Oxidizing gas to cheat a fuel-cell based breathalyzer?

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Cheating a fuel-cell based breathalyzer with oxidizing gases like nitrous oxide is highly unlikely and poses serious health risks. The technology behind these breathalyzers is designed to specifically detect alcohol, making it resistant to interference from other gases. Using nitrous oxide could lead to poisoning, as it is not safe to inhale in such a manner. Overall, attempting to manipulate breathalyzer results is not advisable and could have severe consequences. It is crucial to prioritize safety and avoid drinking and driving altogether.
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Is it possible to cheat a fuel-cell based breathalyzer with oxidizing gases like nitrous oxide?

(For a brief explanation on how these types of breathalyzer works, see http://science.howstuffworks.com/breathalyzer5.htm )
 
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Don't drink and drive. Period. I really can't see how this would be helpful in any way other than to commit crime and get away with it.
 
gonello said:
Is it possible to cheat a fuel-cell based breathalyzer with oxidizing gases like nitrous oxide?

(For a brief explanation on how these types of breathalyzer works, see http://science.howstuffworks.com/breathalyzer5.htm )

Probably not, let alone you take the risk of getting poisoned.
 
I can't imagine someone actually breathing out nitrous oxide!
 

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