Jove
Visualize
Contact Us

Related Experiment Videos

Practical points in understanding local anesthetics.

K L Saleh

    Journal of Post Anesthesia Nursing
    |February 1, 1992
    PubMed
    Summary

    This article reviews the pharmacology and physiology of local anesthetics. Understanding these principles helps PACU nurses manage regional anesthesia complications.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    The elderly patient in the post anesthesia care unit.

    The Nursing clinics of North America·1993
    Same author

    Practical points in the management of malignant hyperthermia.

    Journal of post anesthesia nursing·1992
    Same author

    Practical points in the care of the patient post--breast surgery.

    Journal of post anesthesia nursing·1992
    Same author

    Practical points in understanding spinal anesthesia.

    Journal of post anesthesia nursing·1991
    Same author

    Practical points in understanding aspiration.

    Journal of post anesthesia nursing·1991
    JoVE
    x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
    ABOUT JoVE
    OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
    AUTHORS
    Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
    LIBRARIANS
    TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
    RESEARCH
    JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
    EDUCATION
    JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
    Terms & Conditions of Use
    Privacy Policy
    Policies

    Area of Science:

    • Pharmacology
    • Physiology
    • Regional Anesthesia

    Background:

    • Local anesthetics are widely used in regional anesthesia.
    • Understanding their mechanisms is crucial for safe patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss the pharmacology and physiology of local anesthetics.
    • To enhance PACU nurses' understanding of local anesthetic use in regional anesthesia.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of pharmacology and physiology of local anesthetics.

    Main Results:

    • Detailed explanation of local anesthetic mechanisms.
    • Discussion of physiological effects and clinical implications.

    Conclusions:

    • A strong grasp of local anesthetic science improves PACU nursing practice.
    • This knowledge aids in anticipating and managing potential complications from regional anesthesia.

    Related Experiment Videos