J. S. Pooni

A guide to recognising and treating acutely ill patients at risk of further deterioration, this book includes early warning scoring systems to identify patients at risk on the ward and the key priorities for care. Students and newly qualified staff will be equipped with the skills necessary to provide prompt and effective care.

Anaphylaxis can occur for many reasons but the most important points professional medical staff need to bear in mind are relatively straightforward. Drugs like epinephrine have a marked effect in emergency situations and with training medical staff can help patients if the symptoms are recognized and acted upon.