This is the premier evidence-based textbook in critical care medicine. The Third Edition
features updated and revised chapters numerous new references streamlined content and new
chapters on key topics such as the new paradigm in critical care medicine cardiac output
monitoring surgical optimization vital signs and arterial blood gas analysis. The book
maintains the author's trademark humor and engaging writing style and is suitable for a broad
and diverse audience of medical students residents fellows physicians nurses and
respiratory therapists who seek the latest and best evidence in critical care. From reviews of
previous editions: This is an excellent introduction to the concept of evidence-based
medicine...The writing is clear logical and highly organized which makes for fast and
enjoyable reading. I believe this book will get daily use in most intensive care units by a
wide range of readers. -Respiratory Care This is one of the most comprehensive handbooks on
critical care medicine with a strong emphasis on evidence base...Overall this book should be
useful for junior doctors or intensive care trainees who are starting their term in an
intensive care unit. -Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
