1. The shocked patient -- 2. The comatose patient -- 3. Chest pain -- 4. Breathlessness -- 5. Palpitation -- 6. Syncope -- 7. Seizures -- 8. Dizziness -- 9. Acute confusion -- 10. Acute headache -- 11. Weakness -- 12. Abdominal pain -- 13. Haematemesis and melaena -- 14. Diarrhoea and vomiting -- 15. Jaundice -- 16. The patient with a fever -- 17. Joint problems -- 18. Skin rashes -- 19. Back pain -- 20. Leg swelling
Summary
The first 72 hours following assessment and admission to the emergency department are crucial to a patient's care. As the medical practitioner on duty, you need good diagnostic skills and the ability to formulate a quick, safe and appropriate management plan. Making Sense of Acute Medicine is here to help
This book is the perfect introduction to accurate diagnosis for medical students, newly qualified doctors and anyone intimately involved with the delivery of acute medical care. --Book Jacket