Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, 3e [Paperback]

Susan P. Pilbeam MS RRT FAARC (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 1998 | ISBN-10: 081512600X | ISBN-13: 978-0815126003 | Edition: 3

This outstanding new edition focuses on the management of patients who are receiving mechanical ventilatory support and provides clear discussion of mechanical ventilation and its application. The third edition has been completely reorganized from past editions to present the material in a more logical way, reflective of the mechanical ventilation unit in the respiratory curriculum. Content is divided into five sections covering basic concepts, patient monitoring, effects/complications of ventilation, patient management and specialized mechanical ventilation. This organization progresses from the basics to more advanced applications of mechanical ventilation. This edition includes several new student-oriented pedagogical features and a new art program with professional renderings of equipment and physiological principles.

* Covers all advancements in the field of mechanical ventilation, including liquid ventilation and high frequency ventilation making this the authoritative mechanical ventilation textbook and bench reference. * Reviews history, basic terms, and concepts of mechanical ventilators.

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About the Author

Susan P. Pilbeam, MS, RRT, FAARC, Edison Community College, Fort Myers, FL; and J. M. Cairo, PhD, RRT, Professor of Cardiopulmonary Science and Physiology, Department Head, Cardiopulmonary Sciences, School of Allied Health Professions, Louisiana State University Medical Center, New Orleans, LA --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 460 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 3 edition (March 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 081512600X
• ISBN-13: 978-0815126003
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,191,390 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, student friendly, chapters flow easily, August 5, 1998

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This review is from: Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, 3e (Paperback)

Having been away from Respiratory Therapy for a number of years, I needed a text that would bring me "up to speed" with changes in technology and current mindsets in acute and chronic care of the respiratory patient. What a joy this book is to read! The author obviously has the firmest of grasps on the subjects discussed and her teaching background is evident throughout.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Resource!, January 15, 2007

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Christine Sammi Thomas "CST" (NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, 4e (Paperback)

I have just started my pulmonology residency and I have to say this book is a life-saver! It is a great resource. It has everything in a concise, srtaight-foward manner. It has helped me out of many a Grand Rounds jam. I highly highly recommend this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended for doctors, October 10, 2010

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BT (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, 4e (Paperback)

While this book is written primarily for respiratory therapists, it is equally helpful for medical residents. I work in ICU as a resident and have been looking for a good book that explains mechanical ventilation well. This book is excellent for that purpose. This book explains a lot of the nuts and bolts of mechanical ventilation. These detailed information is often lacking in most critical care textbooks. And yet, as MDs, we are supposed to know them when we care for our patients. This book provide those vital information so that we can manage our ventilated patients competently and confidently. The chapters are very well organised. It builds basic concepts progressively in a systematic manner. The graphs and diagrams are excellent to assist understanding. The clarity of the text is also impressive. Most things are very well explained. The sign of a good text book is often reflected by the fact the complicated mechanism are explained by simple sentences. The author does it particularly well. This is a great book for any resident who works in ICU or ED.