Golden Rules of Anesthesia : Mnemonic

The “golden rules of anesthesia” are a set of principles and practices designed to ensure patient safety during anesthesia administration. These rules emphasize careful pre-operative preparation, vigilant intraoperative monitoring, and prompt management of potential emergencies.

Mnemonic: ANESTHESIA

1. A: Assessment and preparation of patient
2. N: Nil per oral
3. E: Equipment and drugs checked
4. S: Suction working
5. T: Tipping table
6. H: Have a vein open
7. E: Evaluate vitals
8. S: Somebody to help
9. I: Intubation (Ventilation control)
10. A: Airway clear