Anesthesia Explained: Risks, Benefits, and What to Expect | Scrubs to Stilettos

Описание: What happens behind the scenes when you’re under anesthesia? Well, that’s what this episode is all about. Anesthesia isn’t just about putting you to sleep. It’s a delicate art of balancing the right medication to make sure you are pain-free, safe, and comfortable.

In this episode, we break down everything from local numbing agents to full-body anesthesia and discuss why it's so important to share your medical history, allergies, and concerns with your anesthesiologist.

So, whether you're prepping for surgery or just curious about how anesthesia works, we’ve got the scoop on all things anesthesia. And hey, if you’re about to go under, talk to your anesthesiologist, and be honest!


In this Episode:
00:00 Our weekly obsessions
03:47 Anesthesia 101: Meet your anesthesia experts
07:41 What does ASA status mean?
13:50 Types of anesthesia explained
20:13 How doctors choose the type of anesthetic to use
22:44 The difference between spinal anesthesia and epidural
33:30 Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV)
36:00 The importance of patient honesty before anesthesia
38:34 Medical solutions to manage PONV
40:45 How you can be the best surgical patient
47:53 Anesthesia safety and recovery tips




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