Emergency Med

Pages: 876,
Specialties: Emergency Med, Pediatrics,
Publisher: Cambridge,
Publication Year: 2011,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 220x274x42mm

This practical guide is written for the emergency department physician who cares for adults and children concurrently and provides all the information needed to diagnose and treat a wide variety of common and uncommon pediatric disorders. Each chapter takes a clinical perspective, emphasizing differences in adult and pediatric disease process and management. Key facts, special considerations, and pearls and pitfalls are highlighted, providing rapid access to vital knowledge in emergency situations. Sections are dedicated to specific pediatric populations, including neonates, adolescents, and children with special health care needs. High-quality photographs, illustrations and diagrams enhance the text throughout and tutorials cover pediatric imaging, pediatric EKG interpretation, procedural sedation, and procedures. Written by pediatric and emergency medicine specialists and subspecialty experts, this is a must-have text for emergency medicine physicians and trainees, as well as family practice health care practitioners.

Weight: 3.08 KG
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Pages: 194,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2013,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 214x274x14mm

Rapid acquisition and interpretation of radiographs, portable ultrasound (US) and computed tomography (CT) are now the mainstay of initial successful management of sick and traumatized patients presenting to Accident and Emergency Departments. The ABC of Emergency Radiology is a simple and logical step-by-step guide on how to interpret radiographs, US and CT. It incorporates all the latest technological advances, including replacing plain radiographs with digital radiographs, changes in imaging protocols and the role of portable US and multidetector CT. With over 400 illustrations and annotated radiographs, this thoroughly revised third edition provides more images, new illustrations, and new chapters on emergency US and CT that reflect current practice. Each chapter starts with radiological anatomy, standard and then additional views, a systematic approach to interpretation (ABC approach) and followed by a review of common abnormalities. The ABC of Emergency Radiology is an invaluable resource for accident and emergency staff, trainee radiologists, medical students, nurses, radiographers and all medical personnel involved in the immediate care of trauma patients

Weight: 0.6 KG
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Pages: 238,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2011,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 216x274x18mm

Prehospital care is a growing area in medicine, and emergency treatments are becoming more sophisticated as the potential to save lives grow. The fourth edition of this ABC has been thoroughly updated and includes new chapters on nuclear and biological emergencies. Each chapter gives concise and clear guidance and is accompanied by excellent photographs and diagrams. Edited and written by leading UK trauma authorities, this is a truly comprehensive and practical book for everyday use by emergency medicine staff, nurses, hospital doctors, paramedics, and ambulance services.

Weight: 0.7 KG
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Pages: 224,
Specialties: Emergency Med, Nursing,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2014,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 250x278x12mm

ABC of Transfer and Retrieval Medicine provides the key information required to help health care professionals involved in the movement of critically ill patients to do so safely, correctly and with confidence. Beginning with the practical and clinical considerations to be taken into account during patient transfer and an overview of transfer equipment, it then addresses pharmacological aspects of patient transfer, the roles and responsibilities of the transfer team, and the requirements of neonatal, paediatric and specialist transfers. Mapped against the syllabus for the Diploma of Retrieval and Transfer Medicine (Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh), it has been developed as a core resource for the diploma whilst providing an invaluable resource for any healthcare professional involved in the transfer of critically ill patients including anaesthetists, intensivists, nurses from ICU/ED and paramedics. It also includes frameworks for radiology and arterial blood gas interpretation, guidance on patient triage, transfer checklists and equipment checklists, and a summary of the relevant national guidelines. From a multidisciplinary international author team, this new addition to the ABC series is a useful resource for all health care professionals involved in the transfer of patients. It is relevant to anaesthetists, intensivists, paramedics, critical care and emergency department nursing staff who are required to take part in intra and inter hospital transfers.

Weight: 0.6 KG
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Pages: 296,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: McGraw-Hill,
Publication Year: 2008,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 186x238x16mm

A comprehensive, hands-on guide that explains how to accurately diagnose abdominal pain -- and treat its underlying causes A Doody's Core Title for 2011! 4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW "This does a remarkable job of examining and summarizing the most recent diagnostic and therapeutic options for a very difficult yet common complaint. Its strength is in the discussion of best use and limitations of the testing modalities used to diagnose abdominal pain. It is more concise than many other similar texts, and covers the information extremely well."--Doody's Review Service This clinical companion -- written by emergency room physicians for emergency room physicians -- takes you through all of the must-know management strategies for acute and chronic abdominal pain and its etiology. In its all-inclusive overview of abdominal pain-related conditions such as urinary tract infection and diverticulitis, the book includes only those insights that are most useful for busy ER physicians. This essential, high-yield approach carries over to a chapter format that features quick-hit bulleted lists of key clinical facts, along with a step-by-step review of management guidelines. You'll also find an abundance of clinically relevant CT and ultrasound scans, plus criteria for their interpretation.

Weight: 0.6 KG
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Pages: 344 pages,
Specialties: Emergency Med, Radiology,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2004,
Cover: Paperback

Weight: 1 KG
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Pages: 656,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2008,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 186x246x32mm

This book shows nurses why they are doing what they do rather than just how for a wide range of A&E conditions. It features special sections that cover potential problem areas such as paediatrics and treating the mentally ill A&E patient. It has an A&P section so even the most experienced nurse can refresh their knowledge. Along with all the latest legislation and changing care provisions this book is a must have for the busy A&E Nurse

Weight: 1.4 KG
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Pages: 554,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: Taylor & Francis,
Publication Year: 2001,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 154.9x236.2x30.5mm

This A-to-Z, hands-on guidebook addresses the responsibilities, principles, tools and techniques involved in accident investigation and loss control. It blends theory and applications and takes the reader from investigative planning and preparation through the various methods and equipment used, all the way to system safety applications. It covers a myriad of accident prevention techniques, which have been in use by the safety community for many years. The information and illustrations included in this book will allow the reader to begin to develop and build a safety and health program in the workplace. Detailed information is included on: * safety analysis * job safety observations * safety and health tracking * safe operating procedures * root, change, casual, and barrier analysis * resource and information sources This book is applicable to a wide range of occupations since there are no risk free workplaces. It is especially written for occupational safety and health professionals who addresses these issues at work and will also be an excellent source of study for training practitioners and students of this discipline.show more

Weight: 1 KG
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Pages: 424,
Specialty: Emergency Med,
Publisher: Elsevier,
Publication Year: 2017,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 216x276x12.7mm

Provide the best possible emergency cardiovascular care - using the newest ECC guidelines! ACLS Study Guide, 5th Edition offers a complete, full-color overview of advanced cardiovascular life support. An easy-to-read approach covers everything from airway management to cardiac arrest rhythms and their management, electrical therapy, acute coronary syndromes, and acute stroke. In addition to the latest ACLS treatment algorithms, this edition includes case studies and hundreds of full-color photos and illustrations. Case studies present common, realistic clinical situations, helping you learn and apply skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, medication administration, and other essential interventions. ACLS Pearls boxes offer brief explanations of complex topics and useful tips for clinical practice. End-of-chapter quizzes include answers and rationales, helping you learn and remember the most important information. Easy-to-understand approach simplifies your study of advanced cardiac life support, thanks to Barbara Aehlert's unique, conversational writing style. NEW! UPDATED content centers on evidence-based practice recommendations, including the 2015 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care and the 2015 International Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science With Treatment Recommendations. NEW! Improved format integrates all case studies into the appropriate chapters, so that you can apply concepts immediately to real-world situations. show more

Weight: 0.64 KG
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