Regional Anesthesia: The Requisites, 1e (Requisites in Anesthesia)

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This volume in the "Requisites in Anesthesia" series delivers all of today's key knowledge in regional anesthesia...in a concentrated, "high-yield" format that makes the material easy to master quickly! Concise, well organized chapters, superb illustrations, and at-a-glance figures and tables clarify everything from state-of-the-art basic science through advanced procedures. The book's tightly focused, user-friendly coverage makes it ideal both as a refresher for certification or recertification, and as a reference for everyday clinical practice.Explores the relevant physiology and pharmacology xB7; the mechanisms of action, toxicity, dosing guidelines, and advantages and disadvantages of the drugs usually used in regional anesthesia xB7; and the full range of specific regional anesthesia techniques. Discusses common complications such as headache xB7; presents the latest practice guidelines issued by the ASA and ASRA xB7; and details specialized regional anesthesia techniques for pediatrics, perioperative pain management, and other subspecialties.Uses a logical, consistent chapter format to make information easy to find.Features more than 250 crisp illustrations that clarify complex concepts and demonstrate key nuances of technique.Offers special boxes that summarize the key points of each section xB7; explore current controversies xB7; and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various drugs, tests, techniques, monitoring approaches, and more.