Section 1: Prehospital Care
Chapter 1: Emergency Medical Services
Chapter 2: Prehospital Equipment
Chapter 3: Air Medical Transport
Chapter 4: Mass Gatherings
Section 2: Disaster Management
Chapter 5: Disaster Preparedness
Chapter 6: Natural Disasters
Chapter 7: Bomb, Blast, and Crush Injuries
Chapter 8: Chemical Disasters
Chapter 9: Bioterrorism
Chapter 10: Radiation Injuries
Section 3: Resuscitation
Chapter 11: Sudden Cardiac Death
Chapter 12: Approach to Nontraumatic Shock
Chapter 13: Approach to Traumatic Shock
Chapter 14: Allergy and Anaphylaxis
Chapter 15: Acid-Base Disorders
Chapter 16: Blood Gases, Pulse Oximetry, and Capnography
Chapter 17: Fluids and Electrolytes
Chapter 18: Cardiac Rhythm Disturbances
Chapter 19: Pharmacology of Antiarrhythmics and Antihypertensives
Chapter 20: Pharmacology of Vasopressors and Inotropes
Chapter 21: Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Section 4: Resuscitative Procedures
Chapter 22: Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Chapter 23: Defibrillation and Electrical Cardioversion
Chapter 24: Cardiac Resuscitation
Chapter 25: Resuscitation in Pregnancy
Chapter 26: Post–Cardiac Arrest Syndrome
Chapter 27: Ethical Issues of Resuscitation
Chapter 28: Noninvasive Airway Management and Supraglottic Airways
Chapter 29A: Tracheal Intubation
Chapter 29B: Mechanical Ventilation
Chapter 30: Surgical Airways
Chapter 31: Vascular Access
Chapter 32: Hemodynamic Monitoring
Chapter 33: Cardiac Pacing and Implanted Defibrillation
Chapter 34: Pericardiocentesis
Section 5: Analgesia, Anesthesia, and Procedural Sedation
Chapter 35: Acute Pain Management
Chapter 36: Local and Regional Anesthesia
Chapter 37: Procedural Sedation and Analgesia in Adults
Chapter 38: Chronic Pain
Section 6: Wound Management
Chapter 39: Wound Evaluation
Chapter 40: Wound Preparation
Chapter 41: Wound Closure
Chapter 42: Face and Scalp Lacerations
Chapter 43: Arm, Forearm, and Hand Lacerations
Chapter 44: Thigh, Leg, and Foot Lacerations
Chapter 45: Soft Tissue Foreign Bodies
Chapter 46: Puncture Wounds and Bites
Chapter 47: Postrepair Wound Care
Section 7: Cardiovascular Disease
Chapter 48: Chest Pain
Chapter 49: Acute Coronary Syndromes
Chapter 50: Cardiogenic Shock
Chapter 51: Low-Probability Acute Coronary Syndrome
Chapter 52: Syncope
Chapter 53: Acute Heart Failure
Chapter 54: Valvular Emergencies
Chapter 55: Cardiomyopathies and Pericardial Disease
Chapter 56: Venous Thromboembolism Including Pulmonary Embolism
Chapter 57: Systemic Hypertension
Chapter 58: Pulmonary Hypertension
Chapter 59: Aortic Dissection and Related Aortic Syndromes
Chapter 60: Aneurysmal Disease
Chapter 61: Arterial Occlusion
Section 8: Pulmonary Disorders
Chapter 62: Respiratory Distress
Chapter 63: Hemoptysis
Chapter 64: Acute Bronchitis and Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Chapter 65: Community-Acquired Pneumonia, Aspiration Pneumonia, and Noninfectious Pulmonary Infiltrates
Chapter 66: Lung Empyema and Abscess
Chapter 67: Tuberculosis
Chapter 68: Pneumothorax
Chapter 69: Acute Asthma and Status Asthmaticus
Chapter 70: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Section 9: Gastrointestinal Disorders
Chapter 71: Acute Abdominal Pain
Chapter 72: Nausea and Vomiting
Chapter 73: Disorders Presenting Primarily With Diarrhea
Chapter 74: Constipation
Chapter 75: Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Chapter 76: Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Chapter 77: Esophageal Emergencies
