CHAPTER 43 Basics of Ventilator
Show moreShow less Introduction In the modern era, a sick patient’s care cannot be imagined without a mechanical ventilator. With growing life expectancy and the burden of comorbid illness, more…
CHAPTER 42 Postanesthesia Care Unit
Show moreShow less Introduction (AS6.1) Emergency critical care has become a growing area of concern in the present century, with particular concern for postoperative morbidity and mortality among high-risk patients;…
CHAPTER 40 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Show moreShow less The goal of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is to achieve the best possible outcome for individuals who are experiencing a life-threatening event. History and Basics of CPR The…
CHAPTER 41 Anesthesiology: Ethics, Career, Medication, and Medical Errors
Show moreShow less Introduction (AS1.1) The medical profession has long subscribed to a body of ethical statements developed primarily for the patient’s benefit. As a member of this profession, a…
CHAPTER 39 The Newer Concept in Anesthesiology: Artificial Intelligence
Show moreShow less Introduction Artificial intelligence has been defined as the study of algorithms which give machines the ability to reason and perform functions such as problem-solving, object and word…
CHAPTER 31 Anesthesia in Trauma Patients
Show moreShow less Introduction In the case of trauma, an anesthesiologist not only plays a role in operation theaters but also participates in the primary survey and resuscitation, airway protection,…
CHAPTER 38 Complications in Anesthesia
Show moreShow less Introduction No domain in life is without risks, and complications do occur during patient care and treatment. In this regard, anesthesia is no more an exception. The…
CHAPTER 37 Gases Used in Anesthesia: Road to Mountain
Show moreShow less Introduction The gases used in anesthesia practice deserve special attention. The existence of life without oxygen is known to all. Oxygen is the most frequently used gas…
CHAPTER 36 Pain and Anesthesia
Show moreShow less Introduction Pain is an unpleasant experience with very high interindividual variations in terms of its perception. It is often a common reason to visit a physician. The…
CHAPTER 35 Anesthesia for Daycare Surgeries
Show moreShow less Introduction Anesthesia has made surgery feasible by providing a relaxed, sedated, pain-free patient. However, surgeries and anesthesia have their complications. Managing the postoperative period is as important…
