Anaesthetic Machine and Airway Equipment

This article explains how to prepare the anesthesia machine and airway management equipment in the operating room and explains how to use them safely. Evaluated the guidelines of the UK and Ireland Anesthesiologists Association (AAGBI) for safe manipulation and preparation of ET tract, laryngeal mask, speculation, nasopharynx airway and laryngoscope. The function of the anesthesia workstation is to safely deliver the anesthetic and gas mixture to the patient during the introduction process and during surgery.

It is imperative to inspect all anesthetic instruments and equipment before using it everyday. In 2004, the Association of Anesthesiologists in the UK and Ireland issued a third edition of the list of anesthesia instruments. The checklist has been approved by experts and covers all aspects of anesthesia testing including piping, respiratory system, ventilation and surveillance equipment. Workers must be trained to inspect equipment and everyone checking machines and equipment must sign a book. (2004 UK Irish Anesthetic Society). Under the supervision of my tutor, I began to confirm that the anesthesia machine is ready for the day. First, turn on the power after confirming that the anesthesia machine is connected to the main power supply. Then I started testing all the monitoring equipment such as pulse oximeter, carbon dioxide analyzer, oxygen analyzer etc. This is called a tug boat test.

I was going to attend the afternoon meeting three times at ENT Theater. I and the surgical department practitioner (ODP) conducted the necessary examination in the anesthesia room and prepared safely the anesthetic materials and equipment when preparing the list (AAGBI 2004). In addition, I confirmed the safety and proper function of the anesthesia machine and supplemented medicine in the anesthesia cabinet. Shields and Werder (2002) states that it is important to properly prepare anesthesia equipment, resources and patients in order to provide safe anesthetic treatment. Team members gathered to start a pre-operative briefing session. During the briefing, the surgeon mentioned the order of the list. Because Mr. B is a personal case, I will eventually do it. After completing the first two cases, ODP and I went to the waiting room of the patient to take Mr. B. I introduced myself and confirmed his identity. Then I checked and recorded all preparations before surgery.