PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE ANESTHESIA

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 For cases using inhalational anesthesia, ensure that desflurane

has been turned off in favor of sevoflurane or isoflurane

 CO2 absorbents are free of strong bases (NaOH, KOH)

 The minimum fresh gas flow has been estimated using an

accredited formula or simulation software

• Minimize fresh gas flow

• Avoid nitrous oxide unless clinically preferred

• Set the vaporizer to deliver a concentration greater than

intended

• Closely monitor O2, CO2, and anesthetic concentrations while

delivering gas at minimum FGF

• During intubation, leave the fresh gas flow off/ vaporizer on

• Pediatric Induction:

• Limit nitrous oxide unless medically necessary

• Incorporate IV anesthetics

• Minimize fresh gas flow for the duration of induction

• For a sevoflurane mask induction, use distraction

techniques such as electronic media, conversation, and

premedication

PRE-OPERATIVE CHECKLIST

MAINTENANCE REMINDERS

INDUCTION REMINDERS