AACN Essentials of Critical Care Nursing

Höfundur Suzanne M. Burns; Sarah A. Delgado

Útgefandi McGraw-Hill Professional

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Print ISBN 9781264269884

Útgáfa 5

Útgáfuár 2024

10.190 kr.

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  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • Contents in Detail
  • Contributors
  • Peer Reviewers
  • Preface
  • Section I. The Essentials
  • 1. Assessment of Critically Ill Patients and Their Families
  • Assessment Framework
  • Prearrival Assessment
  • Admission Quick Check
  • Comprehensive Initial Assessment
  • Ongoing Assessment(s)
  • Patient Safety Considerations in Admission Assessments
  • Prearrival Assessment: Before the Action Begins
  • Admission Quick Check Assessment: The First Few Minutes
  • Airway and Breathing
  • Circulation and Cerebral Perfusion
  • Chief Complaint
  • Drugs and Diagnostic Tests
  • Equipment
  • Comprehensive Initial Assessment
  • Past Medical History
  • Social History
  • Physical Assessment by Body System
  • Psychosocial Assessment
  • Ongoing Assessment
  • Principles of Management
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Critical Care Assessment
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • 2. Planning Care for Critically Ill Patients and Their Families
  • Interprofessional Plan of Care
  • Planning Care through Staffing Considerations
  • Patient Safety Considerations in Planning Care
  • Prevention of Common Complications
  • Physiologic Instability
  • Venous Thromboembolism
  • Hospital-Acquired Infections
  • Pressure Injury
  • Sleep Pattern Disturbance
  • Psychosocial Impact
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Assessment of Learning Readiness
  • Strategies to Address Patient and Family Education
  • Principles for Educational Outcome Monitoring
  • Family-Centered Care
  • Receiving Assurance
  • Remaining Near the Patient
  • Receiving Information
  • Being Comfortable
  • Having Support Available
  • Family Visitation
  • Transporting the Critically Ill Patient
  • Assessment of Risk for Complications
  • Level of Care Required During Transport
  • Preparation
  • Transport
  • Transitioning to the Next Stage of Care
  • Supporting Patients and Families During the Dying Process
  • Principles of Management
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Patient and Family Needs
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Psychosocial Support
  • Sleep Deprivation
  • Transport of Critically Ill Patients
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • 3. Interpretation and Management of Basic Cardiac Rhythms
  • Basic Electrophysiology
  • Ecg Waveforms, Complexes, and Intervals
  • P Wave
  • QRS Complex
  • T Wave
  • U Wave
  • PR Interval
  • ST Segment
  • QT Interval
  • Basic Electrocardiography
  • Cardiac Monitoring
  • Determination of The Heart Rate
  • Determination of Cardiac Rhythm
  • Common Dysrhythmias
  • Rhythms Originating in the Sinus Node
  • Normal Sinus Rhythm
  • Sinus Bradycardia
  • Sinus Tachycardia
  • Sinus Dysrhythmia
  • Sinus Node Dysfunction
  • Sinus Pause and Sinus Arrest (Failure of the Sinus Node to Fire)
  • Tachycardia-Bradycardia (Tachy-Brady) Syndrome
  • Dysrhythmias Originating in the Atria
  • Premature Atrial Complexes
  • Wandering Atrial Pacemaker and Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia
  • Atrial Tachycardia
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia
  • Dysrhythmias Originating in the Atrioventricular Junction
  • Premature Junctional Complexes
  • Junctional Rhythm, Accelerated Junctional Rhythm, and Junctional Tachycardia
  • Dysrhythmias Originating in the Ventricles
  • Premature Ventricular Complexes
  • Idioventricular Rhythm and Accelerated Idioventricular Rhythm
  • Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Ventricular Fibrillation
  • Ventricular Asystole
  • Atrioventricular Blocks
  • First-Degree Atrioventricular Block
  • Second-Degree Atrioventricular Block
  • High-Grade Atrioventricular Block
  • Third-Degree Atrioventricular Block (Complete Block)
  • Temporary Pacing
  • Indications
  • Transvenous Pacing
  • Epicardial Pacing
  • Components of a Pacing System
  • Basics of Pacemaker Operation
  • Initiating Transvenous Ventricular Pacing
  • Initiating Epicardial Pacing
  • External (Transcutaneous) Pacemakers
  • Defibrillation and Cardioversion
  • Defibrillation
  • Automatic External Defibrillators
  • Cardioversion
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • 4. Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Overview
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Cardiac Output
  • Components of Cardiac Output/Cardiac Index
  • Stroke Volume and Stroke Volume Index
  • Ejection Fraction
  • Factors Affecting Stroke Volume/Stroke Volume Index
