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Book SynopsisCurrent, comprehensive, and focused, the bestselling Oxford Handbook of Acute Medicine returns for its fourth edition.Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this trusted, quick-reference guide includes the latest evidence-based guidelines and recommended management of medical emergencies alongside new figures and clinical tips from experienced authors and a team of dedicated specialist reviewers. With a new chapter on acute medicine and the older patient, and even more distilled key points and practice tips, it is accessible to all members of the multidisciplinary team and practitioners across an even wider range of specialties. The Oxford Handbook of Acute Medicine remains the must-have resource for all those dealing with acute illness.Your practical guide to the presentation, causes, and management of the acutely ill patient, this Handbook will take you step-by-step through the management of the patient while awaiting specialist help, and beyond, with details of specialist treatm
Trade ReviewReview from previous edition Continuing on the tradition of excellence that define the Oxford Handbooks, this little book is ideal for all stages of medical training... This book is definitely one to add to your collection of core texts. * Northwing *
Table of Contents1: Cardiac emergencies 2: Respiratory emergencies 3: Gastroenterological emergencies 4: Renal emergencies 5: Shock 6: Neurological emergencies 7: Infectious diseases 8: Emergencies in HIV-positive patients 9: Endocrine emergencies 10: Haematological emergencies 11: Rheumatological emergencies 12: Dermatological emergencies 13: Psychiatric emergencies 14: Drug overdoses 15: Practical procedures 16: Differential diagnosis 17: Acute medicine and the older patient
