DNP 852

Basic Principles of Anesthesia I

First of two basic principles courses providing an analysis of fundamental principles of anesthesia management and practice with an emphasis on best practices and the safe use of anesthesia delivery systems and related equipment. AANA Standards for Nurse Anesthesia Practice and theory are synthesized emphasizing culturally competent individualized care across the life span. Topics include patient safety, perianesthesia continuum, critical thinking, communication, leadership, and professional role. Content focuses on preoperative assessment and preparation; equipment, instrumentation, and technology; airway equipment/management; fluid/blood replacement; interpretation of data; positioning; general anesthesia; and documentation. Patient simulation labs will be utilized for developing psychomotor skills

Units: 3.0

Hours: 3 classroom hours + 0 lab/studio hours