Essentials of Respiratory Care [Hardcover]

Robert Kacmarek (Author), Steven Dimas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 7, 2005 | ISBN-10: 0323027008 | ISBN-13: 978-0323027007 | Edition: 4

The new edition of this essential resource covers core areas of respiratory care in a convenient outline format that makes it a great quick-reference guide, a handy review tool for credentialing examinations, and a comprehensive reference guide for clinical practice. Key topics include basic science; anatomy and physiology of the respiratory, cardiovascular, renal, and neurological systems; and therapeutic aspects of neonatal, pediatric, and adult respiratory care. Also features extensive coverage of pharmacology and infection control.

• The convenient outline format breaks information down into manageable bits of information that make it ideal for study, review, and quick reference
• The comprehensive coverage of key topics - from introductory material through therapeutic care - consolidates the full spectrum of respiratory care into one essential resource

• Completely updated to reflect the significant advancements in the field of respiratory care
• Reflects the required core content of the most recent National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) examination matrix, ensuring the most up-to-date competency requirements for certification
• Features new chapters on ventilatory management for obstructive pulmonary disease, adult respiratory distress syndrome, NIPPV, tracheal gas insufflation, prone positioning, and liquid ventilation
• A redesigned format provides easier navigation through the text

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About the Author

Robert M. Kacmarek, PhD, RRT, Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Harvard Medical School; Director, Department of Respiratory Care, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA; and Steven Dimas

Product Details

• Hardcover: 704 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 4 edition (January 7, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323027008
• ISBN-13: 978-0323027007
• Product Dimensions: 11.6 x 7.6 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #822,880 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing study cram book, April 25, 2000

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"becky76" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Essentials of Respiratory Care (Hardcover)

This textbook has put me through my two years of respiratory therapy classes. I found it in the library and have been using it ever since to study with. It is to the point and well written. I like it so much that I plan on buying it for clinical year. I am hoping that the author decides to publish a newer edition soon though. This book covers everything you will EVER be tested on. Definetly, good to have!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Keep this book on hand at work, November 5, 2006

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Linda L. Vining - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Essentials of Respiratory Care (Hardcover)

This reference work is as dry as they come; it's also as complete and inclusive as they come. You won't find any illuminating discussions of respiratory techniques or patient management concepts here. The entire book is written in outline form -- definitely "just the facts, ma'am". You won't be tempted to stay up late reading this one for entertainment. So if you are a student, especially if you have not yet begun your clinicals, you don't absolutely need this book --- YET.

But as soon as you DO make your first appearance in a clinical setting (even as a student), make sure you always have the most current edition of this book on hand -- and keep it in your locker, or your colleagues will walk off with it. This exhaustively comprehensive reference will recall for you every little detail of a procedure or concept, all the ones that are right on the tip of your braincell and you can't quite remember them exactly. If you encounter material in the book that is gibberish to you (and you will), you can consult the equally exhaustive bibliography for citations to works that will provide you with more detailed explanations.

Think of this book as the ultimate Google for all things RT.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST OF RESPIRATORY CARE, April 21, 2008

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This review is from: Essentials of Respiratory Care (Hardcover)

This is the best reference book out there. The authors taught me all I ever needed to know in respiratory care and I've been a therapist and respiratory care educator for 25 years. The book is in outline form and will give you information and the facts.... It doesn't read like a novel, but you will have all of the facts you may ever need. Highly recommended. Many respiratory care instructors will hide this text from students because it doesn't give long and detailed explanations on topics. If you are a student looking for a great book you won't sell back, buy this bok. This book will be a one stop shop to study for your exams and the NBRC exams. If you are a therapist looking for one reference book---- this is it!!!!