Introduction to Anesthesia

Catalog description

This is the first anesthesia course designed to introduce the student to the professional aspects guiding the nurse anesthesia practice including professional development, and the ethical, social and legal issues facing the profession. The course also includes orientation to the basic physical facility, equipment, fundamental pharmacology, anesthetic techniques, historical perspectives and specialities in the field of anesthesia. Students will be introduced to case planning, standards of practice, systematic strategies for pre-anesthetic assessment and analyzing physiological principles. This course includes state-of-the-art computer simulation to assist in developing the initial skills required for administering anesthesia. Professional development opportunities occur through the attendance of local, state and national anesthesia meetings. This course includes a multi-day orientation to clinical experiences. Co-requisite : DNAP 7150.