This convenient, money-saving package is a must-have for students training for a career in Respiratory Therapy. It includes Eagan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care text and workbook.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook Package

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Kacmarek PhD RRT FAARC, Robert M.

Heuer PhD MBA RRT RPFT FAARC, Albert J.

Stoller MD MS FAARC FCCP, James K.

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This money-saving package includes the 10th edition of Kacmarek: Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

A leader in respiratory care education for more than 40 years, Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 10th Edition delivers a comprehensive introduction to the field of respiratory care and keeps you up-to-date on the latest advances and trends in professional practice today. With this new edition, you'll gain a thorough understanding of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs), scientific bases for treatment, and clinical applications. In-depth discussions progress from the principles of respiratory care to applied anatomy and physiology, assessment, discussion of specific respiratory illnesses, basic therapy, acute and critical care, and preventive and long-term care. Egan's is the most recommended and trusted text for NBRC examination preparation. 
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<li>UNIQUE! </li>Egan's trusted reputation as the preeminent fundamental respiratory care textbook delivers comprehensive coverage while keeping you up to date with this ever-changing profession.<li>UNIQUE! Expert authorship from the leading figures in respiratory care ensures critical content is covered thoroughly and accurately. </li> <li>UNIQUE! Mini Clinis give you an opportunity to apply text content to actual patient care through short, critical-thinking vignettes.</li> <li>UNIQUE! Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice. </li> <li>Excerpts of all 49 published Clinical Practice Guidelines provide you with important information regarding indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, and assessment of outcome and monitoring. </li> <li>
Therapist Driven Protocols (TDPs) used by RTs in hospitals to assess patients, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes, are incorporated throughout the text to demonstrate the value of following an established protocol. </li> <li>Learning Objectives </li>highlight key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter in a bulleted section and parallel the three areas tested on the NBRC exam: recall, analysis, and application.</ul>
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Updated content aligned with the 2009 NBRC CRT Summary Content Outline ensures the text is both current and clinically accurate.</li>
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Expanded use of the NBRC Exam Matrix Correlation Chart throughout all Evolve online resources makes test preparation easier. </li>
</ul>

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<li>A full-color format makes the text easier to read and brings out key detail in the illustrations.</li>
<li>Mini-Clinis provide short vignettes applying content in the text to actual patient care, asking you to think critically on problems you may encounter.</li>
<li>Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) cover the steps of patient care with important information on indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, assessment of outcome, and monitoring.</li>
<li>Therapist-Driven Protocols (TDPs) provide decision trees developed by hospitals, helping you to assess patients, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes.</li>
<li>Rules of Thumb highlights rules, formulas, and key points important to clinical practice.</li>
<li>Measurable Learning Objectives parallel the areas tested by the NBRC exam, helping you identify important information that goes beyond memorization and recall.</li>
<li>Key Point summaries in bulleted format help you clearly identify key concepts covered in each chapter.</li>
<li>A Workbook includes a wide range of activities such as NBRC-type multiple-choice questions, case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities, allowing you to apply the knowledge you've gained from the text.</li>
</ul>
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<li>New History of Respiratory Care chapter describes the evolution and challenges of this profession.</li>
<li>Updated content reflects changes in the field, with additions to the text including:</li>
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<li>More coverage of evidence-based care</li>
<li>Information on HIPAA</li>
<li>A discussion of computer applications in a health care setting</li>
<li>An emphasis on how nutrition impacts the respiratory system</li>
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<li>The role of the respiratory therapist in disease management is discussed in the Cardiopulmonary Diseases section.</li>
<li>A new appendix cross-references the NBRC examination matrices for the CRT and RRT to content in the book, making it easier to prepare for the NBRC exams.</li>
<li>New editor Robert Kacmarek, a well-known figure in respiratory care, has joined Robert Wilkins and James Stoller.</li>
</ul>

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Master the patient assessment skills you need to provide effective respiratory therapy! Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, 7th Edition prepares you to assistphysicians as they make treatment decisions, evaluate the effectiveness of treatment, and determine if changes in the treatment need to be made. This edition expands coverage of infection control and cardiopulmonary symptoms, and follows a more logical progression through the many aspects of assessment. Written by Dr. Albert Heuer and Dr. Craig Scanlan, this comprehensive resource also helps you prepare for the NBRC CRT and RRT credentialing exams bycross-referencing material within the book to the NBRC exam matrices.
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<li>A comprehensive approach covers all of the most important aspects of assessment, so you can assess patients effectively.</li>
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Case studies offer real-life clinical scenarios challenging you to interpret data and make accurate patient assessments.</li>
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Assessment questions help you review by reflecting the learning objectives and the NBRC Exam format, with answers including rationales for correct answer options.</li>
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Ask Yourself boxes list questions that you should ask patients (e.g., coughing, sputum, shortness of breath) or ask yourself (e.g., lung sounds you are hearing, blood pressure, respiratory rate).</li>
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Simply Stated boxes highlight and promote understanding of important concepts.</li>
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Learning objectives, chapter outlines, chapter overviews, and key terms lists begin each chapter, preparing you for the key topics and content you will learn. </li>
<li>
Key Point summaries at the end of each chapter emphasize the learning objectives and provide an overview of important material.</li>
</ul>
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NEW! Correlation of content to the NBRC combined CRT/RRT exam matrices is provided on the Evolve companion website, helping you prepare for these difficult exams by cross-referencing material within the book to the NBRC exam matrices for the CRT and RRT credentialing exams. </li>
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NEW! Emphasis on infection control includes expanded content on topics such as the prevention and treatment of VAP (ventilator-associated pneumonia) and nosocomial infections in the hospital and home setting.</li>
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NEW or expanded coverage includes cardiopulmonary symptoms, neurologic assessment, blood gas interpretation, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).</li>
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NEW! Expert authors Albert Heuer and Craig Scanlan are well-known, recognized educators in the field of respiratory therapy.</li>
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NEW! List of common abbreviations on the inside front cover offers quick and easy access to abbreviations and acronyms used in the text and throughout the profession.</li> </ul>