  • Blood Pressure
  • Diastolic Blood Pressure
  • Diastolic Shock Index
  • Arterial Catheters
  • Basic Components of Hemodynamic Monitoring Systems
  • Pressure Tubing
  • Pressure Transducer
  • Pressure Amplifier
  • Pressure Bag and Flush Device
  • Alarms
  • Obtaining Accurate Hemodynamic Values
  • Leveling the Transducer
  • Zeroing the Transducer
  • Ensuring Accurate Waveform Transmission
  • Pulmonary Artery Catheters
  • Obtaining and Interpreting Hemodynamic Waveforms
  • Patient Positioning
  • Interpretation
  • Artifacts in Hemodynamic Waveforms: Respiratory Influence
  • Invasive Cardiac Output Monitoring
  • Continuous Mixed and Central Venous Oxygen Monitoring
  • Monitoring Principles (Technical)
  • Selected Examples of Clinical Applications
  • Less Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Noninvasive Hemodynamic Technology
  • Noninvasive Assessment
  • Passive Leg Raise Maneuver
  • Pressure Responders
  • Peripheral Perfusion
  • Capillary Refill Time (CRT)
  • Application of Hemodynamic Parameters
  • Low Cardiac Output States
  • Left Ventricular Dysfunction
  • Hypovolemia
  • High Cardiac Output States
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring—General
  • Blood Pressure Monitoring
  • PA Catheter
  • CVP
  • SpO2
  • SvO2/ScvO2
  • ETCO2/Pa-vCO2
  • Wireless/Remote Monitoring
  • Less-Invasive CO Monitoring
  • NIRS/StO2
  • Functional Hemodynamics
  • PLR
  • Diastolic Shock Index
  • Dynamic Elastance (Pressure Responders)
  • Peripheral Perfusion
  • Peripheral Vasopressors
  • Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines (Update)
  • 5. Airway and Ventilatory Management
  • Diagnostic Tests, Monitoring Systems, and Respiratory Assessment Techniques
  • Arterial Blood Gas Monitoring
  • Venous Blood Gas Monitoring
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Assessing Pulmonary Function
  • Airway Management
  • Oropharyngeal Airway
  • Nasopharyngeal Airway
  • Laryngeal Mask Airway
  • Artificial Airways
  • Endotracheal and Tracheostomy Suctioning
  • Extubation
  • Decannulation
  • Oxygen Therapy
  • Complications
  • Oxygen Delivery
  • Basic Ventilatory Management
  • Indications
  • General Principles
  • Modes
  • Complications of Mechanical Ventilation
  • Weaning from Short-Term Mechanical Ventilation
  • Weaning from Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation
  • Respiratory Fatigue, Rest, and Conditioning
  • Wean Trial Protocols
  • Other Protocols for Use
  • Critical Pathways
  • Systematic Institutional Initiatives for the Management of the PMV Patient Population
  • Troubleshooting Ventilators
  • Nutrition
  • Communication
  • Principles of Management
  • Maximizing Oxygenation, Ventilation, and Patient-Ventilator Synchrony
  • Maintain a Patent Airway
  • Monitor Oxygenation and Ventilation Status Frequently
  • Physiotherapy and Monitoring
  • Maintain Oxygenation and Ventilatory Support at All Times
  • Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation
  • Preventing Complications
  • Maximizing Communication
  • Reducing Anxiety and Providing Psychosocial Support
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General Critical Care
  • COVID-19
  • Ventilator Management
  • Weaning from Mechanical Ventilation
  • Communication
  • Evidence-Based Resources
  • 6. Pain, Sedation, and Neuromuscular Blockade Management
  • Physiologic Mechanisms of Pain
  • Peripheral Mechanisms
  • Spinal Cord Integration
  • Central Processing
  • Responses to Pain
  • Pain Assessment
  • A Multimodal Approach to Pain Management
  • Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
  • Side Effects
  • Opioids
  • Side Effects
  • Intravenous Opioids
  • Patient-Controlled Analgesia
  • Switching from IV to Oral Opioid Analgesia
  • Epidural Analgesia
  • Epidural Opioids
  • Epidural Local Anesthetics
  • Non-Pharmacological Pain Management
  • Cutaneous Stimulation
  • Distraction
  • Imagery
  • Relaxation Techniques
  • Deep Breathing and Progressive Relaxation
  • Presence
  • Special Considerations for Pain Management in Older Adults
  • Assessment
  • Interventions
  • Principles of Pain Management
  • Sedation
  • Analgosedation
  • Reasons for Sedation
  • Goals and Management of Sedation
  • Management of Continuous Sedation
  • Sedative Medications
  • Sedation Considerations During Drug Shortages
  • Issues Related to Sedation
  • Neuromuscular Blockade
  • Neuromuscular Blocking Agents
  • Monitoring and Management
  • Principles of Management for the Use of Sedatives and Neuromuscular Blocking Agents
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Pain Management
  • Sedation and Neuromuscular Blockade
  • Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines
  • 7. Pharmacology
  • Medication Safety
  • Medication Administration Methods
  • Intravenous
