Bibliograph

The ICU guide for families, understanding intensive care and how you can support your loved one, Lara Goitein, MD

Type

Label

The ICU guide for families, understanding intensive care and how you can support your loved one, Lara Goitein, MD

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 197-210) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The ICU guide for families

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1253440068

Responsibility statement

Lara Goitein, MD

Sub title

understanding intensive care and how you can support your loved one

Summary

"This book is for ICU patients' families, suddenly immersed in an alien and intimidating world. It clearly explains intensive care ranging from the details of the equipment and environment, to decisions about end-of-life care, focusing on how the reader can become an effective advocate for their loved one."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

The first 24 hours -- The first 3 days -- The first 2 weeks -- Common procedures for ICU patients -- COVID-19-specific issues in the ICU -- After the first 2 weeks : prolonged ICU care and big-picture decisions -- Dying in the ICU -- Surviving the ICU

Target audience

adult

resource.variantTitle

Intensive care unit guide for families

Classification