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Anesthesia Considerations with Infection

Anesthesia Considerations with Infection

Infections of all severity can complicate surgery and anesthesia. When the body is fighting off an infection, the physiological stress experienced by the body can impact how anesthesia takes effect. As a result, anesthesiologists must adjust their approach when infections are present.

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Wisconsin Anesthesia

Nerve Blocks in the Abdomen

Nerve blocks in the abdomen target specific nerves or plexuses to provide analgesia for abdominal surgeries or pain conditions. These blocks are increasingly used as

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Sedation

Can Nurses Administer Sedation?

Sedation is a critical component in various medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and cooperation. While Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are specially trained to administer

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What is MAC Fraction?

The potency of inhaled anesthetics is known as the Minimum Alveolar Concentration (MAC). MAC is defined as the concentration of an anesthetic in the alveoli

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Pediatric Anesthesia

Understanding Pediatric Anesthesia

Pediatric anesthesia is a specialized field within anesthesiology dedicated to providing safe and effective anesthesia care to infants, children, and adolescents undergoing surgical or medical

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Automations in Anesthesia

The perioperative space no stranger to technological advancements and innovations. Over the past few decades, anesthesia has witnessed a dramatic transformation, driven largely by the

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Cardiac Physiology

The heart, a muscular organ located in the thoracic cavity, serves as the primary engine that powers the circulatory system. It tirelessly pumps oxygenated blood

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