ANES 810A - Anesthesiology

Institution:

University of Arizona

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Description: At the end of the four-week University of Arizona Anesthesiology rotation, the Medical Student will be able to: 1. Evaluate a patient for a general anesthetic with special attention to: a. Airway history and examination b. Full stomach risk factors c. Medications and the need to continue peri-operatively d. Cardiovascular and pulmonary history and examination 2. Manage the adult airway before intubation 3. Gather the appropriate supplies and place peripheral intravenous lines 4. Evaluate a patient for the necessity of endotracheal intubation 5. Induce general anesthesia with drugs appropriate for the patient 6. Gather the appropriate supplies and intubate an adult patient 7. Evaluate a patient for conscious sedation for painful procedures and use the appropriate drugs. Format: Students will be assigned daily to work with a faculty member and a resident on specified operative cases. In addition, the student is provided with a daily reading/task curriculum to guide their learning experience. The textbook, Clinical Anesthesiology by Morgan & Mikhail, is provided to the student for the duration of the rotation. Didactic sessions include daily conference (6:30 7:00) and Wednesday morning lecture and clinical conference (6:30 8:30). Grading: Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K. Usually offered: Fall, Spring.

Credits:

1.00 - 16.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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