Master Guide for Passing the Respiratory Care Credentialing Exams (4th Edition) [Paperback]

Rick Meyer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130138320 | ISBN-13: 978-0130138323 | Publication Date: November 29, 1999 | Edition: 4

A useful reference for physicians, nurses, and other allied health practitioners that want a concise review of current developments in the practice of respiratory care, this thoroughly updated guide covers the essential content areas assessed on all three national examinations (Entry Level, Written Registry, and Clinical Simulation) for both certification and registry, and reflects the new exam matrices and content outlines for each. Focuses on the three main areas of assessment: Data - includes collecting and applying clinical information, and evaluating the effectiveness of a respiratory care plan; Equipment - reviews equipment operation, function, trouble-shooting, selection, and sterilization procedures in the clinical setting; Therapy - discusses the therapeutic application of clinical management, assisting the physician with clinical procedures, and monitoring a patient's response to therapy. Keys contents for individual exams throughout, and includes self-assessment exams at the end of the book that simulate actual exam format. Now offers more graphics and troubleshooting tips. For Health Occupation professionals.

Product Details

• Paperback: 566 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 4 edition (November 29, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130138320
• ISBN-13: 978-0130138323
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,728,383 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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