  • Intramuscular or Subcutaneous
  • Oral
  • Sublingual
  • Intranasal
  • Transdermal
  • Central Nervous System Pharmacology
  • Sedatives
  • Analgesics
  • Neuromuscular Blocking Agents
  • Anticonvulsants
  • Cardiovascular System Pharmacology
  • Miscellaneous Agents
  • Parenteral Vasodilators
  • Antiarrhythmics
  • Vasodilators and Remodeling Agents
  • Vasopressor Agents
  • Inotropic Agents
  • Antibiotic Pharmacology
  • Vancomycin
  • Pulmonary Pharmacology
  • Albuterol
  • Levalbuterol
  • Ipratropium
  • Gastrointestinal Pharmacology
  • Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis
  • Acute Peptic Ulcer Bleeding
  • Variceal Hemorrhage
  • Renal Pharmacology
  • Diuretics
  • Hematologic Pharmacology
  • Anticoagulants
  • Factor Xa Inhibitors
  • Direct Thrombin Inhibitors
  • Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitor
  • Thrombolytic Agents
  • Immunosuppressive Agents
  • Cyclosporine
  • Tacrolimus (FK506)
  • Sirolimus (Rapamycin)
  • Special Dosing Considerations
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
  • Drug Disposition in Older adults
  • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General
  • Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines
  • 8. Ethical and Legal Considerations
  • Foundational Terms: Defining Ethics and Morality
  • Types of Ethical Issues
  • The Foundations for Ethical Decision Making
  • Common Ethical Theories
  • Professional Codes and Standards for Nurses
  • Rule-Based
  • Institutional Policies
  • Legal Standards
  • Principles of Ethics
  • Relationship Focused
  • Ethic of Care
  • Casuistry
  • Outcome-Based
  • Surge Capacity and Crisis Standards of Care
  • Rights
  • Building an Ethical Environment
  • Healthy Work Environments
  • Common Ethical Issues
  • Fidelity
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Veracity
  • Informed Consent
  • Shared Decision Making
  • Substitute Decision Making
  • Respect for Persons
  • End-of-Life Care
  • Informed Assent
  • Evolving Technology
  • Electronic Health Record
  • Social Media
  • Patient Advocacy
  • The Process of Ethical Analysis
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Professional Codes, Standards, and Position Statements
  • Evidence-Based Guidelines
  • Online References of Interest: Related to Legal and Ethical Considerations
  • Section II. Pathologic Conditions
  • 9. Cardiovascular System
  • Special Assessment Techniques, Diagnostic Tests, and Monitoring Systems
  • Assessment of Chest Pain
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Acute Coronary Syndromes
  • Percutaneous Coronary Interventions
  • Other Percutaneous Coronary Interventions
  • Surgical Management
  • Indications
  • Contraindications
  • Postoperative Management
  • Heart Failure
  • Sympathetic Nervous System Activation
  • Ventricular Remodeling
  • Neurohormonal Response
  • The Progression of Heart Failure
  • Principles of Management for Heart Failure
  • Shock
  • Hypertension
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General Cardiovascular
  • Coronary Revascularization
  • Acute Coronary Syndromes
  • Heart Failure
  • Hypertension
  • Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines
  • 10. Respiratory System
  • Special Assessment Techniques, Diagnostic Tests, and Monitoring Systems
  • Chest X-Rays
  • Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Bedside Ultrasonography
  • CTPA and Ventilation-Perfusion Scans
  • Chest Tubes
  • Thoracic Surgery and Procedures
  • Principles of Management for Thoracic Surgery and Procedures
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Acute Respiratory Failure
  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • Acute Respiratory Failure in the Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
  • COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)
  • Principles of Management for COVID-19 Infection
  • Acute Respiratory Failure in the Patient with Asthma
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Principles of Management for Acute Severe Asthma and Asthma Exacerbations
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Critical Care Management of Respiratory Problems
  • Chest X-Ray Interpretation
  • Coronavirus (COVID-19)
  • Evidence-Based Practice Resources
  • 11. Multisystem Problems
  • Sepsis and Septic Shock
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathogenesis
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Principles of Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock
  • COVID-19
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Principles of Management for Overdose
  • Pressure Injury
  • Pressure Injury Stages
  • COVID-19 Related Pressure Injuries
  • Principles of Management of Pressure Injury
  • Healthcare-Associated Infections
  • CAUTI
  • CLABSI
  • Selected Infectious Diseases
