Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology: Essentials of Respiratory Care - E-Book, 8th Edition
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- NEW clinical anatomy illustrations and a new design throughout the text help enhance comprehension and visually clarify complex topics
- UPDATED Clinical Connections link chapter content to real-life situations in respiratory therapy
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Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780443281839 |
|---|---|
| Main Author | By Terry Des Jardins, MEd, RRT |
| Copyright Year | 2027 |
| Edition Number | 8 |
| Format | eBook |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 0 |
| Publication Date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |


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1 The Anatomy and Physiology of the Respiratory System
2 Mechanics of Ventilation
3 Pulmonary Function Measurements
4 The Diffusion of Pulmonary Gases
5 The Anatomy and Physiology of the Circulatory System
6 Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transport
7 Acid–Base Balance and Regulation
8 Ventilation-Perfusion Relationships
9 Control of Ventilation
10 Fetal Development and the Cardiopulmonary System
11 Aging and the Cardiopulmonary System
PART II Advanced Cardiopulmonary Concepts and Related Areas—The Essentials
12 Electrophysiology of the Heart
13 The Standard 12-Electrocardiogram Lead System
14 Electrocardiogram Interpretation
15 Hemodynamic Measurements
16 Renal Failure and Its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
17 Sleep Physiology and Its Relationship to the Cardiopulmonary System
PART III The Cardiopulmonary System During Unusual Environmental Conditions
18 Exercise and Its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
19 High Altitude and Its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
20 High-Pressure Environments and Their Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
APPENDICES
Appendix A Symbols and Abbreviations
Appendix B Units of Measurement
Appendix C Poiseuille’s Law
Appendix D DuBois Body Surface Chart
Appendix E Cardiopulmonary Profile
Appendix F PCO₂/HCO₃⁻/pH Nomogram
Appendix G Calculating Heart Rate by Counting the Number of Large ECG Squares
Appendix H Answers to Review Questions in Text

