Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia: Foundations and Clinical Application 2nd Edition

Pharmacology and Physiology for Anesthesia: Foundations and Clinical Application, 2nd Edition

Overview:

This definitive text serves as the cornerstone of training and clinical competency for anesthesia providers, offering a comprehensive and integrated approach to pharmacology, physiology, and molecular-cellular biology. Thoroughly updated and expanded, the second edition reflects contemporary advancements in anesthetic practice and education, making it an essential resource for study, review, and daily clinical application.

Key Features:

• Expanded Clinical Coverage:
• New chapters address anesthetic pharmacology in special populations, including:
• Obesity
• Geriatrics
• Pediatrics
• Additional new content includes:
• Oral and Non-IV Opioids
• Thermoregulation
• Obstetric Anesthesia Physiology and Pharmacology
• Chemotherapeutic and Immunosuppressive Drugs
• Surgical Infection and Antimicrobial Therapy
• New Core Sections:
• Entirely new content on:
• Physics
• Anatomy
• Imaging Techniques relevant to anesthesia
• Updated Scientific Insights:
• In-depth exploration of:
• Consciousness and cognition
• Pharmacodynamics
• The immune system
• Anti-inflammatory pharmacology
• Visual Learning Tools:
• Includes 100 new, full-color illustrations
• Tables, figures, and algorithms clearly present complex concepts in an accessible format
• Practical Application Focus:
• Emphasis on understanding molecular mechanisms of drug actions
• Highlights critical drug interactions that may impact anesthetic management
• Digital Access:
• Expert Consult™ eBook included with purchase
• Enables full-text searchability
• Accessible across multiple devices for convenient study and reference