  • HAI Prevention
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Sepsis and Septic shock
  • Overdoses
  • Pressure Injuries
  • Healthcare-Associated Infections
  • Selected Infectious Diseases
  • 12. Neurologic System
  • Special Assessment Techniques, Diagnostic Tests, and Monitoring Systems
  • Level of Consciousness
  • Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) and the Full Outline of Unresponsiveness (FOUR) Score
  • Mental Status
  • Delirium and Dementia
  • Motor Assessment
  • Sensation
  • Cranial Nerve Assessment and Assessment of Brain Stem Function
  • Vital Sign Alterations in Neurologic Dysfunction
  • Death by Neurologic Criteria
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Computed Tomography
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Cerebral (Catheter) Angiography
  • Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Electroencephalography
  • Electromyography/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Intracranial Pressure: Concepts and Monitoring
  • Causes of Increased Intracranial Pressure
  • Cerebral Blood Flow
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Invasive Monitoring of ICP
  • Principles of Management of Increased ICP
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke
  • Hemorrhagic Stroke
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Intracerebral Hemorrhage
  • Seizures
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Principles of Management of Seizures
  • Infections of the Central Nervous System
  • Meningitis
  • Encephalitis
  • Intracranial Abscess
  • Neuromuscular Diseases
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Guillain-Barré Syndrome
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Acute Ischemic Stroke and Hemorrhagic Stroke
  • Assessment and Diagnostic Testing
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Infections of the Central Nervous System
  • Intracranial Pressure
  • Neuromuscular Diseases
  • Seizures
  • Websites with More Information about Neurological Disorders
  • 13. Hematologic and Immune Systems
  • Special Assessment Techniques, Diagnostic Tests, and Monitoring Systems
  • Complete Blood Count
  • Red Blood Cell Count
  • Hemoglobin
  • Hematocrit
  • Red Blood Cell Indices
  • Total White Blood Cell Count
  • White Blood Cell Differential
  • Platelet Count
  • Coagulation Studies
  • Additional Tests and Procedures
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Anemia
  • Immunocompromise
  • Coagulopathies
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Anemia
  • Immunocompromised Patient
  • Coagulopathy
  • 14. Gastrointestinal System
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Liver Failure
  • Acute Pancreatitis
  • Intestinal Ischemia
  • Bowel Obstruction
  • Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management
  • Surgical Procedure
  • Nutritional Support for Critically Ill Patients
  • Nutritional Requirements
  • Nutritional Case: Special Populations
  • Gastric Residual Volume
  • Aspiration as a Complication of Enteral Feeding
  • Bowel Sounds in Enterally Fed Patients
  • Complications of EN: Nausea, Vomiting, and Diarrhea
  • Osmolality or Hypertonicity of Formula
  • Diarrhea
  • Flow Rates and Hours of Infusion
  • Formula Selection
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Liver Failure
  • Acute Pancreatitis
  • Intestinal Ischemia/Bowel Obstruction
  • Nutrition
  • Online References of Interest
  • Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management
  • 15. Renal System
  • Acute Kidney Injury
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Phases
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Principles of Management of Acute Kidney Injury
  • Electrolyte Imbalances
  • Sodium Imbalance: Hypernatremia and Hyperosmolar Disorders
  • Sodium Imbalance: Hypo-Osmolar Disorders
  • Potassium Imbalance: Hyperkalemia
  • Potassium Imbalance: Hypokalemia
  • Calcium Imbalance: Hypercalcemia
  • Calcium Imbalance: Hypocalcemia
  • Magnesium Imbalance: Hypermagnesemia
  • Magnesium Imbalance: Hypomagnesemia
  • Phosphate Imbalance: Hyperphosphatemia
  • Phosphate Imbalance: Hypophosphatemia
  • Principles of Management for Electrolyte Imbalances
  • Renal Replacement Therapy
  • Access
  • Dialyzer/Hemofilters/Dialysate
  • Procedures
  • Indications for and Efficacy of Renal Replacement Therapy Modes
  • General Renal Replacement Therapy Interventions
  • Summary: Principles of Management
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General Renal and Electrolyte
  • Acute Kidney Injury
  • Renal Replacement Therapy
  • 16. Endocrine System
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Hyperglycemic States
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar
  • Acute Hypoglycemia
  • Summary: Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia
