Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 46 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
Part XXXIII - Dental Health Profession
Chapter 7 - Dental Hygienists
Section XXXIII-712 - Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Analgesia

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code XXXIII-712

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

A. After satisfying the board of his or her competence to administer nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia, a licensed dental hygienist may qualify for a special endorsement to administer nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia for dental procedures under the direct on-premises supervision of a licensed dentist who currently holds a personal permit for the administration of nitrous oxide or higher level of anesthesia in an office location at which there currently exists an office permit for the administration of nitrous oxide or higher level of anesthesia.

B. No dental hygienist shall use nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia unless said dental hygienist has received authorization by the board evidenced by receipt of a permit from the board.

C. In order to receive authorization the dental hygienist must show and produce evidence that he/she complies with the following provisions:

1. completion of a board-approved course which conforms to American Dental Association guidelines as described in §1503 of these rules; and

2. provide proof of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Course "C," Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider as defined by the American Heart Association, or its equivalent.

D. The permit to administer nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia shall expire with the expiration of the dental hygienist's license to practice dental hygiene.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:760(8).

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