Whether beginning or refining your skills in nitrous oxide administration, this practical course gives you the capacity to reduce patient anxiety and fears. This four-part course aligns with the Minnesota Board of Dentistry’s 12-hour training requirement. The program includes four hours of self-study via textbook, three hours of instructor-led video-based training, two hours of case study assignments, and three hours of instructor-monitored clinical experience. The hands-on clinical training focuses on administering three individual analgesia cases and supervised clinical experience using fail-safe anesthesia equipment capable of positive pressure respiration. Pre-clinical coursework assignments will commence between October 10 and November 11, 2023. Onsite clinical training will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
Register for Upcoming Sessions
November 11, 2023 8:00 am - November 11, 2023 3:00 pm
All times for all events are in local Central Time.
Session Location:
University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Minneapolis Campus
Session A: 8:00 to 11:00 AM
Course Number: CF3377
Enrollment is limited to 15. Registration for this session is closed.
Session B: 12:00 to 3:00 PM
Course Number: CF3378
Enrollment is limited to 15. Registration for this session is closed.
Learn How To
- Identify the medical history and medical emergency concerns related to the use of nitrous oxide sedation
- Provide nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation sedation effectively and safely for children and adults
- Titrate levels of nitrous oxide administration according to individual patient needs
- Document the use of nitrous oxide sedation in the patient record
- Use and maintain nitrous oxide equipment
- Prevent occupational hazards associated with nitrous oxide sedation
Note
- This is a four-part course. Review the schedule tab for assignments & deadlines.
- Pregnant women are not eligible to participate in this course.
- You will receive access to a Google drive team folder & links via email. This virtual folder will contain your course videos, case studies, and assignments.
Training Methods
Pre-course self-study reading assignments, illustrated video presentations, case studies and assignments. Onsite training includes demonstration, hands-on exercises and discussion.