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SPRINGER Procedures And Protocols In The Neurocritical Care Unit (Pb 2022) by ARORA N.
This practical book covers neuro-critical care procedures performed in medical or surgical ICU and different procedures dedicated to acute neurological care.The book's format allows for quick decisions about care and protocols while treating neurologically injured patients. Divided into two sections, the first focuses on procedures. The outlines of these chapters include indication, technique, types of kits available, and challenges. The second section covers the protocols; these chapters feature flowcharts, drugs/device, doses of drugs, description of device, indication, evidence, and future prospects.This succinct guide will serve as a go-to reference for residents, fellows, intensivists, or any healthcare personnel within neuro-critical care unit. Procedure Skills:Vascular access: Peripheral, Central, Pulmonary Artery, ArterialAirway access: Endotracheal Intubation, Laryngeal Airway, Direct laryngoscopy,Bronchoscopy,Percutaneous Tracheostomy, CricothyroidotomyIntracranial Access: Camino, External Ventricular Drain, Licox, Intraventricular drug administration, Subdural drain placementThoracic Access: Thoracocentesis, Chest tube insertion, PericardiocentesisAbdominal Access: Paracentesis Spinal Access: Lumbar puncture, Intrathecal drug administrationUltrasound Skills: Transcranial Doppler, Vascular, Abdominal, Cardiac, LungProtocols:Sedation ManagementIntracranial Pressure ManagementSepsis Temperature ModulationStatus EpilepticusMechanical Ventilation and Ventilator WeaningPercutaneous Tracheostomy CareHemodynamic MonitoringVasospasm in SAH Endotracheal IntubationPhenobarbital Diabetic KetoacidosisElectrolyte managementPlasmapheresis and Intravenous Immunoglobulin