Objectives to direct the training of emergency medicine off-service rotations: anesthesiology.

This is the 15th article in a continuing series of "off-service" goals and objectives for resident education in emergency medicine. Knowledge and skills in providing anesthesia and analgesia are essential in managing patients in the emergency department, critical care unit, and surgery. However, Anesthesiology off-service rotations are often limited to a 2-week rotation. Therefore, clear goals and objectives in Anesthesiology are essential for the resident in training.