ICU Pearls: A Practical Guide for Critical Care Physicians

This book is designed to provide critical care physicians with essential pearls for managing complex and high-stakes cases commonly encountered in the ICU. Organized into 11 chapters, it offers practical insights, key management strategies, and evidence-based guidelines across a wide range of critical care topics. The book covers crucial areas such as respiratory support, sepsis management, neurological emergencies, renal and electrolyte disorders, and endocrine emergencies, among others. Each chapter features real-life case scenarios, tips, pitfalls, and relevant guidelines, ensuring that healthcare providers can confidently navigate the challenges of intensive care. Whether it's managing ARDS in COVID-19 patients, handling diabetic ketoacidosis, or making ethical decisions at the end of life, this guide equips ICU doctors with the knowledge they need to deliver optimal patient care in the most demanding situations.