Chapter 78: Peptic Ulcer Disease and Gastritis
Chapter 79: Pancreatitis and Cholecystitis
Chapter 80: Hepatic Disorders
Chapter 81: Acute Appendicitis
Chapter 82: Diverticulitis
Chapter 83: Bowel Obstruction
Chapter 84: Hernias
Chapter 85: Anorectal Disorders
Chapter 86: Gastrointestinal Procedures and Devices
Chapter 87: Complications of General Surgical Procedures
Section 10: Renal and Genitourinary Disorders
Chapter 88: Acute Kidney Injury
Chapter 89: Rhabdomyolysis
Chapter 90: End-Stage Renal Disease
Chapter 91: Urinary Tract Infections and Hematuria
Chapter 92: Acute Urinary Retention
Chapter 93: Male Genital Problems
Chapter 94: Urologic Stone Disease
Chapter 95: Complications of Urologic Procedures and Devices
Section 11: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chapter 96: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Chapter 97: Abdominal and Pelvic Pain in the Nonpregnant Female
Chapter 98: Ectopic Pregnancy and Emergencies in the First 20 Weeks of Pregnancy
Chapter 99: Comorbid Disorders in Pregnancy
Chapter 100: Maternal Emergencies After 20 Weeks of Pregnancy and in the Peripartum Period
Chapter 101: Emergency Delivery
Chapter 102: Vulvovaginitis
Chapter 103: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Chapter 104: Breast Disorders
Chapter 105: Complications of Gynecologic Procedures
Section 12: Pediatrics
Chapter 106: Emergency Care of Children
Chapter 107: Neonatal and Pediatric Transport
Chapter 108: Resuscitation of Neonates
Chapter 109: Resuscitation of Children
Chapter 110: Pediatric Trauma
Chapter 111: Minor Head Injury and Concussion in Children
Chapter 112: Cervical Spine Injury in Infants and Children
Chapter 113: Intubation and Ventilation of Infants and Children
Chapter 114: Vascular Access in Infants and Children
Chapter 115: Pain Management and Procedural Sedation for Infants and Children
Chapter 116: Neonatal Emergencies and Common Neonatal Problems
Chapter 117: Brief Resolved Unexplained Events and Apparent Life-Threatening Events
Chapter 118: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Chapter 119: Fever and Serious Bacterial Illness in Infants and Children
Chapter 120: Meningitis in Infants and Children
Chapter 121: Ear and Mastoid Disorders in Infants and Children
Chapter 122: Eye Emergencies in Infants and Children
Chapter 123: Nose and Sinus Disorders in Infants and Children
Chapter 124: Mouth and Throat Disorders in Infants and Children
Chapter 125: Neck Masses in Infants and Children
Chapter 126: Stridor and Drooling in Infants and Children
Chapter 127: Wheezing in Infants and Children
Chapter 128: Pneumonia in Infants and Children
Chapter 129: Congenital and Acquired Pediatric Heart Disease
Chapter 130: Syncope, Dysrhythmias, and ECG Interpretation in Children
Chapter 131: Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Dehydration in Infants and Children
Chapter 132: Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy in Infants and Children
Chapter 133: Acute Abdominal Pain in Infants and Children
Chapter 134: Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Infants and Children
Chapter 135: Urinary Tract Infection in Infants and Children
Chapter 136: Pediatric Urologic and Gynecologic Disorders
Chapter 137: Renal Emergencies in Children
Chapter 138: Seizures in Infants and Children
Chapter 139: Headache in Children
Chapter 140: Altered Mental Status in Children
