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S U P P L E M E N T T O O U T P AT I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E O N L I N E | O C T O B E R 2 0 1 4
W
hile you may be fortunate enough to never encounter
malignant hyperthermia, a deadly but rare disorder that
can happen on your watch, it's crucial to know how to
handle it the right way, right away. Test your knowledge of
MH to ensure your staff recognizes the earliest warning
signs and reacts quickly and with purpose in the critical first minutes when life
hangs in the balance.
M A L I G N A N T H Y P E R T H E R M I A
Are You Prepared for an MH Emergency?
Preparation is key to managing the deadly disorder.
Theresa Clifford, MSN, RN, CPAN, CAPA | Portland, Maine
CLOSE WATCH Be
sure your staff is ready
to treat MH in any
patient at any time.