When Nitronox has been removed from the patient who has been using it for pain relief, it will:

a. Be effective for at least 30–45 minutes before its half-life is diminished
b. Cause respiratory depression as the effects grow weaker
c. Quickly dissipate from the patients system
d. Eliminate all pain that the patient is experiencing


c
Rationale: a. Nitronox rapidly dissipates from the patients system once removed.
b. Dissipation of the narcotic-like effects will eliminate side effects
c. Correct.
d. Symptoms of pain may return following the removal of Nitronox.

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