Chapter 141: Pediatric Orthopedic Emergencies
Chapter 142: Rashes in Infants and Children
Chapter 143: Sickle Cell Disease in Children
Chapter 144: Hematologic Emergencies in Infants and Children
Chapter 145: Oncologic Emergencies in Infants and Children
Chapter 146: Metabolic Emergencies in Infants and Children
Chapter 147: Diabetes in Children
Chapter 148: The Child With Special Healthcare Needs
Chapter 149: Behavioral Disorders in Children
Chapter 150: Child Abuse and Neglect
Section 13: Infectious Diseases
Chapter 151: Sepsis
Chapter 152: Soft Tissue Infections
Chapter 153: Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 154: Serious Viral Infections
Chapter 155: Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Chapter 156: Endocarditis
Chapter 157: Tetanus
Chapter 158: Rabies
Chapter 159: Malaria
Chapter 160: Food and Waterborne Illnesses
Chapter 161: Zoonotic Infections
Chapter 162: Global Travelers
Chapter 163: Occupational Exposures, Infection Control, and Standard Precautions
Section 14: Neurology
Chapter 164: Neurologic Examination
Chapter 165: Headache
Chapter 166: Spontaneous Subarachnoid and Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Chapter 167: Stroke Syndromes
Chapter 168: Altered Mental Status and Coma
Chapter 169: Ataxia and Gait Disturbances
Chapter 170: Vertigo
Chapter 171: Seizures and Status Epilepticus in Adults
Chapter 172: Acute Peripheral Neurologic Disorders
Chapter 173: Chronic Neurologic Disorders
Chapter 174: Central Nervous System and Spinal Infections
Chapter 175: Central Nervous System Procedures and Devices
Section 15: Toxicology
Chapter 176: General Management of Poisoned Patients
Chapter 177: Cyclic Antidepressants
Chapter 178: Atypical and Serotonergic Antidepressants
Chapter 179: Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
Chapter 180: Antipsychotics
Chapter 181: Lithium
Chapter 182: Barbiturates
Chapter 183: Benzodiazepines
Chapter 184: Nonbenzodiazepine Sedatives
Chapter 185: Alcohols
Chapter 186: Opioids
Chapter 187: Cocaine and Amphetamines
Chapter 188: Hallucinogens
Chapter 189: Salicylates
Chapter 190: Acetaminophen
Chapter 191: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
Chapter 192: Methylxanthines and Nicotine
Chapter 193: Digitalis Glycosides
Chapter 194: Beta-Blockers
Chapter 195: Calcium Channel Blockers
Chapter 196: Antihypertensives
Chapter 197: Anticonvulsants
Chapter 198: Iron
Chapter 199: Hydrocarbons and Volatile Substances
Chapter 200: Caustic Ingestions
Chapter 201: Pesticides
Chapter 202: Anticholinergics
Chapter 203: Metals and Metalloids
Chapter 204: Industrial Toxins
Chapter 205: Vitamins and Herbals
Chapter 206: Antimicrobials
Chapter 207: Dyshemoglobinemias
Section 16: Environmental Injuries
Chapter 208: Cold Injuries
Chapter 209: Hypothermia
Chapter 210: Heat Emergencies
Chapter 211: Bites and Stings
Chapter 212: Snakebite
Chapter 213: Marine Trauma and Envenomation
Chapter 214: Diving Disorders
Chapter 215: Drowning
Chapter 216: High-Altitude Disorders
Chapter 217: Thermal Burns
Chapter 218: Chemical Burns
Chapter 219: Electrical and Lightning Injuries
Chapter 220: Mushroom Poisoning
Chapter 221: Poisonous Plants
Chapter 222: Carbon Monoxide
Section 17: Endocrine Disorders
Chapter 223: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 224: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 225: Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Chapter 226: Ketoacidotic Syndromes
