Multiple Choice Questions in Intensive Care Medicine: A Comprehensive Self-Assessment Guide

As an intensivist, staying up-to-date with the latest knowledge and practices is crucial. This book, written by Dr. Steve Benington, a practicing intensive care physician, provides a valuable resource for self-assessment and professional development.

Comprehensive Coverage of Intensive Care Medicine

The book includes 270 multiple-choice questions, divided into three papers, covering a broad range of topics in intensive care medicine, including:

• Resuscitation
• Diagnosis
• Disease management
• Organ support
• Ethical and legal aspects of practice

Question Types and Explanatory Notes

The questions are designed to test both factual knowledge and the ability to apply knowledge in clinical scenarios. The book features:

• 60 Multiple True False (MTF) questions per paper, assessing knowledge and understanding of the evidence base
• 30 Single Best Answer (SBA) questions per paper, evaluating the ability to prioritize and make decisions in complex clinical situations
• Concise and detailed explanatory notes, accompanied by references for further reading, to help reinforce learning and understanding

Peer-Reviewed and Authored by Practicing Intensivists

All authors are experienced intensive care physicians with firsthand knowledge of professional examinations in the specialty, ensuring that the questions and explanatory notes are relevant and accurate.

Who Will Benefit from This Book?

This comprehensive guide is ideal for:

• Intensive care physicians preparing for professional examinations, such as the European Diploma, American Board, and Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine
• Intensive care nurses and allied healthcare professionals seeking to update their knowledge and skills as part of continuing professional development
• Physicians sitting professional examinations in related specialties, such as general medicine, general surgery, and anesthesia, who require knowledge of intensive care medicine

This book complements the existing international best-selling title, “Multiple Choice Questions in Intensive Care Medicine”, and is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their knowledge and skills in intensive care medicine.