22. Spinal Trauma
CHAPTER 22. Spinal Trauma Jennifer Wilbeck Trauma to the spinal column and the spinal cord can result in devastating and life-threatening injuries. Each year approximately 11,000 acute spinal cord injuries…
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11. Wound Management
CHAPTER 11. Wound Management Nancy J. Denke A wound is a disruption of the normal anatomic integrity and function of any tissue. It is a term usually applied to skin…
16. Forensic Nursing in the Emergency Department
CHAPTER 16. Forensic Nursing in the Emergency Department Daniel J. Sheridan, Katherine R. Nash and Heidi Bresee FORENSIC NURSING DEFINED Every day in emergency departments (EDs) worldwide, skilled nurses provide…
40. Environmental Emergencies
CHAPTER 40. Environmental Emergencies Kathleen Flarity Outdoor activities are extremely popular with individuals of all ages. Activities such as hiking, jogging, biking, swimming, and diving, however, place the individual at…
27. Maxillofacial Trauma
CHAPTER 27. Maxillofacial Trauma Chris M. Gisness Maxillofacial trauma involving injury of the facial bones, neurovascular structures, skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscles, and glands is a common injury in patients treated…
47. Pediatric Emergencies
CHAPTER 47. Pediatric Emergencies Nancy L Mecham Sick children present distinctive challenges to many health care professionals. Assessment and treatment of children is unique because of the developmental, anatomic, and…
34. Gastrointestinal Emergencies
CHAPTER 34. Gastrointestinal Emergencies Amy Herrington Gastrointestinal (GI) emergencies vary from minor problems to more serious, potentially life-threatening problems. Complaints of a GI nature are a common reason for visits…
37. Endocrine Emergencies
CHAPTER 37. Endocrine Emergencies Colette M. Morey The endocrine system is an integrated complex of hormone-secreting glands. This system is instrumental in regulating metabolism, tissue function, growth and development, moods…
46. Obstetric Emergencies
CHAPTER 46. Obstetric Emergencies Donna L. Mason Emergency departments (EDs) handle obstetric emergencies throughout all stages of pregnancy. The goal for obstetric emergencies is to stabilize the mother and ultimately…
