Acute Care for Physical Therapists, 5th Edition, pdf, ebook and download by by Jaime C. Paz, PT, DPT, MS and Michele P. West, MS, PT. Containing extensively updated content reflecting the latest evidence-based information, this new fifth edition contains everything you need to succeed in today’s fast-paced acute care environment.

The overview of the basics of body systems and disease processes in each chapter provides brief information that will help you better manage patients in a hospital setting. This book familiarizes you with the acute care setting by explaining medical terminology, hospital protocols, and surgical examinations.

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The Fifth Edition also contains Additional illustrations enhance understanding of the material by explaining the pharmacological implications for physical therapists, particularly regarding side effects and use of mixed drugs. Decision-making algorithms facilitate critical thinking in scientific settings. The latest surgical and invasive procedures include minimally invasive orthopedic surgical procedures, bariatric procedures and complete insight into circulatory aids.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Introduction
1. The Acute Care Setting
2. The Medical Record

Part 2: Systems
3. Cardiac System
Appendix: Description of ECG Characteristics and Associated Causes
Appendix: Common Rhythm Disturbances
4. Pulmonary System
5. Musculoskeletal System
6. Nervous System
7. Vascular System and Hematology
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Genitourinary System
10. Endocrine System

Part 3: Diagnoses
11. Oncology
12. Integumentary System
13. Infectious Diseases
Appendix: Immune System Disorders
14. Organ Transplantation
15. Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
16. Amputation
17. Physical Therapy Considerations for Patients who Complain of Chest Pain

Part 4: Interventions
18. Medical-Surgical Equipment in the Acute Care Setting
Appendix: Mechanical Ventilation
Appendix: Circulatory Assist Devices
19. Pharmacologic Agents
20. Anesthesia: Perioperative and Postoperative Considerations
21. Pain Management
22. Airway Clearance
23. Outcome Measures

Appendix: Functional Tests

Book Details

Authors: Jaime Paz Michele West

eBook ISBN: 9780323639262

Paperback ISBN: 9780323639194

Imprint: Elsevier

Published Date: 12th October 2019

Page Count: 560

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