This new edition has been fully revised to bring trainees and practitioners up to date with the latest developments in the management of medical emergencies and intensive care, with an emphasis on cardiac care. The book covers major medical emergencies in cardiology, pulmonary medicine, central nervous system, metabolic medicine and rheumatology. A new chapter has been added on post-operative care after cardiac surgery. Presented in an easy to read format, this practical guide includes numerous tables and graphs, with further reading suggestions for each topic. Key points * Fourth edition presenting latest developments in management of medical emergencies and intensive care * New chapter on post-operative care after cardiac surgery * Includes numerous tables and graphs * Previous edition published in 2010
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* Acute ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction * Management of Unstable Angina and Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction * Cardiogenic Shock * Acute Heart Failure * Management of Chronic Heart Failure * Syncope * Atrial Fibrillation * Tachycardias * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation * Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Acute Myocardial Infarction * Vascular Emergencies * Acute Cardiac Care in Pediatric Practice * Hypertensive Crisis * Acid-base Disturbances * Electrolyte Imbalance * Management of Adult Severe Acute Asthma * Management of Acute Exacerbation of COPD * Mechanical Ventilation * Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome/Acute Lung Injury * Management of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding * Stroke * Acute Kidney Injury * Endocrine Emergencies * Rheumatological Emergencies * Antimicrobial Therapy Including Management of Septic Shock * Cardiac Surgery: Postoperative Care * Drugs Used in Cardiovascular Emergency
