Patients
Your anesthesiologist takes several factors into account when recommending the type of anesthesia. Some of those factors include the type of surgery or non-operative procedure being performed and your medical history. These types of anesthesia are not always clearly defined, and patients may progress from one level of sedation/anesthesia to a lighter or deeper level during the procedure. For this reason, the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) considers anesthesia a continuum, from light sedation to general anesthesia.
Types of Anesthesia
Types of Anesthesia
“Anesthesia Care Team”
Most anesthetics administered in Pennsylvania are provided using an “Anesthesia Care Team” model, with the anesthesiologist serving as the “director” of the anesthesia care team. Prior to surgery the anesthesiologist evaluates the patients’ current state of health and is responsible for designing the anesthesia plan taking into account the patient’s condition and the nature of the surgery.
Role of Anesthesiologists
Most anesthetics administered in Pennsylvania are provided using an “Anesthesia Care Team” model, with the anesthesiologist serving as the “director” of the anesthesia care team. Prior to surgery the anesthesiologist evaluates the patients’ current state of health and is responsible for designing the anesthesia plan taking into account the patient’s condition and the nature of the surgery.
Role of Anesthesiologists
Visit the American Society of Anesthesiologists website for more.
