Guidelines

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Antimicrobial Prescribing GuidesAntimicrobial Prescribing Guides→
Antimicrobial Prophylaxis for Surgical ProceduresAltemeier classification of surgical wounds Procedures that need antibiotic prophylaxis Choice of prophylactic antibiotics Timing of prophylactic antibiotics Duration of prophylactic antibiotic therapy Altemeier classification of surgical wounds 256 Class 1: Clean SSI risk < 1% Sterile area of body. Skin intact before surgical incision. Surgery does not involve opening of gastrointestinal, res→
Antineoplastic and Immunomodulating AgentsPlatinum coordination compounds, Taxanes, Doxorubicin Cyclophosphamide Chlorambucil Melphalan Ifosfamide Busulfan Temozolomide Bacille Calmette-Guerin (BCG) Dacarbazine Methotrexate Pemetrexed Mercaptopurine Thioguanine Fludarabine Cytarabine Topical 5 Fluorouracil Capecitabine Capecitabine plus Gemcitabine Fluorouracil Vinblastine Vincristine Vinorelbine Vinorelbine (IV) Vinorelbine (oral) Docet→
Antipruritics, including Antihistamines, Anaesthetics, etc.Dithranol Clobetasol 0.05% Isotretinoin Acitretin Imiquimod topical 5% ATC Code D05AC01 Medicine Dithranol Indication Psoriasis NEMLC Recommendation Not Approved Review Indicators - Availability of registered product - Evidence of efficacy Date Ratified 23 June 2022 ATC Code D07AD Medicine Very potent topical corticosteroid – Group IV: e.g. Clobetasol 0.05% Examples: Crea→
Antiretroviral Drug Dosing Chart for Children 2012Antiretroviral Drug Dosing Chart for Children 2012→
AnxietyAn approach to symptom management to guide decision-making in the management of patients with life-threatening illness→
AppendicesAppendix 1 - Phototherapy Appendix 2 - Exchange Transfusion Appendix 3 - Newborn Resuscitation Algorithm Appendix 1 - Phototherapy Click on the image to enlarge Click here for the pdf version of the image Appendix 2 - Exchange Transfusion Click on the image to enlarge Click on here fo the pdf version of the image Appendix 3 - Newborn Resuscitation Algorithm Click on the image to enlarge Click her→
Appendix 10: Cover Letter to Parent/ CaregiverClick here for Appendix 10: Cover letter to parent/caregiver SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 10: Cover Letter to Patient/ Parent/ GuardianClick here for Appendix 10: Cover letter to patient/parent/guardian South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 11: Pre-Procedural ChecklistClick here for Appendix 11: Pre-procedural checklist South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 11: Pre-Procedural ChecklistClick here for Appendix 11: Pre-procedural checklist SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 12: Post-Sedation Monitoring Chart and Discharge Criteria QuestionnaireClick here for Appendix 12: Post-sedation monitoring chart and discharge criteria questionnaire South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 12: Post-Sedation Monitoring Flow ChartClick here for Appendix 12: Postsedation monitoring flow chart SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 13: Discharge Scoring SystemClick here for Appendix 13: Discharge scoring systems SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 13: Discharge Scoring SystemsClick here for Appendix 13: Discharge scoring systems South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 1: Basic Equipment and Drugs for Procedural Sedation and Analgesia in AdultsClick here for Appendix 1: Basic equipment and drugs for procedural sedation and analgesia in adults South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 1: Basic Equipment and Drugs for Procedural Sedation and Analgesia in ChildrenClick here for Appendix 1: Basic equipment and drugs for procedural sedation and analgesia in children SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 1: Brief Pain InventoryThis guideline is endorsed by the following professional groups: Cape Pelvic Pain Society, PainSA, South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association, and South African Society of Anaesthesiologists.→
Appendix 2: Opioid Risk ToolThis guideline is endorsed by the following professional groups: Cape Pelvic Pain Society, PainSA, South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association, and South African Society of Anaesthesiologists.→
Appendix 2: Practice Appraisal ProtocolClick here for Appendix 2: Practice appraisal protocol South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 2: Practice Appraisal Protocol for Paediatric SedationClick here for Appendix 2: Practice appraisal protocol for paediatric sedation SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 3: Sample Opioid AgreementThis guideline is endorsed by the following professional groups: Cape Pelvic Pain Society, PainSA, South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association, and South African Society of Anaesthesiologists.→
