Basics of Pediatric Anesthesia concisely presents all of the knowledge essential to the safe practice of pediatric anesthesia. It covers everything from general pediatric physiology and pharmacology principles through important pediatric diseases; preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care; anesthesia for a full range of specific surgical procedures; and critical care. Geared primarily for learners of pediatric anesthesia, these tightly focused, user-friendly chapters make it ideal both as a refresher for certification or recertification, and as a reference for everyday clinical practice.