This FRCA Primary Podcast episode establishes the scientific foundation for understanding how Local Anaesthetic drugs work, why they behave differently and how to use them safely. By the end, you'll understand nerve physiology, sodium channel blockade, drug classification, and the basics of local anaesthetic toxicity.

Show notes at: https://gasgasgas.uk/local-anaesthetic-fundamentals-for-the-frca/

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Disclaimer / Sage Advice

> All content is educational in nature and never intended to be acted upon.

> This information is not a suitable substitute for medical advice.

> Whilst the body of medical knowledge is slowly shifting and expanding, there are often differing numerics and notions for these core concepts, as such, accuracy of the content is not guaranteed. 

> Where deemed sensible by the author, numerical ranges for technical data and references where reasonable will be present.

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