A complete guide to the entire field of respiratory medicine-with all-new content and a streamlined new design
First published in 1980, Fishman's Pulmonary Diseases & Disorders is the classic reference through which pulmonary physicians have gained a commanding look at the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases and disorders. Edited by the world's foremost authorities, Fishman's Pulmonary Diseases & Disorders covers exactly what you need to know about lung diseases and their management, including sleep-disordered breathing, COPD, emphysema, and lung cancer, as well as new technological advances and imaging techniques.
This unparalleled two-volume resource begins with a compelling overview of up-to-date clinical perspectives, along with the scientific basis of lung function health and disease. It then provides turnkey information on everything from respiratory disease signs and symptoms, to obstructive lung diseases, occupational and environmental disorders, and specific respiratory conditions such as infections diseases of the lungs and acute respiratory failure.
New to the 4th Edition:
Information on recent advancements in many clinically relevant areas of pulmonary medicine
Update to the infectious diseases chapters that reflect current practice guidelines and recent antimicrobial developments
Clearer connection between fundamental science concepts and clinical applications, which reflect current scientific research
Latest information on sleep disorders
Review of recent recommendations of the American Thoracic Society and European Respiratory Society for the accurate interpretation of pulmonary function tests
Appendices that include a respiratory questionnaire, normal values, and commonly used terms & symbols
The perfect companion to Physical Diagnosis Secrets! Now you can hear the sounds you are studying by listening to an audio CD in this popular heart and lung sounds workshop. A full spectrum of heart and lung sounds has been recorded from actual patients and interspersed into a lively and informative lecture format. Dr. Mangione walks you through approximately 25 cases, asking you questions about the sounds you are hearing, explaining the answers, and presenting guidelines and helpful tips on interpretation and analysis. The sounds can be accessed either by listening to the complete program or by selecting coverage of specific sounds. Accompanied by a 32-page manual.
Product Description: Since publication of the third edition of this popular text, significant changes have occurred in physical therapy education. In keeping with these changes, this new fourth edition corresponds exactly with the Practice Patterns of the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice. Readers will find a completely transformed and rewritten text, with chapter-by-chapter coverage of each practice pattern - making this book unique in the field. This newly integrated and up-to-date book will be the text of choice for an entire generation of physical therapists the world over. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.
Remains a world-wide leader in its field, providing comprehensive and authoritative information on all aspects of cardiopulmonary physical therapy.
Covers structure and function, pathology, medications, medical tests and measures, and common imaging techniques.
Includes practical information on electrocardiographic interpretation, pharmacology, changes with aging, and evaluation and treatment skills.
Completely revised and restructured throughout, with integrated cardiac and pulmonary coverage that provides a more cohesive understanding of how the body functions.
Corresponds exactly with the practice patterns and current scope of practice as outlined in the Guide, keeping the therapist current with the APTA standard of care, and making this edition almost an entirely new book.
Includes case studies that feature essentials of the APTA's clinical practice patterns - real-life situations that focus on functional disabilities.
Contains eight totally new chapters that describe common cardiopulmonary examination and intervention skills, based largely on identified items from the Guide.
Provides updated and more complete information on pharmacology, promoting safe and effective use of drugs by understanding drug reactions.
Features totally revised and updated reference sections in all chapters.
NEW Evolve companion website provides readers with additional teaching and learning tools.
Product Description: Revised edition of: Stedman's Cardiology Words, c1993. Reference for medical transcriptionists, editors, etc. Includes terms unique to the cardiology and pulmonary specialties. Fully cross-indexed. Softcover. Trim size: 8.5 x 5.5 inches.
Product Description: Providing a clear and comprehensive discussion of the principles of perinatal and pediatric respiratory care, this basic text and authoritative reference emphasizes clinical application. Thoroughly revised and expanded, this second edition reflects areas of growing importance and includes many new chapters that cover state-of-the-art treatment modalities, important areas of critical care, and major diseases. Rearranged into five distinct sections, the text has been streamlined to better organized topics, expand upon important areas, and eliminate repetitive and redundant information.
The Cleveland Clinic Intensive Review of Pediatrics focuses specifically on preparation for the American Board of Pediatrics certification and recertification exams. It is written primarily by distinguished Cleveland Clinic faculty who conduct the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's successful and popular annual Pediatric Board Review Symposium. The book is organized into subspecialty sections, each of which ends with a board simulation chapter. Chapters include numerous bulleted lists, tables, and illustrations. Two mock board exams appear at the end of the book. This edition includes more dermatology and cardiology information and more full-color dermatology and ophthalmology illustrations.
