: Using a combination of intravenous medicines and inhaled gases to induce a sleep-like state for major surgery. Monitoring : Continuous tracking of oxygen levels ( SpO2cap S p cap O sub 2 ), heart rate, and blood pressure to ensure patient safety.
: Patients are often intubated with an endotracheal tube to maintain breathing while sedated.
To someone is to administer an anesthetic so that they lose physical sensation, either in a specific area (local) or throughout the entire body (general). Medical Context In a medical setting, the process often involves:
In laboratory settings, specific protocols are used for different species:
: Carefully managing the period after the anesthetic wears off, which includes monitoring for pain and complications. Research Context