Ketamine

Capture immediate attention with a concise, authoritative resource on a drug reshaping modern practice. Ketamine by Keith G. Rasmussen delivers a clear, practical compass for clinicians and healthcare leaders navigating ketamine’s expanding roles across anesthesia, psychiatry, and pain management.

This book combines rigorous pharmacology with real-world clinical insight—covering mechanism of action, routes of administration, safety considerations, patient selection, and the evolving evidence base for treatment-resistant depression, acute pain, and procedural sedation. Rasmussen balances scientific depth with accessible explanations so both seasoned anesthesiologists and multidisciplinary teams (psychiatrists, emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants) can apply lessons immediately in practice settings across the United States, Europe, and beyond.

Readers will appreciate step-by-step guidance on monitoring, adverse-effect mitigation, and integrating ketamine into care pathways while staying aligned with regulatory and ethical considerations. Case vignettes and clinical pearls illuminate complex decisions without drowning in jargon, making the text ideal for clinicians, trainees, and clinical administrators planning service development or quality improvement initiatives.

Practical, evidence-informed, and internationally relevant, Ketamine is the go-to reference for anyone aiming to use ketamine safely and effectively in contemporary care. Whether you’re updating clinical protocols, preparing a service, or deepening your therapeutic understanding, this book equips you with the knowledge and confidence to move forward.

Order your copy today to bring concise, actionable expertise on ketamine into your practice and improve patient care outcomes.

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