Abstract
Home use of continuous peripheral nerve block has increased rapidly in recent years. Factors to consider when setting up a home infusion program include patient selection, equipment, medications, and management of common problems. Attention to the steps outlined in this paper will help anesthesiologists make a comprehensive patient assessment plan, facilitate patient and caregiver education, and assist patients in completing their course of peripheral nerve catheter infusion therapy at home.
Original language | English (US) |
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Journal | Ambulatory Surgery |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 2 |
State | Published - Jun 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Ambulatory surgery
- Patient-controlled anesthesia
- Peripheral nerve block
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Medical–Surgical
- Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine