Core Textbook of Respiratory Care Practice


Book Description

Combining the expertise of 20 professionals, this book pulls together principles of respiratory therapy, places them in context of broader care concepts, and should help students develop analytical problem solving skills.




Respiratory Care Anatomy and Physiology


Book Description

Perfect for both practicing therapists and students in respiratory therapy and associated professions, this well-organized text offers the most clinically relevant and up-to-date information on respiratory applied anatomy and physiology. Content spans the areas of basic anatomy and physiology of the pulmonary, cardiovascular, and renal systems, and details the physiological principles underlying common therapeutic, diagnostic, and monitoring therapies and procedures. Using a clear and easy-to-understand format, this text helps you take a more clinical perspective and learn to think more critically about the subject matter. Open-ended concept questions require reasoned responses based on thorough comprehension of the text, fostering critical thinking and discussion. Clinical Focus boxes throughout the text place key subject matter in a clinical context to connect theory with practice. Chapter outlines, chapter objectives, key terms, and a bulleted chapter summary highlight important concepts and make content more accessible. Appendixes contain helpful tables and definitions of terms and symbols. NEW! Chapter on the physiological basis for treating sleep-disordered breathing clarifies the physiological mechanisms of sleep-disordered breathing and the various techniques required to treat this type of disorder. NEW! Reorganization of content places the section on the renal system before the section on integrated responses in exercise and aging to create a more logical flow of content. NEW! More Clinical Focus scenarios and concept questions provide additional opportunities to build upon content previously learned and to apply new information in the text.




Clinical Practice in Respiratory Care


Book Description

tart your students off with everything they need! This practical introduction to the clinical practice of respiratory care presents thorough yet concise coverage of all the essentials. Based on explanation and application of the AARC's latest Clinical Practice Guidelines, the text provides the most current information available. Numerous objectives, examples, cases and problems offer the reader many opportunities for goal-setting, critical thinking and self-assessment. The glossaries and list of references promote further study. All students in the field of respiratory care will benefit from this comprehensive, reliable guide




Respiratory Care Exam Review - E-Book


Book Description

This title includes additional digital media when purchased in print format. For this digital book edition, media content is not included. Respiratory Care Exam Review: Review for the Entry Level and Advanced Exams, 3rd Edition, readies students with review materials for both the CRT and RRT exams! The material is presented in an outline format for efficient studying, with special boxes included in the chapter to highlight important information that is often included in the exam. New content has been added to the 3rd edition, including the latest updates to the NBRC content outlines implemented in 2009 and 2010. Be fully prepared with this comprehensive text! Respiratory Therapy exam review designed to provide students with a complete, hands-on review for both the NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentialing exams. The material is presented in a detailed outline format, and each chapter includes a pre-test and post-chapter questions. Answers and rationales for both pre- and post-testing are located in the back of the book. Book includes two practice exams. One practice exam for each exam (CRT & RRT) is located in the back of the book. Answer keys with rationales for correct and incorrect answers are available on the Evolve Web site. The NBRC complexity levels of each question are indicated in the answer key to help the student better prepare for the actual exam. Every chapter has been thoroughly revised to incorporate the newest (2009) NBRC Examination content outlines that were implemented in 2009 (CRT) and 2010 (RRT). Unique! Exam Notes highlight special notes or instructions specific to either the entry level (CRT) or advanced exam (RRT) to help students use their study time more effectively. Other key information relevant to the respiratory therapist is featured in specially shaded boxes. Completely updated to reflect the newest NBRC Examination content outlines, with new information on: stress testing, oxygen titration with exercise, aterial line insertion, influenza vaccines and ventilator-associated pneumonia protocols. Additional practice test questions with rationales added to both entry level and advanced practice exams provide rationales and detailed explanation for every question on the exam.




