The essential problem-oriented guide to all diseases and conditions that present to the emergency department -- now updated and expanded!
A Doody's Core Title!
- Concise, accurate coverage of common emergency problems, organized by organ system/anatomic region -- and ideally suited to the fast-paced ED
- Cohesive priority-based and problem-based organization that reviews special aspects of emergency medicine… the management of common emergency problems… traumatic emergencies… and non-trauma emergencies
- Extensive, at-a-glance algorithms to facilitate quick management and diagnosis
- Comprehensive table of drugs commonly used in the ED
- Exceptional illustrations, including useful ultrasound and CT images
SIXTH EDITION FEATURES:
- NEW chapter on syncope
- NEW chapter on seizure
- NEW chapter on gastrointestinal emergencies
- NEW chapter on neurologic emergencies
- Updates of all chapters to reflect the most current, practical information on the diagnosis and treatment of emergency conditions
"Overall, this is a very useful book and a fabulous review of emergency medicine topics....I could see using this as a quick reference either on the job or after coming home from a shift for a quick read. The sections on seizures and syncope justify the new edition. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service (1995 Australian Yachtsman of the Year )
About the Author
C. Keith Stone, MD, Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine, Texas A&M University System Health Sciences Center.
Roger Humphries, MD, Residency Program Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
