How To Tell If A Patient Is Awake Under Anesthesia? (And What To Do)

Join Dr. Kaveh as he discusses how to prevent awareness during surgery and ensure a safe anesthetic experience. Learn about the different levels of anesthesia, the importance of proper monitoring, and the role of medications. Dr. Kaveh shares insights from his experiences and answers common questions about anesthesia, including how to manage risks and what patients can do to help. Stay informed and advocate for your health with these essential tips.

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Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction to preventing awareness during surgery
0:24 - Anesthesiologist’s perspective on patient fears
0:52 - Real-life example: a surgeon’s fear of anesthesia awareness
1:12 - Impact of awareness during surgery: PTSD, nightmares, and more
1:38 - Monitoring patients for wakefulness during anesthesia
2:29 - Understanding anesthesia layers and memory scrambling
3:06 - Importance of matching anesthesia depth to patient needs
5:20 - Tools for monitoring anesthesia depth in the operating room
7:39 - Challenges with brain wave monitoring and muscle contractions
14:01 - Role of patient honesty in anesthesia management

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