Rapid Response Events in the Critically Ill

Careful monitoring of at-risk patients, early intervention, and timely escalation to the critical care unit from a general ward has been shown to improve patient clinical outcomes. Thefirst text of its kindin this important area,Rapid Response Events in the Critically Ill: A Case-Based Approach to Inpatient Medical Emergenciesis designed to help yourecognize the fundamental signs of deteriorationin patients on medical wards and ensure that transfer is made to the ICUbefore the development of adverse clinical outcomes. Using ahighly effective teaching approachpreferred by both residents and fellows, this innovative text links theory to practice with a brief review of clinical cases sourced from various academic centers.