Basic Physiology for Anaesthetists

by David Chambers, Christopher Huang, Gareth Matthews

Every trainee in anaesthesia requires a thorough understanding of basic physiology and its application to clinical practice. This comprehensively illustrated textbook bridges the gap between medical school and reference scientific texts. It covers the physiology requirements of the Primary FRCA examination syllabus. Chapters are organised by organ system, with particular emphasis given to the respiratory, cardiovascular and nervous systems. The practical question-and-answer format helps the reader prepare for the oral examination, while 'clinical relevance' boxes translate the physiological concepts to clinical practice. The authors include two medical physiologists and a Specialty Registrar in anaesthesia, and thereby bring a unique blend of expertise. This ensures that the book is up-to-date, accessible, and pitched appropriately for the trainee anaesthetist. Packed with easily understood, up-to-date and clinically relevant material, this convenient volume provides an essential 'one-stop' resource in physiology for junior anaesthetists.

455 pages, Paperback

First published September 25, 2014

Reviews

[zainab · Rating 4 out of 5]

nothing basic about it if we're being rly real

good q&a layout, a surprisingly easy read given the hellish subject topic

[Thomas Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best physiology book I've found. Very well written

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I read this book earlier in my cereer. Definitely a good follow up read after Costanzo

[Miss · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fills a gap in the Primary FRCA literature. Managed with cross for the MCQ but this was not sufficient for SOE. Love this book. Excellent depth covered, clearly explained, good diagrams and clinically relevant. All my SOE questions in physiology were easily answered from here.

[YoGI · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could be used by anyone as "basic physiology" textbook, not just anaesthesiologists. Well organised and clearly explained.