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ABCs of AnaesthesiaWould you like to be an ABCs of Anaesthesia Mentor?Thanks for listening!If you are in anaesthesia training, we would love to have your support as a mentor!For more details and to sign up, click on this link:https://forms.gle/jK5rgpdAgqaGiTvU8---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------...2023-01-1317 min
Anaesthesia Coffee BreakPractical Statistics with Dr SimoneThanks for all your great teaching Simone! Check out this lecture as a video on ABCs of Anaesthesia youtube channel for all the graphics and tables as well!https://www.youtube.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia ---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of ou...2022-12-311h 06Anaesthesia Coffee BreakInterview with ANZCA Primary Examiner Dr Lachlan RathieThanks Dr Rathie for the interview and insights into the primary examLMRathie@gmail.com check out his books on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Books-Dr-Lachlan-Rathie/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3ADr+Lachlan+Rathie---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all...2022-12-2444 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakExam tips with one of our most experienced examiners - Dr Craig NoonanThanks for a great summary and your incredible experience as as an examiner for the ANZCA Primary exam!---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here!https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collectionshttps://www.anaesthesiacollective.com...2022-12-171h 04Anaesthesia Coffee BreakSpeed of onset of local anaesthetics and another textbook correction!Great detailed discussion of the speed of onset of local anaesthetics!And another textbook correction by Dr Stan!---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here!https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collectionshttps://www...2022-12-1059 minABCs of AnaesthesiaThe Medical Student Anaesthesia Prize Exam with Dr Max - analgesia, high BMI & deteriorating patientsThanks Dr Max for sharing your experiences with your prize exam!For everyone listening, here is what he recalled of the scenarios for you to follow along.Scenario 1: You are a resident on an anaesthesia rotation called to the ward to assess a 75-year-old female patient in pain. She presented with a fractured neck of femur and is waiting for theatre.Scenario 2: You are a resident on an anaesthesia rotation and have started to anaesthetise a 50-year-old female for an elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy. She has a BMI of 40 but is otherwise we...2022-12-0753 minABCs of AnaesthesiaStoicism and the anaesthesia training with Dr TimThanks for the great practical info Tim!Some of the things we talked about:Trichotomy of controlNegative visualisationSetbacks & framingMindfulness If you want to learn more about this check outhttps://store.dailystoic.com/pages/contact-ushttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29093292-the-daily-stoichttps://www.williambirvine.com---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break2022-12-0330 minABCs of AnaesthesiaLiver Resection for Colon Cancer Mets | Worst Case ScenariosThanks to Dr Sarah for a fantastic exam session!Check out more exam focussed practice in my Final Exam Online Coursehttps://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExam---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of our online courses and zoom...2022-11-2628 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe primary exam as a mum - the challenges and strategies for successThanks for everyone sharing their incredible stories, heartbreaks and successes!---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here!https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collectionshttps://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/---------#Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists...2022-11-2559 minABCs of AnaesthesiaAbdominal aortic aneurysm in a Jehovah's Witness Patient | Worst Case Exam ScenariosThanks Dr Siak for the fantastic exam session!Check out all my resources below and the final exam course for more examples of worst case scenarioshttps://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExamViva StemYou are asked to review a 76-year-old man for planned abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair on your list in seven days’ time. His aneurysm extends above the renal arteries. ¤He has a background of hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus and a transient ischaemic attack (TIA). He has a body mass index of 32 kg/ m2 and has a 24...2022-11-1638 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakMuscle Relaxants and their speed of onsetThanks for listening to Episode 54 of Anaesthesia Coffee Break!Check out https://ketaminenightmares.com/ for Stuart Watson's fantastic model answersPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaand if you want great weekly tutes for the primary (ANZCA) anaesthesia exam, check out Dr Stan's Adrenaline Memories program!https://www.patreon.com/AdrenalineMemories---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast...2022-10-2549 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe paradox of high performance - fears leading up to the examThanks to everyone for sharing their experiences!Don't forget to check out Adrenaline Memories Primary Exam Coachinghttps://www.patreon.com/AdrenalineMemories---------Find us atInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofaWebsite: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.comPodcast: ABCs of AnaesthesiaPrimary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee BreakFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesiaFacebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430---------Check out all of our online...2022-07-151h 08Anaesthesia Coffee BreakHumidity, measurement and why it's necessary for ventilated patientsCheck out https://litfl.com/humidification/ for some great practical resources! Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group for other content.Any questions pl...2022-05-2927 minABCs of AnaesthesiaObstetric anaesthesia in the outback! The challenges of practice in remote hospitalsA huge thank you to Dr Casey Parker for his insights and life experience working as a GP Anaesthetist, emergency doctor and GP in all parts of Western Australia.In this episode we delve into obstetric anaesthesia and the referral process to tertiary hospitals.For those training anaesthetists, I find the framework of considering thePatient, Pathology, Place, Procedure and Personnel helps me to make this often tough decision!Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here!https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collectionshttps://www.anaesthesiacollective.com...2022-05-2736 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe Mt Everest Challenge: being a mum in specialist training passing a specialist exam!Thank you so much to Dr Sarah for sharing her story, her passion and her advice about being a mother and getting through this exam!Please reach out to us if you need support or advice and we will do whatever we can to helpPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like...2022-05-2447 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakLIVE MCQ session with Dr Stan #1Great work Stan and all our live viewers!These MCQs were from the BMJ https://www.onexamination.com/products/frca-primaryPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of...2022-05-161h 12ABCs of AnaesthesiaHow to prepare for anaesthesia training and the application processThanks Nick for taking your time to come on our podcast and youtube channel. Great questions as an interviewer and hope my ramblings were useful!Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here!https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collectionshttps://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/Please support me at my patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/ABCsofAIf you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of A...2022-03-3132 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakInterview with Frank Sun - Creator of MAK95A pleasure to have you on our podcast Frank!Please check out his resources at https://www.mak95.com/The video of this interview is available on the ABCs of Anaesthesia youtube channel here:https://youtu.be/-XRAzaIUe9UHe has truly changed the way we approach this exam when we are faced with such a mountain of work, limited time and all the challenges of modern life.Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a...2022-03-271h 06Anaesthesia Coffee BreakDeep dive into blood pressure with Dr Stuart Watson - Prize winner and creator of Ketamine NightmaresThanks Stuart for your fantastic analysis of blood pressure.Check out the youtube video for the whole discussion with slide presentation:https://youtu.be/-XRAzaIUe9UCheck his resources athttps://ketaminenightmares.com/Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments...2022-03-201h 17Anaesthesia Coffee BreakAlternative medications and anaesthesia with Dr MandyThank you for joining us for our chat with Dr Mandy, all round great educator, humanitarian and anaesthetist in Melbourne and one of my role models.She talks about the impact of alternative meds on anaesthesia and perioperative care including:Ginseng, GinkoGingerGuaranaEchinaceaVallerianKavaSt John's WortPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes t...2022-02-2135 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakInterview with the Ex-Chair of Examiners for the primary exam - Dr Emma Giles PART 2Welcome to part 2 of our interview with Dr Emma Giles!. Thanks for generously giving up your time to share amazing advice for this exam. AND from an insider of our exam system!Dr Emma is a consultant anaesthetist heavily with a passion for education and has devoted over a decade to being a primary examiner for ANZCA. She contributes to a website Primary LO of the day https://primarydailylo.wordpress.com/with lots of useful information for the exam.Here's a link to the 2012a paper with the difference between a 2/5 an...2022-02-0626 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakInterview with the Ex-Chair of Examiners for the primary exam - Dr Emma Giles PART 1Thank you Dr Emma Giles for generously giving up your time to share amazing advice for this exam. AND from an insider of our exam system!Dr Emma is a consultant anaesthetist heavily with a passion for education and has devoted over a decade to being a primary examiner for ANZCA. She contributes to a website Primary LO of the day https://primarydailylo.wordpress.com/with lots of useful information for the exam.Here's a link to the 2012a paper with the difference between a 2/5 and 3/5 SAQ.https://networks.anzca.ed...2022-01-3035 minABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthesia Drugs - Vasopressors and InotropesIn this episode, we are talking about vasopressors and inotropes in Anaesthesia. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.A lot of useful information can be gathered from this textbook:Pharmacology for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care 5th Editionhttps://amzn.to/3u3xqS1https://amzn.to/3A...2022-01-2547 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe 6 Non-respiratory Functions of the LungPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.The 6 functions are1) Blood reservoir2) Filtration3) Heat regulation4) Metabolic function and synthesis5) Protective function6) Drug elimination and deliveryIf you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up t...2022-01-0919 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakHow to approach toxicity of medications in anaesthesiaPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.Drug Choice⁃Describe toxicities that are specific to:⁃1) Drug Class⁃2) Individual DrugDrug Exposure Across Time (Dt)⁃Factors that increase (Dt) will increase the risk of toxicity. These will include:⁃1) Increased or Additive Dosing from the same class of drugs⁃2) Dura...2021-12-2639 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakFactors affecting mixed venous CO2 tensionPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.This podcast is all aboutNORMAL VALUES: PvCO2 45mmHg CO2 content 52ml CO2/100ml bloodMEASUREMENT: sampled from a pulmonary artery catheter.1. Alveolar ventilation2. Increased CO2 production 3. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors i.e. acetazolamide4. Tissue...2021-12-2035 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakOliguria, why it happens and how to remember all those pathways!Thanks for listening! In this episode Stan deep dives into the physiology of oliguria, with some great structures and mnemonics to really help learn this interesting but challenging topic!Here are some of the mentioned resourcesThe Covid 19 intubation video!https://youtu.be/uqKnuVfZoOgThe fantastic course by the Center for Medical Simulationhttps://harvardmedsim.orgPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work...2021-11-0724 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakDoes BIS / ENTROPY really prevent awareness under anaesthesia?Join us for a deep dive into BIS monitoring to prevent awareness under anaesthesia.How does it work, how does it convert EEG and EMG into a signal that we can read?AND does it actually work?Check out these resourceshttps://litfl.com/bispectral-index-bis-monitoring/https://www.cochrane.org/CD003843/ANAESTH_bispectral-index-bis-improving-intraoperative-awareness-and-early-postoperative-recovery-adultshttps://www.medtronic.com/covidien/en-us/products/brain-monitoring.htmlResponse of bispectral index to neuromuscular block in awake volunteersP. J. Schuller*, S. Newell, P. A. Strickland, and J. J. BarryBritish Journal...2021-10-3139 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakWhy is there a difference between you measured ETCO2 and PaCO2?In this episode we talk about this very common phenomenon in anaesthesia, the difference between ETCO2 and PaCO2.Essentially this all comes down to patient and equipment factors.BUT the essential element that makes the largest difference is DEAD SPACE.we discuss the factors effecting it, and the Bohr equation that measures dead space.Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating...2021-10-2423 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakStatistics with Stan - the basics of sensitivity, specificity, NPV and PPV and the LMA in obesityThanks for covering the dreaded statistics objectives for the exam!The diagrams and info are from these articles.Aust Prescr 2003;26:111–3Moving beyond sensitivity and speci!city: using likelihood ratios to help interpret diagnostic testandCritical Care 2004 8:508-512Statistics review 13: Receiver operating characteristic curvesPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If yo...2021-10-1757 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The fractured femur/NOF patient with DhirGreat viva Dhir! Thanks for sharing your experience with others to help everyone improve their knowledge and technique.Check out these resources for more information:Guideline for the management of hip fractures 2020: AAGBI Anaesthesia 2021, 76, 225–237. R. Griffiths, S. Babu, P. Dixon, N. Freeman, D. Hurford, E. Kelleher, I. Moppett, D. Ray, O. Sahota, M. Shields and S. White Do not resuscitate orders/ NFR/ acute resuscitation planshttps://anaesthetists.org/Home/Resources-publications/Guidelines/Archived-guidelines/DNAR-decisions-in-the-peri-operative-periodPlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaest...2021-10-1629 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakGravitational effects on the lung, Wests Zones and a performance tip for the viva exam!In this episode we delve into gravitational effects on the lung including ventilation aspects, pO2, pCO2, VQ matching and its effects and Wests Zones.The diagrams are from Respiratory Physiology by John B West.Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. 2021-10-1030 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The obese patient with StephanyGreat work Stephany! Muy Bien!Well done on answering the questions with good structures and content and all the best for this exam!Check out these resources for more information:BJA Education, 20(11): 388e395 (2020) Anaesthesia for the obese patient Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/ for more useful informationand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more contenthttps://www.youtube.co...2021-10-0932 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakUltrasound theory, technique and useful tips and tricks!Now Stan and Lahiru love ultrasound guided anaesthesia techniques, whether it's regional anaesthesia, venous or arterial access or transthoracic echo. Becoming competent at these techniques is such a valuable skill to add to your quiver and will save you and and your patient time and time again.This podcasts focusses on the theory of ultrasound and some practical tips for its use.For more information go tohttps://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/how-to-get-started-with-regional-anaesthesia/http://www.usra.caPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll...2021-10-0344 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The stroke patient with RaoGreat viva Rao! Well done on answering the questions with good structures and content and all the best for this exam!Check out these resources for more information:CHADS2VAS2Chttps://www.mdcalc.com/cha2ds2-vasc-score-atrial-fibrillation-stroke-riskHASBLEDhttps://www.mdcalc.com/has-bled-score-major-bleeding-riskStroke articlehttps://www.bjaed.org/article/S2058-5349(20)30123-2/fulltextA decent article on bronchospasmhttps://e-safe-anaesthesia.org/e_library/05/Bronchospasm_during_anaesthesia_Update_2011.pdfAnd ventilation of bronchospasmhttps://litfl.com/acute-severe-asthma/2021-09-2837 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakVenous Admixture - Can oxygen fix it?This episode is all about venous admixture for the part 1 exam.Check out more info at this great site.https://derangedphysiology.com/main/cicm-primary-exam/required-reading/respiratory-system/Chapter%20081/concepts-venous-admixture-and-shuntPlease support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.a...2021-09-2627 minABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthesia Drugs - VolatilesIn this episode, we are talking about Volatile gases in Anaesthesia. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.Resources and affiliate links that we refer to in this episode:Pharmacology for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care 5th Editionhttps://amzn.to/3u3xqS1https://amzn.to/3ACOwbIR...2021-09-2642 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakViva Practice with Mason - Fasting, Local Anaesthetics, Shunt and MACThanks Mason for a fantastic viva session!Please support us on our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow to help train anaesthetists in developing countries whilst acknowledging the work it takes to keep creating this educational resource.If you enjoyed this content please like and subscribePlease post any comments or questions below. Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group for other content.Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.c...2021-09-1937 minABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthetic Drugs - Local AnaestheticsIn this episode, we are talking about Local Anaesthetics in Anaesthesia. