2- Balanced anaesthesia Flashcards
1
Q
Define balanced anaesthesia
A
Achieving the desired effects of an anaesthetic using multiple drugs allowing a more conservative dose for each drug thus reducing side effects
2
Q
Define anaesthesia
A
Total lack of sensation
3
Q
Define regional anaesthesia
A
Blocks pain signals from certain part of body to the brain
4
Q
What are the 3 main anaesthesia events?
A
Induction, Maintenance & Recovery
5
Q
Name factors that affect your choice of drugs for anaesthesia
A
- Know your patient
- Know the procedure
- Know the drugs
