Acute Medicine: A Practical Guide to the Management of Medical Emergencies

About the Book

Acute Medicine: A Practical Guide to the Management of Medical Emergencies stands as a leading educational resource, meticulously updated with the latest clinical guidelines and exciting new areas of research. Edited by Mridula Rajwani, Leila Vaziri, and Ivie Gbinigie, this sixth edition provides a unique, step-by-step approach to clinical assessment that transforms complex emergency scenarios into clear, actionable protocols. By outlining key priorities during the initial acute critical period and detailing ongoing management considerations, it serves as an indispensable tool for delivering high-quality emergency and acute care.

The text adopts a strategic approach that clearly distinguishes between immediate critical interventions and post-diagnosis ongoing management, ensuring that practitioners can make rapid, informed decisions when every second counts. Beyond traditional emergency department settings, the guide explores the evolving locations of care, providing essential guidance on ambulatory care, same-day emergency care, and community-based acute care solutions like ‘hospital at home,’ reflecting the modern shift toward decentralized and patient-centered treatment models.

Key Themes & Topics Covered

• Comprehensive management protocols for hypotension, acute chest pain, respiratory failure, seizures, GI bleeding, and necrotizing fasciitis
• Modern care models including ambulatory care, same-day emergency care, and community-based acute care solutions
• Cutting-edge diagnostics featuring the latest applications of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in frontline clinical assessment
• Prioritized clinical assessment strategies that separate immediate critical interventions from ongoing management
• Broad clinical utility as a one-stop reference and revision aid for diverse healthcare practitioners

Who Should Read This?

This comprehensive guide is designed as an essential reference for physicians, residents, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates, and medical students who require a reliable, up-to-date resource for managing medical emergencies. Whether used for quick clinical consultation during shifts or as a thorough revision aid for exams and continuing education, Acute Medicine provides the structured, evidence-based guidance needed to excel in fast-paced acute care environments.

Add this essential sixth edition to your professional library and ensure you have the most current, practical guidance for managing medical emergencies at your fingertips.