PEATE'S BODY SYSTEMS THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
Each of the twelve volumes in Peate's Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.
The Respiratory System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in respiratory care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application.
Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, lung cancer and other respiratory diseases and conditions
Preface Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Anatomy and Physiology The Respiratory System The Upper Respiratory Tract The Lower Respiratory Tract Larynx The Trachea Bronchial Tree Blood Supply Respiration Pulmonary Ventilation Work of Breathing Volumes and Capacities Control of Breathing External Respiration Ventilation and Perfusion Transportation of Gases Transportation of Carbon Dioxide Acid–Base Balance Internal Respiration Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs Chapter 2 Respiratory Assessment Airway Obstruction Rapid Breathing Assessment Objective and Subjective Data Vital signs Assessing Respirations Oxygen Saturations The Patient History Cough The Physical Examination Interpretation of the Findings Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs Chapter 3 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis Management Health Teaching Conclusion References Glossary of terms MCQs Chapter 4 Asthma Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Asthma Asthma Triggers Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical investigations and diagnosis Management Status Asthmaticus Health Teaching Spacers (Aerosol Holding Chambers) Conclusion References Glossary of terms MCQs Chapter 5 Pneumonia Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Pneumonia Community Acquired Pneumonia Hospital Acquired Pneumonia Pathophysiology Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis Management Risk Stratification Supportive Measures Hospital Acquired Pneumonia Nebulisers Advising Patients on Nebuliser Use Care Provision Health Teaching Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs Chapter 6 Lung Cancer Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Lung Cancer Small-cell Lung Carcinoma and Non-small Cell Lung Carcinoma Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis Staging and Grading TNM Staging Management Rapid Diagnostic Centres Surgery Radiation Therapy with Curative Intent Palliative Radiation Treatment Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy Laser therapy, Cryotherapy and Tracheobronchial Stents Palliative Care Health Teaching Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs Chapter 7 Tuberculosis Notifiable Diseases Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Tuberculosis Aetiology of TB Stages or Forms of TB Primary TB Infection Latent TB Active TB Disease Reactivation of TB Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis Management Health Teaching BCG Immunisation Programme Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs Chapter 8 Pulmonary Embolism Deep Vein Thrombosis Venous Thromboembolism Virchow’s Triad Thrombogenesis Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Pulmonary Embolism Prognosis Epidemiology Risk Factors Clinical Presentation Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis Management Urgent Care General Management Anticoagulants Health Teaching Conclusion References Glossary of Terms MCQs MCQ Answers Index
IAN PEATE is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice.
