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[Anesthesiologist: the patient's perception].

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Patients worry about anesthesia complications like not waking up. Many patients lack understanding of the anesthesiologist's role, highlighting a need for better patient education on anesthesia safety and physician duties.

Keywords:
AnestesiologiaAnesthesiologyDoctor‐patient relationshipPatient satisfactionRelação médico‐doenteSatisfação do doente

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  • Anesthesiology
  • Patient Safety
  • Medical Education

Context:

  • Anesthesia remains a significant patient concern despite decreased complication rates.
  • Patient understanding of the anesthesiologist's role is often inaccurate.
  • Preoperative anesthetic visits offer a crucial opportunity for patient education.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate patient concerns regarding anesthesia.
  • To assess patient knowledge of anesthesiologist duties and responsibilities.
  • To identify specific areas of patient anxiety and misinformation.

Summary:

  • A prospective study of 204 patients revealed that not waking up post-surgery and infection were primary concerns.
  • Only 66.2% recognized the anesthesiologist as a specialist physician.
  • Patients recognized "ensuring patients do not wake up during surgery" as the primary anesthesiologist task, but surgeons were more recognized for pain management and post-operative care.

Impact:

  • Findings underscore the need for improved patient information regarding anesthesia safety and the comprehensive functions of anesthesiologists.
  • Enhanced patient understanding can demystify fears and build confidence in the healthcare system.
  • Targeted educational interventions are necessary to address specific patient anxieties and misconceptions about anesthesiology.