Sheehy’s Manual of Emergency Care

Sheehy’s Manual of Emergency Care (8th Edition) is the definitive clinical reference for emergency nurses who require fast, accurate, and evidence-based guidance in high-pressure emergency department settings. Authored by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), this trusted manual reflects the collective expertise and standards of one of the leading authorities in emergency nursing practice.

Designed for rapid consultation at the point of care, the book is organized in a clear, quick-reference format that supports efficient clinical decision-making. Each condition is presented with concise coverage of signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, priority interventions, developmental and age-specific considerations, and patient education, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centered care.

The fully updated eighth edition introduces expanded and timely content addressing the evolving demands of emergency care. New and enhanced topics include critical care management in the emergency department, care considerations for transgender patients, violent risk assessment, identification and response to human trafficking, expanded substance abuse–related emergencies, and updated infectious disease guidance, including COVID-19 and Ebola.

Practical, authoritative, and clinically focused, Sheehy’s Manual of Emergency Care supports safe, effective, and consistent emergency nursing practice across diverse patient populations. It is an essential resource for emergency nurses, advanced practice providers, and clinicians committed to delivering high-quality care in today’s complex and rapidly changing emergency care environment.