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Why don't they put you under for a pallidotomy?
General anesthesia is not used for two reasons: first, the brain does not feel any pain ; second, the patient must be awake and responsive in order to respond to the neurosurgical team as they monitor the placement of the probe
Can a patient in a persistent vegetative state sleep through the night and awake during the day?
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What type of anesthetic do they give you during LASIK?
For both LASIK and PRK, the patient's eye is numbed with anesthetic drops. No injections are necessary. The patient is awake and relaxed during the procedure.
How is it possible for the patient to be awake during brain surgery?
To my knowledge, the doctors wake up you after the section of your skull is removed. They can do this because your brain had no nerve ending so a person doesn't not feel pain while the brain surgeons are operating.
Can you be awake getting your tonsils removed?
Yes, you can be awake during a tonsillectomy, but it is not common. Some procedures may use local anesthesia or sedation, allowing the patient to remain conscious but relaxed and pain-free. However, most tonsillectomies are performed under general anesthesia to ensure the patient is completely unconscious and comfortable during the surgery. It's important to discuss anesthesia options with your healthcare provider.
What does responsiveness mean in medical terms?
The patient is awake and talking and knows there surroundings. Patient knows who they are, where they are and can reference time accurately
Do you have to be awake for an epidural anestesia?
Yes, patients are typically awake during the administration of an epidural anesthesia. This allows for real-time communication between the patient and the anesthesiologist, ensuring proper placement and effectiveness of the epidural. However, the procedure is usually done with local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. In certain cases, sedation may be offered to help the patient relax.
Are you awake for a nose job?
Yes, patients are typically awake during a nose job, or rhinoplasty, when local anesthesia is used. However, many also opt for sedation to help them relax during the procedure. The choice between being fully awake or under sedation depends on the complexity of the surgery and the patient's preference. Always consult with a qualified surgeon to discuss the best option for your specific case.
What anesthesia is used in tooth removing?
Local anaesthesia is typically used, as removing a tooth is a fairly short and simple procedure and it is simpler to have the patient awake during it. General anaesthesia might be used if the patient has a strong fear or intolerance of dentistry.
What is anesthesia awareness?
Anesthesia awareness is when a patient undergoing surgery did not receive enough anesthetic to prevent being awake during surgery. When this happens, the patient can feel every incision and excruciating pain. But they are paralyzed and they are completely unable to yell for help. A film was made in 2007 about this called "Awake." To learn more about anesthesia awareness, follow this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anesthesia_awareness
Is the octopus awake during the day or night?
they are always awake. no matter what. they die after they have their babies.
Why can you stay awake during a brain operation?
Often times, doctors need to test if the patient can speak or move a certain limb and they could not do this if the person was asleep. The doctors simply numb the area.
