Complications of Acute Stroke - A Concise Guide to Prevention, Recognition, and Management (Paperback)

Awareness and preparedness for potential complications in the aftermath of acute stroke is as important as initial treatment to achieve good clinical outcomes. Complications of Acute Stroke: A Concise Guide to Prevention, Recognition, and Management is the first book to focus exclusively on specific post-acute stroke complications that require timely and urgent attention. This practical, evidence-based guide is written for clinicians who provide in-hospital care to stroke patients and covers the broad range of medical and neurological issues that may manifest in the first 24 to 72 hours following ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. This book will assist neurologists, neurosurgeons, intensivists, hospitalists, and other team members in the optimal management of acute stroke patients. It provides a roadmap for assessing risk and monitoring, recognizing, and managing emergent problems that can lead to neurological deterioration or worsening. Chapters by specialists on the frontlines are formatted with structured headings that detail pathophysiology, preventive measures, identification, and management strategies. For quick and targeted reference at the point of care, boxed "Key Points", tables, flowcharts or algorithms, and associated imaging are also included. Key Features: Practical guide to identify complications in acute stroke patients Easy to understand description of the pathophysiology underlying various complications Structured format for quick access to essential content Three-pillar approach of prevention, recognition, and effective management Detailed prevention strategies and treatment interventions for each complication Includes free digital access to the book on your mobile devices or computer

General

Imprint:	Springer Publishing Company
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2019
Authors:	Reza Behrouz • Lee A. Birnbaum
Dimensions:	128 x 205 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	250
ISBN-13:	978-0-8261-2354-1
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Neurology & clinical neurophysiology Books > Medicine > Surgery > Neurosurgery Books > Medicine > Nursing & ancillary services > Nursing > Intensive care nursing Books > Academic & Education > Varsity Textbooks > Nursing
LSN:	0-8261-2354-6
Barcode:	9780826123541

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