Bookedited by Sheila Adam, Sue Osborne, John Welch.
Summary: Encompassing the knowledge and skills required when nursing the critically ill patient, this book highlights priorities of care and principles of management in a range of problems common in the ICU. The reader will benefit from the strong clinical foundation and the high levels of expertise.
Contents:
The critical care continuum
The critical care environment
The patient within the critical care environment
Respiratory problems
Cardiovascular problems
Cardiac arrest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Renal problems
Neurological problems
Gastrointestinal problems and nutrition
Sepsis and multiple organ dysfunction
Trauma and major haemorrhage
Haematological problems
The immune system and the immunocompromised patient
Endocrine, obstetric, and drug overdose emergencies
Managing major incidents and preparing for pandemics
Evaluating evidence and quality of care in the critical care unit