Improve your understanding of the cardiopulmonary system with Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy, 4th Edition. Based on best practices prescribed in The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, this new edition provides comprehensive coverage of anatomy, physiology, and cardiopulmonary assessment, along with expanded chapters on the growing topics of early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management. Using a practical approach, expert author Ellen Hillegass also discusses pathophysiology, pharmacology, and interventions in the outpatient setting. Evidence-based content reflects the latest research in the field and incorporates the use of ICF. Material uses best practices defined by the American Physical Therapy Association. Clinical tips give you real-world hints and suggestions from practicing clinicians. NEW! Expanded chapters cover early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management. NEW! Updated references emphasize evidence-based information from the text. NEW! Full-color printing enhances text.
NEW! Enhanced ebook version of the text — included with print purchase — offers access to all of the text, figures, and references from the book, as well as additional case studies and a glossary, on a variety of digital devices.
"This comprehensive guide covers anatomy and physiology, assessment, and all relevant aspects of the cardiopulmonary system, everything the physical therapist needs to know to succeed in this fast-changing field.
Informed by evidence-based research, this text offers detailed instructions for reaching an accurate diagnosis and developing a plan of care.
NEW! Enhanced ebook version of the text - included with print purchase - offers access to all of the text, figures, and references from the book, as well as additional case studies and a glossary, on a variety of digital devices.
New in the Second Edition: · Twenty-four carefully selected evidence-based cases designed to go “hand-in-hand” with chapter topics · An international perspective that is relevant to physical therapy practice in several countries · ...
Provides a unique, compact, and concise summary of over 95 special tests and exam procedures.
This handy reference provides essential information for physical therapists providing patient care in the hospital setting. This is the only book written by physical therapists that addresses all of the...
In this fifteenth edition, new chapters have been added and previous chapters withdrawn, continuing its reflection of contemporary education and practice.
Language consistent with the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, 2nd Edition offers common linguistic ground through the use of Guide standards. Lay-flat pages and uncluttered design make the book easier to use as a quick reference. NEW!
Ideal for clinical settings, this unique, handheld reference provides the most vital details of assessment diagnosis and treatment in a portable, lay-flat format.