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Optimizing Hemodynamic Support in Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 26-2
  • May 10, 2010
  • Dane Nichols
  • English
  • Hardback
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  • eBook
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Guest Editor Dane Nichols, MD, has assembled a panel of experts focusing on Hemodynamic Support in Septic Shock. Topics include: Oxygen Delivery and Consumption: A Macro-Circulatory Perspective; Mean Arterial Pressure: Therapeutic Goals and Pharmacologic Support,Mechanisms; Detection and Potential Management of Microcirculatory Disturbances; Detection of Hypoxia at the Cellular Level; Type A & B Lactic Acidosis: Recognition, Kinetics, and Associated Prognosis; Venous blood gases: What Can They Tell Us About the State of the Circulation; Noninvasive Assessment of Cardiac Preload and Performance through CO2 Rebreathing/ETCO2 Monitoring.

Diagnostic Testing, An Issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 22-1
  • March 2, 2010
  • Stephen D. Krau
  • English
  • Hardback
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This issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics, guest edited by Stephen Krau, PhD, RN, on the topic of Diagnostic Testing will include the following article subjects: Overview of Diagnostic Testing; Electrodiagnostic Testing; Endoscopic Studies; Bronchoscopy Studies; Radiographic Studies; Angiography; Nuclear Scanning Studies; Intravenous Pyleogram; Manometric Studies; Ultrasound Studies; Urine Tests; Stool Tests; and Centesis Studies.

Urgences cardio-vasculaires et situations critiques en cardiologie

  • 1st Edition
  • January 12, 2010
  • Ariel Cohen + 2 more
  • French
  • eBook
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Urgences cardiovasculaires et situations critiques en cardiologie est un ouvrage résolument pratique, composé de fiches, tableaux synthétiques, algorithmes diagnostiques et thérapeutiques, basés sur les recommandations consensuelles des sociétés savantes française (SFC), européenne (ESC) et américaine (ACC/AHA). Dans le dédale et la complexité des attitudes, il fallait en effet une mise au point claire, consensuelle, référencée, et comparative, permettant au lecteur de retenir l'essentiel pour la pratique quotidienne, confronté à un contexte d'urgence ou à une situation critique. Cet ouvrage est destiné aux cardiologues en formation, aux praticiens hospitaliers ou libéraux, aux urgentistes ainsi qu'à tous ceux pour lesquels l'urgence cardiovasculaire exige une conduite à tenir rapide, adaptée et fondée sur des preuves.

Intensive Care of the Cancer Patient, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 26-1
  • December 24, 2009
  • Stephen M. Pastores + 1 more
  • English
  • Hardback
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A comprehensive review of cancer patient treatment methods in the Intensive Care Unit. Articles include: Admission Criteria and Prognostication in Cancer Patients Admitted to the ICU; Diagnostic Strategies and Management of Acute Respiratory Failure in Cancer Patients Requiring Intensive Care; Mechanical Ventilation in Cancer Patients: Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes; Critical Care of the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipient; Critical Issues in Oncological Surgery Patients; and Diagnosis and Management of Infectious Complications in Critically Ill Patients with Cancer.

Manual of Pediatric Anesthesia

  • 6th Edition
  • December 10, 2009
  • Jerrold Lerman + 2 more
  • English
  • Paperback
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The new edition of Manual of Pediatric Anesthesia, by Drs. Lerman, Coté & Steward, summarizes the principles of pediatric anesthesia and details important management considerations for a wide variety of conditions. Thoroughly updated and expanded, it reflects the latest research on new drugs and techniques to keep you absolutely up to date. Covering everything from chronic and acute pain through the pathophysiology of surgical disease to endoscopic procedures, you’ll find exactly what you need to safely and effective administer anesthesia to your pediatric patients. Also, it's handy, pocket size is perfect for quick reference and review.

Sepsis, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 25-4
  • December 1, 2009
  • R. Phillip Dellinger
  • English
  • Hardback
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Respected leader in Critical Care Medicine, Phillip Dellinger has complied a top-notch range of articles on the subject of Sepsis. Topics include: "The History of Sepsis," "Molecular Biology of Sepsis," "Sepsis Induced Tissue Hypoperfusion," "Hemodynamic Monitoring in Sepsis," "Performance Improvement in Sepsis," and more!

Sedation and Analgesia in the ICU: Pharmacology, Protocolization, and Clinical Consequences, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 25-3
  • July 31, 2009
  • Pratik Pandharipande + 1 more
  • English
  • Hardback
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In this issue, Guest Editors Pratik Panharipande and Wesley Ely look at modern Sedation techniques in the critically ill. Topics include: "Pharmacology of commonly used sedatives and analgesics in the ICU," "Pharmacology of newer agents for sedation and analgesia in the critically ill," "Current sedation practices: lessons learned from recent international surveys," "Sedation and Immunomodulation," "Sedation and sleep disturbances in the ICU," and more!

Core Curriculum for Progressive Care Nursing

  • 1st Edition
  • April 6, 2009
  • Ellen French American Association of Critical-Care Nr
  • English
  • eBook
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The only reference focused on progressive care nursing, this complete reference includes all of the key information you need to know for success in practice and on the PCCN certification exam. Expert authors from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses provide the most authoritative content on caring for patients in step-down, intermediate and telemetry units and prepare you to treat patients from every phase of progressive care. Plenty of illustrations and easy-reference tables clarify difficult concepts and make it easy to review content quickly.

Historical Aspects of Critical Illness and Critical Care Medicine, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 25-1
  • April 2, 2009
  • Anand Kumar + 1 more
  • English
  • Hardback
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This issue will take a look at modern critical care techniques in a historical context. Topics include: "Shock and Organ failure", "Battlefield trauma, traumatic shock and consequences: War-related advances in critical care", "Lessons from Modern Disasters and Wars: Bhopal, Chernobyl, Oklahoma City Bombing, 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, Tsunami, Iraq", "Plagues with Critical Care Implications: Legionairres, Staph toxic shock, SARS, Hantavirus, Group A strep nec toxic shock, Marburg and hemorrhagic fevers, Avian flu" and more!

Board Stiff: Preparation for Anesthesia Orals

  • 3rd Edition
  • October 3, 2008
  • Christopher Gallagher
  • English
  • Paperback
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  • eBook
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Think the anesthesia oral boards are no laughing matter? Then you haven’t read Board Stiff Three. The new edition of this popular anesthesia review book is written in the same winning style that was the hallmark of Board Stiff Too. Dr. Gallagher’s signature humor and engaging writing style make this terrific prep book a fun read while still delivering all the most important things you need to know for the boards. In addition to a thorough content review, the new edition also features an extensive section with self-assessment questions. It also includes a bonus DVD with simulated board scenarios that will further help you prepare for the boards.