Challenges ahead in technology training: a report on the training initiative of the Committee on Technology.

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Challenges ahead in technology training: a report on the training initiative of the Committee on Technology.

October 11, 2006

Olympio MA; Reinke B; Abramovich A.

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The authors describe the complexity of keeping current on new anesthesia equipment and propose an in-depth process for physician and technician training to ensure safe use in the operating room.

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