Pulmonary Rehabilitation

This is a Pageburst digital textbook; the product description may vary from the print textbook. Information on existing techniques and procedures is expanded and updated in chapters on lung transplantation, functional performance assessment and training, and the management of pulmonary rehabilitation services. Illustrations, photographs, tables, and boxes address new and important information, reinforcing and simplifying the material. A hard cover and portable size offer durability and convenience. Reader-friendly features in each chapter include an outline, professional skills objectives, and a summary, allowing easy access to content and highlighting important concepts and ideas. New chapters covering new advances and discoveries in respiratory care: Systemic Effects of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders Complementary Alternative Medicine for Patients with Chronic Lung Disease Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Lung Volume Reduction Surgery Management of and Reimbursement for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services Exercise and Pulmonary Hypertension New and revised illustrations and photographs. Expanded coverage of patients with respiratory diseases other than COPD as well as pediatric pulmonary patients. New and revised pedagogy including chapter outlines and updated objectives Enhanced chapters Addresses the latest research and reports including The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) report recommending pulmonary rehabilitation.

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