This article explores the systems involved in progressive systemic sclerosis, a disease of the connective tissue and various internal organs, and reviews the anesthetic considerations.

Print version: 1982;50(6):548-554.

By David W. Hoerneman, CRNA, BSN

The author provides practical information for the anesthesia management of orthopedic patients, including choice of technique, complications and the use of tourniquets.

Print version: 1982;50(6):555-563.

 

The author reviews the role of calcium in the cardiovascular system and explains

the effects of the three major calcium channel blocking agents available today.

Print version: 1982;50(6):564-568.

 

In this article, the author reviews the opiate receptors in man and explores tle analgesia effects of these opioid peptides.

Print version: 1982;50(6):569-573.

 

The author presents the results of his study on the role that CRNAs' personal feelings and attitudes play in the care of the organ donor cadaver/ patient.

Print version: 1982;50(6):574-578.

 

In this article, the author discusses the management of the neonate undergoing ligation of a patent ductus arteriosus. Emphasis is on the management of the very low birth weight premature infant.

Print version: 1982;50(6):579-582.

 

A contribution to national security: Nurse anesthetists actively support National Guard and Reserve medical units.

Print version: 1982;50(6):527.

 

Legal briefs

Exclusive contracts-A new court interpretation

Print version: 1982;50(6):583-584.

 

The new Medicare regulations and the impact they will have on nurse anesthetists.

Print version: 1982;50(6):585-588.

 

The fifth of the AANA Journal's 1982-83 six-part course. The risk incurred by chronic liver disease patients has never been well defined, but it is known that multi-organ involvement associated with hepatic damage complicates an already risky undertaking. This article provides an overview of the causes of risk associated with administering anesthesia to a patient with chronic liver disease, and reviews management techniques and agents.

Print version: 1982;50(6):589-595.

 

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Print version: 1982;50(6):628-630.