The Beginners Guide To Intensive Care A Handbook For Junior Doctors And Allied Professionals 2Ed (Pb 2018) Paperback

This bedside handbook offers a practical and straightforward introduction to managing acute illnesses in the intensive care unit (ICU), making it ideal for all clinical staff, especially those new to the environment. Professor Julian Bion emphasizes in the Foreword that it provides an excellent starting point for anyone working in acute care and a strong base for those pursuing a career in intensive care medicine (ICM). Thoroughly updated for its second edition, this resource addresses recent and upcoming advancements across various areas of intensive care. It's now organized into user-friendly sections with clearly defined learning objectives. New topics include sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), refractory hypoxia, the crucial role of allied health professionals, post-intensive care syndrome and follow-up care, and the complexities of consent and capacity, including the latest Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) guidance. Authored by globally recognized experts and edited by experienced consultants in intensive care medicine, this book aims to demystify the ICU for junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals encountering this demanding setting for the first time.