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Emergency Medicine

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ISBN-10: 0071484809

ISBN-13: 9780071484800

Edition: 7th 2015 (Guide (Pupil's))

Authors: O. John Ma, Garth Meckler, David Cline, Rita K. Cydulka, J. Stephan Stapczynski

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List price: $172.79
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2015
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
Publication date: 12/16/2010
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 2208
Size: 9.00" wide x 11.50" long x 2.75" tall
Weight: 10.604

O. John Ma, M.D., Associate Professor, Vice Chair for Academic Advancement, and Research Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, Truman Medical Center, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, Kansas City, Missouri.

Contributors
Preface
Acknowledgments
Prehospital Care
Emergency Medical Services
Prehospital Equipment and Adjuncts
Air Medical Transport
Neonatal and Pediatric Transport
Mass Gatherings
Disaster Preparedness
Disaster Preparedness and Response
Natural Disasters
Bomb, Blast, and Crush Injuries
Chemical Agents and Mass Casualties
Bioterrorism Recognition and Response: Implications for the Emergency Clinician
Radiation Injuries
Resuscitation
Sudden Cardiac Death
Basic Cardioplumonary Resuscitation in Adults
Resuscitation of Neonates
Resuscitation of Children
Resuscitation Issues in Pregnancy
Ethical Issues of Resuscitation
Cerebral Resuscitation and Therepeutic Hypothermia
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Acid-Base Disorders
Blood Gases
Fluids and Electrolytes
Cardiac Rhythm Disturbances
Pharmacology of Antiarrhythmics
Pharmacology of Vasopressor Agents
Approach to the Patient in Shock
Fluid and Blood Resuscitation
Anaphylaxis, Acute Allergic Reactions, and Angioedema
Resuscitative Procedures
Noninvasive Airway Management
Pediatric Airway Management
Tracheal Intubation and Mechanical Ventilation
Surgical Airway Management
Neonatal and Pediatric Intraosseous and Central Venous Access
Venous and Intraosseous Access in Adults
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Cardiac Pacing
Defibrillation and Cardioversion
Pericardiocentesis
Analgesia, Anesthesia, and Procedural Sedation
Acute Pain Management in Adults
Pain Management in Infants and Children
Local and Regional Anesthesia
Procedural Sedation and Analgesia
Adults with Chronic Pain
Emergency Wound Management
Evaluation of Wounds
Wound Preparation
Methods for Wound Closure
Lacerations to the Face and Scalp
Injuries to the Arm, Hand, Fingertip, and Nail
Lacerations to the Leg and Foot
Soft Tissue Foreign Bodies
Puncture Wounds and Bites
Postrepair Wound Care
Cardiovascular Disease
Chest Pain: Cardiac or Not
Acute Coronary Syndromes: Acute Myocardial Infarction and Unstable Angina
Cardiogenic Shock
Low Probability Acute Coronary Syndrome
Syncope
Congestive Heart Failure and Acute Pulmonary Edema
Valvular Emergencies
The Cardiomyopathies, Myocarditis, and Pericardial Disease
Thromboembolism
Systemic and Pulmonary Hypertension
Aortic Dissection and Related Aortic Syndromes
Aneurysms of the Aorta and Major Arteries
Occlusive Arterial Disease
Pulmonary Emergencies
Respiratory Distress
Hemoptysis
Acute Bronchitis and Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Community-Acquired Pneumonia, Aspiration Pneumonia, and Noninfectious Pulmonary Infiltrates
Empyema and Lung Abscess
Tuberculosis
Spontaneous and Iatrogenic Pneumothorax
Acute Asthma in Adults
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Gastrointestinal Emergencies
Acute Abdominal Pain
Nausea and Vomiting
Disorders Presenting Primarily with Diarrhea
Acute and Chronic Constipation
Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Esophageal Emergencies, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, and Swallowed Foreign Bodies
Peptic Ulcer Disease and Gastritis
Pancreatitis and Cholecystitis
Hepatic Disorders, Jaundice, and Hepatic Failure
Acute Appendicitis
Diverticulitis
Bowel Obstruction and Volvulus
