#205 Safeguarding Patients: Navigating the Dangers of Prone Positioning
Anesthesia Patient Safety Podcast - A podcast by Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation - Wednesdays
Ever wondered about the underappredicated dangers of prone positioning during surgery? Join me, Alli Bechtel, as we navigate the complexities and risks of managing patients in this critical position. From pressure-related injuries to the eyes, nose, and shoulders, to nerve ischemia and shoulder dislocations, we'll cover it all. In this episode, inspired by Taizoon Dhoon and colleagues' article "The Underappreciated Dangers of the Prone Position," we’ll dissect the physiologic changes that can...
