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Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy - E-Book, 4th Edition

Essentials of Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy - E-Book
Author :
Ellen Hillegass
Date of Publication: 03/2016
New Edition Coming Soon
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 coverag ...view more

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.

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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.


New to this edition
  • NEW! Expanded chapters cover early mobilization of the ICU patient and acute care management.
  • NEW! Updated references emphasize evidence-based information from the text.
  • NEW! Full-color printing enhances text.

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.

Author Information
By Ellen Hillegass, EdD, PT, CCS, FAACVPR, Adjunct Faculty, Department of Physical Therapy, Emory University, Atlanta, GA and Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Consultant