"I'll be asleep, right?" - Discussing anesthetic depth with patients

How should anesthesiologists approach the discussion of anesthetic depth with patients? In this video for anesthesiology trainees, I explain one approach for helping patients understand what they can expect in terms of wakefulness and memory formation during a procedure.

0:00 Start
0:33 Depths of anesthesia
1:22 Consent
1:44 Sedation
2:23 General anesthesia
2:58 Breathing support
3:49 Pain
4:12 Anesthesia team
4:41 Examples

This video has undergone peer review by a board certified anesthesiologist and is part of an educational project for the Harvard Macy Institute.

Music:
Subtle Swagger by Ron Gelinas:   / atmospheric-music-portal  

The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional.

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