The second edition of the book Step by Step (R) Critical Care has been expanded to some extent to include some important medical and surgical problems that arise in critical care unit. The object of the book remains the same to provide a concise yet comprehensive guide to critical care practice. It is designed to be used for rapid reference. The book is thoroughly revised and updated, an amazing book which highlights the importance and need of the 'human-touch' for patients who are in dire need of clinical care. Comprehensive in nature but multifaceted in approach, the contents are tailormade to cover all types of critical cases under one roof. Each disease discussed with relevant aspects of day-to-day care thereby manifold in ways of diagnosis. The book teaches through textual support and concise coverage of critical care medicine.