Stoelting's Pharmacology & Physiology in Anesthetic Practice

Stoelting's Pharmacology & Physiology in Anesthetic Practice, 6th Edition, provides clinicians with a foundational, systems-based reference for anesthesia care. Published by Wolters Kluwer Health, the volume covers physiology and pharmacology relevant directly or indirectly to clinical practice.

The textbook opens with general physiological and pharmacological principles before examining specific organ systems. It discusses neurophysiology, inhaled anesthetics, intravenous sedatives and hypnotics, and pulmonary function, including gas exchange and acid–base disorders.

Additional chapters review pain mechanisms, analgesic agents, and considerations for maternal and newborn populations. Digital versions on the VitalSource Bookshelf platform offer study tools such as text highlighting to support reading and review.