The "Bible on Anesthesia Equipment" returns in a new Fifth Edition, and once again takes readers step-by-step through all the basic anesthesia equipment. This absolute leader in the field includes comprehensive references and detailed discussions on the scientific fundamentals of anesthesia equipment, its design, and its optimal use. This thoroughly updated edition includes new information on suction devices, the magnetic resonance imaging environment, temperature monitoring and control, double-lumen tubes, emergency room airway equipment, and many other topics. Readers will have access to an online quizbank at a companion Website.
This new edition presents practising and trainee anaesthesiologists with the latest advances and guidelines in their field.
CLINICAL MOMENTThe probe should not be on the index finger during recovery. An awakening patient often will want to rub his or her eye, usually with the index finger. If the oximeter probe is on that finger, the cornea can be scratched.
Written in an enjoyable, conversational style, this unique text makes technical details easy to understand and remember.
An invaluable resource for all those who work with anaesthetic equipment, including anaesthetists studying for the FRCA examinations, nurses and operating department practitioners, this new edition has been completely updated to reflect ...
Morris RW, Buschman A, Warren DL, Philip JH, Reamer DB: The prevalence of hypoxemia detected by pulse oximetry during ... Taylor G, Larson CP Jr, Prestwich R: Unexpected cardiac arrest during anesthesia and surgery: an environmental ...
Understanding anesthesia equipment: construction, care, and complications
Electronic sensors of pressure have largely superseded the aneroid gauge. Electronic. methods. Solid-state electronic pressure transducers Electronic pressure gauges (transducers) are now the commonest method for the measurement of ...
Practical guide to equipment and procedures used in anaesthesia. Includes DVD-ROM demonstrating techniques.
The MGH Textbook of Anesthetic Equipment by Warren Sandberg, MD, Richard Urman, MD, and Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, provides expert coverage on the latest and best anesthetic equipment.
Modern anesthetic machines are built with increasing complexity that can provide both added safety and hazard. Both anesthesia care provider errors and Anesthetic Delivery System (ADS) malfunctions have the potential to lead to an ...