The aims of the course are: learning the physiopathological principles and management of diseases and syndrome commonly admitted in intensive care requiring vital organ support
Teaching Methods
Lessons in presence, with interaction with students, particularly when clinical cases are discussed (case discussion)
Assessment Methods
oral examination
Texts
Critical Care Medicine: The Essentials and More
M.D. Marini, John J. (Autore), M.D. Dries, David J. (Autore) Editore:Lippincott Williams
Oxford Textbook of Critical Care Andrew Webb (a cura di), Derek Angus (a cura di), Simon Finfer (a cura di), Luciano Gattinoni (a cura di), Mervyn Singer (a cura di)
Oh's Intensive Care Manual, Expert Consult: 7th Edition Bersten & Soni
Contents
- Physiopathological features and management of circulatory shock (obstructive, cardiogenic and septic) - Physiopathological features and management of patients with severe brain injury - Physiopathological features and management of respiratory failure and non-invasive/invasive ventilation principles - Central venous catheterization - Blood gas analysis and acide-base balance
