|Videos|April 11, 2010

Worst anesthesia-monitoring mistake: Relying on machines

Technicians: To truly keep anesthetized patients safe, you must use your hands.

When it comes to monitoring anesthesia patients, Jennifer Keefe, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia, ECC) says a hands-on approach is the best way to go. Watch this video to find out why Keefe, who's co-owner of Rockingham Emergency Veterinary Hospital in Windham, N.H., says that while machines are essential, your senses are also important.

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