====== Anesthetic management ====== Anesthetic [[management]] refers to the [[administration]] of [[anesthetic]]s (drugs that cause loss of sensation or consciousness) for surgical [[procedure]]s, pain management, or other medical procedures. This involves selecting the appropriate anesthetic {{agent]]s, determining the appropriate dose, monitoring the patient's vital signs, and adjusting the [[anesthetic]] as necessary to ensure the patient's safety and comfort. Anesthetic management is typically performed by [[anesthesiologist]]s or nurse anesthetists.