Download or read book Diagnostic Evaluation of the Respiratory System written by Claudio Sorino and published by JP Medical Ltd. This book was released on 2017-07-17 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a practical guide to the diagnosis of respiratory disorders, helping clinicians recognise signs and symptoms, decide on the most appropriate diagnostic tests, and to interpret the results. Divided into four sections, the book covers respiratory system assessment, evaluation of respiratory function, diagnostic imaging, and invasive diagnostic techniques. The imaging section includes radiograph, computed tomography, angiography, and ultrasonography. The invasive diagnostic procedures section covers bronchoscopy, lung biopsy, transbronchial needle aspiration and more. Video-assisted thoracic surgery as a diagnostic tool is also discussed. Authored by recognised expert Professor Claudio Sorino from University of Palermo, this useful manual is enhanced by clinical images and figures. Key Points Practical guide to diagnosis of respiratory disorders Helps clinicians recognise signs and symptoms, choose appropriate diagnostic tests and interpret results Includes chapter on video-assisted thoracic surgery as a diagnostic tool Authored by recognised expert from University of Palermo

Download or read book Laposata s Laboratory Medicine Diagnosis of Disease in Clinical Laboratory Third Edition written by Michael Laposata and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2019-01-04 with total page 593 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The acclaimed full-color guide to selecting the correct laboratory test and interpreting the results –- covering ALL of clinical pathology A Doody’s Core Title for 2021! Laboratory Medicine is the most comprehensive, user-friendly, and well-illustrated guide available for learning how to order the correct laboratory test and understand the clinical significance of the results. The book features an easy-to-follow, consistent presentation for each disease discussed. Chapters begin with a brief description of the disorder followed by a discussion that includes tables detailing the laboratory evaluation of specific disorders, diagnosis, baseline tests to exclude diagnostic possibilities, and clinical indications that warrant further screening and special testing. With new, increasingly expensive and complicated tests appearing almost daily, Laboratory Medicine, Third Edition is required reading for medical students, clinical laboratory scientists, and healthcare professionals who want to keep abreast of the latest testing procedures and maximize accuracy and patient safety. Features: 48 clinical laboratory methods presented in easy-to-understand illustrations that include information on the expense and complexity of the assays More than 200 tables and full-color algorithms that encapsulate important information and facilitate understanding Full-color blood-smear micrographs that demonstrate common abnormal morphologies of red blood cells Valuable learning aids in each chapter, including learning objectives, chapter outlines, and a general introduction -- and new to this edition: chapter-ending self-assessment Q&A Logical systems-based organization that complements most textbooks Extensive table of Clinical Laboratory Reference Values that show the conversions between U.S. and SI units for each value

Download or read book SARS MERS and other Viral Lung Infections written by David S. Hui and published by European Respiratory Society. This book was released on 2016-06-01 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Viral respiratory tract infections are important and common causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In the past two decades, several novel viral respiratory infections have emerged with epidemic potential that threaten global health security. This Monograph aims to provide an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of severe acute respiratory syndrome, Middle East respiratory syndrome and other viral respiratory infections, including seasonal influenza, avian influenza, respiratory syncytial virus and human rhinovirus, through six chapters written by authoritative experts from around the globe.

Download or read book Critical Diagnostic Thinking in Respiratory Care written by James K. Stoller and published by Saunders. This book was released on 2002 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This case-based approach to decision-making in respiratory care offers a thorough introduction to the processes involved in developing critical diagnostic thinking, followed by realistic scenarios that allow readers to put critical thinking skills into practice. Readers learn how to use information from the patient's history and physical examination to arrive at a differential diagnosis. The book presents cases typical of outpatient, inpatient non-ICU, and ICU clinical settings. Each chapter begins with a clinical vignette that poses an important respiratory problem, accompanied by a description of the patient's history and physical examination, and reviews the common and uncommon causes of the patient's symptoms. Using specific features of the patient's history and physical examination, the reader must analyze the likelihood of a specific cause of the symptom. Critical Diagnostic Thinking in Respiratory Care lays the foundation for clinical practice, taking the reader beyond theory and into the real world of patient care.

