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Learn when atropine fails—and what to do instead. This guide explains why atropine doesn't work in high-degree AV blocks, heart transplant patients, and other critical scenarios. Covers contraindications like acute glaucoma and CAD, plus alternative treatments like pacing and catecholamines. Essential for anesthesia exams and emergency management.

Stay up to date with the 2025 AHA CPR/ECC Guidelines. This article breaks down the key updates every anesthesia resident and perioperative clinician should know—from unified survival chains to airway priorities and post-arrest care. Perfect for board exam review and evidence-based daily practice.

Rethink the old “stress dose” concept with this clear, evidence-based guide to perioperative steroid cover. Learn how to assess adrenal risk, choose the right hydrocortisone dose, and manage adrenal crisis safely. Perfect for anesthesia residents and perioperative teams preparing for exams or refining daily clinical practice.

Learn how to safely transfer patients from the PACU using structured, evidence-based criteria. This guide explains Aldrete scoring, vital sign thresholds, neuromuscular recovery (TOFR ≥0.9), and regional anesthesia observation. Designed for anesthesia residents and perioperative nurses, it blends clinical practicality with exam-focused clarity—perfect for mastering both safe discharge decisions and certification preparation.

A practical guide for anesthesia teams: When to delay pediatric surgery after a cold, why the “2-week rule” matters, and when to wait even longer.

Quick guide for anesthesia and perioperative teams: learn when to stop diabetes meds like SGLT2 inhibitors and metformin before surgery. Stay safe and confident.

Quick guide to perioperative blood sugar control 💉—learn safe glucose targets, avoid infection, and support faster recovery during anesthesia.

Quick guide to anesthesia in liver disease 💉 Safe agents, modern drugs, and key dose adjustments—including Remimazolam & Rocuronium.

VOCAL-Penn Score: a next-generation tool for assessing perioperative risk in cirrhotic patients. Learn how it improves accuracy beyond MELD.