Table of Contents
Acknowledgment ................................................................................................................... i
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Table of Contents .................................................................................................................. ii
Chapter One: Shock ............................................................................................................. 1
Introduction ................................................................................................. 1
Classification .............................................................................................. 1
Patho Physiology of Shock ......................................................................... 2
Management of Shock ................................................................................ 3
Complications of Shock .............................................................................. 4
Chapter Two: Fluid and Electolytes ..................................................................................... 5
Introduction ................................................................................................. 5
Normal Distribution of Body Fluids .............................................................. 5
Disturbances of Fluid and Electrolytes ........................................................ 7
Acid – Base Balance ................................................................................... 12
Review Questions ....................................................................................... 15
References .................................................................................................. 16
Chapter Three: Blood Transfusion ....................................................................................... 17
Indications for Blood Transfusion ............................................................... 17
Compatibility Tests ...................................................................................... 17
Component Therapy ................................................................................... 18
Review Questions ....................................................................................... 21
References .................................................................................................. 22
Chapter Four: Pre-Operative and Post-Operative Care ...................................................... 23
Introduction ................................................................................................. 23
General Consideration ............................................................................... 23
Assessment and Minimization of Surgical Risks ........................................ 24
Post-Operative Care, Complications and Their Treatment ......................... 26
Post Operative Intestinal Obstruction ......................................................... 31
Hematoma, Abscess and Seromas ............................................................ 33
Review Questions ....................................................................................... 34
References .................................................................................................. 35
Chapter Five: Aseptic and Antisepic Techniques ................................................................ 36
Introduction ................................................................................................. 36
Choice of Antiseptic ................................................................................... 37
Review Questions ....................................................................................... 41
References .................................................................................................. 42
Chapter Six: Suture Materials and Suturing ................................... [Show Less]