The new edition of Manual of Pediatric Anesthesia summarizes the principles of pediatric anesthesia and details important management considerations for a wide variety of conditions.Thoroughly updated and expanded, it reflects the latest research on new drugs and techniques to keep J absolutely current. Covering everything from chronic and acute pain through the pathophysiology of surgical disease to endoscopic procedures, you'll find exactly what you need to safely and effectively administer anesthesia to your pediatric patients. The manual's handy pocket size is perfect for quick reference and review.
• NEW Keeps you up-to-date with the latest information on recently introduced drugs used in pediatric anesthesia.
• Features NEW chapters on "Anesthetic Implications of Syndromes" and "Unusual Disorders and Cardiopulmonary and Neonatal Resuscitation" to help you prepare for challenging situations.
• NEW! Presents expanded coverage of complex surgical conditions, including minimally invasive techniques.
• NEW! Covers today's advances in sedation and intraoperative and postoperative pain management, giving you the latest perspectives on the controversial topic of pediatric pain management.
• Discusses anesthetics and procedures outside of the operating room.
• Explores the issue of anxiety and the parent/child/anesthesiologist relationship.
• Presents an index of syndromes and conditions and discusses their implications for the anesthesiologist.