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The Comatose Patient

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Gebonden, 608 blz. | Engels
| e druk, 2008
ISBN13: 9780195326260
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e druk, 2008 9780195326260
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Written by a practicing critical care neurologist, this books includes a historical overview of the concepts of consciousness and unconsciousness, principles of neurologic examination of the comatose patient including instruction of a new coma scale - the 'FOUR Score', interpretation of neuroimaging and its role in daily practice and decision making, management in the emergency room and ICU and long-term supportive care and approach to communication with family members and end-of-life decisions. It also discusses landmark legal cases and ethical problems and a chapter is devoted to the public perception of coma.

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ISBN13:9780195326260
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Gebonden
Aantal pagina's:608

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