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.Resources that we refer to in this episode:1) Management of Local Anaesthetic Systemic Toxicity- RCH: https://www.rch.org.au/clinicalguide/guideline_index/Local_anaesthetic_poisoning/- AAGBI: https://anaesthetists.org/H...2021-09-1637 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakBONUS EPISODE: Professor David Story chats to us about Acid Base PhysiologyWe are so privileged to interview Professor David Story. Professor David Story is foundation chair of Anaesthesia and Deputy Director of the Centre for Integrated Critical Care at the University of Melbourne. He is a part-time staff anaesthetist at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne where his clinical work is predominantly perioperative care for sicker adults including for liver transplantation.His research includes perioperative outcomes and models of care; applied physiology including acid-base disorders; environmental aspects of anaesthesia; He studied medicine at Monash University and also graduated with a bachelor of medical sciences on exercise at high altitude. D...2021-09-151h 34Anaesthesia Coffee BreakBONUS EPISODE: Interview with Dr Bob Smith, retired anaesthetist, athlete, artist and all round great guyThank you Bob for giving up your time for us! It was great to find out more about the history of anaesthesia and all your work with cardiopulmonary exercise testing.Please support us on our patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow, to help train anaesthetists in developing countries.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to t...2021-09-131h 01ABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthesia Drugs - HypnoticsThis episode, we are talking about Hypnotics/Sedatives/Amnestics in Anaesthesia. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.Check out the induction framework in this video:https://youtu.be/iWfBtxz1BGQAll opinions expressed here are our own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers...2021-09-0544 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakViva practice with Katherine! - Ketamine, neurophysiology and ICP, anaphylaxis, normal salineWell done Katherine on a great viva session with us.You present very well with great technique for answering questions, getting to the point, and thinking on your feet.All the best with your exam!Please support us on our patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow, to help train anaesthetists in developing countries.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answers2021-09-0342 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakDiffusion and perfusion limited gases and diffusing capacityThanks for listening to this episode on Diffusion and perfusion limitation of gases.And if you feel inclined, please support us on our patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow, to help train anaesthetists in developing countries.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/20828071319644302021-09-0233 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakPulse oximetry measurement and how it can fail.In this episode Dr Stan takes us through the ins and outs of oxygen saturation measurement with pulse oximetry and how it can fail.If you feel inclined., please support us on our patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow, to help train anaesthetists in developing countries.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of A...2021-09-0237 minABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthesia Drugs - OpioidsThis episode, we are talking about Opioids in Anaesthesia. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.All opinions expressed here are our own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs.Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information...2021-08-2937 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakViva practice with Luke - Suxamethonium, oxygen delivery to tissues, sodium nitroprusside, functions of the liverThanks again Luke for coming on the show! Fantastic work getting out solid answers with great exam technique. All the best with your exam!Please support us on our patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAll proceeds will go to Fund a Fellow, to help train anaesthetists in developing countries.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia fa...2021-08-2933 minABCs of AnaesthesiaBasic Anaesthesia Drugs - Muscle RelaxantsIn this series, we will do a basic introduction to the common medications used in anaesthesia, starting with Muscle Relaxants. The information and detail provided here are for residents and junior registrars starting in their first few months of Anaesthesia. There is a lot more detail to know for the Primary Exam, but this will give you a good starting point to perform at your best when starting out.All opinions expressed here are our own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs....2021-08-2326 minABCs of AnaesthesiaHow to impress in your first week in anaestheticsThanks for listening!Here are some of the resources mentioned and affiliate linksABCs of Anaesthesia Boot Camphttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/166584162715and follow me for future eventsthe Boot Camp Playlist is here:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKoga8GNPk1VdkzxHFjWBymSjwBJrtqS7https://www.youtube.com/c/ABCsofAnaesthesiaHow to survive anaesthesiahttps://amzn.to/3sCzsrrhttps://amzn.to/3gnOYmeClinical Anesthesiology by Morgan and Mikhailhttps://amzn.to/385I7cuhttps://amzn.to/3Bg2osHhttps...2021-08-2235 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakExercise physiology and improving performance with the aggregation of marginal gainsIn this episode we thought we would go through a bit of exercise physiology in celebration of the Olympics 2020 in 2021!Thanks Stan for sharing some of your notes on this really practical topic!If you would like to support us please do via our Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAnd best thing is that all proceeds will go to a reputable charity!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://ww...2021-08-1531 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakRenal Physiology Categorisation Drills for the examHere are renal categorisation drills!If you would like to support us please do via our Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAnd best thing is that all proceeds will go to a reputable charity!Functions of the kidneyHow does the kidney establish a concentration gradient?Handling of acidFactors that govern GFR Flow = Kf [(PGC – PBS) - s (PGC - PBS)]Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group h...2021-08-0823 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakCardiovascular Physiology Categorisation Drills for the exam PART 2Here is cardiovascular (CVS) physiology part 2 classifiedIf you would like to support us please do via our Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAnd best thing is that all proceeds will go to a reputable charity!Effect of standing due to hydrostatic pressure Compensation is Global- Baroreceptoro A reduction in mean arterial pressure is sensed by the baroreceptors. They decrease their rate of firing which results in an increase in SNS discharge and decreased PNS discharge causing:o increased HRo ...2021-08-0324 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview training with ElleThanks Elle for joining us on our podcast to be interviewed. You were fantastic and