Anaesthesia Coffee Break

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/View This is an important core topic that requires a broad understanding of the  1) A definition and normal values 2) How to measure FRC 3) and how it changes with anaesthesia 4) fu...

Control 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...

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.html https://www.amazon.com.au/Cardiovascular-Physiology-Robert-M-Berne/dp/0323011276 https://...

By 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 content Any questions please email Lahiruandstan@gmail.com   Some links and...

Hi 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 topics https://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 answers...

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 answers and  sign up to the ABCs of A...

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 answers and  sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group htt...

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 sub...

In 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-curriculum MAK95 by Dr Frank Sun www.mak95.com A Primer for the Primary FANZCA examination by Dr Mark Reeeves ht...