Physiotherapy for Respiratory and Cardiac Problems
Adults and Paediatrics
3rd Edition
Published on 7. March 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
552 pages
978-0-443-07075-4 (ISBN)
Description
"Physiotherapy for Respiratory and Cardiac Problems" is now internationally recognised as an essential textbook and reference source for students and practitioners working with patients with cardiac and respiratory problems. The book takes a problem solving approach to the practical skills necessary for the assessment, planning and implementation of physiotherapy for both children and adults. The text follows a clear and logical structure making it easy to read, facilitating quick reference and fast revision. It is divided into 2 main sections: Assessment, investigations, skills and techniques; and Physiotherapy and medical management. This new edition of "Physiotherapy for Respiratory and Cardiac Problems" continues to provide a reliable and comprehensive source of information for all those who are involved in providing this care.
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Series
Edition
3rd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Physiotherapists in training and newly qualified; also physiotherapists returning to work in a chest/heart clinic or ward.
OTs and Nurses and Junior Medical staff working with patients with chest and heart conditions.
OTs and Nurses and Junior Medical staff working with patients with chest and heart conditions.
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
280 ills.
Dimensions
Height: 248 mm
Width: 190 mm
Thickness: 38 mm
Weight
1500 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-443-07075-4 (9780443070754)
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Persons
Pryor was until recently Head of Physiotherapy at the Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Trust , London - Britain's leading chest and heart hospital. She is now a research fellow there and is combining work on research with the latest in clinical practice. She was co-editor to the first two editions of this book.Prasad was a contributor to the previous edition of this book. Her specialist area of practice is with children with cystic fibrosis. Like Pryor she is working as a researcher in a centre of clinical excellence.Both authors have given papers at international meetings for both doctors and physical therapists.
Content
Section 1. Assessment, investigations, skills, technique and management Assessment and investigation of patients problesm, Thoracic imaging. Paediatrics Assessment of cardiopulmonary function. The electrocardiogram and cardiac arrest (ECG). Paediatrics. Monitoring and interpreting medical investigations. Effects of positioning and mobilization Physiotherapy techniques. Patients' problems, management and outcomes. Interpersonal aspects of care: communication, counselling and health eduacation. Section 2. Physiotherapy and medical management Mechanical support. Paediatrics. Non invasive ventillation. Intensive care for the critically ill adult. Surgery for adults. Paediatrics. Pulmonary rehabilitation: a multidisciplinary intervention. Cardiac rehabilitation. Cardiopulmonary transplantation. Spinal cord injury. Care of the dying patient. Hyperventilation. Bronchiectasis, primary ciliary dyskinesia and cystic fibrosis. Normal values and abbreviations. Index.