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care

A comprehensive approach covers all of the most important aspects of assessment, so you can assess patients effectively.Case studies offer real-life clinical scenarios challenging you to interpret data and make accurate patient assessments.Assessment questions help you review by reflecting the learning objectives and the NBRC Exam format, with answers including rationales for correct answer options.Ask Yourself boxes list questions that you should ask patients (e.g., coughing, sputum, shortness of breath) or ask yourself (e.g., lung sounds you are hearing, blood pressure, respiratory rate).Simply Stated boxes highlight and promote understanding of important concepts.Learning objectives, chapter outlines, chapter overviews, and key terms lists begin each chapter, preparing you for the key topics and content you will learn. Key Point summaries at the end of each chapter emphasize the learning objectives and provide an overview of important material.NEW! Correlation of content to the NBRC combined CRT/RRT exam matrices is provided on the Evolve companion website, helping you prepare for these difficult exams by cross-referencing material within the book to the NBRC exam matrices for the CRT and RRT credentialing exams.  NEW! Emphasis on infection control includes expanded content on topics such as the prevention and treatment of VAP (ventilator-associated pneumonia) and nosocomial infections in the hospital and home setting.NEW or expanded coverage includes cardiopulmonary symptoms, neurologic assessment, blood gas interpretation, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).NEW! Expert authors Albert Heuer and Craig Scanlan are well-known, recognized educators in the field of respiratory therapy.NEW! List of common abbreviations on the inside front cover offers quick and easy access to abbreviations and acronyms used in the text and throughout the profession.

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)

A leader in respiratory care education for more than 40 years, Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 10th Edition delivers a comprehensive introduction to the field of respiratory care and keeps you up-to-date on the latest advances and trends in professional practice today. With this new edition, you'll gain a thorough understanding of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs), scientific bases for treatment, and clinical applications. In-depth discussions progress from the principles of respiratory care to applied anatomy and physiology, assessment, discussion of specific respiratory illnesses, basic therapy, acute and critical care, and preventive and long-term care. Egan's is the most recommended and trusted text for NBRC examination preparation. UNIQUE! Egan's trusted reputation as the preeminent fundamental respiratory care textbook delivers comprehensive coverage while keeping you up to date with this ever-changing profession. UNIQUE! Expert authorship from the leading figures in respiratory care ensures critical content is covered thoroughly and accurately.   UNIQUE! Mini Clinis give you an opportunity to apply text content to actual patient care through short, critical-thinking vignettes.  UNIQUE! Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice.   Excerpts of all 49 published Clinical Practice Guidelines provide you with important information regarding indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, and assessment of outcome and monitoring.   Therapist Driven Protocols (TDPs) used by RTs in hospitals to assess patients, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes, are incorporated throughout the text to demonstrate the value of following an established protocol.  Learning Objectives highlight key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter in a bulleted section and parallel the three areas tested on the NBRC exam: recall, analysis, and application.Updated content aligned with the 2009 NBRC CRT Summary Content Outline ensures the text is both current and clinically accurate.Expanded use of the NBRC Exam Matrix Correlation Chart throughout all Evolve online resources makes test preparation easier.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study (Retail Access Card)

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study (Retail Access Card)

