Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy

Starting with patient assessment, the authors explain the physiological basis of all major cardiopulmonary problems before describing the physiotherapy interventions possible - this ensures the reader understands why the problems occur and not just how to treat them. The book concludes with a detailed glossary, an appendix describing all the treatment methods required, and a final section provides case studies to enhance problem-based learning. The unique combination of physiology, the latest evidence, and detailed methodologies and case studies, ensures that Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy is an essential purchase for all undergraduates. Postgraduate students in their first years of training will also benefit from quick access to the core information they need on a daily basis.

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BOOK COVER -- HALF-TITLE -- TITLE -- COPYRIGHT -- CONTENTS LIST -- Section 1 ASSESSMENT TOOLS -- ASSESSMENT TOOLS -- Introduction -- Subjective examination -- Objective examination -- Central nervous system -- Cardiovascular system -- Respiratory system -- Auscultation -- Chest x-ray interpretation -- Common radiological problems -- Atelectasis or collapse -- Airspace shadowing (consolidation) -- Pneumothorax -- Hyperinflation -- CCF -- Pleural effusion -- Coin lesions -- Ring shadows and cysts -- Widespread reticular shadowing -- ABG analysis -- Spirometry -- Immune system, hematology and microbiology -- Renal system -- GI tract and hepatic system -- Musculoskeletal system -- Risk assessment -- Further reading -- Section 2 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY -- ACID-BASE BALANCE DISTURBANCES -- Description -- Key physiological principles -- Bicarbonate buffer system -- Clinical relevance -- Respiratory acidosis -- Respiratory alkalosis -- Metabolic acidosis -- Metabolic alkalosis -- Oxygen -- Related topics -- References and further reading -- AIRFLOW LIMITATION -- Description -- Key physiological principles -- Clinical relevance -- Related topics -- References and further reading -- ALTERED RESPIRA…