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Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

  • 4th Edition - March 22, 2016
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Ellen Hillegass
  • Language: English

Improve your understanding of the cardiopulmonary system with Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy, 4th Edition. Based on best practices prescribed in The Guide to Phy… Read more

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Improve your understanding of the cardiopulmonary system with Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy, 4th Edition. Based on best practices prescribed in The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, this new edition provides comprehensive coverage of anatomy, physiology, and cardiopulmonary assessment, along with expanded chapters on the growing topics of early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management. Using a practical approach, expert author Ellen Hillegass also discusses pathophysiology, pharmacology, and interventions in the outpatient setting.

Key features

  • Evidence-based content reflects the latest research in the field and incorporates the use of ICF.
  • Material uses best practices defined by the American Physical Therapy Association.
  • Clinical tips give you real-world hints and suggestions from practicing clinicians.

Table of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section I – Anatomy and Physiology

1. Anatomy of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems

2. Physiology of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Systems

Section II – Pathophysiology

3. Ischemic Cardiovascular Conditions and Other Vascular Pathologies

4. Cardiac Muscle Dysfunction and Failure

5. Restrictive Lung Dysfunction

6. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases

7. Cardiopulmonary Implications of Specific Diseases

Section III – Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

8. Cardiovascular Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

9. Electrocardiography

10. Pulmonary Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

Section IV – Surgical Interventions, Monitoring, and Support

11. Cardiovascular and Thoracic Interventions

12. Thoracic Organ Transplantation: Heart and Lung

13. Monitoring and Life-Support Equipment

Section V – Pharmacology

14. Cardiovascular Medications

15. Pulmonary Medications

Section VI – Cardiopulmonary Assessment and Intervention

16. Examination and Assessment Procedures

17. Interventions for Acute Cardiopulmonary Conditions

18. Interventions and Prevention Measures for Individuals with Cardiovascular Disease or Risk of Disease

19. Pulmonary Rehabilitation

20. Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

21. The Lymphatic System

22. Outcome Measures: A Guide for the Evidence-Based Practice of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

Product details

  • Edition: 4
  • Latest edition
  • Published: March 22, 2016
  • Language: English

About the author

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Ellen Hillegass

Affiliations and expertise
Adjunct Faculty, Department of Physical Therapy, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Consultant