Designed for optimal student learning for over 40 years, Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 11th Edition provides you with the strong background you need to succeed in the field of respiratory care. Nicknamed "the Bible for respiratory care," it helps you gain a thorough understanding of the role of respiratory therapists, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters correlate to the most up-to-date 2015 NBRC Detailed Content Outline for the TM-CE to successfully prepare you for clinical and credentialing exam success. Always in step with the ever-changing field of respiratory care, this easy-to-read new edition features five new chapters, as well as new information on online charting systems, patient databases, research databases, meaningful use, simulation, and an expanded discussion of the electronic medical record system.
<ul>
<li>User-friendly full-color design</li> calls attention to special features to enhance learning.<li>
Evolve learning resources include PowerPoint slides, Test Bank questions, an English-Spanish glossary, an image collection, a Body Spectrum Anatomy Coloring Book, and student lecture notes that enhance instructors’ teaching and students’ learning.</li>
<li>
Student Workbook reflects the text’s updated content and serves as a practical study guide offering numerous case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities.</li>
<li>
Therapist-Driven Protocols (TDPs) used by RTs in hospitals to assess a patient, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes, are incorporated throughout the text to develop your critical thinking skills and teach the value of following an established protocol.</li>
<li>
Expert authorship from the leading figures in respiratory care ensures that critical content is covered thoroughly and accurately.</li>
<li>
Excerpts of 40 published Clinical Practice Guidelines provide you with important information regarding patient care, indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, and assessment of outcome and monitoring.</li>
<li>
UNIQUE! Egan's trusted reputation as the preeminent fundamental respiratory care textbook for more than 40 years maintains its student focus and comprehensive coverage while keeping in step with the profession.</li>
<li>
Updated content reflects changes in the industry to ensure it is both current and clinically accurate and prepares you for a career as a respiratory therapist in today’s health care environment.</li>
<li>
UNIQUE! Mini Clinis give you an opportunity to apply text content to actual patient care through short, critical-thinking case scenarios. Mini Clinis can also be used as a point of focus in class discussion to strengthen students' critical thinking skills.</li>
<li>
UNIQUE! Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice.</li>
<li>
Bulleted learning objectives aligned with summary checklists tohighlight key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter, paralleling the three areas tested on the 2015 NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination: recall, analysis, and application. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>NEW! Five all-new chapters</li> bring you the most current information on the fundamentals of respiratory care research, flexible bronchoscopy, trauma, burns, near drowning, patient ventilator interaction, and extracorporeal life support (ECLS). <li>
NEW and EXPANDED! The latest information on online charting systems, patient databases, research databases, meaningful use, and simulation, plus an expanded discussion of the electronic medical record system, provides you with the knowledge needed for clinical and examination success. </li>
<li>
NEW! All chapters correlate to the most up-to-date 2015 NBRC Detailed Content Outline for the Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination (TM-CE) so you are prepared to excel on the NBRC credentialing examination. </li>
<li>
NEW! Easy-to-read, updated chapters with new data in respiratory care, a more fluid writing style, and an improved reading level help you better understand difficult concepts.</li>
</ul>

Designed for optimal student learning for over 40 years, Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 11th Edition provides you with the strong background you need to succeed in the field of respiratory care. Nicknamed "the Bible for respiratory care," it helps you gain a thorough understanding of the role of respiratory therapists, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters correlate to the most up-to-date 2015 NBRC Detailed Content Outline for the TM-CE to successfully prepare you for clinical and credentialing exam success. Always in step with the ever-changing field of respiratory care, this easy-to-read new edition features five new chapters, as well as new information on online charting systems, patient databases, research databases, meaningful use, simulation, and an expanded discussion of the electronic medical record system.User-friendly full-color design calls attention to special features to enhance learning.Evolve learning resources include PowerPoint slides, Test Bank questions, an English-Spanish glossary, an image collection, a Body Spectrum Anatomy Coloring Book, and student lecture notes that enhance instructors’ teaching and students’ learning.Student Workbook reflects the text’s updated content and serves as a practical study guide offering numerous case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities.Therapist-Driven Protocols (TDPs) used by RTs in hospitals to assess a patient, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes, are incorporated throughout the text to develop your critical thinking skills and teach the value of following an established protocol.Expert authorship from the leading figures in respiratory care ensures that critical content is covered thoroughly and accurately.Excerpts of 40 published Clinical Practice Guidelines provide you with important information regarding patient care, indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, and assessment of outcome and monitoring.UNIQUE! Egan's trusted reputation as the preeminent fundamental respiratory care textbook for more than 40 years maintains its student focus and comprehensive coverage while keeping in step with the profession.Updated content reflects changes in the industry to ensure it is both current and clinically accurate and prepares you for a career as a respiratory therapist in today’s health care environment.UNIQUE! Mini Clinis give you an opportunity to apply text content to actual patient care through short, critical-thinking case scenarios. Mini Clinis can also be used as a point of focus in class discussion to strengthen students' critical thinking skills.UNIQUE! Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice.Bulleted learning objectives aligned with summary checklists to highlight key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter, paralleling the three areas tested on the 2015 NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination: recall, analysis, and application. NEW! Five all-new chapters bring you the most current information on the fundamentals of respiratory care research, flexible bronchoscopy, trauma, burns, near drowning, patient ventilator interaction, and extracorporeal life support (ECLS). NEW and EXPANDED! The latest information on online charting systems, patient databases, research databases, meaningful use, and simulation, plus an expanded discussion of the electronic medical record system, provides you with the knowledge needed for clinical and examination success. NEW! All chapters correlate to the most up-to-date 2015 NBRC Detailed Content Outline for the Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination (TM-CE) so you are prepared to excel on the NBRC credentialing examination. NEW! Easy-to-read, updated chapters with new data in respiratory care, a more fluid writing style, and an improved reading level help you better understand difficult concepts.

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Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook Package

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook Package

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study (Retail Access Card)

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study (Retail Access Card)

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

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