Clinical obstetrics and gynecology
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The available options for cesarean section anesthesia are spinal, epidural, and general anesthesia. Each method has been enhanced over the years to provide better operating conditions and increased maternal and fetal safety. The choice is made primarily by the requirements of the situation as each can be provided with nearly equivalent safety by today's obstetric anesthesiologist.
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The simple mnemonic ABCDE summarizes the five key principles of neonatal resuscitation: 1. Airway 2. ⋯ Drugs 5. Evaluation of concurrent and causative problems and maintenance of a neutral thermal Environment.