Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy: A Clinical Manual Contributor(s): Watchie, Joanne (Author) |
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ISBN: 0721606466 ISBN-13: 9780721606460 Publisher: Saunders OUR PRICE: $74.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2009 Annotation: This convenient resource offers a wide range of information relating to the physical therapy management of patients with cardiopulmonary problems. From basic cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology to physical therapy evaluation and treatment of cardiopulmonary dysfunction, it provides an essential overview of cardiopulmonary physical therapy that's valuable for both students and practitioners. The 2nd edition includes an introductory chapter on the oxygen transport pathway, as well as information on new drugs and treatment options. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Allied Health Services - Physical Therapy - Medical | Cardiology |
Dewey: 616.120 |
LCCN: 2009008630 |
Physical Information: 0.72" H x 8.43" W x 10.87" (2.38 lbs) 448 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Quick and convenient, this resource provides a clinical overview of a wide variety of diseases and disorders that affect the cardiovascular system and lungs and the physical therapy management of patients with them. It integrates key concepts of pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic tests and laboratory information and findings with clinically important medical and surgical interventions and pharmacologic therapies - then applies the material to physical therapy evaluation and treatment. This edition adds an introductory chapter on the oxygen transport pathway, the effects of dysfunction along the pathway, and the implications for physical therapy.
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