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Physical Assessment of Block Level in Regional Anesthesia

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Regional anesthesia, including spinal and epidural techniques, is widely used in surgical, orthopedic, and obstetric practice due to its benefits in pain control, muscle relaxation, and avoidance of general anesthesia. Accurate block assessment requires a combination of methods and an understanding of their limitations.

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Hidden head injury hazards expose cracks in OR safety culture

OR Manager

One of the most sobering moments in the career of anesthesiologist Cornelius Sullivan, MD, occurred not as a caretaker in the OR, but as a patient in the emergency department. Having been knocked out cold by a More » The post Hidden head injury hazards expose cracks in OR safety culture appeared first on OR Manager.

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Anesthesia – Top 5 Questions Asked By Patients

Salem Anesthesia

There are three main types of anesthesia: general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and local anesthesia. General anesthesia renders the patient unconscious and unable to feel pain, whereas regional anesthesia numbs a specific region of the body, and local anesthesia blocks sensation in a small, localized area.

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ANESTHESIA IN OUTER SPACE 

The Anesthesia Consultant

The crew members teleconference with physicians on Earth, with a 20-minute communication delay because of the 140-million mile distance between them. Because the spaceship is more than 200 days away from Earth, the physicians instruct the crew to proceed with surgery and anesthesia in outer space. Is a surgeon required on board?

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GRADY HARP REVIEWS DOCTOR VITA. “A SPLENDID AND TIMELY NOVEL”

The Anesthesia Consultant

Grady Harp, April 19 LEARN MORE ABOUT RICK NOVAK’S FICTION WRITING AT RICK NOVAK.COM BY CLICKING ON THE PICTURE BELOW: * * The most popular posts for laypeople on The Anesthesia Consultant include: How Long Will It Take To Wake Up From General Anesthesia? Why Did Take Me So Long To Wake From General Anesthesia?

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AUTISM AND ANESTHESIA

The Anesthesia Consultant

Characteristics of autism include developmental delays of behavioral and social skills, and an inability to communicate. It’s not infrequent that autistic patients need surgery and anesthesia. Parents often ask about the risk of general anesthesia to the brain of their child. What Are the Common Anesthesia Medications?

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10 Myths About Anesthesia

Salem Anesthesia

However, several myths surround the use of anesthesia, leading to misconceptions and concerns among individuals. In this blog, we’ll debunk some of the most common myths regarding anesthesia. Myth: Anesthesia always leads to unconsciousness. Myth: Anesthesia is only for major surgeries.