• Chapter 1 on Applied Physics, the relationship of measurement units used in various parts of the world is clearly explained.

• Chapter 3 on Anesthesia Machine or Workstation describes technological progression from the oldest to the newest technical advances and functionalities by major machine manufacturers including End-Tidal Control of anesthetic agent on GE Aisys, Draeger Zeus and Maquet FLOW-i in many countries.

• Chapter 5 on Anesthesia Ventilators clearly diagrams and describes modern ventilator capabilities.

• Chapter 7 on Monitoring Technology beautifully describes and diagrams the numerous technologies available.

• Chapter 9 on Electrical Safety and Devices succinctly and clearly teaches the basic electronics needed by anesthetists in any country.

This book has great value for anesthetists in all parts of the world. It conveys understanding to those who use the oldest and those who use the newest of the many technologies described.