Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease

Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease,9th Edition provides the fundamental knowledge and understanding required to successfully assess and treat patients with respiratory diseases. It emphasizes clinical scenarios and critical thinking skills, with an overview of boxes highlighting the clinical manifestations for each disease. Case studies provide realistic examples of the respiratory therapy practitioner's role, and end-of-chapter self-assessment questions and answer keys are available on the companion Evolve website.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 672 pages
Publication date: 08 May 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease,9th Edition is a comprehensive guide that provides essential knowledge and understanding for successfully assessing and treating patients with respiratory diseases. This foundation helps practitioners learn how to systematically gather relevant clinical data, make objective evaluations, identify desired outcomes, formulate assessment plans, design safe, appropriate, and effective treatment strategies, and document all the steps involved. By gaining this knowledge, practitioners will be able to understand the effectiveness of performing therapies and when to adjust them to achieve desired outcomes.

The book emphasizes clinical scenarios and critical thinking skills, preparing practitioners for real-world practice. It focuses on assessment and Therapist Driven Protocols (TDPs), providing an overview of clinical manifestations for each disease. The content is logically organized and written at a user-friendly, approachable reading level, making it easy to use and understand. Case studies offer realistic examples of the respiratory therapy practitioner's role in successful patient care, while end-of-chapter self-assessment questions and answer keys are available on the companion Evolve website.

New features in the 9th Edition include Clinical Connection boxes that provide real-world clinical case studies in relevant chapters, an updated design with additional tables, boxes, and figures to highlight key information, and updated information on SARS and COVID-19, including ventilators, usage, and protocols that reflect current practice. QR codes in most chapters direct to additional outside content, such as audio sounds and animations, to enhance the chapter's content.

In conclusion, Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease,9th Edition is a valuable resource for respiratory therapy practitioners seeking to improve their knowledge and skills in assessing and treating patients with respiratory diseases. Its comprehensive coverage, emphasis on clinical scenarios, and practical approach make it an essential tool for practitioners in the field.

Weight: 1310g
ISBN-13: 9780323871501
Edition number: 9 ed