This book: reflects the everyday problems that junior ICU staff face in the management of critically ill patients; emphasizes the knowledge required to manage safely and reliably in the ICU and reinforces this using a question and answer format; includes mini tutorials explaining the recommended management options for each scenario; and helps the reader to develop the skills required to interpret data and have confidence in making critical decisions. Anaesthetists and intensive care specialists in training and practice, as well as ICU nurses and physiotherapists will find this book an essential purchase.