Author: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publisher: Incredibly Easy! Series (R)
ISBN: 9781496354990
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Get all the basic terms and treatment protocols with this colorful, fully illustrated guide to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)-clear-and-simple guidance from experts, including: Cardiac arrhythmias - recognizing and treating emergency conditions and rhythms, such as hypovolemia, hypoxia, acidosis, hypothermia, drug overdoses, cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary coronary thrombosis, and more Early management - managing the first 30 minutes of cardiac emergencies Ventilation techniques - including endotracheal intubation and use of supraglottic devices and bag-valve mask, Practicing for success - proven study strategies, quick quizzes, and an end-of-book practice test get you exam- and practice-ready. Get instant, on-the-unit support with this on-the-spot clinical reference and study guide, with dozens of diagrams, drawings, real-life patient examples, and guidance on areas including: Step-by-step direction on current interventions - including basic life support skills, adult cardiac arrest algorithm, and when and how to offer CPR, Procedure skills - indications, precautions, and safe use of devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, and peripheral and central IV line insertion, Pharmacology - the right actions, indications, dosages, and precautions for major cardiovascular drugs. Chapter features provide priceless on-the-unit clinical tips: Just the facts - quick summary of each chapter's content "Nurse Joy" and "Nurse Jake" - expert insights on cardiovascular interventions Quick quiz- multiple-choice questions at end of each chapter to help you retain knowledge, Now I get it! - real-life patient scenarios that illustrate correct ACLS interventions What to look for - tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmias Book jacket.
ACLS Review Made Incredibly Easy
Author: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publisher: Incredibly Easy! Series (R)
ISBN: 9781496354990
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Get all the basic terms and treatment protocols with this colorful, fully illustrated guide to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)-clear-and-simple guidance from experts, including: Cardiac arrhythmias - recognizing and treating emergency conditions and rhythms, such as hypovolemia, hypoxia, acidosis, hypothermia, drug overdoses, cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary coronary thrombosis, and more Early management - managing the first 30 minutes of cardiac emergencies Ventilation techniques - including endotracheal intubation and use of supraglottic devices and bag-valve mask, Practicing for success - proven study strategies, quick quizzes, and an end-of-book practice test get you exam- and practice-ready. Get instant, on-the-unit support with this on-the-spot clinical reference and study guide, with dozens of diagrams, drawings, real-life patient examples, and guidance on areas including: Step-by-step direction on current interventions - including basic life support skills, adult cardiac arrest algorithm, and when and how to offer CPR, Procedure skills - indications, precautions, and safe use of devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, and peripheral and central IV line insertion, Pharmacology - the right actions, indications, dosages, and precautions for major cardiovascular drugs. Chapter features provide priceless on-the-unit clinical tips: Just the facts - quick summary of each chapter's content "Nurse Joy" and "Nurse Jake" - expert insights on cardiovascular interventions Quick quiz- multiple-choice questions at end of each chapter to help you retain knowledge, Now I get it! - real-life patient scenarios that illustrate correct ACLS interventions What to look for - tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmias Book jacket.
Publisher: Incredibly Easy! Series (R)
ISBN: 9781496354990
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Get all the basic terms and treatment protocols with this colorful, fully illustrated guide to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)-clear-and-simple guidance from experts, including: Cardiac arrhythmias - recognizing and treating emergency conditions and rhythms, such as hypovolemia, hypoxia, acidosis, hypothermia, drug overdoses, cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary coronary thrombosis, and more Early management - managing the first 30 minutes of cardiac emergencies Ventilation techniques - including endotracheal intubation and use of supraglottic devices and bag-valve mask, Practicing for success - proven study strategies, quick quizzes, and an end-of-book practice test get you exam- and practice-ready. Get instant, on-the-unit support with this on-the-spot clinical reference and study guide, with dozens of diagrams, drawings, real-life patient examples, and guidance on areas including: Step-by-step direction on current interventions - including basic life support skills, adult cardiac arrest algorithm, and when and how to offer CPR, Procedure skills - indications, precautions, and safe use of devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, and peripheral and central IV line insertion, Pharmacology - the right actions, indications, dosages, and precautions for major cardiovascular drugs. Chapter features provide priceless on-the-unit clinical tips: Just the facts - quick summary of each chapter's content "Nurse Joy" and "Nurse Jake" - expert insights on cardiovascular interventions Quick quiz- multiple-choice questions at end of each chapter to help you retain knowledge, Now I get it! - real-life patient scenarios that illustrate correct ACLS interventions What to look for - tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmias Book jacket.
