The Abdomen in critical care Part III: ICU patient admitted due to abdominal problems

Intended Learning Outcomes


The Abdomen in critical care Part III: ICU patient admitted due to abdominal problems
Identify the patient with abdominal pathology Apply structured approach in management of common abdominal emergencies Apply modern principles for postoperative care in elective abdominal surgery


The Abdomen in critical care Part III: ICU patient admitted due to abdominal problems
1.1 Adopts a structured and timely approach to the recognition, assessment and stabilisation of the acutely ill patient with disordered physiology. 2.2 Undertakes timely and appropriate investigations 3.1 Manages the care of the critically ill patient with specific acute medical conditions. 3.7 Recognises and manages the patient with acute gastrointestinal failure.