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New Extended explanations for review questions.
New summary appendix of equations with sample calculations.
New replacement radiographs and micrographs.
New Updated references.
Appendix of "References" for further reading.
Appendix of "Symbols, Units, and Normal Lab Values" for quick reference.
Chapter outlines and introductory text provide quick overviews for each chapter.
Clear, 2-color illustrations along with radiographs and micrographs illustrate key concepts and structures.
End-of-chapter "Key Concepts" and "Questions."
Shaded highlight Key Point boxes.
About the Book: Pulmonary Pathophysiology-The Essentials: 8th Edition
This companion monograph to West`s Respiratory Physiology covers normal respiratory function and focuses on the function of the diseased lung. Pulmonary Pathophysiology: The Essentials offers a concise overview of the diseased states of the lung, emphasizing structure and function. The Eighth Edition is updated to include new information on asthma therapies, new radiographs and micrographs, extended sections on infections and cancer, more thorough explanations for review questions, and a new summary appendix of equations with sample calculations.
Contents
Part I: Lung Function Tests and What They Mean
1.Ventilation
2.Gas Exchange
3.Other Tests
Part II: Function of the Diseased Lung
4.Obstructive Diseases
5.Restrictive Diseases
6.Vascular Diseases
7.Environmental, Neoplastic, and Infectious Diseases
Part III: Function of the Failing Lung
8.Respiratory Failure
9.Oxygen Therapy
10.Mechanical Ventilation
Appendix A: Symbols, Units, and Normal Values
Appendix B: Further Reading
Appendix C: Answers to Chapter Questions
Index
ISBN - 9788184737134
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Pages : 336
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