Download or read book Diagnosis and Treatment in Internal Medicine written by Patrick Davey and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018-08-30 with total page 1297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diagnosis and Treatment in Internal Medicine equips trainee doctors with the essential skills and core knowledge to establish a diagnosis reliably and quickly, before outlining the management of the clinical condition diagnosed. Organised into three sections, the first provides a vital overview, whilst the second focuses on common presentations and diagnoses. Uniquely, this new book shows readers how to turn symptoms into a list of diagnoses ordered by probability - a differential diagnosis. Experienced consultants who teach trainees every day demonstrate how to derive an ordered differential diagnosis, how to narrow this down to a single diagnosis and if not, how to live with diagnostic uncertainty. The final section provides a comprehensive account of the management of system-based syndromes and diseases. Highly-structured chapters emphasize how common conditions present, how to approach a diagnosis, and how to estimate prognosis, treatment and its effectiveness. An onus is placed on the development of crucial diagnostic skills and the ability to devise evidence-based management plans quickly and accurately, making this an ideal text for core medical trainees.

Download or read book Pulmonary Function Tests in Clinical Practice written by Ali Altalag and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-04-28 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete review of pulmonary function tests in clinical practice, including performance and interpretation of lung function tests with an emphasis on practical aspects. Review of polysomnographic techniques and interpretive strategies again with a practical hands-on approach. An integrative aproach to cardiopulmonary exercise testing with interpretive strategy. Includes case discussions illustrating key concepts.

Download or read book Laboratory Screening and Diagnostic Evaluation written by Kelly Small Casler, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CHSE and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2022-04-25 with total page 1111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[the authors] did a masterful job of creating and editing this gold standard book that should be used by all clinicians and incorporated into all nursing and health sciences curriculums." -Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, PhD, APRN-CNP, FNAP, FAANP, FAAN Vice President for Health Promotion University Chief Wellness Officer Dean and Helene Fuld Health Trust Professor of Evidence-Based Practice, College of Nursing Professor of Pediatrics & Psychiatry, College of Medicine Executive Director, the Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP The Ohio State University This is the only book to explicitly guide clinicians through an evidence-based approach to ordering and interpreting laboratory tests. With over 160 commonly ordered tests, this book is designed to foster more accurate clinical decision-making to attain the highest level of patient care. This book summarizes more than 3000 pieces of evidence and incorporates clinical expertise and decision-making on the ordering and interpretation of tests. To promote ease of use, a convenient table maps labs and their corresponding chapter numbers to the relevant body system to promote ease of use. Each laboratory test is presented in a consistent format with information on physiology, indications (screening, diagnosis, and monitoring), algorithms, test interpretation and follow-up testing, patient education, and related diagnoses. Additional valuable features include clinical pearls that highlight common pitfalls and gaps in reasoning, and a cost-benefit analysis. This book also includes CPT and ICD-10 codes, charts and tables for clarification, and references for further study. Key Features: Delivers a strong, evidence-based approach to ordering and interpreting over 160 laboratory tests Promotes accurate clinical decision-making toward achieving the Triple Aim Includes abundant clinical pearls highlighting common pitfalls and gaps in reasoning Provides cost-benefit analysis and discussion of laboratory testing within a high-value healthcare culture Includes 175 supplemental case examples and 200 self-assessment questions to facilitate instruction and learning Includes more than 3000 pieces of evidence from interprofessional resources

