Winter 07/Spring 08 Course Descriptions

All courses below are approved to be taught in Winter 2007 and Spring 2008; however, some (or all) may not be offered in either term.  The courses that are offered in Spring link to the Schedule of Classes.  Classes with alternative delivery modes (Web based, cable TV, correspondence, etc) are noted in the Schedule at the section level.  The complete list below is a good indicator of what may be offered over the next few years (contact department about offerings).  For explanations of course elements see the Key to Course Descriptions.

Anesthesiology (ANES)  Department Info

For descriptions of medical student electives, see the College of Medicine Electives Manual.

ANES 800 -- Research  (1-16 units)
Description:  To provide the student with an opportunity to participate in ongoing laboratory or clinical research in the Department of Anesthesiology. Format: Determined by the student in conjunction with the supervising faculty member. Currently, topics under investigation include: Phase I, II, II, and IV clinical trials with new medications, engineering, and evaluation of anesthesia delivery systems and anesthesia monitoring equipment, human factors (interaction of the physician with anesthesia equipment and with the operating room environment), optimal management of anesthesia, and basic research into pain mechanisms and pain pharmacology.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  Contact office prior to enrolling. Student must provide proof of successful completion in both Human Subject Protection Training and Blood Borne Pathogen Training.
May be repeated:  for a total of 16 units of credit.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

ANES 810A -- Anesthesiology  (1-16 units)
Description:  At the end of the four-week University of Arizona Anesthesiology rotation, the Medical Student will be able to: 1. Evaluate a patient for a general anesthetic with special attention to: a. Airway history and examination b. Full stomach risk factors c. Medications and the need to continue peri-operatively d. Cardiovascular and pulmonary history and examination 2. Manage the adult airway before intubation 3. Gather the appropriate supplies and place peripheral intravenous lines 4. Evaluate a patient for the necessity of endotracheal intubation 5. Induce general anesthesia with drugs appropriate for the patient 6. Gather the appropriate supplies and intubate an adult patient 7. Evaluate a patient for conscious sedation for painful procedures and use the appropriate drugs. Format: Students will be assigned daily to work with a faculty member and a resident on specified operative cases. In addition, the student is provided with a daily reading/task curriculum to guide their learning experience. The textbook, Clinical Anesthesiology by Morgan & Mikhail, is provided to the student for the duration of the rotation. Didactic sessions include daily conference (6:30 – 7:00) and Wednesday morning lecture and clinical conference (6:30 – 8:30).
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

ANES 810D -- Anesthesiology Sub-Internship  (1-16 units)
Description:  Goals: At the end of this subinternship, the student will be able to: administer a general anesthetic on an ASA performance status I or II patient which includes comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluation, appropriate preparation of the site of the general anesthetic, induction of general anesthesia, maintenance of general anesthesia, emergence of general anesthesia, transport to the post anesthesia care unit, report to the post anesthesia care unit nurse; evaluate a patient for the necessity of endotracheal intubation; recognize and manage a patient with a potentially difficult airway; gather the appropriate supplies to place a central venous line; gather the appropriate supplies and place an arterial line; evaluate a patient for conscious sedation for painful procedures and use the appropriate drugs.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  ANES 810A or equivalent or exceptional performance on third year Anesthesiology Clerkship.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring, Summer.

ANES 810E -- Anesthesiology Directed Reading Course  (1-16 units)
Description:  Goals: Upon successful completion of this elective, the students will be able to: relate the physiology of patients to the interventions of the anesthesiology for perioperative management; recognize the patient with a potentially difficult airway and discuss the anatomy and physiology of the difficulty.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  ANES 810A or subinternship in anesthesiology.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

ANES 815B -- Obstetrical Anesthesia  (1-16 units)
Description:  contact department.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Spring.

ANES 815P -- Critical Care Medicine  (1-16 units)
Description:  Goals: To provide the student with an introduction to the management of the patient with severe multiple system disease in the surgical intensive care unit setting. Major emphasis will be placed on providing an understanding of the diagnosis and management of acute respiratory failure, fluid, electrolyte, cardiovascular and neurological disorders. Format: The experience will consist of a four-week assignment to the Critical Care Medicine Service. Students will work under the supervision of residents and fellows of this service and an attending physician. They will participate in patient consultations and follow-up, rounds and conferences.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
Prerequisite(s):  Completion of clerkships.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Identical to:  SURG 815P, MEDI 815P.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

ANES 891A -- Anesthesiology and Subspecialties  (1-16 units)
Description:  Specialized work on an individual basis, consisting of instruction and practice in actual service in a department, program, or discipline. Teaching formats may include seminars, in-depth studies, laboratory work and patient study.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.

ANES 899 -- Independent Study  (1-16 units)
Description:  The goal of this elective is to allow the student to work with a particular faculty member in pursuit of a particular field of study in anesthesiology.
Grading:  Medical grades are awarded for this course: S P F K.
May be repeated:  an unlimited number of times, consult your department for details and possible restrictions.
Usually offered:  Fall, Spring.