Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, 2e [Paperback]

Jaime C. Paz MS PT (Author), Michele P. West MS PT (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0750673001 | ISBN-13: 978-0750673006 | Publication Date: February 7, 2002 | Edition: 2

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 areas in the complex acute care environment.

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Jaime Paz and Michele Panik have put together a comprehensive reference for the physical therapist in the acute care setting. The chapters are divided into systems. The first few pages of each chapter describe the organ system, primary functions, and other related aspects. Subsequent pages detail pathophysiology, associated tests, normal values of tests and physical therapy considerations. Clinical tips are included throughout each chapter for easy reference. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Mr. Jaime C Paz, MS, PT; and Michele P West, MS, PT

Product Details

• Paperback: 974 pages
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2 edition (February 7, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0750673001
• ISBN-13: 978-0750673006
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #478,862 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Clinician's Critique: Acute Care Handbook for P. T., September 27, 2000

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David Lee (Columbia, SC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists (Paperback)

Congratulations to the authors of this valuable reference text! The Acute Care Handbook is, first of all, anything but a "handbook" in the traditional sense. It is lengthy and detailed, qualities which would make a more leisure-oriented read a sure bet for the bedside table. But, this useful book is not for dozing through. Rather, it makes for much easier quick searches or in-depth reviews of most topics critical to effective acute care physical therapists.

Two brief observations that might strengthen the utility of this reference book: First, a chapter on "Trauma or Multi-Trauma Patients" would be beneficial. Also, increased use of illustrations would enhance the book's impact.

Overall, though, this text has been a wonderful addition to my reference library. If you are an acute care therapist now, going to be one soon, or just need to "brush up" on this phase of rehabilitation, this book will definitely meet your reference needs.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great book for students, January 30, 2009

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This review is from: Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, 3e (Paperback)

The book is organized and well put together. It is a great book for physical therapy students and the information is easy to read and tables reinforce the reading. There are also clinical tip boxes that help pull the information together after different topics are presented. The only downfall that I have come across is that the book is a soft cover and my edges of the book have already started to crinkle due to being carried in a book bag around campus.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read and well organized!!, January 31, 2010

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This review is from: Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, 3e (Paperback)

I have many different books on this topic. All of these book lack organization and conciseness. The edition previous to this one was my favorite until I lend it to a colleague. Then I purchased this book. To my surprise, the book is well organized so much that I was able to read through most of the book in a couple of sittings. The appendices are well though out and appropriately placed. I recommend this book for any PT beginning a career in acute care and for PTs currently in acute care that need a reference book.