Pocket Guide to Spirometry
Author:   David Johns ,  Rob Pierce
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education
Edition:   3rd edition
ISBN:  

9780071016193


Pages:   160
Publication Date:   27 July 2011
Format:   Paperback
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Pocket Guide to Spirometry


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Pocket Guide to Spirometry explains everything a practitioner needs to know about spirometry, including what a spirometer is, how to use one, how to interpret test results and the different types of spirometers. This book presents information in a practical, systematic manner and is an essential aid for all practitioners and nurses treating patients with respiratory conditions.Key Features Completely revised and updated New figures and tables Now includes information on how to treat children from 4 years of age New design and layout Endorsed by the Australian Lung Foundation When you can breathe nothing else matters... The Australian Lung Foundation New Book: Pocket Guide to Spirometry View more documents from McGraw-Hill Medical Australia

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Author:   David Johns ,  Rob Pierce
Publisher:   McGraw-Hill Education
Imprint:   McGraw-Hill Education / Australia
Edition:   3rd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 11.50cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 18.20cm
Weight:   0.189kg
ISBN:  

9780071016193


ISBN 10:   0071016198
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   27 July 2011
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Foreword to the third editionForeword to the second edition Foreword to the first edition Preface Acknowledgments About the authors Introduction 1. What is spirometry and what are its uses?2. Measurement of ventilatory function3. Measurements devices4. How to do spirometry and the common problems5. Infection control6. Predicted normal values7. Interpretation of spirometry8. Case histories9. Mechanics of breathing10. SummaryAppendix A: Equipment standards and validation procedures Appendix B: Correction of volume and flow to BTPS Appendix C: Predicted normal values Glossary References Useful websites Index

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David P. Johns is Conjoint Associate Professor and consultant in Clinical respiratory science at the University of Tasmania and the Royal Hobart Hospital.

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