Rocuronium

Rocuronium

Rocuronium is a non-depolarizing steroidal muscle relaxant of intermediate duration. However, onset may be rapid or intermediate depending on the injected dose.

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List of commonly used instruments and equipment in anesthesia

Instruments

Here is a list of commonly used instruments and equipment in anesthesia: Anesthesia Machine: The primary device used to deliver a precise mixture of gases (oxygen and anesthetic agents) to the patient. Endotracheal Tube: A tube inserted into the patient’s trachea to maintain a patent airway and facilitate mechanical ventilation….

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Laryngoscope

Laryngoscope

A laryngoscope is a medical device used to visualize the vocal cords and the inside of the larynx (voice box) during intubation or other procedures that require access to the airway. It consists of a handle and a blade that holds a light source to illuminate the area being examined….

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Horace Wells: Pioneer of Anesthesia

Horace Wells

Horace Wells (January 21, 1815 – January 24, 1848) was a pioneering American dentist and physician who played a crucial role in the development and early experimentation of anesthesia. His work laid the foundation for the use of anesthesia in medical procedures, revolutionizing the field of surgery and patient care….

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