CHAPTER 1 General concepts in caring for the critically ill Acid-base Imbalances, Alterations in Consciousness, Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Mechanical Ventilation, Nutritional Support, Pain, Prolonged Immobility, Sedation and…
CHAPTER 4 Respiratory disorders Respiratory Assessment: General, Acute Asthma Exacerbation, Acute Lung Injury and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Acute Pneumonia, Acute Respiratory Failure, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Embolus, Pulmonary Hypertension, Respiratory assessment:…
CHAPTER 7 Neurologic disorders General Neurologic Assessment, Brain Death, Cerebral Aneurysm and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Care of the Patient After Intracranial Surgery, Meningitis, Neurodegenerative and Neuromuscular Disorders, Status Epilepticus, Stroke: Acute…
CHAPTER 2 Managing the critical care environment Bioterrorism, Emerging Infections, Emotional and Spiritual Support of the Patient and Significant Others, Ethical Considerations in Critical Care, Patient Safety, Bioterrorism Bioterrorism is…
