Children in intensive care - Joanna H. Davies

The needs of critically ill children are unique and this handy pocket book will be invaluable to anyone who needs a quick account of intensive care procedures.
It brings together all the vital information in one source and in an accessible format.

The text is organised by body systems and gives helpful hints on managing children with various conditions.
Tables of normal values are included and additional information is provided about equipment needed in a paediatric emergency.

the information is clearly laid out and so is readily accessible
lightweight, pocket sized and easy to use in a clinical setting
written by British authors - nothing quite like it on the market
covers equipment needed in a paediatric emergency
helpful hints on managing a range of patients with various conditions
brings together information not readily available in one book

step by step chest x-ray interpretation including abnormalities
non-invasive ventilation and capnography
differentiation of upper airway obstruction
new surgical options for very complex cardiac defects.
diagrams of the recommended ways to move children with a suspected neck/head injury
a chapter on child protection
general features of common childhood illnesses