This book covers the principles of pediatric emergency medicine, tailored for use in Emergency Departments, Intermediate Care Units, and Intensive Care Units.
Detailed protocols for Pediatric Resuscitation, covering Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), post-resuscitation care, pulse check procedures, chest compression techniques (rate, depth, placement), and coordination of ventilation for infants and children.
A collection of case studies focusing on the diagnosis and management of critically ill pediatric patients, covering conditions such as respiratory syncytial virus bronchiolitis, septicemia, bacterial meningitis, congenital heart defects, head injury, diabetic ketoacidosis, and poisoning.
A self-assessment and continuing pharmacy education program (PedSAP) designed for BCPPS recertification and focused on the critical care management of pediatric patients, published by the American College of Clinical Pharmacy.
This book offers a pathophysiology-based management approach to mechanical ventilation for neonates and children. It aims to provide healthcare providers with a common framework focused on altered pulmonary mechanics and underlying pathophysiologic processes, rather than the complexities of the machinery itself.
A comprehensive quick-reference handbook containing detailed information on drug doses, infusion rates, haemofiltration, ventilation guidelines, antibiotic protocols, immunisation schedules, normal physiological values (blood, urine, CSF), and resuscitation tables, specifically compiled for use in paediatric critical care settings.
A comprehensive collection of standardized protocols and clinical guidelines developed by the Al Azhar University Pediatrics Department for use in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Topics covered include admission criteria, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), management of shock, heart failure, status epilepticus, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), respiratory emergencies (asthma, foreign body aspiration), and PICU procedures.
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Published: 2014
Number of pages: 416
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Authors: Wilbur L. Smith
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Radiology 101 is a popular introduction to...
Analysis of standard treatment strategies for hyponatremia, the most common electrolyte disorder. It details the use of 3% sodium chloride bolus for symptomatic cases and fluid restriction combined with adequate solute intake for mild asymptomatic cases. The document reviews second-line therapies for SIADH, such as oral urea and tolvaptan, emphasizing the crucial need for gradual correction and frequent biochemical monitoring to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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Published: 2015
Number of pages: 96 pages
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Authors: Hakan Demirci
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This book concisely but thoroughly summarizes advances...
A practical resource developed by the DAA Nutrition Support Interest Group for dietitians and other health care professionals managing adult parenteral nutrition support in acute settings. It is intended for use in consultation with an appropriately qualified Accredited Practising Dietitian.
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Authors: Knut Schroeder
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Walter and Miller's Textbook of Radiotherapy is a...
A concise list detailing numerous common diagnostic tests used in medical and nursing practice, linking each test (e.g., Allen Test, Schick Test, Triple Test) to the specific disease, condition, or physiological function it assesses (e.g., ABG Analysis, Diphtheria, Down Syndrome).
This clinical outlook investigates the lack of a consensus predictive biomarker for priapism associated with sickle cell disease (SCD). While current management focuses on symptomatic treatment, the article argues that identifying genetic biomarkers is crucial for risk stratification, enabling preventative or early therapeutic measures against this common vasculopathic complication that often leads to severe erectile dysfunction.
This textbook provides foundational knowledge and clinical applications for entry-level dental assistants, covering topics from patient care and chairside assisting to radiology and regulatory compliance, with a strong emphasis on current infection control standards.
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Major Revision. Details the anatomy of the...
