Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care (w/ Evolve Resources for Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care)

by Heuer, Albert J.

• ISBN13: 9780323696999
• ISBN10: 0323696996
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780323696999PR
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780323416351, 9780323697002, 9780323697019
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback w/ Access Code
• Copyright: 2021-10-01
• Publisher: Elsevier
• More Book Details

About This Book

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, 9th Edition

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, 9th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed to equip respiratory care professionals with the skills needed to effectively assess patients. This book is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of clinical assessment techniques in respiratory care.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by respiratory care students, instructors, and professionals who need to assess patients effectively. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the latest evidence-based practices and clinical developments in respiratory care, including healthcare professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of respiratory assessment.

History and Editions

The 9th edition of Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care has been updated to reflect the latest evidence-based practices and clinical developments. This edition includes comprehensive updates on infection control measures, imaging techniques, assessment of critically ill patients, and the increased reliance on telehealth and electronic health records. The content is also aligned with the latest National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialing exam matrix, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their exams.

Author and Other Works

Dr. Albert J. Heuer, PhD, MBA, RRT, RPFT, FAARC, is the lead author of Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care. Dr. Heuer is a well-known educator and clinician with extensive experience in respiratory care. He has written several other books and articles on respiratory care and is a program director and professor at Rutgers - School of Health Professions Newark.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Approach: The book addresses all the most important aspects and topics of assessment in respiratory care, ensuring that readers can learn to assess patients effectively.
• Case Studies: Real-life clinical scenarios are provided to challenge readers to interpret data and make accurate patient assessments.
• Learning Objectives, Key Terms, and Chapter Outlines: Each chapter begins with learning objectives, key terms, and chapter outlines to introduce the content to be mastered.
• Assessment Questions: Assessment questions in each chapter are aligned to the learning objectives and reflect the NBRC Exam format, with answers located on the Evolve companion website.
• Key Points: Key points at the end of each chapter highlight and summarize important concepts to help readers understand the material.
• Questions to Ask: Boxes identify the questions practitioners should ask patients or themselves when confronted with certain pathologies, enhancing practical application.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback with Access Code: ISBN-13: 9780323696999
• eBook: Available through various digital platforms (check with eCampus for availability)
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Publication Date: October 1, 2021
• Number of Pages: Varies by edition (check with eCampus for specific page count)
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Varies by edition (check with eCampus for specific weight)
• Dimensions: Varies by edition (check with eCampus for specific dimensions)

Other Editions and Formats

• 8th Edition: Available through Elsevier and other retailers
• 7th Edition: Available through Elsevier and other retailers

Related ISBNs:

• 9780323696982 (8th Edition)
• 9780323696975 (7th Edition)

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, 9th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.