Author Description
The best-selling texbook in emergency medicine just got better! Now the most common emergency procedures are seamlessly woven into existing chapters and illustrated with remarkable clarity. The fourth edition continues to be the reference of choice in the emergency department because it succinctly outlines diagnosis and management of the full range of emergency disorders. Highlights include new coverage of septic shock,domestic violence and spouse abuse,the latest on HIV and AIDS management,acute pain relief,violence in emergency medicine,and much more.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text serves as a comprehensive clinical reference designed to standardize the diagnosis and management of acute emergency disorders for medical practitioners. Authored by the American College of Emergency Physicians, the work synthesizes current medical protocols, procedural guidelines, and diagnostic frameworks into a single, accessible volume for use in high-pressure clinical environments.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed diagnostic and management protocols for a wide range of emergency disorders
- Integrated procedural instructions for common emergency interventions
- Updated clinical guidance on septic shock, HIV/AIDS management, and acute pain relief
- Specialized sections addressing social issues in medicine, including domestic violence and workplace safety
Scope Limits
- The text focuses on emergency department applications and does not provide exhaustive coverage of long-term outpatient management or primary care specialties.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals frequently identify this text as a foundational resource for emergency department operations due to its succinct and structured presentation of complex clinical data. Experts highlight the integration of procedural illustrations as a significant improvement for practical application in time-sensitive settings.
Page Count:
1030
Publication Date:
1988-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
ISBN-10:
0070014574
ISBN-13:
9780070014572
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Emergency medicine
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Medicine
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