Bring physics to life—fast. Whether you last studied physics at school or you’re deep into clinical practice, this fully updated second edition makes the essentials clear, memorable, and directly relevant to anaesthesia.
Perfect for: FRCA trainees, operating department practitioners (ODPs), anaesthetic nurses, clinical science and biomedical/medical engineering students.
Why readers love it
- Zero-assumption explanations: Starts from first principles and builds up with everyday examples—no prior physics knowledge required.
- From theory to theatre: “Clinical Application” boxes link concepts to real anaesthetic scenarios you face on shift.
- Visual learning that sticks: Clear diagrams and step-by-step worked examples turn complex topics into simple takeaways.
- Exam-ready support: Fully revised online MCQs and SBAs with hints and full answers—ideal for FRCA prep.
- Portable & practical: Concise, easy to dip into, and designed for focused study sessions on the go.
What you’ll master
- Gas laws, vapourisers, flow and ventilation
- Pressure, temperature, humidity, and thermodynamics in practice
- Electrical safety and equipment essentials
- Monitoring principles: capnography, oximetry, blood gases
- Imaging and devices: ultrasound, MRI, and more
Built for results
Aligned to the FRCA syllabus and crafted by experienced educators, this book trims the fluff and focuses on what improves understanding, recall, and exam performance.
The bottom line
If you want a clear, clinically focused route through the physics that underpins safe anaesthesia, Physics in Anaesthesia, Second Edition is the companion you’ll actually use—before exams and on the job.
