Advanced Principles of Anesthesia 1

3 credits · School of Nursing

This course is the first in a three-part Advanced Principles series, offering an in-depth exploration of specialized populations in nurse anesthesia practice. Lectures will focus on the theoretical foundations of specific anesthesia interventions and their application in neuroanesthesia, obstetric, and pediatric populations. Topics will include neurophysiology and neuromonitoring, hemodynamic management in neurosurgical patients, obstetric anesthetic techniques and perioperative considerations, anatomical and physiological considerations in pediatric anesthesia, and developmental pharmacology. Current techniques and technologies related to neuroanesthesia monitoring, obstetric anesthesia delivery systems, and pediatric-specific equipment will be reviewed and reinforced through various experiences, including hands-on mannequin-based simulations. Students will also explore complications unique to each specialty population and strategies for prevention and management. . Prerequisites: 8611, 8636, 8638. Corequisites: 8645. [3]