Inhalation sedation for children - an update (CPD-LEED12MAR18)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectPain management
DescriptionThis half day course will update participants on the use of inhalation sedation for children. An update on current guidelines will be given as well as ideas for audit- essential for those providing treatment under sedation.
VenueRoom 2.14, HEE - Leeds Office (Willow Terrace Rd), Leeds  View details
Date & timeMonday 12 March 2018, 09:15 to 12:30
LecturerDr Susan Kindelan  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental Nurse (£15.00pp discount), or Dental Therapist (£15.00pp discount), or Dentist

Course styleLecture
CategoryClinical course
CateringRefreshments
Development outcomeA, B, C
CPD hours3:00
Cost£30.00 (subject to discounts, see Target audience above)
Aims

To refresh delegates knowledge in the theoretical and practical aspects of using nitrous oxide and oxygen for inhalation sedation in the provision of dental care for children.

Objectives

By the end of the course the delegates will have

  • Knowledge of the historical background for and the theoretical basis for the use of nitrous oxide in inhalation sedation.
  • An understanding of the practical aspects of using nitrous oxide for inhalation sedation including the indications for and contra-indications for use.
  • An awareness of adverse effects of the use of nitrous oxide to the patient and the dental team
  • An update of current guidelines
  • Considered clinical governance in relation to the use of nitrous oxide for inhalation sedation and areas for audit.