Publisher's Synopsis
Comprising nearly 2000 pages, this two volume set is a complete guide to the field of emergency medicine and critical care. The second edition has been fully updated and new topics added, to provide the latest advances and information in the field. Divided into 250 chapters, the book covers all aspects of emergency medicine, from prehospital and in-hospital care, to assessment and treatment of emergencies affecting different systems of the body and different sectors of the population, time-bound emergencies such as stroke and acute coronary syndrome, infectious diseases, disaster management including mass casualties, and analytical toxicology. Authored by 250 expert authors, the comprehensive text is further enhanced by clinical photographs and figures. The book includes full online access with an added feature of short answer questions (SAQs) and multiple choice questions (MCQs), as well as extensive references, at the end of each chapter, to assist with revision and exam preparation.
