Ensuring the safety of pediatric patients with sickle cell disease during anesthesia care can be a complex and demanding task, but what if you had a detailed roadmap to navigate this critical process? Join us as we unpack essential strategies based on the June 2024 APSF Article, “Preoperative Transfusion and Sickle Cell Disease in the Pediatric Patient” by Rahul Baijal, Priti Dalal, and Megha Kanjia, specifically tailored for pediatric anesthesia care. We break down the crucial factors like sickle cell genotype, baseline hemoglobin levels, and disease severity, offering a comprehensive guide for developing patient-specific preoperative transfusion plans. Discover the importance of a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach and gain insights into detailed preoperative evaluations that include baseline pulmonary status and stroke risk assessment.

Addressing another crucial aspect of patient safety, we turn our attention to the increasingly concerning issue of workplace violence in anesthesia settings. With alarming statistics showing high levels of harassment among anesthesiology faculty, the APSF has developed pivotal resources to combat this issue. Explore these video-triggered workshops that can raise awareness and foster important conversations within your team. These tools are designed to be integrated seamlessly into staff meetings and training sessions, aiming to create a safer, more supportive working environment. Stay vigilant and proactive to ensure no one is harmed by anesthesia care, whether patient or provider.

For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/212-comprehensive-approaches-to-pediatric-patients-with-sickle-cell-disease/

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