Anesthesia and Critical Care, Resuscitation for Medicine Students

By Pr. Adil ElGHANMI, Dr. Mustafa Zakaria, Pr. Chafik ELKETTANI

Medical Expert for Anesthesia and Critical Care, Resuscitation (Revised June 2016)Preoperative Assessment Take a pertinent history, including co-existing disease, medications, allergies, previous anesthetic problems, and family history of problems with anesthesia. Identify important factors which may influence the perioperative period in patients with significant co-morbidities, including respiratory and cardiovascular disease, endocrine abnormalities and obesity. Explain how to assess fluid status and the need for patient optimization.Perform an appropriate physical exam, including assessment of the airway, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Summarize the indications for laboratory testing and special investigations.Describe the rationale for pre-operative fasting, NPO guidelines, and pharmacological prophylaxis for aspiration.Describe the presentation, pharmacological implications, and management of malignant hyperthermia and cholinesterase deficiency. Explain the importance of early disposition planning.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6205632640
• ISBN13: 9786205632642
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"