Acute Nursing Care: Recognising and Responding to Medical Emergencies

ISBN-13: 9780273743712 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 376 str.

Ian Peate

Opis

Using a body systems approach and emphasising the central role and function of the nurse throughout, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the essential issues in acute nursing care.

Spis treści

Chapter 1: Assessment and recognition of emergencies in acute care
Chapter 2: Vulnerability in the acutely ill patient
Chapter 3: The cell and tissues
Chapter 4: Body fluids and electrolytes
Chapter 5: The patient with acute respiratory problems
Chapter 6: The patient with acute cardiovascular problems
Chapter 7: Recognition and management of cardiopulmonary arrest
Chapter 8: The patient with acute renal problems
Chapter 9: The patient with acute neurological problems
Chapter 10: The patient with acute gastro intestinal problems
Chapter 11: The patient with acute endocrine problems
Chapter 12: The patient with altered immunity and sepsis
Chapter 13: The safe transfer of acutely ill patients

O autorze

Ian Peate