Pulmonary Function Testing: A Practical Approach: A Practical Approach (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780763781187)

Pulmonary Function Testing: A Practical Approach, Third Edition covers the most commonly performed pulmonary function tests in an engaging and easily accessible format. This comprehensive resource is ideal for respiratory care students and is also a valuable reference for practitioners. The most commonly performed exercise tests are separated into individual chapters to allow a full overview of each test. Pulmonary Function Testing: A Practical Approach, Third Edition contains updated material including the latest guidelines and recommendations. The Third Edition also includes new expanded chapters covering Maximal Inspiratory Testing, Expiratory Pressures Testing, Pediatrics, Blood Gases, and Reference Values. This text is an ideal guide for both classroom learning and application in the clinical setting. Each chapter reviews a particular pulmonary function test or common group of tests and includes: - Relevant Physiology - Pertinent Background Information - Technical Factors - Relevant Instrumentation - Respiratory Calculations - Patient Cases - Self-assessment Questions - References Instructor Resources include an Instructor's Manual, PowerPoint Presentations, TestBank, and an Image Bank.

Author: Jack Wanger
ISBN-10: 0763781185
ISBN-13: 9780763781187
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Language: English
Published: 06/30/2011
Pages: 387
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 8.90h x 7.00w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2011 pg. 246