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General Anesthesia Contributes to Post-op Pain

Some "noxious" general anesthetics excite sensory neurons that cause peripheral pain in patients once they wake from surgery, researchers say. I...

WHO Issues Surgical Safety Checklist

The World Health Organization and the Harvard University School of Public Health have created a new perioperative checklist for surgical team member...

Surgical Business Ethics in the Press

It's no secret that some leading orthopedic surgeons receive six- and seven-figure payments annually from the makers of artificial hips and knees. B...

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6 Keys to Safe Anesthesia for the Elderly
Age and anesthesia are a difficult combination to overcome. Here's expert advice.
Patricia Stein, RN, BSN, MAOL, CNOR

Whether you're giving midazolam or sevofluorane, patients older than 65 will have different responses than their younger counterparts. The presence of co-morbid conditions and accompanying prescription drugs only accentuates the perioperative challenges you face every time an older patient undergoes a procedure in your facility. Here's how to ensure the best care possible for the elderly.

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