Anesthesiology and Intensive Care

         The Glasgow coma scale (GCS) gives a reliable, objective way of recording the conscious state of a person. It has value in predicting ultimate outcome. 3 types of response are assessed, note in each  case the best response (or best of any limb) which should be recorded.

Routine maintenance 1.4.1 If patients need IV fluids for routine maintenance alone, restrict the initial prescription to: 25–30 ml/kg/day of water  and

FAVOURS percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI):

  An Updated Report by the American Society of Anesthesiologists Task Force on Prevention of Perioperative Peripheral Neuropathies I. Preoperative History and Physical Assessment  •   When judged appropriate, it is helpful to ascertain that patients can comfortably tolerate the anticipated operative position.  •   Body habitus, preexisting neurologic symptoms,