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"Moderate sedation" means a drug-induced depression of consciousness during which a patient responds purposefully to verbal commands either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation. No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway, and spontaneous ventilation is adequate. Cardiovascular function is usually maintained. Administration of sedative drugs exceeding the maximum recommended dose for unmonitored home use during a single appointment or use of more than one enteral drug administered, with or without concomitant use of nitrous oxide is considered moderate sedation.
Before administering moderate sedation, a dentist licensed under North Dakota Century Code chapter 43-28 must have a permit issued by the Board, renewable biennially thereafter. An applicant for an initial permit must submit a completed application and application fee and meet the requirements of application.
A dentist holding a moderate sedation permit may sedate their own patients, or may utilize the services of a qualified anesthesia provider. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) registered with the North Dakota Board of Nursing, anesthesiologists licensed by the North Dakota Board of Medicine, or another dentist licensed in North Dakota holding an anesthesia permit may serve as qualified anesthesia providers. The dentist shall notify the Board prior to sedation services being provided, and arrange a site evaluation with a Board-approved site evaluator. Dental offices treating sedated patients must carefully and thoroughly review the laws related to anesthesia, including review of NDAC 20-02-01-05, and be prepared with appropriately trained staff and have requisite equipment to manage emergencies or adverse events.
Moderate Sedation Permit - Initial Application
Moderate Sedation - Site Evaluation
