1. Anaesthetic equipment -- 2. Anaesthetic pharmacology -- 3. Planning for general anaesthesia -- 4. Routine induction of general anaesthesia -- 5. The rapid sequence induction -- 6. Central neuraxial blockade -- 7. Emergency drills -- Appendix 1: Glossary -- Appendix 2 Answers to self-assessment questions.
Summary
'Introducing Anaesthesia' clearly explains the scientific principles and clinical practice of general anaesthesia for those starting out in the specialty. Mapped to the Royal College of Anaesthetists' Initial Assessment of Competency, this reader friendly guide will help trainees sail through the first few months on the job.
