The only respiratory care text devoted exclusively to patient assessment! By performing a thorough patient assessment, you'll be able to assist physicians in the decision-making process regarding treatment, in evaluating the treatment's effectiveness, and in determining if changes in the treatment need to be made. The book's comprehensive approach covers all of the most important aspects and topics of assessment. This edition is streamlined to emphasize learning objectives. And you can prepare for the CRT exam more effectively with the new NBRC Exam Matrix Correlation Guide! INDICE: 1. Preparing for the Patient Encounter 2. The Medical History and the Interview 3. Cardiopulmonary Symptoms 4. Vital Signs 5. Fundamentals of Physical Examination 6. Neurologic Assessment 7. Clinical Laboratory Studies 8. Interpretation of Blood Gases 9. Pulmonary Function Testing 10. Chest Imaging 11. Electrocardiography 12. Neonatal and Pediatric Assessment 13. Older Patient Assessment 14. Monitoring in Critical Care 15. Vascular Pressure Monitoring 16. Cardiac Output Measurement 17. Bronchoscopy 18. Nutritional Assessment 19. Sleep and Breathing Assessment 20. Home Care Patient Assessment 21. Documentation Appendix A: Answer Key Glossary
- ISBN: 978-0-323-10029-8
- Editorial: Mosby
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 544
- Fecha Publicación: 17/04/2013
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés