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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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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 Diffusion Hypoxia &
Nitrous Oxide Administration Nitrous oxide is a "potent inhalation agent" that has been used to provide analgesia, some sedation, and reduce anxiety for patients during painful procedures (Kanagasundaram, et al,
2001, p. 492). The phenomenon known as diffusion hypoxia 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). According to an online medical dictionary, "diffusion hypoxia" refers to "An abrupt transient decrease in
alveolar oxygen tension when room air is inhaled at the conclusion of a nitrous oxide anesthesia" (Free Dictionary-Medical, 2007). 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. The following literature
review will examine the history of this controversy and relevant empirical research in order to form a conclusions concerning this procedure. First of all, however, it is informative to have
background information on nitrous oxide, its history and its physiological effects. History Nitrous oxide was first discovered and prepared by an English scientist, Joseph Priestley, in 1793 (Fleser, 2007).
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