Resuscitation and stabilization of the criticallyill child

The care of the critically ill or injured child begins with timely, prompt, and aggressive resuscitation and stabilization. Ideally, stabilization should occur before the onset of organ failure in order to achieve the best possible outcomes. Resuscitation and Stabilization of the Critically Ill Child has been written by an international panel of experts to provide an in-depth review of the early recognition, resuscitation, and stabilization of the critically ill or injured child. This book is therefore an ideal reference for all involved in the management of the pediatric critically ill patient, from physicians, residents and fellows in critical care, pulmonology, cardiology and pediatriciansto specialist nurses and support personnel on the pediatric critical care unit and all medical professionals that are involved in the management of these patients. INDICE: Emergency Medical Services for Children. Pediatric CardiopulmonaryResuscitation. Supplemental Oxygen and Bag-Valve-Mask Ventilation. Assessmentand Management of the Pediatric Airway. Vascular Access. Shock: An Overview. Acute Respiratory Failure. Pediatric Transport Medicine. Withdrawal of Life Support. Brain Death. The Pathophysiology of Brain Death and Care of the Potential Organ Donor.

• ISBN: 978-1-84800-918-9
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 180
• Fecha Publicación: 01/12/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés