Fever in the Adult Patient
Chapter 12 Fever in the Adult Patient Frederick C. Blum and Michelle H. Biros Perspective Epidemiology Fever is a common presenting complaint in both pediatric and adult (aged 18-65 years)…
Blood and Blood Components
Chapter 7 Blood and Blood Components Matthew Emery Perspective The modern blood transfusion era began with discovery of the ABO red cell antigen system in the early 1900s. It was…
Respiratory distress
Most elderly patients who present with inhalation of foreign material have had a stroke whilst eating. The patient may grip the throat with one hand and the wrist with the…
Collapse and sudden illness
A decreased level of consciousness indicates that something is wrong with the brain or its fuel supply. It may be: 1 Poisoning or gross metabolic disturbance (including CO2 narcosis and hypothermia)…
The lower limb
Four four-letter words describe a structured approach to examination of the limbs: LOOK, FEEL, MOVE, X-RAY. Immediate Assessment and Management Start with the ABCs as discussed in Chapter 1. Apply…
The upper limb
Box 8.1 Upper Limb Support and Splintage Broad Arm or Triangular Sling Used to support the weight of the arm and restrict its movement. Useful for: fractures, dislocations and other painful…
Children’s problems in the emergency department
In the UK in 2012 Around 10% of children have a mental disorder Over 5% of children are disabled One in 400 children is on the child protection register (or…
Cardiac arrest and cardiac dysrhythmias
In 20% of people with cardiac arrest there is no previous history of ischaemic heart disease. The heart is a pump with an electrical controlling system. Its power supply comes…
