Management and Care for Comatose Patients
The Oxford English dictionary defines comatose as, “of or in a state of deep unconsciousness for a prolonged or indefinite period, especially as a result of severe injury or illness” [1]. Patients can become comatose for a number of different reasons, including but...
Anesthesiology in Critical Care
Patients in critical care require around-the-clock supervision by a number of doctors, including an anesthesiologist. Anesthesiologists play a large role in critical care by monitoring pertinent vital signs, including blood oxygen saturation, blood pressure,...
Healthcare-Associated Infections During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are infections that occur in the process of patients receiving care. (If the infection occurs at a hospital, it is also called a nosocomial infection) (Bardi et al, 2021). The National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) tracks...
Anesthesia Considerations for Colorectal Cancer Surgery
Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related mortality among both men and women [1]. Gastrointestinal tumor excision is the most common form of treatment among patients with this condition [1]. However, several studies indicate that the stress of...
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