“Is anesthesia given based on weight?”
I am a 17 year old female. I want to know if anesthesia is given based on weight?
6 Answers
It depends. While many of the medications used for anesthesia are weight-based, some are not.
Yes, all medications given take into consideration the patient weight .
Yes, most of the drugs are given based on weight.
Anesthesia is administered by weight and then titrated to effect. If you are a small person, remind your anesthesia provider of how much you weigh before your surgery
Yes, it also depends on your structure habits, medication you are taking, and whether you take alcohol.
Dosing and technique are based on weight, metabolism and tolerance to drugs
