Haemodynamic Profiles and the Critically Ill Patient

This is a practical guide for all health care professionals working with critically ill patients. From a theoretical base, this book systematically works through the clinical application of haemodynamic profiles and potential interventions required by the critically ill.

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This book is an accessible practical guide for all health care professionals responsible for the care of critically ill patients. The book reviews cardiac anatomy and physiology before describing the use of pulmonary artery catheters and the clinical application of haemodynamic profiles, using patient case studies. Haemodynamic Profiles and the Critically Ill Patient is an important information source for nurses, medical students and junior doctors in all critical care areas.