Author(s): Steven M. Donn (Editor), Sunil K. Sinha
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Publication Date: 12 Feb. 2012
Edition: 3rd
Language: English
Print length: 787 pages
ISBN-10: 1461421543
ISBN-13: 9781461421542
Book Description
This popular book covers the “how-to” of the respiratory care of newborns in outline format. It includes case studies for self-review and is illustrated with high quality radiographic images, figures, tables, and algorithms. Written and edited by international experts, the Third Edition is a thorough update and remains a convenient source of practical information on respiratory physiology, exam techniques, tips for performing procedures, radiography, ventilation, pain management, transport, and discharge planning. *Up-to-date clinical information from world experts *Case studies *Easy-to-consult outline format *Condensed information about all of the major mechanical ventilators (e.g., modes, displays, and alarms) “The extent of coverage, easy readability, superb organization [and] …practical pearls make [this book] worthwhile…simply a great bargain.” –Journal of Perinatology (review of a previous edition)
Editorial Reviews
Review
From the reviews of the third edition: “A comprehensive review of the respiratory physiology, ventilation methods, and respiratory diseases of the newborn … . an excellent basic science review for the practicing anesthesiologist who cares for pediatric patients … . provide an excellent overview of high-frequency ventilation techniques … . written predominately for the neonatologist, will provide an impressive review and reference for the anesthesiologist who cares for neonates.” (Eric D. Greenwood, Canadian Journal of Anesthesia, Vol. 60, 2013)
From the Back Cover
This popular book covers the how-to of the respiratory care of newborns in outline format. It includes case studies for self-review and is illustrated with high quality radiographic images, figures, tables, and algorithms. Written and edited by international experts, the Third Edition is a thorough update and remains a convenient source of practical information on respiratory physiology, exam techniques, tips for performing procedures, radiography, ventilation, pain management, transport, and discharge planning.
·Up-to-date clinical information from world experts
·Case studies
·Easy-to-consult outline format
·Condensed information about all of the major mechanical ventilators (e.g., modes, displays, and alarms)
The extent of coverage, easy readability, superb organization [and] practical pearls make [this book] worthwhile simply a great bargain. —Journal of Perinatology (review of a previous edition)
About the Author
Steven M. Donn, MD, FAAP Professor of Pediatrics University of Michigan School of Medicine Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Ann Arbor, MI, USA Sunil K. Sinha, MD, PhD, FRCP, FRCPCH Professor of Pediatrics University of Durham Consultant in Pediatrics and Neonatal Medicine The James Cook University Hospital Department of Neonatal Medicine Middlesbrough, Marton-in-Cleveland United Kingdom
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