Description
📘 Book Description
This exam preparation guide is tailored specifically for the Clinical Science (viva) section of the Final FRCA. Authored by consultant anesthetist & former FRCA examiner Simon Bricker, it offers clear, detailed summaries of high-yield topics in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical measurement . With nearly 200 expertly curated topics, it helps candidates navigate oral exams confidently while developing exam-ready responses and deep clinical understanding .
✅ Key Features
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Structured Core‑Topic Summaries
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Around 200 topic cards across anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical measurement; each divided by subject area for easy navigation .
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Exam‑Centric Advice
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Tips on pacing, handling tricky questions, and structuring responses as expected by examiners .
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Clear & Accessible Writing
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Concise yet comprehensive explanations make it a “most readable review book” for certification exam prep .
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Clinically Integrated Content
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Each science topic is linked to clinical applications, bridging basic principles with real OR relevance .
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Written by an FRCA Examiner
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Simon Bricker’s experience as an FRCA board member provides insider insight into what counts in the viva .
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🌟 Benefits of Reading This Book
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🎯 Viva Confidence
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Familiarizes candidates with question formats and encourages exam-style structured answers.
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📘 Efficient Revision
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Easily digestible summaries make effective use of limited study time.
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🧠 Strong Conceptual Integration
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Connects theory to practical scenarios—a huge advantage in viva-style questioning.
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⏱️ Rapid Recall
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Repetition of core topics helps embed essential science knowledge for quick retrieval.
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📚 Tried-and-Tested Resource
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Recommended by AnaesthesiaUK and praised by Doody’s as “extremely readable” and “appropriate for an eight-minute discussion” .
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👤 Who It’s For
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Final FRCA candidates prepping for the clinical science viva
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Anesthesia trainees wanting a structured science refresher
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Educators or study groups seeking a focused, effective viva prep tool
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