With a concise and easy-to-read approach, the new edition of this book integrates the essential concepts of respiratory physiology with the clinical application of mechanical ventilation. Extensive coverage of airway management and weaning criteria, and a concise view of pharmacotherapy for mechanical ventilation are included. Each chapter features visual examples illustrating concepts, key points summarized in margin references,and assessment questions written in NRBC format, to help prepare learners to sit for the exam. Fifteen case studies enable learners to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world critical thinking situations they may face in the field.

Key Features :-

* Case studies and examples provided to facilitate understanding of concepts and critical thinking.

* Key points are highlighted in the margin to allow the reader to focus on essential comcepts.

* Challenging questions in all areas focus on patient assessment and care.

New to this edition :-

* New chapter on spedial procedures in mechanical ventilation.

* New material on chest tube placement and drainage systems, rapid sequence intubation, assostance in bronchoscopy, tramsport of mechanically ventilated patients, nitric oxide administration , and high-frequency oscillatory ventilation.

* Revised chapters on management of mechanical ventilation, wearing from mechanical ventilation and others.

* Updated references and suggested readings.

* Answer keys provided for assessment questions, for self-paced study and review.

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