The aim of this book is to provide a concise and understandable review of thephysics mathematics statistics physiology and pharmacology of anaesthesia. Arevised... » 

The aim of this book is to provide a concise and understandable review of thephysics mathematics statistics physiology and pharmacology of anaesthesia. Arevised edition of a book originally titled Anaesthetic Data Interpretationthe new title better reflects the contents of the book. There are severaladditional chapters relevant to the Primary FRCA examination. New topicscovered include the ventilatory response to oxygen and carbon dioxide which isnow a core knowledge requirement new concepts in cardiovascular physiologyreceptor types and the molecular actions of anaesthetics. Some of the revisionsreflect advances in technology for example the uses of the capnograph and theoxygen analyser have advanced considerably in recent years. Basic Science forAnaesthetists is a concise and informative text which will be invaluable fortrainee anaesthetists and an aid to teaching for the trainers. «