Pulmonary Assessment And Management Of Patients With Pediatric Neuromuscular Disease

Pulmonary Assessment and Management of Patients with Pediatric Neuromuscular Disease covers the broad medical problems and specific pulmonary conditions in patients with pediatric neuromuscular disease, ranging from the different types of neuromuscular disease, their pathophysiology, and assessment and management, including both novel disease modifying pharmacotherapies and state-of-the-art clinical management. This book provides evidence-based guidance for pediatric patients with neuromuscular disease, and is a valuable resource to pediatric pulmonologists, critical care physicians, and respiratory therapists who want an update and understanding on the cutting-edge therapies and standards of care for managing this population. Provides a single comprehensive source of information to properly guide pulmonary assessments of pediatric neuromuscular disease Discusses recent advancements in both medications and clinical respiratory management for pediatric patients Covers different types of neuromuscular disease, including spinal muscular atrophy, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, congenital muscular dystrophy, and more

In neuromuscular disorders beginning in childhood, the involvement of respiratory muscles is common. Deterioration of respiratory function occurs insidiously, contributes to significant morbidity, and is often responsible for mortality. Since symptoms of respiratory involvement are not obvious, especially in the presence of maintained ambulation, respiratory failure must be systematically searched for in order to allow early care. The key to care of respiratory problems in neuromuscular disorders is a preventive approach. Careful monitoring of symptoms, regular assessment of pulmonary function, appropriate presurgical management, and aggressive treatment of respiratory infections must be considered a standard of care.

Student Resources online at DavisPlus--Redeem the Plus Code, inside new, printed texts, to gain access. Davis Digital Version lets you access your complete text online. Student questions and Interactive Case Studies offer additional practice. Comprehensive coverage of pediatric and neonatal diseases, including perinatal lung diseases - common neonatal complications - congenital diseases - pediatric pulmonary and upper airway diseases - and neuromuscular disorders. A consistent presentation in each disease chapter enhances your knowledge and skills... Unfolding clinical case studies in every chapter familiarize you with real-world patient experiences to enhance your critical-thinking skills and help you apply your knowledge to practice. In-depth discussions cover the background, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, management and treatment, and the course and prognosis for each disease. "Clinical Variations" describe aspects of diseases, patient assessments, and diagnostic tools that may be misunderstood or overlooked. "Evidence in Practice" introduces new and developing methods for managing patients and diseases. "Teamwork" presents important concepts and best practices on how to work well in a team. "Special Populations" identifies patient demographics that may require you to employ special care or considerations for your patients. Multiple-choice review questions at the end of every chapter help you assess your progress.

With the in-depth coverage you need, this text helps you provide quality treatment for neonates, infants and pediatric patients. It discusses the principles of neonatal and pediatric respiratory care while emphasizing clinical application. Not only is this edition updated with the latest advances in perinatal and pediatric medicine, but it adds a new chapter on pediatric thoracic trauma plus new user-friendly features to simplify learning. A comprehensive approach covers all of the major topics of respiratory care for neonates, infants and children, including both theory and application Exam preparation is enhanced by the inclusion of the content in the exam matrix for the NBRC’s neonatal/pediatric specialty exam. A streamlined, logical organization makes it easy to build a solid foundation of knowledge. Unique Pediatric Thoracic Trauma chapter focuses on common forms of thoracic trauma, a condition that accounts for 5-10% of admissions to pediatric trauma centers. Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter highlight what you should learn by breaking down key content into measurable behaviors, criteria, and conditions. Assessment questions in each chapter are written in the NBRC multiple-choice style as found on the neonatal and pediatric specialty exam, with answers, page references, and rationales available on a companion Evolve website. Case studies help you master the more difficult areas of care for neonatal and pediatric disorders. New learning features and a fresh look make this text easier to study and use. A companion Evolve website includes links to related sites for further research and study.

New Quality and Safety chapter addresses quality care for the neonatal/pediatric patient. New 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.

SECTION 1: General Considerations SECTION 2: Investigations in Pulmonology SECTION 3: Respiratory Infections SECTION 4: Asthma SECTION 5: Noninfectious Diseases SECTION 6: Congenital Malformations SECTION 7: Pleural Diseases SECTION 8: Neoplasms SECTION 9: Intensive Care in Pulmonology SECTION 10: Therapeutics

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