Minor Emergencies

The 4th Edition of Minor Emergencies provides concise, expert guidance on nearly 200 common presentations, with updated equipment, devices, dosages, and techniques. It offers a practical approach to minor emergencies, with brief, to-the-point guidance on procedures such as febrile seizures, foreign body removal, epistaxis, rib fractures, sacroiliac joint injection, and patellar dislocation reduction. The eBook version includes access to 38 procedural videos and procedural sedation recommendations.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 896 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2021
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

For clinicians who encounter patients experiencing non-life-threatening crises, Minor Emergencies, Fourth Edition, offers concise and expert guidance on appropriate actions and interventions for nearly 200 common presentations. This extensively revised and updated reference is equipped with the latest equipment, devices, dosages, and techniques, ensuring swift and efficient guidance when needed. Instructional videos vividly showcase pearls and pitfalls of various procedures, providing practical insights into managing common minor emergencies.

The book adopts a practical approach to addressing common minor emergencies, offering concise and to-the-point guidance on a wide range of topics. From febrile seizures in children to foreign body removal, initial management of epistaxis, rib fractures, sacroiliac joint injection, and patellar dislocation reduction, clinicians can find comprehensive guidance on addressing these situations.

New ultrasound examples have been incorporated throughout the book, alongside new chapters on floaters, prophylaxis following sexual exposure, leg edema, piercing complications, Taser injuries, and other relevant topics. The information is presented in a highly templated format, with each topic receiving dedicated coverage of 2-3 pages. Each chapter concludes with a discussion box that provides a quick overview of clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, and other important considerations, supported by evidence.

Additionally, this edition includes access to 38 procedural videos, showcasing step-by-step procedures such as removing foreign bodies from skin, examining upper facial injuries with fractures, and more. Procedural sedation recommendations from Dr. Daniel Wolfson are also provided, offering valuable insights for managing patient comfort and safety during procedures.

The enhanced eBook version of Minor Emergencies is included with the purchase, allowing clinicians to access all the text, figures, and references from the book on various devices, enhancing their learning experience and convenience.

In summary, Minor Emergencies, Fourth Edition, serves as a valuable resource for clinicians seeking concise and expert guidance on managing non-life-threatening crises. With its comprehensive coverage, instructional videos, and practical approach, this book empowers clinicians to provide timely and effective care to patients experiencing minor emergencies, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Weight: 1352g
Dimension: 192 x 237 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323662031
Edition number: 4 ed