Lecture Notes on Clinical Anaesthesia

Part of the "Lecture Notes" series, this book aims to introduce anaesthesia in a very basic and practical way. It describes the role of anaesthesia in medical practice, and considers the multi-faceted role of the anaesthetist. Throughout the book, each subject is described in a didactic manner.

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"Lecture Notes on Clinical Anaesthesia" is a core text in anaesthesia that will appeal to medical students, junior doctors, general practitioners and allied health professionals who want a concise introduction to the subject. The aim of the book is to integrate basic science with clinical practice, the result being a text that will serve as a reference to the practitioner as well as the student."Lecture Notes on Clinical Anaesthesia" contains:* anaesthetic assessment and premedication* the basics of anaesthetic equipment and drug administration* measurement and monitoring of anaesthesia* postanaesthesia care* an introduction to intensive care* the basics of chronic pain relief* guidelines for resuscitation of the collapsed patient"Lecture Notes on Clinical Anaesthesia" is an essential purchase for anyone who needs a primer in the subject.