Description
This critical care transport text offers a unique focus on the critical care patient in transit, addressing the needs of flight and ground transport registered nurses, paramedics, and those preparing for certification exams such as CFRN®, CTRN®, FP-C©, and CCP-C®. Authored by the esteemed Air and Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA), this comprehensive guide is backed by the expertise of a leading body representing transport nurses worldwide, making it an indispensable resource in the evolving landscape of critical care transport.- Coverage of injuries commonly encountered in flight and ground nursing includes pathophysiology, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation discussions- Part I covers critical care medicine and Part II covers selected patient populations- Meets the needs of all healthcare providers dedicated to expert care delivery in transport, including nurses, paramedics, physicians, respiratory therapists, pilots, mechanics, and communication specialists- Real-life scenarios with updated technology demonstrate how to apply concepts to scenarios like those seen in practice- Focus on the interprofessional and collaborative nature of transport emphasizes the importance of teamwork in ensuring successful patient outcomes- Evolve companion website with 200 certification-style questions provides valuable exam review and practice
Table of Contents
Section I: Critical Care Medicine1. Hematologic System2. Vascular System3. Renal Failure4. Psychiatric Disorders5. Immunologic Disorders6. Ethics and Wellness7. Neurologic Emergencies8. Cardiovascular Emergencies9. Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices in Transport10. Pulmonary Emergencies11. Abdominal Emergencies12. Metabolic, Endocrine, and Electrolyte Disturbances13. Infectious and Communicable Diseases14. Heat- and Cold-Related Emergencies15. Toxicological Emergencies16. Gynecologic and Obstetric EmergenciesSection II: Selected Patient Populations17. Care and Transport of the Newborn18. Care and Transport of the Pediatric Patient19. Care and Transport of the Geriatric Patient20. Care and Transport of the Bariatric Patient
