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Anaesthetic machines should never be able to supply a hypoxic gas mixture.26 ...
Anaesthetic machines should never be able to supply a hypoxic gas mixture.26
Chapter 10: Guidelines for the Provision of Paediatric Anaesthesia Services 2024
Equipment to measure carbon monoxide levels in blood should be available.15
Chapter 10: Guidelines for the Provision of Paediatric Anaesthesia Services 2024
Many burn-injured patients will require frequent sedation or anaesthesia for procedures outside the operating theatre. These should take place in a specified location that is provided with all the equipment required for the safe delivery of anaesthesia and to meet minimum monitoring standards.5,23,27
Chapter 10: Guidelines for the Provision of Paediatric Anaesthesia Services 2024
Consideration should also be given to the provision of radiant heaters and more sophisticated warming devices.15
Chapter 10: Guidelines for the Provision of Paediatric Anaesthesia Services 2024
For burn and plastic surgery patients, mechanical methods of VTE prophylaxis, including graduated compression stockings, intermittent pneumatic compression devices, and venous foot pumps, should be available for any procedure that lasts more than one hour, and for all patients receiving general anaesthesia.26,34