A fundamental and respected resource book in critical care, The ICU Book, Fourth Edition, continues to provide the current and practical guidance that have made it the best-selling text in critical care. The text addresses both the medical and surgical aspects of critical care, delivering the guidance needed to ensure sound, safe, and effective treatment for patients in intensive care─regardless of the specialty focus of the unit. Traditionally available as a printed textbook, the print version now comes with a completely revamped digital experience. Viewable through a browser on PC and Mac or as a download to your iOS tablet or smartphone, the digital version includes:
　　　ㆍ　The complete text with optimized navigation
　　　　　A powerful, index-based search function
　　　　　All referenced content is linked throughout for instant access
　　　ㆍ　Regular literature and commentary updates integrated into the text
　　　ㆍ　The ability to share notes with friends and colleagues


　Key Features
　　　ㆍ　Problem-based approach teaches critical thinking and mirrors the decision-making process of the intensive care unit
　　　ㆍ　Expert perspectives from Dr. Marino help sharpen technique, minimize error, and improve outcomes
　　　ㆍ　Reader-friendly format makes essential information easy to locate and apply
　　　ㆍ　"Final Word" summaries at the conclusion of each chapter highlight salient points and improve retention of key concepts


　NEW to the Fourth Edition
　　　ㆍ　Fully rewritten content (including eight new chapters) assures readers of only the most up-to-date and practical information available
　　　ㆍ　Full-color format emphasizes clinical anatomy and facilitates visual learning
　　　　　Additionally, this publication is included on the ANCC: American Nurses Credentialing Center’s reference list

Section I: Vascular Access
　　1. Vascular Catheters
　　2. Central Venous Access
　　3. The Indwelling Vascular Catheter

Section II: Preventive Practices in the ICU
　　4. Occupational Exposures
　　5. Alimentary Prophylaxis
　　6. Venous Thromboembolism

Section III: Hemodynamic Monitoring
　　7. Arterial Blood Pressure
　　8. The Pulmonary Artery Catheter
　　9. Cardiovascular Performance
　　10. Systemic Oxygenation

Section IV: Disorders of Circulatory Flow
　　11. Hemorrhage and Hypovolemia
　　12. Colloid & Crystalloid Fluids
　　13. Acute Heart Failure(s)
　　14. Inflammatory Shock Syndromes

Section V: Cardiac Emergencies
　　15. Tachyarrhythmias
　　16. Acute Coronary Syndromes
　　17. Cardiac Arrest

Section VI: Blood Components
　　18. Erythrocyte Transfusions
　　19. Platelets & Plasma

Section VII: Blood Components
　　20. Hypoxia & Hypercapnia
　　21. Oximetry & Capnography
　　22. Oxygen Inhalation Therapy
　　23. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
　　24. Asthma & COPD in the ICU

Section VIII: Mechanical Ventilation
　　25. Positive-Pressure Ventilation
　　26. Modes of Ventilatory Support
　　27. Specialized Ventilatory Support
　　28. The Ventilator-Dependent Patient
　　29. Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
　　30. Discontinuing Mechanical Ventilation

Section IX: Acid-Base Disorders
　　31. Acid-Base Evaluations
　　32. Metabolic Acidosis
　　33. Metabolic Alkalosis

Section X: Renal & Electrolyte Disorders
　　34. Oliguria & Acute Kidney Injury
　　35. Sodium & Water Imbalance
　　36. Potassium
　　37. Magnesium
　　38. Calcium & Phosphorus

Section XI: The Abdomen and Pelvis
　　39. Pancreatitis & Liver Failure
　　40. Abdominal Sources of Sepsis
　　41. Urinary Tract Infection

Section XII: Disorders of Body Temperature
　　42. Thermoregulatory Disorders
　　43. Fever in the ICU

Section XIII: Nervous System Disorders
　　44. Disorders of Mentation
　　45. Disorders of Movement
　　46. Acute Stroke & Related Disorders

Section XIV: Nutrition & Metabolism
　　47. Nutritional Requirements
　　48. Enteral Nutrition
　　49. Parenteral Nutrition
　　50. Adrenal & Thyroid Dysfunction

Section XV: Common Drug Therapies in the ICU
　　51. Analgesia & Sedation
　　52. Antimicrobial Therapy
　　53. Vasoactive Drugs

Section XVI: Toxicologic Emergencies
　　54. Pharmaceutical Drug Overdose
　　55. Nonpharmaceutical Intoxications

Section XVII: Appendices
　　Appendix 1. Units and Conversions
　　Appendix 2. Selected Reference Ranges
　　Appendix 3. Measures of Test Performance
　　Appendix 4. Drug Dosing in Renal Failure