Unit Code: ANA830

Unit Name: Anaesthesia III

Description: The purpose of the Masters Anaesthesia programme is to build on the knowledge and skills in the Basic Sciences, Pharmacology and Practical conduct on Anaesthesia & ICU to enable to candidates to practice with in the pacific with higher risk patients and challenging patients and surgery. MMed 1 and 2 yrs are a two year curriculum building on the Diploma base line, aiming to acquire a knowledge & skills in peri-operative medicine, Anaesthesia & Intensive Care to practice as a specialist in Anaesthesia in the pacific. The course is based on the problem based learning (PBL) method of teaching and practical skills attainment and supervision with in the hospital.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the students will be able to: 1. Display appropriate judgment and expertise in the preparation and management of patients undergoing anaesthesia Able to care independently for ASA1-3 and some ASA4 patients whilst. appropriately seeking guidance for very ill or complicated patients or more complex procedures. 2. Display appropriate judgment and expertise in the postoperative management of patients including the management of acute pain May need some guidance for more difficult cases. 3. Actively run and participate in quality assurance, and respond to needs and organize changes required to meet professional standards. 4. Take on some departmental responsibilities as a manager and leader within the hospital environment. 5. Conduct the emergency and ongoing daily management of severe trauma and critically ill patients. Critical care supervision and teaching of junior trainees in PDGA after hours seeking senior guidance appropriately. 6. Utilise and coordinate health resources appropriately. 7. Maintain personal professional standards with continuing education, meetings and refresher courses. 8. Teach and supervise trainees and undergraduates in anaesthetic skills.

Prerequisite: ANA820 & MED811

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 120

Offered In: Semester 1,2