seriously takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there. You demonstrated a great manner and tone, and additionally had great frameworks for structuring your answers which will be useful for anyone listening to model.All the best in your interview and career!All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and...2021-07-2449 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakCardiovascular Physiology Categorisation Drills for the exam PART 1If you would like to support us please do via our Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAnd best thing is that all proceeds will go to a reputable charity!In this episode we cover categorisation of core cardiovascular topicsHere is a brief summary:HypotensionPreloadRate RhythmContractilityAfterloadOr ShockHypovolaemiaCardiogenicDistributiveObstructiveO2 supply demand Supply= o2 flux or delivery to heartCBF x o2 content (Hb, sats...2021-07-2333 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 6This is part 6/6 episodes of interview tips and techniques for anaesthesia training jobs.We discuss Lahiru's experience being on the panel, some inside info and how best to prepare for a zoom interview.There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs. Please refer to A...2021-07-2123 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 5For this 5th episode we will cover clinical problems and our suggested framework, as well as some lateral thinking questions .Kas also asked me an impromptu clinical scenario of a patient in recovery with an LMA who is now regurgitating gastric contents. A really tricky situation especially as a HMO, but I try and give an answer to this question in a systematic way.Here are a few resources we mention:For the differential tables.https://anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/common-problems-framework/The problem solving/anaesthsia crisis management approach...2021-07-2040 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 6This is part 6/6 episodes of interview tips and techniques for anaesthesia training jobs.We discuss my Lahiru's experience being on the panel and some inside info and how best to prepare for a zoom interview.There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs. Please...2021-07-1923 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 5For this 5th episode we will cover clinical problems and our suggested framework, as well as some lateral thinking questions .Kas also asked me an impromptu clinical scenario of a patient in recovery with an LMA who is now regurgitating gastric contents. A really tricky situation especially as a HMO, but I try and give an answer to this question in a systematic way.Here are a few resources we mention:For the differential tables.https://anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/common-problems-framework/The problem solving/anaesthsia crisis management approach...2021-07-1940 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 4In this episode of interview tips we chat about how to talk briefly about:clinical governance, audits, the national standards, ethical questions, the impaired colleague or colleague not fulfilling their role.This is the frawework for the impaired colleaguePIESPatient safetyinvestigateEscalate to senior nurse, consultant, director, CMO, mentorSafety of colleague and staffPACE approach for graded assertiveness ProbeAlert or assessChallengeEscalate or EmergencyThe national...2021-07-1835 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 3In this 3rd part of interview techniques, we will introduce situational questionseg, Tell us about a time you did something well?- were a leader- worked in a team- were criticised - did poorly at your jobIn this video we discuss how to approach these kinds of questions using the STAR or SCARR approach. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident...2021-07-1821 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 2In the next few episodes, we will begin a series looking at interviews for postgraduate medical specialty training programs. For this 2nd episode of interview tips and techniques for anaesthesia training jobs, we go though your motivation and your unique brand.Also we discuss personal attributes and how to structure answers to name a few.There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions e...2021-07-1822 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakNeuroanaesthesia categorisation drills for the examIf you would like to support us please do via our Patreon account. https://www.patreon.com/anaesthesiaAnd best thing is that all proceeds will go to a reputable charity!Here's a brief summary of the Neuro categories.Factors that determine ICPMunroe kellie doctrine: BrainCSFBlood· Metabolic - pH, BSL· Co2· O2· nervous· Venous outflow· Sneezing cough In Practice I convert the above into these catergories...2021-07-1730 minABCs of AnaesthesiaInterview Preparation for Anaesthetics and Critical Care - Part 1In the next few episodes, we will begin a series looking at interviews for postgraduate medical specialty training programs. In this first episode, we will introduce what is an interview, why they are so highly valued, and what the potential formats and logistics are. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated t...2021-07-0635 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPreparing your Cover Letters and CV for the Anaesthetic Training ProgramIn this episode, we will cover the basics of what is required in a cover letter and how to start thinking about preparing your CV. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college applications, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date i...2021-07-0621 minABCs of AnaesthesiaAdvice on getting a Reference for your Anaesthetics Application!Today we're going to cover everything about references! How to get them, who to ask, and common problems encountered by trainees in trying to get references. In future episodes, we will cover the application process in more detail and go through advice on how to prepare your cover letter, CV and interviews.All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date information and guidance on the application process.If you have any questions, please email anaesthesiapodcast...2021-06-2925 minABCs of AnaesthesiaApplying for Anaesthetics Training and Critical Caren this episode, we discuss the process of applying for critical care jobs and the anaesthetics program, and things to do in the lead up to the application process!All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date information and guidance on the application process.If you have any questions, please email anaesthesiapodcast@gmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/ for more u...2021-06-2822 minABCs of