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Critical Care
The ICU Book, Fourth Edition, International Edition
Paul L. Marino, MD, PhD, FCCM
978-1-4511-8869-1 • October 2013 • Softbound • 7” x 10” • 1100 pp.
978-1-4511-2118-6 • North American Edition: Available in US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands only
A fundamental and respected resource book in critical care,
The ICU
Book, Fourth Edition
, continues to provide the current and practical
guidance that have made it the best-selling text in critical care. The
text addresses both the medical and surgical aspects of critical care,
delivering the guidance needed to ensure sound, safe, and effective
treatment for patients in intensive care — regardless of the specialty
focus of the unit. Traditionally available as a printed textbook, the print
version now comes with a
completely revamped
digital experience,
powered by Inkling. Viewable through a browser or as a download to
your tablet or smartphone, the digital version includes:
• The complete text with optimized navigation
• A powerful, index-based search function
• All referenced content is linked throughout for instant access
• Regular literature and commentary updates integrated into the text
Features
•
NEW!
Fully rewritten content (including eight new chapters plus a
new Appendix on drug dosing) assures readers of only the most up-
to-date and practical information available
•
NEW!
Full-color format emphasizes clinical anatomy and facilitates
visual learning
• Problem-based approach teaches critical thinking and mirrors the
decision-making process of the intensive care unit
• Expert perspectives from Dr. Marino help sharpen technique,
minimize error, and improve outcomes
• Reader-friendly format makes essential information easy to
locate and apply “Final Word” summaries at the conclusion of
each chapter highlight salient points and improve retention of key
concepts
Table of Contents
Section I:
Vascular Access
Section II:
Preventive Practices in
the ICU
Section III:
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Section IV:
Disorders of Circulatory
Flow
SectionV:
Cardiac Emergencies
SectionVI:
Blood Components
SectionVII:
Blood Components
SectionVIII:
Mechanical Ventilation
Section IX:
Acid-Base Disorders
Section X:
Renal & Electrolyte
Disorders
Section XI:
The Abdomen and Pelvis
Section XII:
Disorders of Body
Temperature
Section XIII:
Nervous System
Disorders
Section XIV:
Nutrition & Metabolism
Section XV:
Common Drug Therapies
in the ICU
Section XVI:
Toxicologic Emergencies
Section XVII:
Appendices
Appendix
…Abridged to fit