Arterial Blood Gases Made Easy

Descrizione prodotto

Arterial blood gas analysis plays an indispensable role in the assessment and management of patients with a huge range of acute medical and surgical problems. Its importance as a key tool in the work-up of acutely unwell patients rivals that of the ECG and the chest x-ray. This book covers all aspects of the arterial blood gas in a simple, user-friendly manner. The first part explains the technique, the values obtained and common patterns of abnormalities, while the second part comprises a series of worked examples and case scenarios to allow the reader to put this system into practice.

• A practical guide written for all those using this test and interpreting the results.
• Utilises worked examples to allow the reader to gain confidence in interpreting ABGs and appreciate the usefulness of the test in a variety of different clinical settings.
• Written in a simple style and presenting the concepts in a straightforward manner.

Titolo: Arterial Blood Gases Made Easy
Autore: Iain A M Hennessey;Alan G Japp;
Editore: Churchill Livingstone
Formato EPUB con Adobe DRM
ISBN: 9781455725182