Drs. Ming, Siri, Gould, and Fiebig deliver a comprehensive guide to evidence-based diagnostic testing and clinical decision-making in emergency medicine. This revised third edition equips clinicians with the latest research and best practices to navigate fast-paced settings effectively.

Key strengths:

• Evidence-driven approach: Emphasizes research and clinical studies to guide decision-making, minimizing reliance on intuition alone.
• Practical focus: Clear explanations and real-world cases translate knowledge into actionable strategies for daily practice.
• Extensive coverage: Explores a wide range of emergency presentations, including cardiac, abdominal, respiratory, neurological, infectious, and traumatic issues.
• Clinical decision rules: Provides evidence-based rules to streamline diagnoses and treatment, optimizing resource allocation and patient outcomes.
• Up-to-date content: Incorporates the latest advancements in diagnostic testing, clinical practices, and evidence-based medicine, ensuring clinicians stay current.

Content highlights:

• Part I: Foundations of Evidence-Based Testing:
  • Grasping evidence-based medicine principles in emergency care.
  • Understanding diagnostic test characteristics like sensitivity, specificity, and likelihood ratios.
  • Evaluating the utility of tests in various clinical scenarios.
  • Critically appraising clinical studies and research methods.
• Part II: Evidence-Based Testing by Clinical Presentation:
  • Applying evidence-based testing to cardiac emergencies, abdominal pain, respiratory issues, neurological presentations, infectious diseases, and trauma.
  • Incorporating recent advancements in areas like COVID-19, telemedicine, and geriatric medicine.
• Part III: Advanced Topics and Future Directions:
  • Balancing cost-effectiveness with resource allocation considerations.
  • Implementing evidence-based practices in clinical settings.
  • Exploring emerging trends in diagnostic testing and decision support systems.
  • Navigating ethical considerations in evidence-based medicine.

Beyond the Summary:

This invaluable resource empowers emergency physicians, trainees, medical students, and other healthcare professionals to make informed decisions based on evidence, ultimately delivering the best possible care to their patients.