Do we glow?
Despite inconsistent use of protective equipment by resident staff, the actual radiation exposure remains low. Hospitals should be sure lead aprons and collars are available. Additional education concerning the availability of programs during pregnancy is needed.
Adding alfentanil at a 75 ng*mL(-1) target-concentration during an inhalation induction with 8% sevoflurane in 50% nitrous oxide allows intubation slightly earlier and provides stable hemodynamic conditions but the incidence of apnea during induction is higher. Lower concentrations are of little clinical interest.