Practical Approach to Respiratory Medicine: Nurses and Paramedics

Description

The Respiratory System, at a glance, has been updated using current best practices and innovative approaches to provide a thorough update on normal lung structure, function, and associated disease. Each topic has undergone a thorough revision and is supported with understandable illustrations that capture key information. In addition, this revised version now includes more material on acid-base and its clinical implications, additional data on defense mechanisms and immunology, and online access to clinical examples and flashcards, reflecting changes to the content, teaching, and evaluation techniques utilized in medical school. A Quick Overview of the Respiratory System: • Includes the pathophysiology and clinical elements of the respiratory system; • Integrates basic and clinical science; • Ideal for integrated and systems-based courses. • Is completely updated to incorporate new medicines and the most recent practice recommendations. • Offers brand-new flashcards, MCQs, and online clinical cases. • Has a companion website with digital flashcards and interactive multiple-choice questions at www.ataglanceseries.com/respiratory.