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Induction
Induction is the phase of anesthesia where unconsciousness is first achieved, usually
through the administration of a short-acting hypnotic agent. Induction can also be achieved
with inhaled agents as is most commonly seen in the care of pediatric patients.
During the induction period, the patient usually becomes apneic and ventilation is maintained
with bag-mask ventilation until (in most cases) a definitive airway is achieved.
The period of induction is a treacherous time for the patient. Cardiovascular instability can
result due to the effects of the induction agent. The airway is not yet secured, so aspiration is
a risk. The anesthesiologist must maintain a patent airway during bag mask ventilation and
be prepared for an unexpected difficult intubation.
Related Glossary Terms
Aspiration, Balanced anesthesia, Difficult airway, Emergence, Etomidate, Functional residual
capacity, Intubation, Ketamine, Maintenance, Mask Airway, Pre-oxygenation, Propofol,
Rapid sequence induction, Sodium Thiopental
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Chapter 1 - Airway Management
Chapter 2 - Pre-operative Evaluation
Chapter 3 - General Anesthesia
Chapter 3 - General Anesthesia
Chapter 3 - General Anesthesia
Chapter 3 - General Anesthesia
Chapter 3 - General Anesthesia
Chapter 5 - Obstetrical Anesthesia
Chapter 5 - Obstetrical Anesthesia
Chapter 5 - Pediatric Anesthesia
Chapter 6 - Induction Agents
Chapter 6 - Induction Agents
Chapter 6 - Induction Agents
Chapter 6 - Induction Agents
Chapter 6 - Inhaled Agents