Download or read book CURRENT Diagnosis Treatment in Pulmonary Medicine written by Michael E. Hanley and published by McGraw-Hill Medical. This book was released on 2003-10-17 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most convenient source of answers on all pulmonary conditions Practical, current information for day-to-day diagnosis and treatment of all conditions affecting breathing The choice of pulmonologists, residents, students, emergency clinicians, and general and family medicine practitioners alike Authoritative, easy-to-find, practical help with evaluation, treatment, and management of all common pulmonary diseases and conditions Easy-to-use and comprehensive, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Pulmonary Medicine offers quick access to workup tools for definitive diagnosis and treatment for all common pulmonary diseases and disorders. This conveniently organized guide is the best quick reference for physicians who treat pulmonary problems. CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Pulmonary Medicine features: Forty-two chapters of practical help with pulmonary medicine Easy-access organization by procedure, anatomical structure, and disease Concise yet complete coverage of evaluation, history-taking, and examination Diagnosis and treatment help with all commonly encountered pulmonary diseases, including asthma; viral, bacterial, and mycobacterial infections; interstitial, vascular, and ventilatory control disorders; cystic fibrosis; neoplasms; diseases of the mediastinum; and pulmonary hypertension “Essentials of Diagnosis” for every disease Easy-access information on diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests Abundant diagnostic and treatment algorithms Detailed advice on acute and chronic respiratory failure and mechanical ventilation In-depth coverage of occupational and environmental lung diseases, including practical diagnostic and treatment plans Expert advice on common conditions such as sleep apnea and non-pulmonary diseases that affect breathing 250 helpful photos and illustrations Concise, current, and comprehensive review of pulmonary practice Helpful references to important new sources

Download or read book Diagnostic Tests in Pediatric Pulmonology written by Stephanie D. Davis and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-11-10 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the past 20 years, diagnostic tests for pediatric pulmonologists have revolutionized care of children afflicted with respiratory disorders. These tests have been used to not only help in diagnosis, but also in the management and treatment of these children. Bronchoscopic, imaging and physiologic advances have improved clinical care of these children and have been used as outcome measures in research trials. Diagnostic Tests in Pediatric Pulmonology: Applications and Interpretation describes the various diagnostic modalities (especially the newer ones) that are available for the evaluation of pediatric respiratory disorders. It also provides an understanding of the advantages and limitations of each test so that the clinician may choose the most appropriate ones. An internationally renowned group of authors describe how best to interpret the key findings in a variety of tests as well as the possible pitfalls in incorrect interpretation. This volume focuses on the main diagnostic modalities used in the evaluation of pediatric patients with respiratory disorders and presents up-to-date information on the advantages and limitations of each test for a variety of conditions encountered in the practice of pediatric pulmonology. Clinical utility of these tests is also highlighted. This valuable resource is well suited to practicing clinicians, including pediatric pulmonologists, pediatricians and primary care practitioners, as well as trainees, respiratory therapists and clinical researchers.

Download or read book Physical Exploration and Diagnosis of Diseases Affecting the Respiratory Organs written by Austin Flint and published by . This book was released on 1856 with total page 652 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book ERS Handbook of Respiratory Medicine written by Paolo Palange and published by European Respiratory Society. This book was released on 2019-09-01 with total page 891 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The European Respiratory Society (ERS) Handbook of Respiratory Medicine, now in its third edition, is a concise, compact and easy-to-read guide to each of the key areas in respiratory medicine. Its 20 sections, written by clinicians and researchers at the forefront of the field, explain the structure and function of the respiratory system, its disorders and how to treat them. The Handbook is a must-have for anyone who intends to remain up to date in the field, and to have within arm's reach a reference that covers everything from the basics to the latest developments in respiratory medicine.

Download or read book Clinical Methods in Respiratory Medicine written by Jyotirmoy Pal and published by JP Medical Ltd. This book was released on 2018-06-30 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a complete guide to the investigation, diagnosis and management of respiratory disorders. Beginning with an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system, the next chapters discuss the clinical diagnosis of different disorders including chest pain, dyspnea, cough, and hemoptysis. The following chapters cover examination and diagnostic tools, providing detail on different techniques such as sputum examination, chest X-ray, arterial blood analysis, spirometry, and CT scans. The book places emphasis on signs and symptoms, investigation techniques and clinical data analysis. More than 200 X-rays, CT scan images, clinical photographs and tables, further enhance the comprehensive text. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of respiratory disorders Emphasis placed on signs and symptoms, investigation techniques and clinical data analysis In depth coverage of diagnostic tools including imaging, sputum examination and arterial blood analysis Highly illustrated with X-rays, CT scan images, clinical photographs and tables

