Session Introduction

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:
  • Define inhalation induction and describe the historical background of inhalation anaesthesia
  • State what makes a good inhalation induction agent and identify the best available agents
  • Differentiate between tidal volume breathing and vital capacity breath induction
  • Describe the advantages and disadvantages of inhalation induction compared to intravenous induction
  • Explain the specific indications for inhalation induction