Appendix 3: Valid Informed Consent to Sedation and Analgesia for Medical/Dental ProceduresClick here for Appendix 3: Valid informed consent to sedation and analgesia for medical/dental procedures SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 3: Valid Informed Consent to Sedation and Analgesia for Medical/Dental ProceduresClick here for Appendix 3: Valid informed consent to sedation and analgesia for medical/dental procedures South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 4: Medical History QuestionnaireClick here for Appendix 4: Medical history questionnaire SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 4: Medical History QuestionnaireClick here for Appendix 4: Medical history questionnaire South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025 →
Appendix 5: Evaluation of the Airway for SedationClick here for Appendix 5: Evaluation of the airway for sedation SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 5: Evaluation of the Airway for SedationClick here for Appendix 5: Evaluation of the airway for sedation South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 6: Sedation Scoring SystemsClick here for Appendix 6: Sedation scoring systems SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 6: Sedation Scoring SystemsClick here for Appendix 6: Sedation scoring systems South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 7: Sedation Monitoring Flow ChartClick here for Appendix 7: Sedation monitoring flow chart South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 7: Sedation Monitoring Flow ChartClick here for Appendix 7: Sedation monitoring flow chart SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 8: Pre-Sedation Instructions for Parents/CaregiversClick here for Appendix 8: Pre-sedation instructions for parents/caregivers SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 8: Pre-Sedation Instructions for Patients/ Carers/ GuardiansClick here for Appendix 8: Pre-sedation instructions for patients/carers/guardians South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix 9: Post-Sedation Instructions (Aftercare) for Parents/CaregiversClick here for Appendix 9: Post-sedation instructions (aftercare) for parents/caregivers SASA Paediatric Guidelines for the Safe use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Children: 2021–2026→
Appendix 9: Post-Sedation Instructions (Aftercare) for Patients/ Carers/ GuardiansClick here for Appendix 9: Post-sedation instructions (aftercare) for patients/carers/guardians South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for the Safe Use of Procedural Sedation and Analgesia for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Adults: 2020–2025→
Appendix AAppendix A→
Appendix AClick on image to enlarge Click on image to enlarge Click here for the pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Guidelines for Arthroplasty in South Africa 2024→
Appendix A: GovernanceCode of conduct Scarce skills: anaesthetic services Safety incident reporting and learning Core standards Peer review document Code of conduct SASA member code of conduct for anaesthesia professionals Health Professions Council guidelines SASA expects its members to adhere to all Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) rules and regulations regarding good professional and ethical pract→
Appendix A: Pictures of Common Genital Findings in Abused ChildrenRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→
Appendix B: Standard for Equipment/Facilities GuidesIUSS Health Facilities Guides This is available at: https://www.sasaweb.com Click her for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022→
Appendix B: Tanner Staging for Female Sexual DevelopmentRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→
Appendix C: STI DiagnosticsRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→
Appendix C: SedationThese guidelines are available at: SASA Guidelines for the safe use of procedural sedation and analgesia for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in adults: 2020– 2025 SASA paediatric guidelines for the safe use of procedural sedation and analgesia for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in children: 2021–2026 Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA→
Appendix D: Facilities AgreementsThis is available at: SASA Facilities Group Agreement SASA Clinical Service Provider Facilities Group Agreement Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022→
Appendix D: STI Lab Request FormRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→
Appendix E: Day-Case SurgeryThis is available at: https://www.sasaweb.com Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022→
Appendix E: Form 22Rainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→
Appendix F: Position Statementsi. Ketamine clinics Ketamine administration for severe depression as either a standalone therapy or in combination with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been widely accepted in South Africa and worldwide as an evidence-based treatment modality. Anaesthesiologists are increasingly being asked to assist with delivering ketamine as therapy in these specific situations. Typically, the psychiatrist→
Appendix F: RMMCH Medical ReportRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020→