Intensive Care Aftercare, 1e - Softcover

Griffiths B.Sc, Richard D.

 
9780750649834: Intensive Care Aftercare, 1e

Synopsis

A much needed guide to detailed follow up and focused care of patients following a stay on the intensive care unit Looks at the longer term residual effects of critical illness, including disability, functionality and specific disorders and problems Includes practical information on running an aftercare programme, including where, when, how and who Focuses not only on the patient but also on the needs of the relatives Written for the multidisciplinary hospital and community teams

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Synopsis

The editors have pioneered an 'intensive care aftercare' programme which provides follow-up and rehabilitation care for these patients, either whilst recovering on a general ward or at home.

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