Emergency Medicine Elsevier eBook of VitalSource, 2nd Edition
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By Glenn C. Hamilton, MD, Arthur B. Sanders, MD, Gary Strange, MD and Alexander T. Trott, MD
Consolidated to include only the most pertinent facts, this New Edition presents up-to-date knowledge on emergency medicine from the assessment of signs and symptoms through the process of clinical problem solving. Experts in the field provide both a
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Consolidated to include only the most pertinent facts, this New Edition presents up-to-date knowledge on emergency medicine from the assessment of signs and symptoms through the process of clinical problem solving. Experts in the field provide both an on-site and clinical perspective, including information ranging from data gathering, differential diagnosis, hypothesis formulation and testing; to decision guidelines, principles of management, and documentation. Additional algorithms, decision rules and case studies aid users in diagnosis of both common and catastrophic diseases. Back in an all-new edition, Emergency Medicine 2nd Edition covers the most common disorders seen in the emergency department in a handy, outline format. It explains the responsibilities of the emergency physician along with the decisions that need to be made. The 2nd Edition is perfect for on-the-go consultation - soft cover, shorter, and more focused.
Consolidated to include only the most pertinent facts, this New Edition presents up-to-date knowledge on emergency medicine from the assessment of signs and symptoms through the process of clinical problem solving. Experts in the field provide both an on-site and clinical perspective, including information ranging from data gathering, differential diagnosis, hypothesis formulation and testing; to decision guidelines, principles of management, and documentation. Additional algorithms, decision rules and case studies aid users in diagnosis of both common and catastrophic diseases. Back in an all-new edition, Emergency Medicine 2nd Edition covers the most common disorders seen in the emergency department in a handy, outline format. It explains the responsibilities of the emergency physician along with the decisions that need to be made. The 2nd Edition is perfect for on-the-go consultation - soft cover, shorter, and more focused.
New to this edition
Features new chapters on shock, penetrating trauma, HIV patients, and domestic violence
Provides more information on women patients and evidence-based medicine
Includes new international contributors
Updates and revises all chapters with the newest information
Key Features
Organized by symptom orientation rather than disease, reflecting how patients present.
Covers the most common presentations in emergency medicine.
Provides case studies throughout the chapters.
Gives special consideration to pediatric and geriatric populations in most chapters
Author Information
By Glenn C. Hamilton, MD; Arthur B. Sanders, MD; Gary Strange, MD and Alexander T. Trott, MD, Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
By Glenn C. Hamilton, MD; Arthur B. Sanders, MD; Gary Strange, MD and Alexander T. Trott, MD, Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
I. Orientation to Emergency Medicine Introduction 1. Airway Management 2. Cardiopulmonary Cerebral Resuscitation 3. Shock (Strange)
II. Abdominal and GI Disorders 4. Acute Abdominal Pain 5. Acute GI Bleeding 6. Acute Diarrhea
III. CV Disorders 7. Chest Pain 8. Syncope 9. Hypertension
IV. Cutaneous Disorders 10. Rash
V. Immunologic Disorders 11. Anaphylaxis 12. Immunocompromise
VI. Infectious Disorders 13. Febrile Adults
VII. Toxicology/Environmental Disorders 14. The Poisoned Patient 15. Alcohol Intoxication 16. Heat Illness 17. Hypothermia
VIII. Hematologic Disorders 18. Sickle Cell Disease
IX. Hormonal, Metabolic Disorders 19. Diabetes 20. Acute Metabolic Acidosis and Metabolic Alkalosis
X. Head and Neck Disorders 21. Epistaxis 22. Acute Sore Throat 23. Earache 24. Eye Pain/Redness/Trauma
XI. Infancy and Childhood Disorders 25. Febrile Infants 26. Stridor 27. Dehydration
XII. Muscluoskeletal Disorders 28. Low Back Pain 29. Swollen and Painful Joint
XIII. Nervous System Disorders 30. Altered Menal Status 31. Headache 32. Seizures 33. Stroke
XIV. Psycho Behavioral Disorders 34. Behavioral, including suicide 35. Domestic Violence
XV. Thoraco-Respiratory Disorders 36. Acute Dyspnea 37. Wheezing
XVI. Urogenital Disorders 38. Pelvic Pain in Women (including STD) 39. Vaginal Bleeding
XVII. Trauma 40. Blunt Trauma 41. Penetrating Trauma 42. Abdominal Trauma 43. Chest Trauma 44. Open Injuries to the Upper Extremity 45. Closed Injuries of the Upper Extremity 46. Lower Extremity Injury 47. Head and Neck Trauma 48. Wound Care
"Organized by symptom orientation rather The outstanding readability and practicality of this publication make it a worthwhile addition to libraries." Mayo Clinic Proceedings
https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/emergency-medicine-elsevier-ebook-of-vitalsource-9780323295284.html322214Emergency Medicine Elsevier eBook of VitalSourcehttps://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/placeholder/default/generic_item_image_123x160_1_1.png63.7484.99USDInStock/Medicine/Emergency Medicine/Health Professions/Emergency Medical Services/Nursing & Midwifery/Specialist Nursing/eBooks/Medicine/Emergency Medicine/Health Professions/Emergency Medical Services/Nursing & Midwifery/Specialist Nursing5054570505459650545725054665580354258035855803550148865365054553505455850545715799892580352658035445803533Consolidated to include only the most pertinent facts, this New Edition presents up-to-date knowledge on emergency medicine from the assessment of signs and symptoms through the process of clinical problem solving. Experts in the field provide both an on-site and clinical perspective, including information ranging from data gathering, differential diagnosis, hypothesis formulation and testing; to decision guidelines, principles of management, and documentation. Additional algorithms, decision rules and case studies aid users in diagnosis of both common and catastrophic diseases. Back in an all-new edition, <i>Emergency Medicine 2nd Edition</i> covers the most common disorders seen in the emergency department in a handy, outline format. It explains the responsibilities of the emergency physician along with the decisions that need to be made. The 2nd Edition is perfect for on-the-go consultation - soft cover, shorter, and more focused. Consolidated to include only the most pertinent facts, this New Edition presents up-to-date knowledge on emergency medicine from the assessment of signs and symptoms through the process of clinical problem solving. Experts in the field provide both an on-site and clinical perspective, including information ranging from data gathering, differential diagnosis, hypothesis formulation and testing; to decision guidelines, principles of management, and documentation. Additional algorithms, decision rules and case studies aid users in diagnosis of both common and catastrophic diseases. Back in an all-new edition, <i>Emergency Medicine 2nd Edition</i> covers the most common disorders seen in the emergency department in a handy, outline format. It explains the responsibilities of the emergency physician along with the decisions that need to be made. The 2nd Edition is perfect for on-the-go consultation - soft cover, shorter, and more focused.00add-to-cart97803232952842011 and earlierProfessionalBy Glenn C. Hamilton, MD, Arthur B. Sanders, MD, Gary Strange, MD and Alexander T. Trott, MD20032E-BookOtherSaunders0Nov 22, 2002IN STOCKBy <STRONG>Glenn C. Hamilton</STRONG>, MD; <STRONG>Arthur B. Sanders</STRONG>, MD; <STRONG>Gary Strange</STRONG>, MD and <STRONG>Alexander T. Trott</STRONG>, MD, Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OHeBooksE-BookUnited StatesYesYesNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
