Main description:

The basics of anatomy, physiology and microbiology are discussed in addition to the principles of equipment functions to provide a complete manual of anaesthesia for operation theatre technicians.

Contains adequate and good illustrations to make the subject very easy.
All the necessary details are presented ina simple language.

Contents:

1. Surgical Team

2. Role of Anesthesia Technician in Assisting the Anesthetist

3. Operating Table and Positions Used for Surgeries

4. Operating Department

5. Anesthetic Machine

6. Anesthetic Breathing System (Breathing Circuits)

7. Laryngeal Mask Airway

8. Pipeline of Anesthetic Cases and Vacuum (Suction)

9. Theater Asepsis and Sterilization of Equipment

10. Monitors and Other Equipment

11. Respiratory System

12. Cardiovascular System

13. Endocrine System

14. Anesthesia

15. Pharmacology of Anesthetic Drugs

16. Regional Anesthesia

17. The Common Drugs Used Before or During Anesthesia

18. Microbiology

19. Cardiopulmonary Cerebral Resuscitation

20. Blood Grouping and Transfusions

Index