Pocket Tutor Understanding ABGs and Lung Function Tests

Pocket Tutor series provides practical guidance on subjects that medical students and foundation doctors need help with, at a highly-affordable price. Topics reflect information needs stemming from todays integrated undergraduate and foundation courses, and the highly-structured, bite-size content helps novices combat the 'fear factor associated with day-to-day clinical training. The second edition features new sections on capillary blood gases, venous blood gases, obesity, and all illustrations now in full color.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 180 pages
\n Publication date: 31 August 2019
\n Publisher: JP Medical Ltd
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The Pocket Tutor series offers invaluable guidance on essential medical subjects, tailored specifically for medical students and foundation doctors who require assistance 'on the go' at an affordable price. These titles are designed to reach a wide audience, including those participating in modular courses or working on attachments. The topics covered in the series reflect the evolving information needs stemming from today's integrated undergraduate and foundation courses.

Common presentations: The Pocket Tutor series provides comprehensive coverage of common presentations encountered in medical practice. It offers detailed explanations of symptoms, signs, and diagnostic approaches, empowering students and junior doctors to confidently handle these situations.

Investigation options: The series explores a range of investigation options, including electrocardiography (ECG), imaging, and other diagnostic tools. It provides practical guidance on interpreting test results, interpreting normal findings, and identifying abnormal patterns, aiding in the diagnosis and management of clinical disorders.

Clinical and patient-orientated skills: The Pocket Tutor series emphasizes the development of clinical and patient-oriented skills. It covers essential aspects such as examinations, history-taking, and communication, equipping students and junior doctors with the necessary tools to provide effective patient care.

The highly structured and bite-size content of the series is designed to address the challenges faced by novice medical professionals. It breaks down complex concepts into manageable sections, making it easier for students to grasp and retain information. The content is presented in a logical and sequential manner, incorporating relevant basic science knowledge and understanding normal results. It then delves into clinical disorders, illustrating them with representative test results and concise accompanying text that clearly identifies the defining features of the results.

In the fully updated second edition of the series, new sections have been added to cover capillary blood gases, venous blood gases, obesity, and all illustrations have been rendered in full color. This edition ensures that readers stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field, enhancing their understanding and clinical proficiency.

By providing practical guidance, comprehensive coverage, and user-friendly content, the Pocket Tutor series is an essential resource for medical students and foundation doctors seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in a convenient and cost-effective manner. Whether they are in the classroom, on rotation, or in clinical practice, these titles offer valuable insights and support to help them succeed in their medical journey.

\n Weight: 180g\n
Dimension: 178 x 110 x 9 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781909836853\n
Edition number: 2 New edition\n