Clinical Assessment in Respiratory CareFeaturing a comprehensive, well-organized approach, this resource teaches assessment techniques from the most basic skills to more advanced methods for assessing patients in any clinical setting - from the office to the ICU. The new edition provides even more information on key topics, additional case studies and review materials, and a new glossary. Certain topic areas have been streamlined and reorganized for the most effective presentation of material.
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Contents
Preparing for the Patient Encounter | 1 |
Chapter | 17 |
Vital Signs | 47 |
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