Structured Oral Examination in Clinical Anaesthesia

This book comprises structured questions and answers that closely simulate the structured oral examination (SOE) format of The Royal College of Anaesthetists'' final FRCA examination. The style of exam questions has changed over the years and this book matches the most recent changes in this updated exam. It will consist of ten sets (chapters) of complete SOE papers. Each SOE set (chapter) includes one long case, three short cases and four different applied basic science topics (anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and clinical measurement). As this book will be presented in the format of complete examination papers, it will enable candidates to assess their knowledge and skills. It will also assist trainers in setting up mock exams. With thorough revision of this book, trainees can confidently sit their exams. The authors have been organising final FRCA viva courses for the past five years, running four exam preparation courses a year, attended by about 200 trainees each year. This book includes updated knowledge based on the syllabus and more recent questions asked in the FRCA examination. It is, therefore, essential study material for trainees and a great educational tool for trainers. This book will also help candidates all over the world to pass highly competitive postgraduate examinations in anaesthesia. It is an invaluable educational resource for all anaesthetists.

Cyprian Mendonca MD FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Coventry, UK

Carl Hillermann FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Coventry, UK

Josephine James FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, Heart of England Foundation Trust and Programme Director, Warwickshire School of Anaesthesia, Regional Advisor, West Midlands south region, Birmingham, UK

Anil Kumar FCARCSI, Specialist Registrar, Warwickshire School of Anaesthesia, UK