Professional burn-out: Recognition and management
By Edgar M. Ansell, EdD
An examination of both the internal and external causes of burn-out, as well as suggestions for coping with stress.
Print version: 1981;49(2):135-142.

 

Anesthesia for cystic fibrosis patients
By Sandra Weiss Rix, CRNA, BA
An overview of the potential risks and anesthestic complications encountered in surgical patients with this condition.
Print version: 1981;49(2):143-146.

 

Acute gastric dilatation associated with multiple trauma
By Patricia J. Olinder, CRNA, BS
Maurice A Ibin, MD, MS
Both a review of the literature and a case presentation focusing on the complication of acute gastric dilatation in trauma victims.
Print version: 1981;49(2):147-150.

 

Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for the relief of post-incisional surgical pain
By Jack M. Neary, CRNA
An analysis of how this newly applied technique can reduce the need for narcotics in pain reduction.
Print version: 1981;49(2):151-155.

 

Spontaneous uterine rupture: A case study
By G. D. (Jay) Woldt, Maj., CRNA, MN
A step-by-step approach to the anesthetic management of a patient with this condition.
Print version: 1981;49(2):156-158.

 

Neuromuscular blocking agents: A review
By Murray Comfort, CRNA
A review of the mechanism of neuromuscular transmission and the effects of curare and succinylcholine on this function.
Print version: 1981;49(2):159-165.

 

Education Feature: New responsibilities in academe
By Scott D. Foster, CRNA, MA
A fresh look at the research and service responsibilities of today's nurse anesthesia educator.
Print version: 1981;49(2):166-173.

 

Editorial
The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists celebrates Founders' Day on

June 17
Print version: 1981;49(2):109.

 

News & Views
Print version: 1981;49(2):113.

 

Letters
Print version: 1981;49(2):209-210.

 

Legal Briefs
By William R. Kucera, JD
AANA Legal Counsel
The courts look at the exclusive contract for providing anesthesia services.
Print version: 1981;49(2):174-176.

 

Washington Scene
By Richard E. Verville
AANA Washington Consultant
The Reagan Administration proposes a new approach.
Print version: 1981;49(2):177-180.

 

AANA Journal Course: Preoperative evaluation and physical assessment of the patient. Part 1-The respiratory system
By Nancy J. Wittstock, CRNA, MS
The first of the AANA Journal's 6-part course. Here, the author provides the "how to" of the physical assessment as well as the implications to anesthesia of any abnormal physical findings.
Print version: 1981;49(2):197-206.

 

Book Reviews
Print version: 1981;49(2):133.

 

General and subscription information
Print version: 1981;49(2):104.

 

Index to advertisers
Print version: 1981;49(2):228.