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COSTA, Ana Maria Duarte Dias et al. Dental students's knowledge about conscious sedation with the use of nitrous oxide. Odontol. Clín.-Cient. (Online) [online]. 2011, vol.10, n.2, pp. 137-141. ISSN 1677-3888.

Objective: To evaluate the knowledge of dental students in two universities (one private and one public) about the use of nitrous oxide conscious sedation as well as the necessity of its approach within this course. Methods: This was a descriptive, correlational cross was performed with 87 undergraduates from two universities in Dentistry (public and private). To collect data, we used a semi-structured questionnaire. Results: There were more predominantly at female and aged 21 to 24 years. Most academics from both universities know the conscious sedation with nitrous oxide and its indications. We consider it important to use this technique in order to reduce patient anxiety. The undergraduates assessed that the issue would be addressed at the undergraduate level. However, there is an interest in taking to sedation with nitrous oxide in dental practice. Conclusion: Based on these, it was concluded that the evaluated students have demonstrated knowledge of conscious sedation with nitrous oxide.

Palavras-chave : Conscious Sedation; Nitrous Oxide; Students Dental; School dental.