Manual of Post-anesthesia Care - Tapa blanda

This comprehensive handbook covers all major aspects of post anesthesia care. Expert contributors provide an overview of cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological management, as well as discussions on the recovery of pediatric, orthopedic, vascular, cardio-thoracic, and neurosurgical patients. Also includes topics on initial assessment of the patient in PAR, body temperature, renal function, and discharge of the patient.

This comprehensive handbook covers all major aspects of post anesthesia care. Expert contributors provide an overview of cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological management, as well as discussions on the recovery of paediatric, orthopaedic, vascular, cardio-thoracic, and neurosurgical patients. Also includes topics on initial assessment of the patient in PAR, body temperature, renal function, and discharge of the patient. Designed as a quick-access guide, this covers common problems encountered in the post-anaesthesia recovery room (PACU). Divided by organ systems or surgical problems, the book is organized so that readers can locate specific information quickly to help make an appropriate diagnosis, and facilitate a treatment plan. From initial patient assessment through discharge, it offers how-to guidance that aims to enable anaesthesiologists as well as recovery room nurses to monitor, anticipate, recognize and manage complications.