This course is designed to increase health care providers’ knowledge of the pharmacology, clinical effects, and clinical applications of nitrous oxide in pediatric procedural sedation. Using interactive scenarios and observing administration of nitrous oxide during patient care, the learner will gain understanding of appropriate use of nitrous oxide for pediatric medical procedural sedation. This two-day course is intended to provide sedation practitioners with the basic knowledge and core competencies that promote safe and effective nitrous oxide procedural sedation to children. The course is designed to meet the needs of the experienced sedation provider seeking both didactic- and simulation-based education and training.
Course Objectives
- Evaluate the pharmacology and clinical application of nitrous oxide and weigh the advantages, disadvantages, efficacy and adverse events
- Recognize the role of nitrous oxide in pediatric sedation
- Review the delivery machine used for administration of nitrous oxide
- Become proficient in administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide by practicing with inhalation equipment in a clinical setting
Contact
If you have questions or would like to join our mailing list, email us at clblumer@wisc.edu.
Registration & Lodging
Registration
Registration is open. Act fast, space is limited. Please add your name to our waitlist and we will contact you based on availability.
Cost per participant is $250.
Please note as part of the course participants will be administering Nitrous Oxide to each other. We highly discourage participants who are pregnant or have had past adverse events from Nitrous Oxide from participating in the course. You will need to submit observation paperwork as well as a release of liability prior to course participation.
Lodging
Best Western Plus
InnTowner
2424 University Ave
Madison, 53726
Phone 608-233-1672
For lodging accommodations, please reserve online or call 608-233-8778 and select option #1.
Course Agenda
*Times are subject to change.