What is the first thing to do when a patient reports feeling no sedation effects with 50% N₂O flow? A) Check the patient's breathing B) Check the fit of the nose hood C) Replace the empty N₂O tank D) Increase the flow of N₂O by 5% until optimum sedation is established

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Check the patient's breathing. If the patient is not breathing, the N2O will not be able to reach the lungs and have an effect.

What Is the First Thing to Do When a Patient