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October 13 - 17 2012, 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

ANESTHESIOLOGY 2012

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FDA MEDWATCH ALERTS

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May 16, 2012

Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Recall

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Hydromorphone Hydrochloride Recall

April 18, 2012

Morphine Sulfate Injection USP, 4 mg/mL (C-II), 1 mL fill in 2.5 mL Carpuject by Hospira, Inc: Recall - May Contain More Than Intended Fill Volume

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Customer report of two Carpujects syringes containing more than the 1 mL labeled fill volume. Opioid pain medications such as morphine have life-threatening consequences if overdosed. Those consequences can include respiratory depression (slowed breathing or suspension of breathing), and low blood pressure.

March 05, 2012

Cardiac Science Powerheart, CardioVive, CardioLife; GE Responder and Responder Pro; and Nihon-Kohden Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs): Class I Recall - Defective Component

Summary: FDA notified healthcare professionals and medical care organizations of the Class 1 recall of the listed AEDs which contain a component that may fail unexpectedly due to a defect. If the component were to fail during a rescue attempt, the AED may not deliver defibrillation therapy, causing serious adverse health consequences, including death. The unit’s self test may not detect the failure or impending failure of the component.

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ASA FEATURED PRODUCT

Anesthesiology Continuing Education (ACE) Program

SKU: 30702-12CE

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Single Copies, Member Price: $300

Sedation and Analgesia by Non-Anesthesiologists 2012

ASA's Sedation and Analgesia by Non-Anesthesiologists 2012 video now includes CO2 basic monitoring and advanced life support information and provides basic knowledge on the safe administration of sedative and analgesic drugs used to establish a moderate level of sedation. Assure patient safety with proper training in sedation and analgesia.  

Available in five formats:

DVD
The DVD includes the following downloadable pdf documents: Practice Guidelines for Sedation and Analgesia by Non-Anesthesiologists, Standards for Basic Anesthetic Monitoring, Statement on Respiratory Monitoring During Endoscopic Procedures, Quality Assurance Indicators, Sedation Credentials Checklist, Test Questions/Answer Key, and Copyright Notice 2012.

Organization Download
The Organization Download is designed for downloading onto an intranet or Learning Management System (LMS). It is perfect for training your entire staff on sedation and analgesia and can easily be integrated into your existing course offerings.

Single On-Demand
The On-Demand video is designed for single registrations and includes online pre and post-test with Certificate of Completion.

Group On-Demand
The Group On-Demand option is intended for organizations interested in training 25 to 100 employees. A pass-fail report is provided monthly. To purchase the Group On-Demand video call ASA Member Services at (847) 825-5586.

PDF of Practice Guidelines
The guidelines allow clinicians to provide their patients with the benefits of sedation/analgesia while minimizing the associated risks. Detailed charts and tables illustrate common problems and principles.

About ASA: The American Society of Anesthesiologists is an educational, research and scientific association of physicians organized to raise and maintain the standards of the medical practice of anesthesiology and improve the care of the patient. Since its founding in 1905, the Society's achievements have made it an important voice in American Medicine and the foremost advocate for all patients who require anesthesia or relief from pain.