Algorithms for Emergency Medicine

Algorithms for Emergency Medicine is a concise and accessible resource that supports clinicians working in the Emergency Department by providing evidence-based algorithms for managing a wide range of conditions,from common non-life-threatening emergencies to life-threatening acute events.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Delivering emergency medicine presents a relentless array of challenges to the emergency clinician, evident in the frequent occurrence of seriously ill patients, the diverse range of conditions encountered, and the urgent need for accurate diagnosis and timely treatment. To assist in navigating these complex scenarios, Algorithms for Emergency Medicine offers a concise and accessible resource that supports critical decision-making requirements within the emergency department. Designed to facilitate rapid problem-solving, this comprehensive guide encompasses a wide spectrum of emergencies, ranging from common non-life-threatening conditions like headaches to life-threatening acute events such as major traumas. Each topic is meticulously divided into two sections. The left page provides essential knowledge, while the right page presents an algorithm that guides clinicians in a step-by-step process for managing these conditions. Rooted in evidence-based practices and regularly updated to reflect the latest advancements, this book aligns with the College of Emergency Medicine Curriculum, making it an invaluable resource for emergency nurse practitioners, new doctors embarking on their placements in the emergency department, and trainee doctors pursuing specialization in emergency medicine.

Weight: 474g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780198829133