Download or read book Rapid On Site Evaluation ROSE in Diagnostic Interventional Pulmonology written by Jing Feng and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-03-06 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive overview of the "real-time accompany technique" for diagnostic interventional pulmonology, known as rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE). It also offers readers a detailed understanding of how to interpret ROSE cytological slides, which is key to the interventional procedure itself and valuable in the analysis of the infectious disease status. The first part discusses the ROSE procedure, clarifying the role of ROSE in the diagnosis of respiratory diseases, while further sections address correct work processes and the implications of ROSE, incorporating multidisciplinary perspectives on respiratory diseases, interventional pulmonology, pathology, clinical microbiology and infectious diseases. This helps practitioners, such as pulmonologists, interventional physicians, radiologists, critical care physicians, haematologists and rheumatologists, establish standardized clinical practices. The book also covers detailed clinical workups, including presentations of lesions, which are of interest to physicians from other specialties.

Download or read book Pulmonary Function Tests in Clinical Practice written by Ali Altalag and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-12-10 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and updated book provides a simplified approach to interpreting most diagnostic tests in the field of respiratory medicine. Easy to understand and practical, it contains more than 125 illustrated diagrams and over 50 tables with essential information that summarize the various diagnostic tests and interpretative approaches in a simple and understandable fashion. Of special note are chapters on exercise testing and diagnostic tests for sleep disorders, the latter a new and emerging field. This new edition contains revised information based on the newest ATS guidelines. Pulmonary Function Tests in Clinical Practice Second Edition assists residents and fellows in internal medicine, pulmonology, allergology and critical care by explaining the key information obtained from lung volume measurement and increases understanding of pulmonary function tests within the modern diagnostic armamentarium.

Download or read book Diagnosis of Diseases Affecting the Respiratory written by Austin Flint and published by . This book was released on 1856 with total page 678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Respiratory Diseases Contemporary Diagnosis and Treatment written by Stephen Rogers and published by Foster Academics. This book was released on 2019-06-05 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diseases related to the organs and tissues involved in gas exchange are called respiratory diseases. They involve the conditions associated with the upper respiratory tract, bronchi, pleura, alveoli, trachea, bronchioles and pleural cavity. Common cold is one of the most common respiratory disease. Other severe respiratory conditions include acute asthma, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism and lung cancer. Pulmonology is the field of medicine dealing with respiratory diseases. Some of the common tests used for diagnosing respiratory diseases include blood tests, chest X-ray, bronchoscopy, ultrasound, computed tomography scan and pulmonary function test. Medications include the intake of antibiotics and leukotriene antagonists, and the inhalation of bronchodilators and steroids. Different approaches, evaluations, methodologies and advanced studies on respiratory diseases have been included in this book. It includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases. With state-of-the-art inputs by acclaimed experts of this field, this book targets students and professionals.

Download or read book Improving Diagnosis in Health Care written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2015-12-29 with total page 473 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting the right diagnosis is a key aspect of health care - it provides an explanation of a patient's health problem and informs subsequent health care decisions. The diagnostic process is a complex, collaborative activity that involves clinical reasoning and information gathering to determine a patient's health problem. According to Improving Diagnosis in Health Care, diagnostic errors-inaccurate or delayed diagnoses-persist throughout all settings of care and continue to harm an unacceptable number of patients. It is likely that most people will experience at least one diagnostic error in their lifetime, sometimes with devastating consequences. Diagnostic errors may cause harm to patients by preventing or delaying appropriate treatment, providing unnecessary or harmful treatment, or resulting in psychological or financial repercussions. The committee concluded that improving the diagnostic process is not only possible, but also represents a moral, professional, and public health imperative. Improving Diagnosis in Health Care, a continuation of the landmark Institute of Medicine reports To Err Is Human (2000) and Crossing the Quality Chasm (2001), finds that diagnosis-and, in particular, the occurrence of diagnostic errorsâ€"has been largely unappreciated in efforts to improve the quality and safety of health care. Without a dedicated focus on improving diagnosis, diagnostic errors will likely worsen as the delivery of health care and the diagnostic process continue to increase in complexity. Just as the diagnostic process is a collaborative activity, improving diagnosis will require collaboration and a widespread commitment to change among health care professionals, health care organizations, patients and their families, researchers, and policy makers. The recommendations of Improving Diagnosis in Health Care contribute to the growing momentum for change in this crucial area of health care quality and safety.