With cutting-edge and clinically relevant information, MECHANICAL VENTILATION, 2nd Edition takes a practical, clinical approach to the principles and practice of mechanical ventilation. This informative resource explains mechanical ventilation decisions and procedures in real-world terms so information is easyto understand and apply. This thoroughly updated edition includes one new chapter, four completely updated chapters, and a wealth of new user-friendly features. INDICE: Section I: Technical Aspects1. Classification of Mechanical Ventilators2. Modes of Ventilator Operation3. The Patient-Ventilator Interface: Ventilator Circuit, Airway Care, and Suctioning4. Humidification and Aerosol Therapy5. Ventilator Monitors and DisplaysSection II: Physiology6. Respiratory System Mechanics7. Alveolar-Capillary Gas Transport8. Patient-Ventilator Interactions9. Cardiopulmonary Interactions10. Ventilator Induced Lung InjurySection III: Adjunctive Therapy11. Nutrition12. Sedation, Analgesia, and Neuromuscular Blockade13. Patient Positioning14. Ventilator Associated PneumoniaSection IV: Clinical Applications15. Management of Parenchymal Lung Injury16. Management ofObstructive Airway Disease17. Unique Patient Populations NEW!18. Discontinuing Mechanical Support19. Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation20. Transport and Resuscitation21. Non-invasive VentilationSection V: Special Techniques and Future Therapies22. Modifications on Conventional Ventilation Techniques23. High-Frequency Ventilation24. Extracorporeal Techniques for Cardiopulmonary Support25. Heliox and Inhaled Nitric OxideAppendices Case Studies Assessment Question Answers Glossary
- ISBN: 978-1-4160-3141-3
- Editorial: Saunders
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 528
- Fecha Publicación: 28/02/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés