A comprehensive text on respiratory care for neonates, infants, and children,
Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care, 4th Edition
provides a solid foundation
in the assessment and treatment of respiratory care disorders. Clear, full-color coverage emphasizes clinical application of the principles of neonatal/pediatric respiratory care. New to this edition is coverage of the latest advances in clinical practice, a chapter devoted to quality and safety, and summary boxes discussing real-world clinical scenarios. From author Brian Walsh, an experienced educator and respiratory therapist, this text is an excellent study tool for the NBRC’s Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty exam!
A comprehensive, evidence-based approach
covers all of the major topics of respiratory care for neonates, infants, and children, including both theory and application.
Case studies
help you master the more difficult areas of care for neonatal and pediatric disorders.
Logical, streamlined organization
makes it easier for students to master the material and prepare for an entry-level BS degree and the national Neonatal/Pediatric Specialty credentialing exam.
Learning objectives
at the beginning of each chapter highlight the "take-aways" by breaking down key content into measurable behaviors, criteria, and conditions.
Complete test preparation is provided through coverage of
all the content in the matrix for the NPS exam.
NBRC exam-style assessment questions
test your comprehension of the material in each chapter.
Answers to assessment and case study questions
are provided on the Evolve companion website.
New
Quality and Safety
chapter addresses quality care
for the neonatal/pediatric patient.
Clinical Highlights
boxes
discuss realistic scenarios to help you apply your knowledge to clinical practice.
UPDATED!
Over 400
full-color illustrations — plus clear tables and graphs—
make it easier to visualize key concepts.
New! Key point summary
at end of each chapter highlights essential content in a bulleted format.
New! Glossary
provides easy access to key terms and their definitions.
New! Key terms
at the beginning of each chapter highlight important terminology.