Hernias in Adults
Anorectal Disorders
Gastrointestinal Procedures and Devices
Complications of General Surgical Procedures
Renal and Genitouriinary Disease
Acute Renal Failure
Rhabdomyolysis
Emergencies in Renal Failure and Dialysis Patients
Urinary Tract Infections and Hematuria
Acute Urinary Retention
Male Genital Problems
Urologic Stone Disease
Complications of Urologic Procedures and Devices
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Vaginal Bleeding in the Nonpregnant Patient
Abdominal and Pelvic Pain in the Nonpregnant Female
Ectopic Pregnancy and Emergencies in the First 20 Weeks of Pregnancy
Comorbid Diseases in Pregnancy
Normal Pregnancy
Emergencies after 20 Weeks of Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
Emergency Delivery
Vulvovaginitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Breast Disorders
Urogynecologic Disorders and Gynecologic Oncology
Complications of Gynecologic Procedures
Assessment of the Child in the Emergency Department: a Practical Application of Normal Child Development
Pediatrics
Emergency Care of Children
Neonatal Emergencies and Common Neonatal Problems
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Apparent Life-Threatening Event
Fever and Serious Bacterial Illness
Ear and Mastoid Disorders in Infants and Children
Eye Problems in Infants and Children
The Nose and Sinuses
The Mouth and Throat
Neck Masses in Children
Stridor and Drooling
Wheezing in Infants and Children
Pneumonia in Infants and Children
Pediatric Heart Disease: Congenital Heart Defects
Pediatric Heart Disease: Acquired Heart Disease
Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Dehydration in Children
Acute Abdominal Pain in Children
Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Children
Urinary Tract Infection in Infants and Children
Urologic and Gynecologic Problems and Procedures in Children, Deborah R. Liu
Renal Emergencies in Infants and Children
Seizures and Status Epilepticus in Children
Headaches in Children
Altered Mental Status in Children
Minor Head Injury in Infants and Children
Musculoskeletal Disorders in Children
Rashes in Infants and Children
Sickle Cell Disease
Oncology and Hematology Emergencies in Children
Hypoglycemia and Metabolic Emergencies in Infants and Children
The Child with Special Health Care Needs
The Child with Diabetes
Syncope and Sudden Death in Children
Behavioral and Psychiatric Disorders in Children and Infants
Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy in Infants and Children
Pediatric Procedures: Nasal and Otic Foreign Bodies
Pediatric Procedures: Lumbar Puncture in Children
Pediatric Procedures: Nursemaids' Elbow Reduction
Pediatric Procedures: Electrocardiogram Interpretation
Infectious Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Toxic Shock Syndrome and Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
Septic Shock
Soft Tissue Infections
Disseminated Viral Infections
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Infective Endocarditis
Tetanus
Rabies
Malaria
Foodborne and Waterborne Diseases
Zoonotic Infections
World Travelers
Occupational Exposures, Infection Control, and Standard Precautions
Pharmacology of Antimicrobics, Antifungals, and Antivirals
The Neurologic Examination in the Emergency Setting
Neurology
Headache and Facial Pain
Spontaneous Subarachnoid and Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack, and Cervical Artery Dissection
Altered Mental Status and Coma
Ataxia and Gait Disturbances
Vertigo and Dizziness
Seizures and Status Epilepticus in Adults
Acute Peripheral Neurologic Lesions
Chronic Neurologic Disorders
Central Nervous System and Spinal Infections
Central Nervous System Procedures and Devices
Principles of Drug Interactions
Toxicology
General Management of Poisoned Patients
Cyclic Antidepressants
Atypical Antidepressants, Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, and Sereotonin Syndrome
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
Antipsychotics
Lithium
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
Nonbenzodiazepine Sedatives
Alcohols
Opioids
