Evidence-Based Practice of Critical Care E-Book

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Critical Care, Anesthesiology

• Author: Clifford S. Deutschman, MS, MD, FCCM, Patrick J. Neligan, MA, MB, FRCAFRCSI
• ISBN: 9780323394178
• Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Publication: November 26, 2015
• Imprint: Elsevier
• Language: English

Evidence-Based Practice of Critical Care, 2nd Edition, presents objective data and expert guidance on managing critically ill patients in unique question-based chapters that focus on best practices. Now thoroughly updated by Drs. Clifford S. Deutschman, Patrick J. Neligan, and nearly 200 critical-care experts, this highly regarded title remains the only book of its kind that provides a comprehensive framework for translating evidence into practice, making it a valuable resource for both residents and practitioners.

• Tap into the expertise of nearly 200 critical-care experts who discuss the wide variety of clinical options in critical care, examine the relevant research, and provide recommendations based on a thorough analysis of available evidence.

• Think through each question in a logical, efficient manner, using a practical, consistent approach to available management options and guidelines.

• Find the information you need quickly with tables that summarize the available literature and recommended clinical approaches.

• Navigate a full range of challenges from routine care to complicated and special situations.

• Stay up to date with new issues and controversies such as the redefinition of sepsis • changing approaches to fluid administration • immune suppression in sepsis • monitoring the microcirculation • the long-term sequelae of critical illness • minimizing ventilator associated lung injury • the benefits of evidence-based medicine management guidelines • rapid response teams • and more.

• Benefit from all-new sections covering persistent critical illness and the role of advanced practice nurses and physician assistants in the ICU.