This unique manual is an ideal resource for anesthesia technicians and technologists and those studying for certification (CerATT) in the field. It offers well-illustrated, comprehensive coverage of every aspect of day-to-day practice and workflow, with sections on Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology; Anesthesia Practice; Anesthesia Equipment and Technology; Emergencies, and more. From explanations of who’s who in the operating room to detailed, step-by-step instructions on equipment maintenance, this practical manual ensures that readers will have current, complete information on the core knowledge they need to know in anesthesia technology.
Features new chapters on temperature management, MRI safety, radiation safety, local anesthetic toxicity, autotransfusion devices, resource planning, and legal and regulatory issues.
Updated and expanded information on the respiratory system and airway tools and devices.
Covers special topics such as pediatric and obstetric anesthesia, anesthesia outside the OR, patient transport, and emergencies from cardiac arrest to fire, with emphasis on the role of the anesthesia technologist in management.
Detailed coverage of what you need to know on intraaortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, pacemakers, and other technical challenges.
Includes more than 350 questions with detailed answers, reviewing knowledge contained in each chapter and assisting with preparation for the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) exam.
Includes hundreds of full-color illustrations to help you visualize anatomy, surgical positioning, and more.
All royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research.
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Edition
2
ISBN/ISSN
9781496344311
Product Format
Paperback Book
Trim Size
7 x 10
Pages
728
Edition
2
Publication Date
October 2, 2018
Weight
2.45
Emily Guimaraes
Matthew Davis
Jeffrey R. Kirsch MD
Professor, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Senior Medical Director, Perioperative Services, Vice Chair, Faculty Development; Anesthesiology, Medical College of Wisconsin/Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Chair Emeritus, Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon
Glenn Woodworth MD
Assistant Professor
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon
Features new chapters on temperature management, MRI safety, radiation safety, local anesthetic toxicity, autotransfusion devices, resource planning, and legal and regulatory issues.
Updated and expanded information on the respiratory system and airway tools and devices.
Covers special topics such as pediatric and obstetric anesthesia, anesthesia outside the OR, patient transport, and emergencies from cardiac arrest to fire, with emphasis on the role of the anesthesia technologist in management.
Detailed coverage of what you need to know on intraaortic balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices, pacemakers, and other technical challenges.
Includes more than 350 questions with detailed answers, reviewing knowledge contained in each chapter and assisting with preparation for the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) exam.
Includes hundreds of full-color illustrations to help you visualize anatomy, surgical positioning, and more.
All royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research.
All you need to know for study and reference. Enhance Your eBook Reading Experience:
Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.
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