AnaesthesiaAnaesthetics Training - The ANZCA Training PathwayIn this episode, we provide an overview of how to apply for Anaesthesia Training, what to do in the years leading up to your application, and a broad view of what training looks like. In future episodes, we will cover the application process in more detail and go through advice on how to prepare your cover letter, CV and interviews.All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date information and guidance on the application process....2021-06-2721 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakSo the exam is over... now what?Welcome back to Anaesthesia Coffee Break!We are now back with more first part content! In this episode we thought we would have a chat about What to do after the examWhat if you passedWhat its you failedand how you can contribute to educationPlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out th...2021-06-2733 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The Diabetic Patient for Anaesthesia with FaithGreat viva Faith! Well done on answering the questions with good structures and content and all the best for this exam this week!Check out these resources for more information:SGLT2ihttps://diabetessociety.com.au/documents/ADS_DKA_SGLT2i_Alert_update_2020.pdfPerioperative Diabetes infohttps://anaesthetists.org/Home/Resources-publications/Guidelines/Peri-operative-management-of-the-surgical-patient-with-diabetesPlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/ for more useful informationand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://ww...2021-05-2445 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The Anterior Mediastinal Mass with JamesThanks again James! You did a great job tackling this rare and high risk case - the anterior mediastinal mass.Please check out these great articlesManagement of the patient with a large anterior mediastinal mass: recurring myths. Peter Slinger and Cengiz Karsli, Current Opinion in Anesthesiology 2007, 20:1–3 and Anesthetic management of patients with an anterior mediastinal mass: Continuing Professional Development Can J Anesth/J Can Anesth (2011) 58:853–867Please rate, post a review and subscribe! Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be...2021-05-1739 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - Parkinson's Disease and Fractured NOF with FaithGreat work with this viva and especially after doing a hectic night shift! seriously well done!Here are some of the resources mentioned:GUIDELINES ON PERIOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT OF ANTICOAGULANT AND ANTIPLATELET AGENTS December 2018https://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/458988/Guidelines-on-perioperative-management-of-anticoagulant-and-antiplatelet-agents.pdfManagement of Proximal Femoral Fractures 2011https://anaesthetists.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Guidelines%20PDFs/Guideline_management_proximal_femoral_fractures_2011_final.pdf?ver=2018-07-11-163755-037&ver=2018-07-11-163755-037Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) Decisions in the...2021-05-1144 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - Thoracic anaesthesia with ShehanThanks Shehan for a really interesting discussion on thoracic anaesthesia!Here are some resources for further reading.Right and left upper lobe turnoff.https://www.medigraphic.com/pdfs/rma/cma-2011/cmas111bl.pdfRUL - 2cm in men, 1.5cm in women.LUL - 5cm in men, 4.5cm in women.The CPAP device for the operative lunghttps://imedsales.com/mallinckrodt_broncho_cath_cpap_systemBritish thoracic society guidelines for post op dyspnoeahttps://thorax.bmj.com/content/65/Suppl_3/iii1Please rate, post...2021-05-0947 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - Airway surgery with RachelThanks Rachel for your great work at this exam!50yo Male (80kg) presents for your ENT list for a biopsy +/- removal of vocal cord tumour. What specifics would you like to know on assessment? Hx of lesion includesDiagnosisMass effect Critical structure effects - effects on the airway, symptoms, positional and rapidity of progressionMetsMetabolic effects of mass meds and treatmentsCauseand complications How do you prepare/mitigate the risk of laser ? Patient: low fiO2. Wet gauze. Saline bucket. ET...2021-05-0732 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - Paediatric anaesthesia with JoThanks and well done Jo on a really great practice viva! not bad for taking a decent break from study!This exam is a marathon and a lot of us will study for up to 12 months to be able to absorb the knowledge and structures we need to pass this 'quiz'.In this episode I go through a Paediatric anaesthesia worst case scenario.· Neonate with pyloric stenosis – medical emergency· Heart murmur sees you for elective procedure· URTI for tonsillectomy · Anxious patient pre op· Emergence delirium in recovery2021-05-0550 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - Obstetric Anaesthesia with NickThanks so much Nick for volunteering to be examined for the podcast! We hope that this provides useful and thought provoking information for anaesthesia trainees. A lot of our practice is very situation dependent so please check the disclaimer belowPlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/ for more useful informationand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more content2021-05-0340 minABCs of AnaesthesiaPart 2 Final Exam Viva Demonstration - The Thyroid and Anaesthesia with JamesThanks so much James for being on our first episode AND being quizzed on thyroid anaesthesia.We hope this will be useful for anyone studying anaesthesia but especially those about to sit the ANZCA part 2 exam!The CaseYou are called down to review a patient for the evening emergency list in your tertiary hospital. 60yo female with SBO for laparotomy, looks unwellA: speakingB RR 30 sats 92% on RA 98% 6L HM O2.C 2 16G iv. HR 130, BP 100, 2L CSL given.2021-04-2740 minABCs of AnaesthesiaWelcome to the ABCs of Anaesthesia podcast!Hi everyone!Welcome to the ABCs of Anaesthesia podcast.We look forward to presenting lots of interesting interviews, interesting articles, educational resources and tips for improving anaesthesia and medical practice.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com?and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more contenthttps://www.youtube.com/c/ABCsofAnaesthesiaIf you have any questions, please email an...2021-04-2608 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakReal practice exam demo with Susanna - Viva 2Welcome again to Susanna for round 2 of Anaesthesia Coffee Break's practice exam session! Really generous of you to be in the spotlight and be able to help others to learn for this tricky exam!The viva stems are in the transcript. Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anae...2021-04-2127 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakReal practice exam demo with Susanna - Viva 1Thanks Susanna for volunteering to be examined for the ANZCA part 1 exam!Really generous of you to be in the spotlight and be able to help others to learn for this tricky exam!The 21st century learning skills are often called the 4 C's: critical thinking, creative thinking, communicating, and collaboratinghttps://newsroom.unl.edu/announce/csmce/5344/29195The viva stems are in the transcript. Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of...2021-04-1631 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakLive viva exam demo for the ANZCA part 1 exam - Pat v2Time for round 2 with Pat are very generous trainee who's offered to be quizzed on our podcast.Here are the questions from this round:Stem 51. How does heparin work?2. How about low molecular weight heparin?3. Why do we monitor unfractionated heparin but not low molecular weight heparin? Due to lower binding to plasma proteins and to cell surfaces, the plasma anti Xa activity generated by a given dose of LMWH is more predictable than for UH. 4. How do we monitor unfractionated heparin’s effect?5. How...2021-03-3132 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakLive viva exam demo for the ANZCA part 1 exam - Pat v1Thank you Pat for being part of this project to help part 1 exam learning!This would be a daunting experience for anyone and Pat did a great job under pressure to give us a well structured and knowledgeable answers to our questions. The topics and questions we lined up today wereStem 11. What is nitrous oxide?2. What are the advantages of using nitrous oxide?3. What are the disadvantages of using nitrous oxide?4. How is nitrous oxide stored in hospitals?5. What is Entonox? Ste...2021-03-2832 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe immunology, anaesthesia and how Covid19 takes advantage of your immune system!In this episode we dive into the basics of the immune system and how it is affected by anaesthesia. Additionally we discuss Covid19 as a way pf explaining some of the crucial elements of immunity to make it relevant to the most life changing event of our generation.*Correction: Angiotensin 2 receptor is not the ACE-1 receptor. ACE-1 receptor converts angiotensin 1 to angiotensin 2. ACE-2 receptor converts angiotensin 2 back to angiotensin 1.Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model a...2021-03-2634 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakCategorisation exercises to drill for the viva exam!Thanks for listening to Anaesthesia Coffee Break!In this episode we categorise the key respiratory physiology topicscontrol of breathing cause of A-a gradienthypoxaemiahypercapnoeaCO2 carriage in blood2,3 DPGvenous admixture airways resistancecompliancework of breathingFRCdead spaceandpulmonary vascular resistancePlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABC...2021-03-1635 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe cardiovascular changes in morbid obesity and how would YOU manage this patient perioperatively?Hi everyone! In this episode we go through a trainee's practice SAQ about the cardiovascular changes in morbid obesity. We also have a detailed chat about the important aspects of obese patients perioperatively, intubation, extubation and some of the dilemmas we all face.Stan's model answer is ~ 27minsStan's rule of 5s for SAQ answers is 5 teaching points and 5 reasons for each point to gain maximum marks for your answer!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a...2021-03-0946 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe placental transfer of oxygen explained in 4 easy steps!In this episode we talk about the main steps that facilitate gas exchange at the placenta. This is great applied respiratory physiology and a common question in the viva and SAQs!Double Bohr effectCheck out power and Kam chapter 3 - resp physiology or this great summaryhttp://www.anaesthesia.uct.ac.za/sites/default/files/image_tool/images/93/10-The%20Bohr%20and%20Haldane%20Effects%20%28K%20Bergh%29.pdfcheck out some model answers athttps://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/Power and Kamhttps://www.amazon.com.a...2021-03-0423 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakMiller's Anesthesia proven WRONG by Dr Stan! What REALLY happens to volatile washout with changes in cardiac outputHere is our deep dive into what exactly occurs to volatile washout in an anaesthetised person if cardiac output changes. Out of the textbooks we reviewed, only MILLER'S ANESTHESIA (thought by many to be the bible of anaesthesia) comments on exactly what occurs!In this episode we reveal what Dr Stan discovered by running his very own transparent simulations using Gasman.https://www.gasmanweb.comThe cardiac output/washout analysis begins at approx 9mins 30seconds.Our parameters for wash-in and washout analysisTime30mins vs 6 hrs 2021-02-1937 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakHow does morbid obesity affect washout of volatile anaesthetic?This is one of the more complex questions in anaesthesia! Here's the actual WHO definition that doesn't use the term morbid obesity but rather obesity class 1, 2 and 3.Obesity is frequently subdivided into categories:Class 1: BMI of 30 to < >NB LISTEN TO NEXT EPISODE FOR DEEP DIVE INTO THE EFFECT OF CARDIAC OUTPUT ON WASHOUT!!!Millers Chapter 20 Inhaled Anesthetic Uptake, Distribution, Metabolism, and Toxicity Section: Recovery from Anesthesia and figures 20.4 and 20.5 show FASTER washout with LOW cardiacs output.This is also referenced by the ex chair of first part exam at...2021-02-0146 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakHow do you PREVENT HYPOXAEMIA when performing a rapid sequence induction (RSI)?You've probably performed a few RSIs in your anaesthesia practice. But have you though about all the techniques you do to make this inherently risky technique safer?In this episode we chat about the approach to the question from the April 2014 and September 2013 SAQ paperDescribe the physiological basis of methods used to prevent hypoxaemia prior to intubation in a rapid sequence induction. Include any adverse effects of these methods. The exam paperhttps://networks.anzca.edu.au/d2l/le/content/7669/Home?itemIdentifier=D2L.LE.Content.ContentObject.M...2021-01-2438 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakWhat is the lowest oxygen saturation YOU would tolerate?This is one of the most common dilemmas that will arise during your anaesthesia practice! In this episode we will step through the ANZCA part 1 SAQ, Q9 from 2014 Septemberhttps://networks.anzca.edu.au/d2l/le/content/7669/Home?itemIdentifier=D2L.LE.Content.ContentObject.ModuleCO-86745What