Course Description
This course provides an overview of the pathophysiology underlying critical illness and provides students with an understanding of the general management and special scenarios encountered in the care of critically ill surgical patients. This includes trauma patients, patients in sepsis, patients scheduled for or following emergent surgery, and post cardiac arrest patients. Students are also introduced to the management of electrolyte disturbances, acid base disorders, prophylactic anticoagulation, blood glucose control and nutrition in critically ill patients. Additionally, the course provides an introduction to modes of mechanical ventilation as well as communication and teamwork in the critical care environment. Proper handover techniques for equipment and for patients in the ICU is also emphasized in the course.
Course ID: ANEST 408
Credit hours | Theory | Practical | Laboratory | Lecture | Studio | Contact hours | Pre-requisite | 2 | - | ANEST 403 |
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