Arrhythmia Interpretation
Author: Ken Grauer
Publisher: Mosby
ISBN:
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
A unique combination of arrhythmias and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) in a single authoritative resource, this book facilitates recognition and interpretation of the most frequently encountered cardiac rhythms in ACLS and emergency cardiac care. It also covers aberrant conduction and pediatric rhythms.
Publisher: Mosby
ISBN:
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
A unique combination of arrhythmias and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) in a single authoritative resource, this book facilitates recognition and interpretation of the most frequently encountered cardiac rhythms in ACLS and emergency cardiac care. It also covers aberrant conduction and pediatric rhythms.
ACLS Study Guide
Author: Barbara Aehlert
Publisher: Mosby
ISBN:
Category : Arrhythmia
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Written in a conversational style, the 3rd edition of the ACLS Study Guide features unique, user-friendly, and easy to remember treatment algorithms - totally revised to reflect the 2005 emergency cardiac care guidelines. Full-color throughout, it offers a complete, concise overview of advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), acute coronary syndromes, and acute stroke. It also features easy-to-access information with Stop and Review quizzes in each chapter and a comprehensive pretest and posttest. New to this edition are a handy ACLS quick-reference fold-out card, a heart rate ruler, and more! In addition to being an outstanding study tool, the ACLS Study Guide, 3rd Edition is the official text for the American Safety and Health Institute ACLS certification course. For more information on ASHI courses, call 800-246-5101 or visit www.ashinstitute.com. A pretest and posttest, each containing 50 questions with answers and rationales, provide readers with opportunities to check comprehension prior to and after study. Chapter Objectives allow readers to preview the main points in each chapter. Quick Review boxes throughout the chapters and Stop and Review sections at the end of the chapters test reader comprehension of the material. Chapters 1-8 comprise a Preparatory section to provide the foundation for the case presentations in the second section. Ten case studies present real-life clinical situations enabling the reader to make decisions based on information in the Preparatory section. Consistent organization of case studies include Objective, Skills to Master, Rhythms to Master, Medications to Master, Related Text Chapters, Questions, Answers, Essential Actions, and Unacceptable Actions to aide in the study and mastery of material. Unique treatment algorithms - totally revised to reflect the 2005 emergency cardiac care guidelines - simplify the new treatment guidelines, making them easier to use and remember. Chapter on Stroke has now been expanded to include Special Resuscitation Situations. ACLS Pearl boxes contain key points and useful tips for clinical practice. Keeping it Simple boxes contain essential information in a clear and concise manner. A heart rate ruler is included to help determine heart rate while practicing ECG recognition. A 4 x 6 pocket-size quick-reference card with key ACLS algorithms is included for field-use. Vascular Access and Medications combined into one chapter to present venous circulation information with all relevant common medications used during a cardiac-related emergency.
Publisher: Mosby
ISBN:
Category : Arrhythmia
Languages : en
Pages : 612
Book Description
Written in a conversational style, the 3rd edition of the ACLS Study Guide features unique, user-friendly, and easy to remember treatment algorithms - totally revised to reflect the 2005 emergency cardiac care guidelines. Full-color throughout, it offers a complete, concise overview of advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), acute coronary syndromes, and acute stroke. It also features easy-to-access information with Stop and Review quizzes in each chapter and a comprehensive pretest and posttest. New to this edition are a handy ACLS quick-reference fold-out card, a heart rate ruler, and more! In addition to being an outstanding study tool, the ACLS Study Guide, 3rd Edition is the official text for the American Safety and Health Institute ACLS certification course. For more information on ASHI courses, call 800-246-5101 or visit www.ashinstitute.com. A pretest and posttest, each containing 50 questions with answers and rationales, provide readers with opportunities to check comprehension prior to and after study. Chapter Objectives allow readers to preview the main points in each chapter. Quick Review boxes throughout the chapters and Stop and Review sections at the end of the chapters test reader comprehension of the material. Chapters 1-8 comprise a Preparatory section to provide the foundation for the case presentations in the second section. Ten case studies present real-life clinical situations enabling the reader to make decisions based on information in the Preparatory section. Consistent organization of case studies include Objective, Skills to Master, Rhythms to Master, Medications to Master, Related Text Chapters, Questions, Answers, Essential Actions, and Unacceptable Actions to aide in the study and mastery of material. Unique treatment algorithms - totally revised to reflect the 2005 emergency cardiac care guidelines - simplify the new treatment guidelines, making them easier to use and remember. Chapter on Stroke has now been expanded to include Special Resuscitation Situations. ACLS Pearl boxes contain key points and useful tips for clinical practice. Keeping it Simple boxes contain essential information in a clear and concise manner. A heart rate ruler is included to help determine heart rate while practicing ECG recognition. A 4 x 6 pocket-size quick-reference card with key ACLS algorithms is included for field-use. Vascular Access and Medications combined into one chapter to present venous circulation information with all relevant common medications used during a cardiac-related emergency.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Manual
Author: American Heart Association
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616697723
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
20-1106
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616697723
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
20-1106
Mastering ACLS.
