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The perfect text, on-the-job reference and certification exam review, ""Manual of Pulmonary Function Testing, 9th Edition"" includes a wealth of information on pulmonary function tests, techniques, pathophysiology, equipment, computers, and quality assurance to help you get the best results every time. Detailed information on the pulmonary function tests used to determine the presence, extent, and progression of lung disease and abnormality helps you reveal conditions including asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis. This new edition includes even more opportunities to apply your knowledge with additional Case Studies and Self-Assessment Questions.

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Author:   Gregg L. Ruppel
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Mosby
Edition:   9th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 19.10cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.943kg
ISBN:  

9780323052122

ISBN 10:   0323052126
Pages:   512
Publication Date:   01 March 2008
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By:   9780323085052
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. Indications for Pulmonary Function Testing 2. Spirometry and Related Tests 3. Lung Volumes and Gas Distribution Tests 4. Ventilation and Ventilatory Control Tests 5. Diffusing Capacity Tests 6. Blood Bases and Related Tests 7. Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing - EXPANDED! 8. Pediatric Pulmonary Function Testing 9. Specialized Test Regimens - EXPANDED! 10. Pulmonary Function Testing Equipment - EXPANDED! 11. Quality Assurance in the Pulmonary Function Laboratory Appendices: A. Answers to Self-Assessment Questions B. Reference Values C. Conversion and Correction Factors D. Regulations and Regulatory Agencies E. Useful Equations F. Sample Calculations G. The Mean and Standard Deviation Glossary Index

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