Respiratory Physiology: A Clinical Approach offers a fresh new take on learning physiology in a systems-based curriculum. Written by renowned and dynamic educators and featuring interactive animations, it integrates functional anatomy, physiology, and pathology to build a conceptual understanding of respiratory system function. Emphasis is on elements of respiratory physiology that are crucial to understanding and managing clinical problems. Respiratory Physiology: A Clinical Approach offers the following features: / Writing style is clear, concise, reader-friendly, and conversational. / A unique approach shows students how material fits together in the context of the respiratory system. / Clinical correlations are integrated throughout the book to emphasize the application of knowledge to medical practice. / Interactive animations are provided via accompanying CD and free student access on the Web. The animations illustrate clinical concepts described in the book, so students can actually see the effects of physiologic changes. / Thought Questions are placed throughout each chapter to make learning more interactive, requiring students to test their ability to integrate the information presented. / "Putting It Together" sections use clinical scenarios to highlight key concepts covered in the chapter. These sections appear at the end of each chapter. / Special chapters unique to this type of monograph are featured, such as "Form and Function," "Respiratory Sensations," and "Exercise Physiology: A Tale of Two Pumps."
Pathology of Asbestos-Associated Diseases from: Springer 5 used from $109.00 14 Thirdparty New from $138.97 Edition: 2nd ed. Media: Hardcover EAN: 9780387200903 ISBN: 0387200908 Number Of Pages: 424 Publication Date: 2004-03-04 Publisher: Springer
Product Description:
Pathology of Asbestos-Associated Diseases integrates the newest research and advances in its discussion of asbestos-induced diseases. Organized in 13 chapters, the book begins with background information on the mineralogy of asbestos, occupation and environmental exposure to asbestos, and asbestosis. A detailed discussion on mesothelioma includes a historical background, addresses etiologic considerations and epidemiology, pathologic features, differential diagnosis and treatment and prognosis. Guidelines for assessing and identifying asbestos-associated carcinomas of the lung, including histopathology and differential diagnosis, are discussed. The text also addresses the explosion of research in the area of molecular biology and the abundance of information bearing on the mechanisms by which asbestos causes disease. Chapters also cover cytopathology and experimental models of asbestos-related diseases. The diseases associated with asbestos have significant medico-legal implications, and there are two chapters dedicated to addressing the issue. More than 190 illustrations complement the text. An invaluable reference for the pathologist, pulmonologist, radiologist, and occupational medical practitioner interested in asbestos-related disease as well as malpractice attorneys needing an understanding of asbestos, the diseases it induces, prognosis and clinical implications.
Product Description: This comprehensive, yet concise tool provides a direct approach to differential diagnosis for the 23 most common radiologic patterns of chest disease. CT and HRCT are used to confirm the pattern, show anatomic distribution of the disease, and make a specific diagnosis. Each pattern is introduced with radiographs followed by a series of questions, tables of differential diagnosis, and discussions of the most likely diseases to present with such a pattern. Discussions emphasize the importance of clinical correlation to narrow down the differential diagnosis.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES:
Emphasizes plain film patterns, with CT, MR, and other important modalities included where appropriate.
Begins each chapter with a quiz or illustrated case and provides the answers at the end of the chapter.
Summarizes key points at the end of each chapter.
Presents the pitfalls of plain film radiography, and indications for CT, HRCT, biopsy, and other procedures.
NEW FEATURES:
Updates and expands coverage on lung cancer, tuberculosis, and AIDS.
Revises discussions of perception/analysis of plain film observations.
Product Description: This comprehensive clinical textbook examines all aspects of respiratory medicine. The editors take a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of patients with the full range of pulmonary disorders, making this your ideal source for reference in clinical practice. Fully revised, this essential volume includes new chapters on PET imaging, implications of genetic research, oxygen therapy, and rehabilitation. Now an Expert Consult title, it comes with access to the complete contents of the book online, including all of the books images, downloadable for use in presentations.
Provides complete clinical coverage so you can Better manage and treat patients with pulmonary disease.
Uses templated, clinical chapters for consistent, concise, essential information.
Includes coverage that reflects the way you practice medicine today with critical information relevant to everyday practice.
Utilizes diagnostic algorithms to help you find critical information and at a glance.
Includes new chapters on PET imaging, implications of genetic research, oxygen therapy, and rehabilitation to keep you up to date.
Includes access to the complete contents of the book online, including all of the books images, downloadable for use in presentations.
