Prepared by authors based in the UK, this highly practical, illustrated guide continues to provide an up-to-date introduction to anaesthetic equipment and its use in clinical practice. An invaluable resource for all those who work with anaesthetic equipment, including anaesthetists studying for the FRCA examinations, nurses and operating department practitioners, this new edition has been completely updated to reflect current equipment and training requirements. Lavishly illustrated throughout with colour photos and clearly-drawn line illustrations, Essentials of Anaesthetic Equipment, third edition, retains the superbly organized and easy-to-read format that has made the previous two editions such a success. The same portable size is retained for the new edition An ideal book for the busy trainee or practitioner to carry around the hospital and 'dip into' when the opportunity presents A selection of MCQs is included at the end of each chapter providing an opportunity for the reader to test their knowledge - an ideal aid to exam preparation Highly illustrated with colour photographs and diagrams throughout to aid recognition in the clinical environment and demonstrates essential points Standardised format used for each piece of equipment: components, mechanism of action, problems in practice and safety features Summary boxes in every chapter highlighting key points and safety considerations help the reader remember key information and breaks down the text into manageable chunks. Especially helpful when preparing for exams Equipment checklists include essential information that all users of anaesthetic equipment need to know The content for the new edition reflects more closely the current FRCA syllabus New section on latex allergy Illustrations of now-obsolete equipment replaced with the latest models in use Discussion of bispectral monitoring now included Chapter on electrical safety expanded Chapter on sterilisation and cleaning added Rapid infusion devices discussed
This description of equipment and its use in anaesthesia, intensive care and pain relief has been written to provide the trainee anaesthetist with current information.
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Textbook of Anaesthesia has become the book of choice for trainee anaesthetists beginning their career in the specialty. It is highly suitable for part 1 of the Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists and similar examinations.
Provides a comprehensive but easily readable account of all of the information required by the FRCA Primary examination candidate.
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... relationship between IAP > 20 mmHg and subsequent development of renal failure. There is consensus that abdominal decompression should occur at levels of IAP > 20–25 mmHg. Malbrain ML, Cheatham ML, Kirkpatrick A, et al (2006).
This guide provides practical and clinically relevant advice in easily understandable sections to give you confidence and prepare you for your days in theatre - without the complicated physiology, pharmacology and physics.
Written in an enjoyable, conversational style, this unique text makes technical details easy to understand and remember.
Kheterpal, S., Gupta, R., Blum, J.M., et al., 2007. Electronic reminders improve procedure documentation compliance and professional fee reimbursement. Anesth Analg 104,592–597. Kheterpal, S., Tremper, K.K., O'Reilly, M., et al., 2004.
A knowledge of anesthetic equipment is essential for every part of the anesthesia exam.