Anaesthetics
Anaesthetics may be used for planned surgery as well as for other reasons, such as administering new drug treatments.
Recommendations to the medical team in charge are:
- A review of the heart by a cardiologist only if there is known to be a pre-existing problem.
- A full assessment before any anaesthetics are used. This may include a sleep study and involvement of a dietitian.
- Assessment of difficulties in intubating that may be caused by:
- Tightening of the jaw
- Limited neck mobility
- Difficulties in positioning
- Considerations of local anaesthesia or regional analgesia; as a general rule anaesthesia does bring challenges.
- Monitoring blood carbon dioxide and oxygen at all times, whatever anaesthetic method is used.
- Anticipating any other possible needs such as use of NIV and other breathing interventions
- Medication for pain management may be needed after an operation
Anaesthetics may be used for planned surgery as well as for other reasons, such as administering new drug treatments.
