This session will review the basics of capnography and its utility in the gastrointestinal lab. The physiology of ventilation and oxygenation and current monitoring technology will be discussed. Guidelines for procedural sedation and the potential role of capnography will be addressed. Basic capnogram waveforms and the nursing interventions will be presented.

Section Description

We are pleased to present the abstracts from SGNA's 33rd Annual Course, SGNA on a Mission: Exceeding Expectations. The diversity of these topics certainly reflects the richness and breadth of our specialty. In keeping with the tradition of the Annual Course, we hope the following abstracts will encourage discussions for improving nursing practice and patient care outcomes.