Case Files Anesthesiology
Case Files: Anesthesiology is an essential resource for
medical students and
junior anesthesia trainees, providing an interactive, case-based approach to mastering the complexities of anesthesiology. This book contains
53 high-yield clinical cases that offer a real-world, patient-centered approach to anesthesia management, helping readers develop critical clinical thinking skills.Each case is designed to simulate real-life situations, providing a thorough discussion of the scenario and its management, while also offering
USMLE-style comprehension questions to test understanding. The cases are structured to highlight key concepts, with each case accompanied by
clinical pearls that offer
evidence-based recommendations for effective patient management.Key features of this book include:
- 53 high-yield clinical cases, covering a wide variety of anesthetic scenarios across different disease conditions and patient groups.
- A clear, easy-to-follow case-based format that promotes active learning and enhances clinical reasoning.
- Clinical pearls that provide quick, valuable insights into managing common and complex anesthetic situations.
- USMLE-style questions at the end of each case to help students assess their knowledge and prepare for exams.
- Tables, illustrations, and clinical images to enhance understanding and visual learning.
The cases address critical areas of anesthesiology, including
preoperative evaluation (cardiac and pulmonary diseases, obesity), anesthesia for patients with
heart disease,
pulmonary disorders,
neurological conditions, and
pediatric anesthesia. It also covers
special situations like trauma, burns, complications of laparoscopy, and end-of-life/ethics issues.The book is particularly valuable for
medical students on anesthesia clerkships or
junior anesthesia trainees seeking a quick review or guidance for
emergency cases. Its focus on practical, patient-centered scenarios makes it a unique and invaluable resource, offering much more than just theoretical knowledge—it's a tool to develop the essential skills needed to manage anesthesia in real clinical settings.
Product details
- Publisher : McGraw Hill / Medical; 1st edition (October 14, 2010)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 518 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0071606394
- ISBN-13 : 978-0071606394