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465 entriesNDOH Standard Treatment Guidelines and clinical protocols
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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 Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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: 2021–2026Other→
- 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: 2020–2025Other→
- 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 2024Other→
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- 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 practOther→
- Appendix A: Pictures of Common Genital Findings in Abused ChildrenRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- 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_2022Other→
- Appendix B: Tanner Staging for Female Sexual DevelopmentRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- Appendix C: STI DiagnosticsRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- 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 (SASAOther→
- 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_2022Other→
- Appendix D: STI Lab Request FormRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- 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_2022Other→
- Appendix E: Form 22Rainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- 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 psychiatristOther→
- Appendix F: RMMCH Medical ReportRainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- Appendix G: Infection ControlThis guideline is available at: https://www.sasaweb.com Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022Other→
- Appendix G: J88Rainbow Clinic for Abused Children, April 2020Other→
- Appendix H: Consent Policy/Green FormThese are available at: Green form Consent blurb Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022Other→
- Appendix I Asthma MonitoringPeak expiratory flow rates Peak expiratory flow in normal adult subjects Calculating % Predicted Peak Flow Rate Calculating bronchodilator responsive using peak flow in adults Calculating peak flow variability in children and adults Asthma control test PEAK EXPIRATORY FLOW RATES Suggested reference peak expiratory flow (PEF) values for children: Click on the image to enlarge. Click on thePrimary Care→
- Appendix I: WHO ChecklistThis checklist is available at: https://www.who.int Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022Other→
- Appendix II Devices for Respiratory Conditions Inhaler DevicesSpacer Devices Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs) Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs) Nebulisers References SPACER DEVICES Spacers are vital for an adequate therapeutic effect of inhaled therapy. Spacer devices should be used for all inhaled medications in all age groups to improve efficacy of medicine delivery and limit adverse effects. Use a spacer that is appropriate for the patient’s age. Infants <Primary Care→
- Appendix III Cardiovascular Risk AssessmentNon-laboratory based risk screening Laboratory based risk screening NON-LABORATORY BASED RISK SCREENING BMI-BASED RISK ASSESSMENT Measure body mass index (BMI): BMI=weight (kg)/[height (m) x height (m)] Measure blood pressure. Calculate 10-year risk of a cardiovascular event using the BMI-based CVD risk tool below. Use the patient’s sex, age, BMI, systolic BP and smoking status to work out what cPrimary Care→
- Appendix J: ICUThese guidelines are available at: https://www.sasaweb.com Click here for the full pdf South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) Practice Guidelines_2022Other→
- Appendix VI Devices for Respiratory Conditions Inhaler DevicesSpacer Devices Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs) Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs) Nebulisers References SPACER DEVICES Spacers are vital for an adequate therapeutic effect of inhaled therapy. Spacer devices should be used for all inhaled medications in all age groups to improve efficacy of medicine delivery and limit adverse effects. Use a spacer that is appropriate for the patient’s age. Infants <EML (Adult)→
- Appendix VII: Cardiovascular Risk AssessmentStandard Treatment Guidelines and Essential Medicines List for South Africa, Hospital Level, Adults 2019 EditionEML (Adult)→
- Appendix: 24-hour Background Analgesic InfusionBased on an 80 kg patient over 24 hours (multiplication factor for each drug = 24 x 80 = 1 920). Amounts are rounded off to available ampoule sizes. Hours Total/24 h Volume Drug: Ketamine; Dose/kg/hr: 0.05 mg; kg: 80 kg 24 100 mg 2 ml of 50 mg/ml Drug: Lignocaine; Dose/kg/hr: 1 mg; kg: 80 kg 24 2 000 mg 20 ml (10%; 100 mg/ml) Drug: Dexmedetomidine; Dose/kg/hr: 0.1&nbOther→
- Appendix: Antibioprophylaxis in Surgery and Interventional Medicine (Adult Patients). Update 2017Neurosurgery Ophthalmology Cardiac surgery Vascular surgery Orthopaedic surgery Trauma Thoracic surgery ENT Maxillo-facial surgery Digestive surgery Urology Gynaecology obstetrics Interventional surgery Bariatric surgery Plastic and reconstructive surgery Prophylaxis of endocarditis These guidelines are based on guidelines released by the French Society of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine (Other→
- Appendix: suggested prescription approachClick on the image to enlarge. Click here for the pdf . South African Nephrology Society (SANS). Consensus Statement on the Use of Hypoxia-Inducible Factor-Prolyl Hydroxylase Inhibitors (HIF-PHIs). South African Nephrology Society; 2023.Other→
- Appetite TestIMCI - Counsel the Mother or Caregiver on Infant and Young Child FeedingIMCI→
- ApproachApproach to burns in paediatric patientsOther→
- Approach to Achieving Glycaemic ControlApproach to Achieving Glycaemic ControlOther→
- Approach to Asymptomatic Neonatal HypoglycaemiaManagement guidelines for students, interns and registrars on a variety of routine and emergency situations in our neonatal service at Tygerberg Children’s Hospital. Published in 2014.Other→
- Approach to a Child with a Haematological ProblemCommon blood products – dosing, volumes and storage Red cell products: Storage: 1–6 °C (refrigerator). Administration: Use blood administration sets. Paediatric red cell concentrate (25–150 mL). Paediatric red cell concentrate, leucodepleted (75 mL). Packed cells (volume in mL) = 4 x weight x desired increase in haemoglobin. Whole blood, leucodepleted (485 mL): used in exchange transfusion; volumPEML (Paeds)→
- Approach to stabilisation and transferApproach to stabilisation and transferOther→
- Approach to the Cyanosed Baby with Congenital Heart Disease (CCHD)Guideline to the Approach to the Cyanosed Baby with Congenital Heart DiseaseOther→
- Approach to the Wheezy ChildGuideline on How to Approach the Wheezy ChildOther→
- ArthralgiaArthralgiaPrimary Care→