Practical and clinically relevant, Hyatt’s Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests provides user-friendly coverage of all types of pulmonary function testing as it applies to a wide range of disease conditions. In this revised 5th Edition, Dr. Paul D. Scanlon expands upon the tradition of excellence begun by renowned pulmonary physiologist and father of the flow-volume curve, Dr. Robert E. Hyatt. A new two-color design, new and reorganized cases, and revised and expanded content keep you up to date with all that's new in the field.
This guide provides practical, clinical coverage of various types of pulmonary function testing as it applies to a host of disease conditions.
Use this authoritative guide as an on-the-job reference — and to prepare for the CPFT and RPFT credentialing examinations!
Of special note are chapters on exercise testing and diagnostic tests for sleep disorders, the latter a new and emerging field. This new edition contains revised information based on the newest ATS guidelines.
This book serves as a unique, comprehensive resource for physicians and scientists training in pulmonary medicine and learning about pulmonary function testing.
This text is a guide for both classroom learning and application in the clinical setting. -- Provided by publisher
Rely on this reference for all of the information you need in any clinical setting. It covers all aspects of pulmonary function testing, including which tests to order and why, and how to interpret the results.
This edition includes new information on the forced oscillation technique for measuring respiratory system resistance. Also included is a discussion of measurement of exhaled nitric oxide, which is becoming useful in the study of asthma.
Includes the very latest procedures and techniques Comprehensive coverage, guides you through the range of anatomical and pathological possibilities A step-by-step guide to the use of bronchoscopic techniques, interpretation of images and ...
The text emphasises practical problems, including controversies associated with lung function testing. Boxes emphasise important topics throughout the text. Highlighted questions can be used for short tutorials or problem-based learning
This guide meets the need of pulmonary fellows, pulmonary clinicans, respiratory therapists, and nurses. Filled with tables, graphs, and illustrative cases, the book helps readers understand the clinical utility of pulmonary function tests.