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Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment, 11th Edition
ISBN: 9780323712217
Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment, 11th Edition, is a comprehensive guide designed for students and professionals in the field of respiratory therapy. This book provides a detailed exploration of the equipment, devices, and techniques used in respiratory care, focusing on treating patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by respiratory therapists, students in respiratory therapy programs, and healthcare professionals who need to understand and manage respiratory care equipment. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in respiratory therapy, including educators and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of respiratory care principles.
History and Editions
The 11th edition of Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment has been updated to reflect the latest clinical practice guidelines from organizations such as the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), the American Educational Communications Corporation (AECC), and the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CCM). This edition includes new clinical scenarios and end-of-chapter questions that incorporate additional clinical data and reflect NBRC exam outlines. The book also covers the use of mechanical ventilators in alternative sites, such as air transport and long-term acute care facilities, and includes a new chapter on infant and pediatric ventilators.
Author and Other Works
J. M. Cairo, PhD, RRT, FAARC, is the author of Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment. Dr. Cairo is a noted educator and expert in cardiopulmonary science, physiology, and anesthesiology. He serves as the Dean of the School of Allied Health Professions at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book provides a thorough guide to treating patients with cardiopulmonary dysfunction, covering all aspects of respiratory care equipment and techniques.
- Clinical Practice Guidelines: The text incorporates clinical practice guidelines from leading respiratory care organizations, ensuring that the information is up-to-date and relevant.
- Updated Clinical Scenarios: New clinical scenarios are added throughout the text, reflecting real-world applications and preparing students for NBRC exams.
- Infant and Pediatric Ventilators: A new chapter dedicated to infant and pediatric ventilators provides essential information for treating young patients.
- Mechanical Ventilators in Alternative Sites: The book includes updated information on the use of mechanical ventilators in alternative sites, such as air transport and long-term acute care facilities.
- Assessment and Testing: The text discusses assessment, testing, protocols, and troubleshooting of the devices used in airway management.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780323712217
- Publication Details:
- Publisher: Mosby
- Publication Date: December 22, 2021
- Number of Pages: 592
- Language: English
- Item Weight: 2.5 pounds
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 inches
Other Editions and Formats
- eBook: Available through various digital platforms
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780323712217 (Hardcover)
- 9780323712224 (eBook)
Additional Resources
- Appendices: The book includes appendices with suggested answer keys for clinical scenarios, answer keys for chapter assessment questions, normal reference ranges, frequently used formulae and values, and a glossary of key terms.
- Learning Features: The text includes chapter outlines, learning objectives, key terms, chapter introductions, and bulleted key point summaries to help students identify and reinforce the most important material in each chapter.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment, 11th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
