LAC 46:XLV.7311. Administration of Anesthesia

A. Evaluation of the Patient. All patients shall have a presurgical evaluation (history and physical) to screen for and identify any medical condition that could adversely affect the patient’s response to the medications utilized for moderate or deep sedation. B. Diagnostic Testing, Consultations. Appropriate pre-anesthesia diagnostic testing and consultations shall be obtained as indicated by the pre-anesthesia evaluation. C. Anesthesia Plan of Care. A patient-specific plan for anesthesia care shall be formulated based on the assessment of the patient, the surgery to be performed and the capacities of the facility. D. Administration of Anesthesia. Deep sedation/analgesia shall be administered by an anesthesia provider who shall not participate in the surgery. E. Monitoring. Monitoring of the patient shall include continuous monitoring of ventilation, oxygenation and cardiovascular status. Monitors shall include, but not be limited to, pulse oximetry, electrocardiogram continuously, non-invasive blood pressure measured at appropriate intervals, an oxygen analyzer and an end-tidal carbon dioxide analyzer. A means to measure temperature shall be readily available and utilized for continuous monitoring when indicated. An audible signal alarm device capable of detecting disconnection of any component of the breathing system shall be utilized. The patient shall be monitored continuously throughout the duration of the procedure. Post-operatively, the patient shall be evaluated by continuous monitoring and clinical observation until stable. Monitoring and observations shall be documented in the patient's medical record. Qualified monitoring personnel assigned to monitor a patient shall not participate in the surgery.