Why is my patient waking up while still under anesthesia?November 16, 2020The art and science of anesthesia is keeping the patient under an appropriate anesthetic depth.
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How you can prevent iatrogenic mandibular fracturesNovember 16, 2020The clinical specialist plays many roles, including support of the general practitioner (GP). The former can be a valuable resource for the latter, offering advice when preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative questions arise.
The art and science of safe intubationOctober 7, 2020Depending on how it’s handled, an endotracheal tube (ETT) can save a life, lead to complications, or kill a patient.
Squashing stubborn surgery stressSeptember 16, 2020You don’t have to be an uber-experienced, cool-as-a-cucumber surgical rock star to enjoy surgery.
10 (more) ways to be a rock star in the ORAugust 18, 2020Here are some simple suggestions to help you improve patient care, make anesthesia safer, and help ensure a smoother recovery.
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How digital monitoring can quickly alert to thermal changes during surgeryAugust 7, 2020The use of veterinary-specific multiparameter digital monitors helps to quickly determine when an anesthetized patient is becoming hypothermic during a procedure.
Should you combine procedures? The answer is not a simple "yes" or "no"July 6, 2020When it comes to combined procedures, there are at least three concerns that absolutely must be considered based on the specific patient.
10 ways to be a rock star in the ORJuly 6, 2020Because it has become very safe overall, anesthesia tends to be considered routine by some colleagues and nurses. However, there is a big difference between decreasing mortality and reducing morbidity.
Is combining dentistry with other surgical procedures a good idea?June 15, 2020There is much debate regarding the clinical significance of bacteremia and what role it plays, if any, in development of adverse events.