Chapter 227: Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
Chapter 228: Hypothyroidism and Myxedema Crisis
Chapter 229: Hyperthyroidism and Thyroid Storm
Chapter 230: Adrenal Insufficiency
Section 18: Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders
Chapter 231: Anemia and Polycythemia
Chapter 232: Hemostasis
Chapter 233: Acquired Bleeding Disorders
Chapter 234: Clotting Disorders
Chapter 235: Hemophilias and von Willebrand’s Disease
Chapter 236: Sickle Cell Disease and Hereditary Hemolytic Anemias
Chapter 237: Acquired Hemolytic Anemia
Chapter 238: Transfusion Therapy
Chapter 239: Thrombotics and Antithrombotics
Chapter 240: Emergency Complications of Malignancy
Section 19: Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat, and Oral Disorders
Chapter 241: Eye Emergencies
Chapter 242: Ear Disorders
Chapter 243: Face and Jaw Emergencies
Chapter 244: Nose and Sinuses
Chapter 245: Oral and Dental Emergencies
Chapter 246: Neck and Upper Airway
Chapter 247: Complications of Airway Devices
Section 20: Dermatology
Chapter 248: Initial Evaluation and Management of Skin Disorders
Chapter 249: Generalized Skin Disorders
Chapter 250: Skin Disorders: Face and Scalp
Chapter 251: Skin Disorders: Trunk
Chapter 252: Skin Disorders: Groin and Skinfolds
Chapter 253: Skin Disorders: Extremities
Section 21: Trauma
Updated! Chapter 254: Trauma in Adults
Chapter 255: Trauma in the Elderly
Chapter 256: Trauma in Pregnancy
Chapter 257: Head Trauma
Chapter 258: Spine Trauma
Chapter 259: Trauma to the Face
Chapter 260: Trauma to the Neck
Chapter 261: Pulmonary Trauma
Chapter 262: Cardiac Trauma
Chapter 263: Abdominal Trauma
Chapter 264: Trauma to the Flank and Buttocks
Chapter 265: Genitourinary Trauma
Chapter 266: Trauma to the Extremities
Section 22: Orthopedics
Chapter 267: Initial Evaluation and Management of Orthopedic Injuries
Chapter 268: Injuries to the Hand and Digits
Chapter 269: Wrist Injuries
Chapter 270: Elbow and Forearm Injuries
Chapter 271: Shoulder and Humerus Injuries
Updated! Chapter 272: Pelvis Injuries
Chapter 273: Hip and Femur Injuries
Chapter 274: Knee Injuries
Chapter 275: Leg Injuries
Chapter 276: Ankle Injuries
Chapter 277: Foot Injuries
Chapter 278: Compartment Syndrome
Section 23: Musculoskeletal Disorders
Chapter 279: Neck and Back Pain
Chapter 280: Shoulder Pain
Chapter 281: Hip and Knee Pain
Chapter 282: Systemic Rheumatic Diseases
Chapter 283: Nontraumatic Disorders of the Hand
Chapter 284: Joints and Bursae
Chapter 285: Soft Tissue Problems of the Foot
Section 24: Psychosocial Disorders
Chapter 286: Mental Health Disorders: ED Evaluation and Disposition
Chapter 287: Acute Agitation
Chapter 288: Mental Health Disorders of the Elderly
Chapter 289: Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Chapter 290: Psychoses
Chapter 291: Eating Disorders
Chapter 292: Substance Use Disorders
Section 25: Abuse and Assault
Chapter 293: Female and Male Sexual Assault
Chapter 294: Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse
Chapter 295: Abuse of the Elderly and Impaired
Section 26: Special Situations
Chapter 296: Injection Drug Users
Chapter 297: The Transplant Patient
Chapter 298: The Patient With Morbid Obesity
Chapter 299: The Transgender Patient
Chapter 300: Palliative Care
Chapter 301: Death Notification and Advance Directives
Updated! Chapter 302: Military Medicine
Updated! Chapter 303: Legal Issues in Emergency Medicine