In: Chemistry
Which of the following can be used as an anaesthesia?
(a) N2O
(b) NO
(c) NCl3
(d) NO2
Answer : (a) N2O
Explanation :
Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a weak general anesthesia, procedural sedation, dental anesthesia, and to treat severe pain anesthetic and is generally not used alone. It may be used in general anesthesia in a 70% concentration (in combination with 30% oxygen) or as a carrier gas with more potent general anesthetic agents.
Nitrous Oxide, also known as “laughing gas,” is a safe and effective conscious sedation technique for both adults and children.
a) N2O