Description
Authors: Richard D. Zane, Joshua M. Kosowsky
PDF / 7.4 MB
Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2023!
“Pocket Emergency Medicine (5th Edition)” is a compact and indispensable reference designed for use by emergency medicine clinicians, including physicians, residents, and advanced practice providers. Known for its concise and clinically relevant information, this pocket-sized book focuses on practical, real-world knowledge essential for emergency settings. Authored by senior faculty and clinicians from Massachusetts General Hospital, it distills essential information into quick-reference tables and bullet points, making it easy to access in the fast-paced emergency department.
Key Features:
- Quick-Access Format: Information is presented in bullet points and organized into color-coded sections for quick reference on a variety of emergency conditions.
- Comprehensive Content: Covers a wide range of common and critical topics in emergency medicine, including trauma, toxicology, cardiac emergencies, and neurological conditions.
- Evidence-Based Recommendations: Includes the latest evidence-based guidelines and treatments, giving clinicians confidence in making informed decisions.
- Treatment Protocols and Algorithms: Provides clear, step-by-step treatment protocols, flowcharts, and algorithms for efficient clinical decision-making.
- Practical Procedures Guide: This guide offers tips on performing common emergency procedures, such as intubation, central line placement, and wound care.
- Ideal Size for On-the-Go Use: It is designed to fit into a lab coat pocket, making it an easy reference tool for busy clinicians in high-demand settings.
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Niva –
Awesome for Emergency Medicine Clinical rotations. Well written & concise. A highly recommended handy dandy reference for a 4th year EM clerkship.
Georgi –
Great resource when little else is available.
Able to carry with you.
Sourav Mukherjee –
it’s not designed for deep dives, so if you’re looking for a detailed reference, you might want something more comprehensive. But for quick guidance, it’s hard to beat
Dinorah –
This book is amazing for fast paced shifts where you need immediate guidance.
Nora –
The layout is intuitive, so I can find what I need in seconds. It’s perfect for those moments when I need a fast answer or a refresher on treatment protocols
Karim.Soubhi –
Highly recommended for anyone working in emergency care!
sodesumanth –
It has everything you need to manage typical cases in the ER without going into overwhelming detail.
John –
Great product for quick reference!
Niva –
Great
Dogity –
Super handy