Guide to Mechanical Ventilation and Intensive Respiratory Care

by Lynelle N.B. Pierce and Lynelle N. B. Pierce RN MS CCRN

This handy guide focuses on respiratory support appliances and various aspects of mechanical ventilation. Beginning with an overview of pulmonary anatomy and physiology, the book reviews the principles and applications of physical and pharmacologic theories used for the pulomonary system. A special section on advanced modes of mechanical ventilation is also included.Provides a firm scientific basis for patient care and interpretation of complex data...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0721664784
• ISBN13: 9780721664781
• Release Date: May 1995
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

guide to mechanical ventilation

Fantastic book that is easy to read and understand in terms of the ventilator, would recommend it to anyone beginning with the ventilator and wishing to understand more about what they are doing.

Guide to Mechanical Ventilation and Intensive Respiratory Ca

I think is a good book, and provide a good aproach to many process in the intensive care. Its usseful for residents and for a quick consult.thank you, and please excuse me for may english