lower limit of SpO2 would you accept in an ASA1 young male under general anaesthesia? Explain your reasons for choosing this value. We step through a framework for the answer involving a) the O2Hb dissociation curvehttps://litfl.com/o...2021-01-1828 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakLung compliance and the simple steps to optimise it for your patientIn this episode we delve into lung compliance!We chat about the 2020 aug/sep SAQ Q3: Discuss respiratory system compliance and outline factors that affect it. We also go into how to use this theoretical knowledge to improve ventilation of patients with poor static or dynamic compliance and high ventilating pressures in pneumoperitoneum.Some basic resources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hysteresishttps://www.physio-pedia.com/Lung_CompliancePlease rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign u...2021-01-1024 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakThe 5 critical effects of pregnancy on respiratory physiologyIn this Episode we discuss the effects of pregnancy on a patient's respiratory physiology.We step through the SAQ #3 from the 2019 feb/march ANZCA exam paper:Discuss the effects of pregnancy on the respiratory system that are relevant to the practice of anaesthesia. Include in your answer how these effects influence the conduct of anaesthesia.Respiratory changes during pregnancy affects:1. Airway management2. Pre-oxygenation3. Ventilation4. Lung mechanics5. Uptake of inhalational agentsSome resources include:My technique for rapid preoxygneationhttps://youtu.be/dr9VzkMCK1...2021-01-0721 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakFunctional Residual Capacity (FRC) and how anaesthesia makes a mess of it!In this episode we tackle the SAQ, explain the changes on FRC that take place with the administration of anaesthesia.July SAQ paper 2005 question 16.https://networks.anzca.edu.au/d2l/le/content/7669/viewContent/86778/ViewThis is an important core topic that requires a broad understanding of the 1) A definition and normal values2) How to measure FRC3) and how it changes with anaesthesia4) functions of FRCI use a categorised answer of anaesthetic, surgical and patient factors to get a broad bite into this answer.a...2020-12-2015 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakControl of breathing made a bit more practicalControl of breathing is one of the most practically useful subjects you will learn in respiratory physiology!In this video we go through the most interesting aspects, exam tips, structures and how it relates to our own practice.The particular SAQ we address is from the ANZCA 2006 February exam paper, question 10:List the physiological factors which increase respiratory rate and include a brief explanation of the mechanism by which each achieves this increase. https://networks.anzca.edu.au/d2l/le/content/6787/viewContent/86128/ViewYou'll need to be an...2020-12-1519 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakLahiru's part 1 viva exam relived!This is Lahiru's actual viva that we talk through and analyse!Again, try to gain as much from our technique and style of answering, and our mistakes rather than the facts themselves.Links to some of the subject matter is below:http://www.partone.lifeinthefastlane.com/pressure-volume_relationships.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com.au/Cardiovascular-Physiology-Robert-M-Berne/dp/0323011276https://www.amazon.com.au/Vanders-Renal-Physiology-Douglas-Eaton/dp/1260019373/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FXF014MR7ZDO&dchild=1&keywords=vanders+renal+physiology&qid=1607140473&s=books&sprefix=vander+renal+%2Cstripbooks%2C439&sr=1-1Counter...2020-12-0525 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakStan's gold medal viva examBy popular demand, here is the actual physiology and pharmacology viva that Stan was examined on for the part 1 ANZCA exam!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out www.anaesthesiacollective.com and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group and check you the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more contentAny questions please email Lahiruandstan@gmail.com Some links and formulas!How does it measure cardiac output?Using thermodilution and utilisation of Stewart Hamilton’s equation of:2020-12-0547 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakDr Stan's Study PlanHi everyone! We go through all the essential basics of a study plan for the part 1 exam.Check out this link for a sample study plan to cover all the topicshttps://anaesthesiacollective.com/the-anzca-first-part-exam-study-plan/Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for mo...2020-11-1712 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakMCQ tips!In this short episode we go through all the things we wish our trainees knew about studying for the MCQ section of the exam.And remember to always keep it exam focussed!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more contenthttps://www.youtube.c...2020-11-0404 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakShort Answer Question Tips!In this episode we go through all the tips and tricks we wish we had known before starting this exam.The SAQ section is seriously daunting, but the right frameworks, approach and mindset is crucial!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more contenth...2020-11-0411 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakWelcome to Anaesthesia Coffee Break!Hi everyone!Welcome to Anaesthesia Coffee Break, a podcast with tips, tricks and advice for the ANZCA (Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists) First Part Exam.We hope to cover lots of useful information and present knowledge about pharmacology and physiology in a easy to understand structured way to help you through this potentially gruelling exam!Please rate, post a review and subscribe!Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/education/first-part-exam/ for general information and a collection of model answersand sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia f...2020-11-0405 minAnaesthesia Coffee BreakHow to get started with the First Part ExamIn this episode we go through the basics of how to approach this exam broadly. The why, how, when and what of this rather big quiz.Useful website links:ANZCA training program curriculum https://www.anzca.edu.au/resources/all-handbooks-and-curriculums/anzca-anaesthesia-training-program-curriculumMAK95 by Dr Frank Sun www.mak95.comA Primer for the Primary FANZCA examination by Dr Mark Reeeves https://primarydailylo.files.wordpress.com/2018/03/a-primer-for-the-primary-fanzca-examination-1.pdfPrimary LO of the Day by Dr Emma Giles https://primarydailylo.wordpress.com...2020-11-0416 min