Learning Objectives:
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
1. Discuss the pathophysiology of acute ischemic stroke; discuss the optimal timing of non-emergent surgery and anesthetic management.
2. Describe the pathophysiology of traumatic brain injury; Discuss anesthesia considerations for patients with recent head injury, including concussion, presenting for non neurosurgical procedures.
2. Describe the pathophysiology of traumatic brain injury; Discuss anesthesia considerations for patients with recent head injury, including concussion, presenting for non neurosurgical procedures.
3. Describe the incidence and pathophysiology of POCD; Discuss the implications of perioperative cognitive disorders: Describe potential interventions.