Pilbeam's mechanical ventilation : physiological and clinical applications / J.M. Cairo.

Author/creator Cairo, Jimmy M. author.
Format Book
EditionSixth edition.
PublicationSt. Louis, Missouri : Elsevier, [2016]
Descriptionxvi, 571 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Subjects

Variant title Mechanical ventilation
Contents Basic terms and concepts of mechanical ventilation -- How ventilators work -- How a breath is delivered -- Establishing the need for mechanical ventilation -- Selecting the ventilator and the mode -- Initial ventilator settings -- Final considerations in ventilator setup -- Initial patient assessment -- Ventilator graphics -- Assessment of respiratory function -- Hemodynamic monitoring -- Methods to improve ventilation in patient-ventilator management -- Improving oxygenation and management of acute respiratory distress syndrome -- Ventilator-associated pneumonia -- Sedatives, analgesics, and paralytics -- Extrapulmonary effects of mechanical ventilation -- Effects of positive-pressure ventilation on the pulmonary system -- Troubleshooting and problem solving -- Basic concepts of noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation -- Weaning and discontinuation from mechanical ventilation -- Long-term ventilation -- Neonatal and pediatric mechanical ventilation -- Special techniques in ventilatory support.
Abstract Resource added for the Respiratory Therapist program 105151.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2015016179
ISBN9780323320092 paperback alkaline paper
ISBN0323320090 paperback alkaline paper

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Laupus Books - Stacks WF 145 C136P 2016 ✔ Available Place Hold