44. Dental, Ear, Nose, Throat, and Facial Emergencies

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CHAPTER 44. Dental, Ear, Nose, Throat, and Facial Emergencies Elizabeth Gaudet Nolan Most emergencies of the face, mouth, ears, nose, and throat involve discomfort and pain. However, certain conditions can…

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43. Gynecologic Emergencies

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CHAPTER 43. Gynecologic Emergencies Kathleen Sanders Jordan Patients with gynecologic disorders are frequently seen in the emergency department (ED). Therefore the ED nurse must have a strong knowledge base of…

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22. Spinal Trauma

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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

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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…

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16. Forensic Nursing in the Emergency Department

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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…

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40. Environmental Emergencies

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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…

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27. Maxillofacial Trauma

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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…

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12. Pain

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CHAPTER 12. Pain Paula Tanabe, Reneé Semonin Holleran and Christopher J. Reddin Pain is the most frequent complaint among emergency department (ED) patients, and traditionally pain has been inadequately treated…

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47. Pediatric Emergencies

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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…

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34. Gastrointestinal Emergencies

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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…

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