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Today was a great day in anesthesiology. I actually learned quite a bit and successfully set up three IVs, which made me happy.
Some random tidbits learned?
1) Never give Lactacted Ringers to a patient with renal failure, because it contains potassium and the patient can become hyperkalemic.
2) How to perform a TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate), and how to avoid TURP syndrome by properly hydrating the patient (use normal saline, and don’t over-hydrate) and use the right anesthetic (a spinal block is a good option, and is what the doctor used today).
3) All about neuromuscular blocking drugs (actually, I presented the topic).
4) How to set up an IV by sono guidance.
And MUCH much more that I am too tired to write about.
Enjoy the photo with this post, which is yet another iPhone shot taken on my way to the hospital.
My name is Kendra and I am a fourth-year medical student attending 
