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Cengage Equipment Theory For Respiratory Care 4Th Edition by Gary C. White
The fourth edition of Equipment Theory for Respiratory Care employs a comprehensive, competency-based approach to describe the equipment and latest technology used in the respiratory care setting. With an approachable style, the book covers the practice of respiratory theory, including: the administration of oxygen and oxygen mixtures by various devices and appliances; the application of mechanical ventilators to assist or control breathing; the maintenance of clear airways by humidification; the education of patients in the rehabilitation clinic; and many other topics. Additionally, more universal algorithms, an expanded art program, and enhanced Clinical Corner problems round out this new edition. Chapter 1 Medical Gas Supply Equipment Chapter 2 Medical Gas Therapy Equipment Chapter 3 Humidity and Aerosol Therapy Equipment Chapter 4 Hyperinflation Therapy Chapter 5 Emergency Resuscitation Equipment Chapter 6 Physiological Measurement and Monitoring Devices Chapter 7 Mechanical Ventilator Theory and Classification Chapter 8 Adult Acute Care Ventilators: Ventilators Having Volume as a Control Variable, Chapter 9 Adult Acute Care Ventilators: Ventilators Having Flow and Pressure Control Variables Chapter 10 Pediatric and Neonatal Ventilators Chapter 11 Non-Invasive, Homecare and Transport Ventilators Chapter 12 High Frequency Mechanical Ventilators