The Washington Manual® Internship Survival Guide

by De Fer, Thomas M.; Faller, Bryan A.; Gada, Hemal; Lubner, Sam J.

• ISBN13: 9780781793605
• ISBN10: 0781793602
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-04-04
• Publisher: LWW

Summary

Written by former Washington University residents, this small quick-reference pocket book contains all the essential information that interns need from day one on the wards, including ACLS algorithms, useful formulas, patient notes, top ten workups, common calls/complaints, and common consultative questions in all subspecialties. Content includes vital pointers on what not to miss, when to refer/call for help, triage, cross-covering, and working with difficult patients. This edition has been thoroughly updated to be consistent with the most current medical practices. It also includes a rapid-access, detachable pocket card with step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations of procedures. The Washington Manual(R) is a registered mark belonging to Washington University in St. Louis to which international legal protection applies. The mark is used in this publication by LWW under license from Washington University.

Table of Contents

Keys to Survival	p. 1
ACLS Algorithms	p. 2
Accumulating Your War Chest	p. 5
Useful Formulas	p. 10
Triage	p. 15
Cross-Coverage	p. 17
Patient and Staff Relations	p. 20
Admissions	p. 27
Daily Assessments	p. 33
Other Notes of Importance	p. 36
Discharges	p. 39
Top Ten Workups	p. 41
Common Calls and Complaints	p. 66
Pain Control	p. 74
Therapeutic Considerations	p. 78
Tools of the Trade (Fluids, Electrolytes, Electrocardiography, Radiology)	p. 86
Approach to Consultation	p. 124
Guide to Procedures	p. 187
Critical Care Notes	p. 194
Final Touches	p. 204
Index	p. 208
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