The Washington Manual Of Critical Care 2nd 2012chm
Sherley Corkery
The Washington Manual of Critical Care: A Comprehensive Guide for ICU Practitioners
The Washington Manual of Critical Care is a pocket-sized book that contains easy-to-read algorithms for the management of more than 80 medical and surgical problems that arise in the intensive care unit. It is based on the expertise and experience of the faculty and residents at the Washington University School of Medicine, one of the leading centers for critical care research and education in the United States.
The book covers the diagnosis and treatment of common conditions such as shock, sepsis, respiratory failure, cardiac arrhythmias, acute kidney injury, and coagulopathy, as well as specific disorders such as acute ischemic stroke, aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, acute pancreatitis, and preeclampsia. It also provides overviews of procedures such as intubation, catheterization, chest tube insertion, and lumbar puncture, as well as common drug dosages and side effects. The book includes concise and practical algorithms for each problem, as well as references for further reading.
The Washington Manual of Critical Care is an essential resource for anyone who works in the intensive care unit, whether they are medical students, residents, fellows, nurses, or attending physicians. It is also a valuable reference for practitioners in other specialties who encounter critically ill patients in their practice.
The book is available in both paperback and electronic formats. The electronic format allows users to access the book on multiple devices and to search, highlight, and annotate the text. The electronic format also includes interactive features such as videos, animations, and quizzes to enhance learning and retention.
The Washington Manual of Critical Care is part of the Washington Manual series, which includes other titles such as The Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics, The Washington Manual of Surgery, The Washington Manual of Outpatient Internal Medicine, and The Washington Manual of Oncology. The series is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a leading publisher of medical books and journals.
The Washington Manual of Critical Care also addresses some of the key challenges and controversies in the practice of critical care medicine. It provides clarity and guidance on topics such as oxygenation targets, noninvasive respiratory support, prone ventilation, neuromuscular blockade, ventilator-associated pneumonia, corticosteroids in sepsis, hyperlactatemia, permissive hypotension, and thrombolytic therapy in acute pulmonary embolism. It also discusses the ethical and end-of-life issues that are often encountered in the intensive care unit.
The Washington Manual of Critical Care is a comprehensive and practical guide for ICU practitioners who want to deliver high-quality and evidence-based care to their patients. It is written by experts who have extensive clinical and research experience in the field of critical care medicine. It is updated regularly to reflect the latest advances and best practices in the field. It is a must-have book for anyone who works or trains in the intensive care unit.
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