ESSAY ON: Diffusion Hypoxia & Nitrous Oxide Administration

Number of Pages 19

This research paper: A 19 page research paper that discusses the phenomenon known as diffusion hypoxia, which is commonly associated with nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation unless this is followed by a “washout” procedure that consists of breathing pure oxygen for 5 minutes after the termination of the nitrous oxide/oxygen mixture (Jeske, et al, 2004). Nevertheless, over the decades there has been continuing debate as to whether or not the oxygen flushing is absolutely required after nitrous oxide administration and if nitrous oxide itself, as an agent, is the cause of hypoxia. This literature review examines the history of this controversy and relevant empirical research in order to form a conclusions concerning this procedure. Bibliography lists 20 sources.


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