Editorial 

Readers respond to 1987 Inter-Ad Survey: Journal content gets high marks

Print version: 1987;55(4):304.

 

Letters to the Editor

More on determining the ratio of oxygen to air mixture

Print version: 1987;55(4):311.

 

Standard of care

Print version: 1987;55(4):312-314.

 

Washington Scene

Congress considers 1987 Medicare amendments

Print version: 1987;55(4):315-316.

 

This study indicates that providing auditory distraction for patients experiencing regional anesthesia is a means of decreasing state anxiety and sedation needs.

Print version: 1987;55(4):333-335.

 

Pulmonary wedge pressure does not accurately reflect left atrial pressure in patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction

This study examines the issue of which patients might benefit most from pulmonary artery catheterization.

Print version: 1987;55(4):336-340.

 

This study looks at the impact a preoperative anesthesia videotape has on patients' anxiety levels.

Print version: 1987;55(4):341-345.

 

In this the third of an update Journal Course, the authors review clinically pertinent aspects of the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system. This includes areas of pathophysiology that are relevant to the management of general anesthesia. Principles of pulmonary function testing also are explained and related to specific respiratory disease processes.

Print version: 1987;55(4):346-359.

 

Print version: 1987;55(4):360-364.

 

This article features an overview of intrathecal and epidural narcotics, including technique, dosages, indicates, and contraindications.

Print version: 1987;55(4):381-387.

 

The authors report on the anesthetic agents used and the surgical outcome in a series of patients undergoing a new fertility technique.

Print version: 1987;55(4):388-391.

 

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