Lung Function Tests: Physiological Principles and Clinical Applications

Lung Function Tests: Physiological Principles and Clinical Applications
ISBN-10
0702023507
ISBN-13
9780702023507
Pages
314
Language
English
Published
1999
Publisher
Saunders
Authors
J. M. B. Hughes, Neil B. Pride

Description

This book is a visually appealing, concise guide to pulmonary function testing. It gives practical advice on how to use and interpret these tests in the clinical setting. In particular, there are guidelines on when to test and what to order, combined withexplanations of how to interpret actual test results quickly and easily.

  • Indicates the benefits and limitations of available tests and gives practical advice on how to run an efficient pulmonary function laboratory
  • Provides examples of pulmonary function test patterns in different clinical settings
  • Advises on how pulmonary function tests should be presented and reported to clinicians
  • Covers important areas outside the pulmonary function laboratory, e.g. paediatrics, intensive care, sleep and breathing, domiciliary care
  • Eye-catching text design with use of tinted boxes to highlight Calculations and Key Points