This session gives a brief overview of normal physiological mechanisms regulating body pH, followed by case studies with a particular focus on abnormalities pertaining to the respiratory system.
This session contains a link to the BJA Education article followed by a series of self assessment multiple choice questions.<br><br>The article will open in a new window or tab depending on your browser.<br><br> CPD credits are awarded by the RCoA for the
This session examines aspects of thromboprophylaxis and thrombosis, including the aetiology, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment, and the impact on healthcare costs.
This session describes commonly encountered antihistamines including their indications for use, mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and side-effect profiles.
This session looks at drugs which are used primarily for their effects on the respiratory system, with particular emphasis on those drugs that may be encountered by the anaesthetist. Therapies for the management of acute asthma are only briefly mentioned
Module 7c provides content on general pharmacological principles, together with information of drugs likely to be encountered in anaesthetic practice ...
This session describes the classification of drugs currently used which act on the GI tract, as well as their dosage, common uses in clinical practice and side-effects.
This session covers commonly used antiemetics, with reference to the pathophysiology of postoperative nausea and vomiting, their mode of action and side effects.
