipulate the controls on the nitrous
oxide equipment to properly titrate the dose of nitrous oxide,
Discuss the physical and chemical properties of nitrous oxide, |
| List the possible side effects of
nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Recognize the reported sexual phenomena
and hallucinatory effects associated with nitrous oxide use, |
| Recognize the potential for abuse of
nitrous oxide, |
| Recognize signs that a patient is
experiencing an adverse reaction to nitrous oxide, |
| Describe the procedure of induction and
termination of nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Recognize potential life threatening
situations related to nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Respond to potential life threatening
situations related to nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Identify risks and potential hazards of
long term exposure to nitrous oxide, |
| Outline methods of reducing unnecessary
exposure to nitrous oxide by dental staff, List the indications and
contraindications for nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Provide post operative instructions to
patients who have received nitrous oxide analgesia, |
| Summarize the American Society of
Anesthesiology recommendations for the use of nitrous oxide
analgesia. |