Author:
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 9781582553634
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Mastering ACLS, Second Edition will help health care professionals successfully complete the American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiac Life Support course and certification exam. This quick-review outline-format study guide covers the core knowledge and skills needed for ACLS—including detailed, illustrated life support techniques, core case studies, arrhythmias, defibrillation procedures, I.V. techniques, cardiovascular pharmacology, myocardial infarction, and special resuscitation situations. Now in full color, this edition features 200 illustrations and algorithms, expanded chapter quizzes, a comprehensive test, expanded information on automated external defibrillators, and additional case scenarios in the Megacode and other chapters. A new appendix reviews Basic Cardiac Life Support guidelines.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 9781582553634
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Mastering ACLS, Second Edition will help health care professionals successfully complete the American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiac Life Support course and certification exam. This quick-review outline-format study guide covers the core knowledge and skills needed for ACLS—including detailed, illustrated life support techniques, core case studies, arrhythmias, defibrillation procedures, I.V. techniques, cardiovascular pharmacology, myocardial infarction, and special resuscitation situations. Now in full color, this edition features 200 illustrations and algorithms, expanded chapter quizzes, a comprehensive test, expanded information on automated external defibrillators, and additional case scenarios in the Megacode and other chapters. A new appendix reviews Basic Cardiac Life Support guidelines.
Respiratory Care
Author: Dean R. Hess
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
ISBN: 1449656285
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1396
Book Description
A new edition of the classic text, Respiratory Care: Principles and Practice, Second Edition is a truly authoritative text for respiratory care students who desire a complete and up to date exploration of the technical and professional aspects of respiratory care. With foundations in evidence-based practice, this essential text reviews respiratory assessment, respiratory therapeutics, respiratory diseases, basic sciences and their application to respiratory care, the respiratory care profession, and much more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
ISBN: 1449656285
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1396
Book Description
A new edition of the classic text, Respiratory Care: Principles and Practice, Second Edition is a truly authoritative text for respiratory care students who desire a complete and up to date exploration of the technical and professional aspects of respiratory care. With foundations in evidence-based practice, this essential text reviews respiratory assessment, respiratory therapeutics, respiratory diseases, basic sciences and their application to respiratory care, the respiratory care profession, and much more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Instructor Manual
Author: AHA
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616690113
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Product 90-1011
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781616690113
Category : Cardiac arrest
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Product 90-1011
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide
Author: Barbara Aehlert
Publisher: Mosby/JEMS
ISBN:
Category : CPR (First aid)
Languages : en
Pages : 532
Book Description
The second edition of this study guide by popular author, Barbara Aehlert, incorporates both prehospital and hospital management of pediatric emergencies. In a concise, easy-to-read outline format, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, 2nd Edition, provides the most essential information a provider needs. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, 2nd Edition, reflects the 2000 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. It is also the approved text for the American Safety & Health Institute's (ASHI)pediatric advanced life support course. For more information on ASHI courses, call 800-246-5101 or visit www.ashinstitute.org. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. An outline format featuring bulleted lists, concise tables, and a user-friendly writing style makes this comprehensive text incredibly easy to read and understand. A Pretest and a Posttest consisting of multiple choice, true/false, fill in the blank, and essay questions tests readers' overall comprehension of the material. PALS Pearl Boxes help readers apply information covered in the text to real-life clinical situations. Sidebars contain additional information relevant to the topics covered in the chapter, giving readers an opportunity for further learning. A laminated quick reference card gives practitioners easy access to critical information in the field or hospital. This convenient card includes essential information regarding respiratory and heart rates, blood pressure, basic life support interventions, Glasgow Coma Scale, airway size and equipment selection for intubation corresponding to the Broselow Resuscitation Tape, several pediatric algorithms, and pain assessment tools. FREE quick-reference card included!
