Relative analgesia machine
Relative Analgesia Machine
A Relative Analgesia Machine (pronunciation: /ˈrɛlətɪv/ /ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪə/ /məˈʃiːn/) is a medical device used in the administration of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen for pain management during medical procedures.
Etymology
The term "Relative Analgesia" refers to a state of analgesia (from Greek an- "without" and -algia "pain") where a patient is sedated and pain-free, but still conscious. The term "machine" is derived from the Latin machina, which means a structure or contrivance.
Function
The Relative Analgesia Machine is designed to deliver a mixture of Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen to the patient. The machine allows for the precise control of gas flow, ensuring the patient receives the correct balance of gases for effective pain management. The machine is commonly used in Dentistry and other medical fields where pain management is necessary but total Anesthesia is not required.
Related Terms
- Analgesia: A state of pain relief.
- Nitrous Oxide: A colorless, sweet-smelling gas used as an anesthetic.
- Oxygen: A chemical element necessary for life and used in medical treatments.
- Dentistry: The field of medicine concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of conditions and disorders of the oral cavity.
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Relative analgesia machine
- Wikipedia's article - Relative analgesia machine
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