ANE 210 - Fundamentals of Anesthesia Technology I

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This course focuses on the basic and advanced aspects of Anesthesia Gas Machines and Anesthesia related equipment. The set-up and function of essential equipment for anesthesia care, anesthesia machine check out, and types of anesthesia will be discussed. Students will learn about the various medical gas cylinders and pipelines used in the medical atmosphere. Hemodynamic and gas monitoring, intravenous lines, and skin preparation will be covered. Transducer set up for various types of surgery. Students will also be exposed to transfusion medicine and preoperative blood management. Topics covered will include the scope of practice, occupational health, electrical safety, fire safety, and the anesthesia workstation. The students will also learn about the severity of latex-allergic patients and being a part of Anesthesia Care.

Department Consent: Department Consent Required

General Education Distribution Category Met: None