Essential Anesthesia: From Science to Practice (Essential Medical Texts for Students and Trainees) - Softcover

Euliano, T. Y.; Gravenstein, J. S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521536006 ISBN 13: 9780521536004

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2004

Synopsis

This is a concise, accessible introduction to the essentials of anesthesia, suitable for medical students, junior doctors, nurse anesthetists, and all operating theatre staff. It provides a brief, broad overview of the science and practice of anesthesia without overwhelming the reader with intimidating detail. The first section of the book describes the evaluation of the patient, the different approaches to anesthesia, and the postoperative care of the patient in pain. The next section introduces the essentials of physiology and pharmacology and their role in understanding the principles of anesthesia. The final section presents a step by step description of clinical cases, ranging from the simplest to the most complex. These clinical vignettes give a very real introduction to the practicalities of anesthesia and will give the non-anesthetist physician an idea of how to prepare a patient for a surgical procedure.

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About the Authors

Dr Tammy Euliano, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, received her MD from the University of Florida and continued at UF throughout residency and fellowship. She has received numerous awards for her dedication to teaching including the International Anesthesia Research Society Teaching Recognition Award, the University of Florida College of Medicine Exemplary Teacher, and nomination to the University of Florida College of Medicine Society of Teaching Scholars. Her research in simulator technology and patient safety have also been recognized by the American Society of Anesthesiologists.

Dr. J. S. Gravenstein is Graduate Research Professor of Anesthesiology, Emeritus, University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Gravenstein received his Dr. med. from the University of Bonn in Germany and his MD from Harvard University School of Medicine. Dr. Gravenstein is known worldwide for his work in patient monitoring, patient safety, and simulation technology. His numerous awards include the Massachusetts General Hospital Trustees Medal, and an honorary doctorate in medicine from the University of Graz, Austria.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521536006
• ISBN 13: 9780521536004
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 262