Color Atlas of Emergency Department Procedures

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Saunders, 2005 - Medical - 205 pages
This brand-new book offers virtual hands-on experience to over 65 emergency procedures, allowing readers to rehearse them over again in their mind-then perform them on demand correctly. Colour drawings of each procedure that illuminate relevant anatomical structures and their relationship to each new step paired with full-colour photographs provide a realistic clinical view of the identical anatomy. Plus, each step is accompanied by concise text, allowing the illustrations and photographs to guide clinicians effortlessly through the procedure.
  • Presents step-by-step, side-by-side full-color illustrated guidance.
  • Uses a standard chapter organization for quick reference.
  • Offers a brief description of each procedure.
  • Features bulleted lists of clinical indications, oft-overlooked contraindications, and potential complications.
  • Displays the essential equipment needed to perform the procedure.
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Contents

Arthrocentesis
1
Central Vein Catheterization
15
Compartment Pressure Measurement
27
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