AN OVERVIEW OF GENERAL ANESTHETICS

Updated 9/25

Dear nurses,

General anesthetics are usually given prior to surgery

IV drugs such as Opiates(Fentanyl), Benzodiazepines
(Midazolam), Barbiturates (Thiopental), Hypnotics
(Propofol), are some examples of the medications used
to put patients to sleep.

Learn more about : Anesthetics

Learn more about: PACU

Learn more about : Neurological assessment

The nurse should take the time to  assess an IV site that is
swollen and painful. It may be necessary to  change the site,
 in order to prevent further tissue damage.

Learn more about : IV assessment and care