Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST): Increasing Awareness Through Education

Local anesthetics are used for procedures in various settings. Although complications related to local anesthetic use is rare, adverse events do occur. A significant knowledge deficit was identified regarding local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST) signs, symptoms, and treatment.

Source: Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing - April 21, 2020 Category: Nursing Authors: Sherri L. Ferry, Kay R. Cook Tags: Best Practice Source Type: research