With an approach to learning as progressive as its content, Rau’s Respiratory Care Pharmacology, 8th Edition simplifies the process of learning challenging pharmacology material like never before. Rau’s effective approach uses broken-down terminology, relatable explanations, reader-friendly writing, and additional workbook guidance to help you easily master the text’s cutting-edge content – which includes the latest terms, pronunciations, in-depth sleep pharmacology, reality-based case studies, and SOAP assessment opportunities. Plus, the online interactive flashcards and audio pronunciation glossary offer additional learning formats tailored to your digital preferences. Improved readability makes it easier for you to grasp difficult material. Expanded! Key terms and definitions include over 275 terms with pronunciations. Companion workbook offers a wide range of activities that help you apply knowledge gained from the core text and break down more difficult concepts beyond NBRC style multiple-choice questions. Clinical Scenarios with follow-up SOAP assessment provide you with a reality-based patient case study and an opportunity to indicate standardized treatment. Inside back cover offers a quick-reference list of the most commonly used abbreviations in pharmacology with full application. Full-color format draws out special features and creates a more reader-friendly text. Glossary aids your comprehension of pharmacology terminology. Learning objectives parallel the recall, analysis, and application levels tested on the NBRC exam to prepare you for credentialing. Key terms with definitions enable you to quickly master essential terminology. Key Points boxes guide you in preparing for tests by identifying the most important concepts in each chapter. Self-assessment questions allow you to test yourself on key information within the chapter. Student Resources on Evolve, including an audio glossary and electronic flashcards, provide opportunities to hone your understanding of respiratory pharmacology concepts.
Completely updated, this edition includes the most recent FDA approved medications and reflects the current state of respiratory care practice in today's health care environment.
Resource added for the Respiratory Therapist program 105151.
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Take the easiest path to respiratory pharmacology mastery with Rau's Respiratory Care Pharmacology, 9th Edition. With broken-down terminology, relatable explanations, and reader-friendly writing, Rau simplifies the process of learning pharmacology...
Thoroughly revised by clinical educator Sandra Hinski, the Rau's workbook is part of the complete learning package for your continued success! Answer references back to the main text help you to easily review your areas of weakness.
Thoroughly revised by clinical educator Sandra Hinski, the Rau’s workbook is part of the complete learning package for your continued success! Answer references back to the main text help you to easily review your areas of weakness.
Written by noted educators Robert Kacmarek, James Stoller, and Albert Heuer, this edition includes new chapters on heart failure as well as ethics and end-of-life care, plus the latest AARC practice guidelines.
A leader in respiratory care education for more than 35 years, this comprehensive textbook lays a strong foundation for a successful career.
Respiratory Care Pharmacology presents the essential, need-to-know information on respiratory pharmacology. It covers pharmacokinetics principles as they relate to respiratory agents, drug administration, and a range of specific drugs used...
First, I extend a very special thank you to Dr. George Burton for the hours he spent editing the clinical connections. In addition, Dr. Burton provided many important updates to Chapter 17, Sleep Physiology and Its Relationship to the ...