Release date: February 1, 2007
Expiration date: January 31, 2010
Target Audience: Anesthesiology, Cardiologists, Emergency Medicine, Family Physicians, Gastroenterologists, Hematologists, Oncologists, Internists, Pulmonary Medicine, Obstetrics, Gynecologists, Pediatricians, Plastic Surgery, Radiology, Oral Surgery, Dentists, General Surgeons, Vascular Surgeons, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, X-ray Technicians
Course Description: Dr. Nachman will address various aspects of conscious sedation including the ability to assess patients with emphasis on the airway prior to sedation, appropriate equipment and personnel necessary, the pharmacology and medication used as well as identifying a difficult scenario. This lecture was previously recorded as part of a live CME approved conference and is now made available through this online program. A voice recording, PowerPoint slides, and web technology are utilized. Click on the link above to begin this online educational activity.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to:
Evaluate a patient prior to sedation. Improve airway assessment skills. Identify the equipment and trained personnel needed prior to starting a procedure that involves sedation. Develop a rational plan for prescribing sedative medication from different categories. Identify high risk scenarios where the assistance of consultants may be of value.
Estimated time to complete the educational activity -- 1.0 hr(s)
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