Cocaine, Methamphetamine, and Other Amphetamines
Hallucinogens
Aspirin and Salicylates
Acetaminophen
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Methylxanthines and Nicotine
Digitalis Glycosides
-BLockers
Calcium Channel Blockers
Antihypertensive Agents
Anticonvulsants
Iron
Hydrocarbons and Volatile Substances
Caustics
Pesticides
Anticholinergics
Metals and Metalloids
Industrial Toxins
Vitamins and Herbals
Antimicrobials
Dyshemoglobinemias
Environmental Injuries
Frostbite and Other Localized Cold Injuries
Hypothermia
Heat Emergencies
Bites and Stings
Reptile Bites
Trauma and Envenomations from Marine Fauna
Dysbarism and Complications of Diving
Drowning
Thermal Burns
Chemical Burns
Electrical Injuries
Lightning Injuries
Mushroom Poisoning
Poisonous Plants
High-Altitude Medical Problems
Carbon Monoxide
Endocrine Emergencies
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Alcoholic Ketoacidosis
Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
Thyroid Disorders: Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Crisis
Thyroid Disorders: Hypethyroidism and Thyroid Storm
Adrenal Insufficiency and Adrenal Crisis
Hematologic and Oncologic Emergencies
Anemia
Tests of Hemostatis
Acquired Bleeding Disorders
Clotting Disorders
Hemophilias and von Willebrand Disease
Sickle Cell Disease and Other Hereditary Hemolytic Anemias
Acquired Hemolytic Anemia
Transfusion Therapy
Anticoagulants, Antiplatelet Agents, and Fibrinolytics
Emergency Complications of Malignancy
Common Chemotherapeutic Agents
Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat, and Oral Surgery
Eye Emergencies
Common Disorders of the External, Middle, and Inner Ear
Face and Jaw Emergencies
Epistaxis, Nasal Fractures, and Rhinosinusitis
Oral and Dental Emergencies
Infections and Disorders of the Neck and Upper Airway
Complications of Airway Devices
Skin Disorders
Approach to Skin Disorders in the Emergency Department
Treatment of Skin Disorders in the Emergency Department
Serious Generalized Skin Disorders
Disorders of the Face and Scalp
Disorders of the Hands, Feet, and Extremities
Disorders of the Groin and Skinfolds
Skin Disorders Common on the Trunk
Trauma
Trauma in Adults
Trauma in Children
Geriatric Trauma
Trauma in Pregnancy
Head Trauma in Adults and Children
Spine and Spinal Cord Trauma
Facial Injuries
Trauma to the Neck
Pulmonary Trauma
Cardiac Trauma
Abdominal Trauma
Penetrating Trauma to the Flank and Buttocks
Genitourinary Trauma
Penetrating Trauma to the Extremities
Wound Ballistics
Forensics
Injuries to Bones and Joints
Initial Evaluation and Management of Orthopedic Injuries
Injuries to the Hand and Digits
Wrist Injuries
Injuries to the Elbow and Forearm
Shoulder and Humerus Injuries
Pelvis Injuries
Hip and Femur Injuries
Knee Injuries
Leg Injuries
Ankle Injuries
Foot Injuries
Compartment Syndrome
Orthopedic Devices and Reconstruction
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Neck and Back Pain
Shoulder Pain
Hip and Knee Pain
Emergencies in Systemic Rheumatic Diseases
Nontraumatic Disorders of the Hand
Acute Disorders of the Joints and Bursae
Soft Tissue Problems of the Foot
Psychosocial Disorders
Behavioral Disorders: Emergency Assessment
Behavioral Disorders: Diagnostic Criteria
Psychotropic Medications and Rapid Tranquilization
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
Panic Disorder
Conversion Disorder
Alcohol and Other Drugs of Abuse
Abuse and Neglect
Child Abuse and Neglect
Female and Male Sexual Assault
Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse
Abuse of the Elderly and Impaired
The Violent Patient
Special Situations
Injection Drug Users
The Transplant Patient
The Mentally Retarded Adult
The Morbidly Obese Patient
Grief, Death and Dying, DNR/DNI Orders: Delivering Effective Death Notifications in the Emergency Department
Legal Issues in Emergency Medicine
Management of Prisoners Attending the Emergency Department
Military Medicine
Principles of Imaging
Noninvasive Myocardial Imaging
Computed Tomography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Emergency Ultrasonography
Index