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Special Feature: End-of-Life Care in the ICU: Perspectives on Surrogate Decision-Making and Managing Conflicts
One in 5 Americans dies in or shortly after discharge from an intensive care unit (ICU), an outcome that exposes critical care clinicians to frequent discussions that concern end-of-life care. -
Pharmacology Watch: Capping Drug Benefits — Will it Help Control Healthcare Costs?
Summary Content The STAR Trial (Tamoxifen and Raloxifene); FDA Actions -
Full July 2006 Issue in PDF
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Clinical Guidelines
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Managing Acute Decompensated Heart Failure in the Emergency Department: Part II
The treatment of acutely decompensated heart failure (ADHF) has changed dramatically in the past decade. As discussed in Part I, there is a new understanding of the pathophysiology and a significant improvement in our ability to diagnose heart failure with BNP and NT-pro BNP testing. -
Full July 24, 2006 Issue in PDF
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Noninvasive Ventilation in Pediatric Patients: Role as a Supportive Technique in the ED
There are two types of noninvasive ventilation: positive pressure and negative pressure. Negative pressure ventilation is not commonly used and will be only briefly described. -
Full August 1, 2006 Issue in PDF
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Managing Acute Decompensated Heart Failure in the Emergency Department: Part I
Heart failure (HF) continues to cause substantial morbidity and mortality in the United States, accounting for a higher portion of Medicare costs than any other disease. -
Full July 10, 2006 Issue in PDF