The Asthma Educators Handbook (Paperback)

~ Christopher Fanta (Author), Elisabeth Stieb (Author), Elaine Carter (Author), Kenan Haver (Author)
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Learn asthma care essentials -- from top experts at the Partners Asthma Center

"This book teaches physicians and other healthcare professionals how to recognize and treat asthma exacerbations and was inspired by patients and their experiences with this disease. It is designed for informed educators who know a fair amount about asthma while focusing on patient needs. It is an excellent resource for asthma educators. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service

Internists, family physicians, physician's assistants, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists will find this unparalleled, authoritative guide has everything needed to understand and treat asthma in children and adults.

Ideal for preparing for certification as an asthma educator (AE-C), The Asthma Educator's Handbook includes important information such as:

How to develop an asthma action plan based on the principles of assessing and treating asthma attacks

Diagnosis and staging ambulatory asthma treatment

Inhalers and inhalation aids

Managing asthmatic attacks

Chapter-ending Q&As that simulate the types of questions likely to appear on the National Asthma Educators Certification Board Exam

Case discussions that test your knowledge by asking you to assume the role of an asthma educator

About the Author

Christopher H. Fanta, MD is a member of Partners Asthma Center, Brigham & Women’s and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA and has a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School.

Elaine L. Carter, RN, AE-C is a member of Partners Asthma Center, Brigham & Women’s and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA.

Elisabeth S. Stieb, RN, AE-C is a member of Partners Asthma Center, Brigham & Women's and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA.

Kenan E. Haver, MD is a member of Partners Asthma Center, Brigham & Women's and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA and has a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School.

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (July 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071447377
• ISBN-13: 978-0071447379
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #249,910 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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