Using a
multidisciplinary, team-oriented approach
, this unique title expertly covers
all the latest approaches to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with critical cardiac illness
.
Led by Dr David L. Brown,
a
stellar team of authoritative writers
guides you through cardiac pathophysiology, disease states presenting in the CICU, and state-of-the-art advanced diagnosis and therapeutic techniques. A
visually appealing format, new chapters, and thorough updates
ensure that you stay on the cutting edge of this rapidly advancing field.
Discusses recent changes in cardiac intensive care, including
new care paradigms, new mechanical support modalities
, and
new therapies and interventions
Contains
11 new chapters
: Palliative Care, Temporary Pacemaker Insertion, Pericardiocentesis, Distributive Shock, Electrical Storm, Cardiopulmonary Cerebral Resuscitation after Cardiac Arrest, Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices, Cardiorenal Syndrome, Fulminant Myocarditis, Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy, Diagnosis and Treatment of Unstable Supraventricular Tachycardia.
Online access features
heart sounds and murmurs
to accompany the chapter on history and physical examination,
videos of clinical images and key procedures
, frequently updated information on
late-breaking clinical trials
, reviews of
new research
publications, and more.
Concisely yet thoroughly covers
acute and severe heart failure, chronic pulmonary hypertension, life-threatening dysrhythmias, aortic dissection, and other cardiac conditions as they relate to intensive care.
Explains
drug therapy for key cardiac drugs,
such as inotropes, vasodilators, anti-arrhythmics, diuretics, anticoagulants, and anti-platelets, and discusses important
drug interactions
Ideal for
all healthcare professionals
involved in cardiac intensive care, including intensivists, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, residents, fellows, cardiac nurses, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and nutritionists.
Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase.
This
enhanced eBook experience
allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices and contains an up to date collection of all relevant ACC/AHA and ESC guidelines.