Initial Ventilator Setup
Initial Ventilator Setup Warren Isakow The initiation of mechanical ventilation is a critical period during the course of a patient’s stay in the intensive care unit. The clinician is encouraged…
CRITICAL CARE
Introduction to Shock
Introduction to Shock Marin H. Kollef Shock is a common problem in the intensive care unit, requiring immediate diagnosis and treatment. It is usually defined by a combination of hemodynamic…
Pulmonary System
Pulmonary System A-A Gradient The A-a gradient indicates whether gas transfer is normal and gives an idea of how well oxygen is moving from the alveoli to the arterial blood….
Gastrointestinal and Urinary Systems
Gastrointestinal and Urinary Systems Anatomy: Digestive System Figure. The digestive tract. Anatomy: Liver Function (see also Hepatic Encephalopathy, p. 232; Hepatic Failure, p. 232; Bilirubin in Part 9, p. 340)…
Cardiovascular System
Cardiovascular System Ablation (see also Electrophysiology Studies, p. 106; Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, p. 165) Based on results of electrophysiology studies, ablation therapy may be used to eliminate an accessory pathway in…
Drugs, Doses, Tables
Drugs, Doses, Tables Abciximab (Reopro) ABCIXIMAB is a GP IIb/IIIa inhibitor, used as an adjunct to PTCA or atherectomy to prevent acute cardiac ischemia complications in patients at high risk…
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous Aldrete Scoring System A scale commonly used to determine when postsurgical patients can be safely discharged from the Post Anesthesia Recovery Unit. Aldrete Scoring System Assessment Postprocedure Aldrete Scoring…
Hematologic and Immune Systems
Hematologic and Immune Systems Aids AIDS is an infectious disease caused by human T-cell lymphotrophic Type III virus (HTLV-III). It is an acquired deficiency of the body’S immune system. The…
