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Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine (Oxford Medical Handbooks)
Now in its fifth edition, the Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine is the essential rapid-reference guide to emergency medicine for everyone from junior doctors to specialist registrars, nurse practitioners, and paramedics. New and improved, the Handbook has been thoroughly revised throughout, with 100 extra illustrations and the latest guidelines and treatment advice, completely overhauled chapters on Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Paediatric emergencies, and new topics on treatment escalation, end-of-life care, and sepsis. Clear and concise, extensively updated, and packed with a host of new X-rays to aid identification and treatment, this Handbook has everything you need to thrive in the demanding world of emergency medicine today. Read more
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Now in its fifth edition, the Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine is the essential rapid-reference guide to emergency medicine for everyone from junior doctors to specialist registrars, nurse practitioners, and paramedics. New and improved, the Handbook has been thoroughly revised throughout, with 100 extra illustrations and the latest guidelines and treatment advice, completely overhauled chapters on Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and Paediatric emergencies, and new topics on treatment escalation, end-of-life care, and sepsis. Clear and concise, extensively updated, and packed with a host of new X-rays to aid identification and treatment, this Handbook has everything you need to thrive in the demanding world of emergency medicine today. Read more
| ISBN-13 | 9780198784197 |
| ISBN-10 | 0198784198 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Publication Date | October 2020 |
| Edition | 5 |
| Pages | 800 |
| Language | English |
| Dimensions | 4.17 x 1.06 x 7.32 inches |
| Weight | 1.01 pounds |
Expert Analysis & Insights
In-depth editorial assessment across key dimensions
Chapter-specific indexes at the beginning of each chapter enable fast navigation to specific topics, as noted by a reviewer who appreciated the full index. The 'capsule-sized' format and organized structure facilitate quick lookup of emergency conditions.
Good for on-the-spot reference in the ED; consider the eBook version for searchability and to avoid potential print quality issues.
Surprisingly comprehensive for its size, covering 'a lot of common and less common situations in significant depth' due to dense, concise writing. It spans both adult and paediatric emergencies, providing broad coverage of the specialty.
Adequate as a quick reference or overview, but not a definitive text; use alongside a comprehensive textbook like Rosen's or Tintinalli's for in-depth understanding.
Aligned with UK emergency medicine training, as reviewers note its usefulness for FRCEM and UK postgraduate exams, and it covers a broad range of emergency presentations expected in residency. The concise format supports rapid revision for board-style questions.
Suitable as a supplementary review for emergency medicine residents, especially those targeting UK exams, but should be complemented with up-to-date question banks and guidelines.
Offers 'precise and prescriptive' guidance with concrete steps for emergency management, including drug dosages, which is practical for hands-on application. The 'capsule-sized' format and 'easy access to cases' make it a portable tool for emergency settings.
Excellent for quick reference on medical management and disposition decisions; pair with a procedure-focused manual for technical skills.
Provides 'step-by-step guidance on presentation, investigation, diagnosis, emergency treatment, and further referral' for both adult and paediatric patients, directly applicable to emergency department workflows. Reviewers highlight that it includes 'exact treatment with correct dosages of all emergencies,' making it a useful bedside resource.
Useful for quick reference during shifts, but clinicians should cross-check critical protocols against current guidelines and local policies.
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