Respiratory Care


Book Description

A new edition of the classic text, is for respiratory care students who desire a complete and up to date exploration of the technical and professional aspects of respiratory care. With foundations in evidence-based practice, this resource reviews respiratory assessment, respiratory therapeutics, respiratory diseases, basic sciences and their application to respiratory care, the respiratory care profession, and much more. Edited and authored by leading experts, it incorporates the latest information on the practice of respiratory care into a well-organized, reader-friendly guide to help students learn to develop care plans, critical thinking skills, strong communication and patient education skills, and the clinical leadership skills needed to succeed. This text provides essential information in a practical and manageable format for optimal learning and retention. Features include Clinical Practice Guidelines, Key Points, and Respiratory Recaps to help students apply knowledge to practice and retain key information, as well as hundreds of glossary terms with clear definitions, and concise explanations of important concepts and equations. Also includes full color photos and illustrations, and content cross-referencing the NBRC examination matrices.




Essentials of Respiratory Care - E-Book


Book Description

- Completely updated to reflect the significant advancements in the field of respiratory care - Reflects the required core content of the most recent National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) examination matrix, ensuring the most up-to-date competency requirements for certification - Features new chapters on ventilatory management for obstructive pulmonary disease, adult respiratory distress syndrome, NIPPV, tracheal gas insufflation, prone positioning, and liquid ventilation - A redesigned format provides easier navigation through the text




Handbook of Respiratory Care


Book Description

Handbook of Respiratory Care, Third Edition of this comprehensive resource compiles a wide variety of data relevant to the care of patients with respiratory disorders as well as current research in pulmonary physiology. Data from many sources in the fields of medicine, pharmacology, physics, mathematics, and engineering are brought together in this handy reference. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book is missing some of the images or content found in the physical edition.




Green's Respiratory Therapy


Book Description

Respiratory therapy programs are demanding and rigorous, and many students find themselves struggling to pass their exams. The key to your success as a student is in being able to understand the foundational material upon which everything else is built. This is the one book that will provide the success in any respiratory therapy curriculum.




Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care


Book Description

Learn the principles and skills you'll need as a respiratory therapist! Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 12th Edition provides a solid foundation in respiratory care and covers the latest advances in this ever-changing field. Known as "the bible for respiratory care," this text makes it easy to understand the role of the respiratory therapist, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters correlate to the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices, preparing you for clinical and exam success. Written by noted educators Robert Kacmarek, James Stoller, and Albert Heuer, this edition includes new chapters on heart failure as well as ethics and end-of-life care, plus the latest AARC practice guidelines. Updated content reflects the newest advances in respiratory care, preparing you to succeed in today's health care environment. UNIQUE! Mini-Clinis provide case scenarios challenging you to use critical thinking in solving problems encountered during actual patient care. Decision trees developed by hospitals highlight the use of therapist-driven protocols to assess a patient, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes. Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice. Learning objectives align with the summary checklists, highlighting key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter, and parallel the three areas tested on the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website include an NBRC correlation guide, image collection, lecture notes, Body Spectrum electronic anatomy coloring book, and an English/Spanish glossary. Student workbook provides a practical study guide reflecting this edition of the text, offering numerous case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities. Available separately. Full-color design calls attention to the text's special features and promotes learning. Glossary includes key terms and definitions needed for learning concepts. NEW Heart Failure chapter covers the disease that is the most frequent cause of unscheduled hospital admissions. NEW Ethics and End-of-Life Care chapter explains related issues and how to help patients and their families. NEW! Improved readability makes the text easier to read and concepts easier to understand. NEW! Updated practice guidelines from the AARC (American Association for Respiratory Care) are included within the relevant chapters. NEW! Updated chapters include topics such as arterial lines, stroke, ACLS, PALS, hemodynamics, polysomnography, waveform interpretation, and laryngectomy. NEW! Streamlined format eliminates redundancy and complex verbiage.




The Respiratory Therapist as Disease Manager


Book Description

Written for both students and practicing clinicians, The Respiratory Therapist as Disease Manager is a foundational resource for the Respiratory Therapist who desires to augment their acute care and technical skills with a knowledge base that will enable them to competently perform the duties of a Pulmonary Disease Manager.