  • Pituitary Gland Function and Associated Disorders
  • Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion
  • Diabetes Insipidus
  • Summary: Pituitary Gland and DI/SIADH
  • Thyroid Gland Function and Associated Disorders
  • Hyperthyroidism and Thyroid Storm
  • Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Coma
  • Summary: Hyperthyroidism and Thyroid Storm, Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Coma
  • Adrenal Gland Function and Associated Disorders
  • Cushing Syndrome
  • Aldosteronism
  • Addison Disease and Crisis
  • Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency
  • Pheochromocytoma and Catecholamine Crisis
  • Summary: Adrenal Gland Dysfunction
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Hyperglycemia, DKA, EDKA, and HHS
  • SIADH and Diabetes Insipidus
  • Hyperthyroidism and Thyroid Storm
  • Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Coma
  • Adrenal Gland, Cushing Disease, and Pheochromocytoma
  • Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency
  • 17. Trauma
  • Specialized Assessment
  • Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Trauma Surveys
  • Diagnostic Studies
  • Mechanism of Injury
  • Physiologic Consequences of Trauma
  • Common Injuries in the Trauma Patient
  • Thoracic Trauma
  • Abdominal Trauma
  • Musculoskeletal Trauma
  • Complications of Traumatic Injury in Severe Multisystem Trauma
  • General Concepts
  • Infection, Sepsis/Septic Shock, and Multiple Organ Dysfunction
  • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • Psychological Consequences of Trauma
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General Trauma
  • Section III. Advanced Concepts
  • 18. Advanced ECG Concepts
  • The 12-Lead Electrocardiogram
  • Axis Determination
  • Bundle Branch Block
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome
  • Effects of Electrolyte Imbalances on the ECG
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hypocalcemia
  • Preexcitation Syndromes
  • Advanced Dysrhythmia Interpretation
  • Supraventricular Tachycardias
  • Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardias
  • Differentiating Wide QRS Beats and Rhythms
  • ST-Segment Monitoring
  • Measuring the ST Segment
  • Choosing the Best Leads for ST-Segment Monitoring
  • Cardiac Pacemakers
  • Evaluating Pacemaker Function
  • VVI Pacemaker Evaluation
  • DDD Pacemaker Evaluation
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Electrocardiography
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome
  • Long QT Syndrome and Brugada Syndrome
  • Dysrhythmias
  • Pacemakers
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • 19. Advanced Cardiovascular Concepts
  • Pathologic Conditions
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Valvular Heart Disease
  • Pericarditis
  • Aortic Aneurysm
  • Cardiac Transplantation
  • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Therapy
  • Ventricular Assist Devices
  • Selected Bibliography
  • General Cardiovascular
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Valvular Disorders
  • Pericarditis
  • Thoraco-Abdominal Aneurysms
  • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Therapy
  • Ventricular Assist Devices
  • Evidence-Based Practice/Guidelines
  • 20. Advanced Respiratory Concepts: Modes of Ventilation
  • Advanced Modes of Mechanical Ventilation
  • New Concepts: Mechanical Ventilation
  • Volume Control Versus Pressure Control Ventilation
  • Adaptive Support Ventilation
  • Multiple Patients on a Single Ventilator
  • Conclusion
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Mechanical Ventilation: Modes
  • Selected Vendor Web Pages
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Additional Readings
  • Multiple Patients/Ventilator Resources
  • 21. Advanced Neurologic Concepts
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Acute Spinal Cord Injury
  • Future Spinal Cord Injury Treatment
  • Brain Tumors
  • Etiology, Risk Factors, and Pathophysiology
  • Clinical Presentation
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Principles of Management of Intracranial Tumors
  • Transsphenoidal Resection of Pituitary Tumors
  • Advanced Technology
  • Invasive Monitoring of ICP
  • Brain Tissue Oxygen Monitoring
  • Summary
  • Selected Bibliography
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Brain Tumors
  • Advanced Technology: Multimodal Monitoring
  • Evidence-Based Guidelines
  • Section IV. Key Reference Information
  • 22. Normal Laboratory Reference Values
  • 23. Implementing Crisis Standards of Care
  • Examples of Conventional, Contingency and Crisis Standards of Care
  • 24. Hemodynamic Monitoring Troubleshooting Guide
  • 25. Cardiac Rhythms, ECG Characteristics, and Treatment Guide
  • Index
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