“Modern Concepts and Practices in Cardiothoracic Critical Care” is a comprehensive textbook aimed at a college audience, covering the latest research and current issues in intensive cardiovascular care. Authored by Gregory E. Kerr, the book includes chapters on safety, ethics, and specific surgical techniques, making it an essential reference for medical professionals and students alike. With illustrations and 859 pages, this hardcover publication explores topics such as patient care, preoperative assessments, pharmacology, surgical technologies and techniques, postoperative patient monitoringyy, and best practices in cardiothoracic critical care.