Emergency Nursing Secrets

Part of the nursing Secrets Series®, Emergency Nursing Secrets, 2nd Edition is written in a question-and-answer format, providing concise information in an easy-to-use layout. This comprehensive resource is designed for both new and experienced emergency nurses and provides a wealth of helpful "pearls" or "secrets" of practice. Logically organized for quick access to key information, this book is divided into four main sections: Practice Topics, Chief Complaints, Trauma Care, and Special Populations.

• Written by experts in the field of emergency nursing
• The 100 Top Secrets are listed in the front of book for quick reference
• Key Points boxes in each chapter outline important information for at-a-glance access
• Internet Resources boxes offer readers additional information via the Internet

• Four new chapters on Resuscitation Issues, Endocrine Emergencies, Hematologic Emergencies, and Drug and Alcohol Impaired Patients
• Expanded coverage of bioterrorism and weapons of mass destruction in the Emergency Preparedness chapter