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This video explains the principles of the carbon dioxide absorption technique and demonstrates the two methods in use: single-phase absorption and closed-circuit or two-phase absorption. Firstly the principle of absorption is illustrated using diagrams. Next the equipment is shown being prepared; a canister is shown. An anaesthetist is shown preparing a patient; nitrous oxide and ether are discharged into the breathing aparatus. The anaesthetist has to observe the patient's breathing bag carefully to monitor the patient's air supply. The methodology for using closed-circuit anaesthesia is more complex and requires the clinician to calibrate the machinery carefully; the advantage of this methodology is that a suitable level of anaesthesia can be maintained. Ends sudddenly; no credits.

Technique of anaesthesia series.

Technique of anaesthesia series

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The carbon dioxide absorption technique. No. 4.

A technical film (part of a series) apparently aimed at the inexperienced anaesthetist. Intubation is shown either orally or nasally depending on where on the body the operation is to be performed. With the aid of intertitles each section outlines the apparatus required as well as the appropriate preparation and care of the tubing used. Patients are shown being prepared for anaesthesia. Maintenance of anaesthesia with a variety of scenarios is shown, then finally, extubation. Endotrachael anaesthesia is extolled; absolute control of the airways so that choking can be prevented. The anaesthetist can observe the tubing in complex surgery and prevent asepsis particularly in surgery to the head and neck. 5 segments

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Endotracheal anaesthesia. No. 5.

Shows the apparatus designed to deliver continuous flow of nitrous oxide and oxygen. Ether is shown being added to the mixture of gases in various quantities. Diagrams are used throughout with short sequences of anaesthetised patients in between. The film is structured in parts, as follows; Preparation of Apparatus (showing correct flow meters), Induction, Introduction of Oxygen, then Ether, Maintenance. The End.

1 Digibeta (24:23 mins): sd., b&w.; PAL. 1 VHS (24:23 mins): sd., b&w.; PAL. 1 DVD (24:23 mins): sd., b&w.; PAL.

Nitrous oxide-oxygen-ether anaesthesia. No. 3.

A brief sequence of a female patient being anaesthetised is shown. Most of the film looks at the theory of the stages of anaesthesia using Guedel's chart using diagrams. It is the third stage when surgery can commence (this is in turn subdivided into planes). The fourth stage is respiratory failure and potentially death. Within each stage respiration is noted and the action of the diaphram and the thorax. The theory is shown in practice as a male patient is shown anaesthetised. The patient's breathing is observed even when covered in surgical gowns. Reflexes relating to the eye are demonstrated. The action of pre-medication on the size of the pupil is discussed. The end.

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The signs and stages of anaesthesia. No. 1.

A technical film (part of a series) apparently aimed at the inexperienced anaesthetist. Emergency situations together with appropriate equipment are demonstrated. Training staff in resuscitation methods is encouraged. Sylvester's method is recommended, although chest massage and mouth-to-mouth are also shown. Emergencies covered are a female patient who has stopped breathing; she is intubated orally and artificial respiration is performed; a male patient in cardiac arrest. 3 segments

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Respiratory and cardiac arrest. No. 9.

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The carbon dioxide absorption technique. No. 4.

Endotracheal anaesthesia. No. 5.

Nitrous oxide-oxygen-ether anaesthesia. No. 3.

The signs and stages of anaesthesia. No. 1.

Respiratory and cardiac arrest. No. 9.

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The carbon dioxide absorption technique. No. 4.

Endotracheal anaesthesia. No. 5.

Nitrous oxide-oxygen-ether anaesthesia. No. 3.

The signs and stages of anaesthesia. No. 1.

Respiratory and cardiac arrest. No. 9.

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