Publisher: Mosby/JEMS
ISBN:
Category : CPR (First aid)
Languages : en
Pages : 532
Book Description
The second edition of this study guide by popular author, Barbara Aehlert, incorporates both prehospital and hospital management of pediatric emergencies. In a concise, easy-to-read outline format, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, 2nd Edition, provides the most essential information a provider needs. Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, 2nd Edition, reflects the 2000 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. It is also the approved text for the American Safety & Health Institute's (ASHI)pediatric advanced life support course. For more information on ASHI courses, call 800-246-5101 or visit www.ashinstitute.org. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. An outline format featuring bulleted lists, concise tables, and a user-friendly writing style makes this comprehensive text incredibly easy to read and understand. A Pretest and a Posttest consisting of multiple choice, true/false, fill in the blank, and essay questions tests readers' overall comprehension of the material. PALS Pearl Boxes help readers apply information covered in the text to real-life clinical situations. Sidebars contain additional information relevant to the topics covered in the chapter, giving readers an opportunity for further learning. A laminated quick reference card gives practitioners easy access to critical information in the field or hospital. This convenient card includes essential information regarding respiratory and heart rates, blood pressure, basic life support interventions, Glasgow Coma Scale, airway size and equipment selection for intubation corresponding to the Broselow Resuscitation Tape, several pediatric algorithms, and pain assessment tools. FREE quick-reference card included!
Coronary Care Manual
Author: Peter L. Thompson
Publisher: Elsevier Australia
ISBN: 072953927X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 737
Book Description
A comprehensive coronary care textbook for medical, nursing and paramedic staff The Coronary Care Manual, 2nd Edition is a practical medical manual designed to assist with management of the acute coronary patient. This respected medical resource is written by a group of coronary experts, both Australian and international. Its aim is to strike a balance between a large and rapidly-changing evidence base and practical application in the Coronary Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department and the ambulance. The second edition of this important health textbook covers an extensive range of coronary care medicine, providing a handy companion for a night 'on call'. Chapter topics in the Coronary Care Manual, 2nd Edition include pathophysiology, drug and non-drug therapies and postcoronary management, with chapters organised into subsections. Completely redesigned with fresh, new artwork, this new edition of the Coronary Care Manual is organised to suit academics and medical practitioners alike.
Publisher: Elsevier Australia
ISBN: 072953927X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 737
Book Description
A comprehensive coronary care textbook for medical, nursing and paramedic staff The Coronary Care Manual, 2nd Edition is a practical medical manual designed to assist with management of the acute coronary patient. This respected medical resource is written by a group of coronary experts, both Australian and international. Its aim is to strike a balance between a large and rapidly-changing evidence base and practical application in the Coronary Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department and the ambulance. The second edition of this important health textbook covers an extensive range of coronary care medicine, providing a handy companion for a night 'on call'. Chapter topics in the Coronary Care Manual, 2nd Edition include pathophysiology, drug and non-drug therapies and postcoronary management, with chapters organised into subsections. Completely redesigned with fresh, new artwork, this new edition of the Coronary Care Manual is organised to suit academics and medical practitioners alike.
Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide
Author: Derr
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 128413699X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
The most popular pocket reference in emergency nursing - now in a new edition! The Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide has been an essential resource for physicians, paramedics, and nurses for over a decade. The Pocket Guide consolidates critical information found in desk references into a convenient 3"x5" pocket-size format that is handy enough to take with you anywhere.
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN: 128413699X
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
The most popular pocket reference in emergency nursing - now in a new edition! The Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide has been an essential resource for physicians, paramedics, and nurses for over a decade. The Pocket Guide consolidates critical information found in desk references into a convenient 3"x5" pocket-size format that is handy enough to take with you anywhere.