Description
Improve your understanding of the cardiopulmonary system with Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy, 4th Edition. Based on best practices prescribed in The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, this new edition provides comprehensive coverage of anatomy, physiology, and cardiopulmonary assessment, along with expanded chapters on the growing topics of early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management. Using a practical approach, expert author Ellen Hillegass also discusses pathophysiology, pharmacology, and interventions in the outpatient setting.- Evidence-based content reflects the latest research in the field and incorporates the use of ICF.- Material uses best practices defined by the American Physical Therapy Association.- Clinical tips give you real-world hints and suggestions from practicing clinicians.- NEW! Expanded chapters cover early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management.- NEW! Updated references emphasize evidence-based information from the text.- NEW! Full-color printing enhances text.
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTSSection I – Anatomy and Physiology1. Anatomy of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems2. Physiology of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary SystemsSection II – Pathophysiology3. Ischemic Cardiovascular Conditions and Other Vascular Pathologies4. Cardiac Muscle Dysfunction and Failure5. Restrictive Lung Dysfunction 6. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases7. Cardiopulmonary Implications of Specific Diseases Section III – Diagnostic Tests and Procedures8. Cardiovascular Diagnostic Tests and Procedures9. Electrocardiography10. Pulmonary Diagnostic Tests and Procedures Section IV – Surgical Interventions, Monitoring, and Support11. Cardiovascular and Thoracic Interventions 12. Thoracic Organ Transplantation: Heart and Lung13. Monitoring and Life-Support EquipmentSection V – Pharmacology14. Cardiovascular Medications15. Pulmonary Medications Section VI – Cardiopulmonary Assessment and Intervention16. Examination and Assessment Procedures17. Interventions for Acute Cardiopulmonary Conditions18. Interventions and Prevention Measures for Individuals with Cardiovascular Disease or Risk of Disease19. Pulmonary Rehabilitation20. Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy 21. The Lymphatic System22. Outcome Measures: A Guide for the Evidence-Based Practice of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
