A Patient Is Given Nitrous Oxide,along with Another Inhalation Anesthetic

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient is given nitrous oxide,along with another inhalation anesthetic. The nurse knows that the benefits of nitrous oxide include what? (Select all that apply.)

• A) It is a potent analgesic.
• B) It has high anesthetic potency.
• C) It is less likely to cause nausea and vomiting.
• D) It is less likely to precipitate malignant hyperthermia.
• E) It can significantly reduce the dose of inhalation anesthetic.

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