Clinical practice points

Aim To highlight the use of a diathermy device in the presence of concentrated oxygen creates a high risk of surgical fires. Theatre...

Aim To ensure clinical staff understand their institution’s established Post Anaesthesia Care Units (PACU) guidelines and broader...

Aim To remind clinicians at all levels that significant occult blood loss may be the cause of tachycardia and hypotension in the...

Aim To highlight the limitations of mobile devices for communicating clinical concerns unless a direct phone call is made. Background...

MAY 2025 The anaesthesia subcommittee reviewed a case of significant common peroneal nerve injury following prolonged use of non...

MAY 2025 A “code blue” is a well- recognised and universally used broadcast call for medical assistance in the event of a cardiac or...