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Adult ICU Quick Reference Guide
Adult ICU Quick Reference Guide
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The Adult ICU Quick Reference Guide provides a summary of critical care ultrasound protocols for assessing various cardiac and pulmonary parameters in adult patients. The guide includes techniques such as subcostal and apical views for evaluating parameters like IVC distensibility, LV septal thickness, Ejection fraction, and RVSP. It also covers assessments for shock, diastolic functions, and pericardial effusions. The document outlines different views and measurements for assessing different pathologies and conditions like tricuspid regurgitation, aortic stenosis, and pleural effusions. Additionally, it highlights the use of ultrasound in evaluating obstetric emergencies like severe preeclampsia. The guide also includes a classification system for hemorrhage and shock severity based on blood loss, vital signs, and level of consciousness. The glossary includes abbreviations and terms used in the document for quick reference. Overall, the guide serves as a comprehensive resource for healthcare providers in the intensive care setting for the assessment and management of critically ill adult patients.
Keywords
critical care ultrasound
cardiac assessment
pulmonary assessment
IVC distensibility
ejection fraction
pericardial effusions
tricuspid regurgitation
obstetric emergencies
hemorrhage classification
intensive care
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