ANES 211 Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum 2

Lab Hours: 12
Credits: 4

Second course of a three course practicum. Demonstrate the practical applications of their knowledge and skills by application of clinical skills and work ethic during the anesthesia technologist clinical rotation. Practice job search skills for an entry-level position as an anesthesia technologist.

Prerequisite: ANES 210 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Corequisite: ANES 203
Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate clinical application of skills acquired from previous didactic, laboratory coursework, and practicum in the patient care setting.
Differentiate between the various equipment used in the anesthesia care of the obstetrical, pediatric, and ambulatory surgical patient.
Write a comprehensive plan of care in conjunction with the anesthesia care provider for the obstetrical, pediatric, and ambulatory surgical patient.
Demonstrate proper psychomotor skills in preparation of anesthesia equipment to be used in obstetrics, pediatrics, and outpatient surgeries.
Demonstrate decision making skills used in the anesthesia care of the obstetric, pediatric, and ambulatory surgical patient.
Differentiate between the various warming devices used in the care of the pediatric cases.

Content Outline

Airway Equipment (General and Advanced)
- Usage
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Usage
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
Medication Delivery Systems
- Usage
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
Patient Warming and Cooling Devices
- Usage
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
Introduction and Application of More Complex Anesthesia Equipment and Instrumentation
- Cell Saver
- Ultrasound devices
- TEE
- Peripheral Nerve Block Monitors
- Rapid Infusion Pumps
- IABP
- Code Blue Crash Carts
Leadership Responsibilities
- Coordinates ordering of medications and supplies
- Arrange for routine maintenance of equipment
- Ensures departmental regulatory compliance
- Problem solve with other departments to assist in resolution
- Manages work assignments