

Encephalitis
Practice Essentials Encephalitis presents as diffuse or focal neuropsychological dysfunction. Although it primarily involves the brain,...

Smoke inhalation Injury
Practice Essentials Smoke inhalation is the leading cause of death due to fires. It produces injury through several mechanisms, including...


Initial Evaluation and Management of the Burn Patient
Overview Outcomes for burn patients have improved dramatically over the past 20 years, yet burns still cause substantial morbidity and...


Ventilator Management
Introduction to Ventilator Management Intubation, with subsequent mechanical ventilation, is a common life-saving intervention in the...