Perianaesthetic

This information may explain many of the apparent contradictions in published data on gastric emptying in the perianaesthetic period.

The use of perianaesthetic morphine did not contribute to any increase in risk.

It is important that perianaesthetic nurses work in collaboration with the anaesthetist and other members of the surgical team to ensure patient safety throughout surgical procedures.

Tracheal, bronchial, and laryngeal irritability are increased, and it is found that chronic smokers have an increased risk of perianaesthetic laryngospasm and bronchospasm due to the stimulation caused by anaesthetic apparatus, blood and secretions in the airways.