RT Book, Section A1 Chernobylsky, David J. A1 Fuller, Mitchell C. A1 Kaye, Alan D. A1 Hall, Stanley M. A2 Levitzky, Michael A2 McDonough, Kathleen A2 Kaye, Alan David A2 Hall, Stanley SR Print(0) ID 1175533683 T1 Anesthesia Considerations of Thermoregulation and Regional Anesthesia T2 Clinical Physiology in Anesthetic Practice YR 2021 FD 2021 PB McGraw Hill PP New York, NY SN 9781259641954 LK accessanesthesiology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1175533683 RD 2024/03/29 AB This chapter reviews specific anesthetic considerations concerning thermoregulation, regional anesthesia, and acute pain management. The role of thermoregulation is of concern for all patients undergoing surgical procedures, given that the operating room is typically extremely cold, and the patient is exposed and at risk for hypothermic consequences. Ultrasound technology developments have revolutionized the practice of regional anesthesia. As well, newer drugs with long duration have become commonplace for anesthesia providers. In this regard, enhanced recovery after surgery protocols relies strongly on ultrasound-guided nerve blocks that result in lower opioid consumption postoperatively and earlier hospital discharge. Adjuvant agents are currently being studied to provide additive and/or synergist effects with local anesthetics in evolving acute pain management strategies.