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Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Mosby
ISBN 13 : 9780323811224
Total Pages : 1400 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (112 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2020-03-09 with total page 1400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the principles and skills you'll need as a respiratory therapist! Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 12th Edition provides a solid foundation in respiratory care and covers the latest advances in this ever-changing field. Known as "the bible for respiratory care," this text makes it easy to understand the role of the respiratory therapist, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters correlate to the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices, preparing you for clinical and exam success. Written by noted educators Robert Kacmarek, James Stoller, and Albert Heuer, this edition includes new chapters on heart failure as well as ethics and end-of-life care, plus the latest AARC practice guidelines. Updated content reflects the newest advances in respiratory care, preparing you to succeed in today's health care environment. UNIQUE! Mini-Clinis provide case scenarios challenging you to use critical thinking in solving problems encountered during actual patient care. Decision trees developed by hospitals highlight the use of therapist-driven protocols to assess a patient, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes. Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice. Learning objectives align with the summary checklists, highlighting key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter, and parallel the three areas tested on the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website include an NBRC correlation guide, image collection, lecture notes, Body Spectrum electronic anatomy coloring book, and an English/Spanish glossary. Student workbook provides a practical study guide reflecting this edition of the text, offering numerous case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities. Available separately. Full-color design calls attention to the text's special features and promotes learning. Glossary includes key terms and definitions needed for learning concepts. NEW Heart Failure chapter covers the disease that is the most frequent cause of unscheduled hospital admissions. NEW Ethics and End-of-Life Care chapter explains related issues and how to help patients and their families. NEW! Improved readability makes the text easier to read and concepts easier to understand. NEW! Updated practice guidelines from the AARC (American Association for Respiratory Care) are included within the relevant chapters. NEW! Updated chapters include topics such as arterial lines, stroke, ACLS, PALS, hemodynamics, polysomnography, waveform interpretation, and laryngectomy. NEW! Streamlined format eliminates redundancy and complex verbiage.

Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Author : Mosby
Publisher : Mosby
ISBN 13 : 9780323046077
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Fundamentals of Respiratory Care written by Mosby and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2009-05-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This valuable, money-saving package includes Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 9th edition and Mosby's Respiratory Care Online for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care (User Guide and Access Code).

Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323292488
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (232 download)

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Download or read book Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-11-27 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do I need to know? Why do I need to know it? And how will I use it? Focusing on the most important concepts in the Egan's 10th Edition text, this workbook helps you answer these questions and develop a deeper understanding of respiratory care through real-life examples, key points, and a wide range of activities. Chapter-specific exercises offer various activities, such as exercises on ethics, equipment, and mathematics. Word Wizard tests your knowledge of key terms. Meet the Objectives gives you a way to assess your learning. Key Points identify key concepts from the chapter. Case studies help you practice critical thinking. Food for Thought offers thought-provoking tips and questions. Information Age highlights all the resources available to you on the web. A Picture is Worth (including Pneumo-nuggets) features a mixture of labeling exercises and "nuggets" of information in the form of tips or questions. Updated content reflects the changes in the 10th edition of the text. 20% more NBRC-style questions help you pass the NBRC examination. More critical-thinking/essay questions allow you to apply your learning.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care E-Book

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 032359798X
Total Pages : 1403 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (235 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care E-Book written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2019-12-18 with total page 1403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn the principles and skills you'll need as a respiratory therapist! Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 12th Edition provides a solid foundation in respiratory care and covers the latest advances in this ever-changing field. Known as "the bible for respiratory care," this text makes it easy to understand the role of the respiratory therapist, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters correlate to the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices, preparing you for clinical and exam success. Written by noted educators Robert Kacmarek, James Stoller, and Albert Heuer, this edition includes new chapters on heart failure as well as ethics and end-of-life care, plus the latest AARC practice guidelines. Updated content reflects the newest advances in respiratory care, preparing you to succeed in today's health care environment. UNIQUE! Mini-Clinis provide case scenarios challenging you to use critical thinking in solving problems encountered during actual patient care. Decision trees developed by hospitals highlight the use of therapist-driven protocols to assess a patient, initiate care, and evaluate outcomes. Rules of Thumb highlight rules, formulas, and key points that are important to clinical practice. Learning objectives align with the summary checklists, highlighting key content at the beginning and at the end of each chapter, and parallel the three areas tested on the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices. Learning resources on the Evolve companion website include an NBRC correlation guide, image collection, lecture notes, Body Spectrum electronic anatomy coloring book, and an English/Spanish glossary. Student workbook provides a practical study guide reflecting this edition of the text, offering numerous case studies, experiments, and hands-on activities. Available separately. Full-color design calls attention to the text’s special features and promotes learning. Glossary includes key terms and definitions needed for learning concepts. NEW Heart Failure chapter covers the disease that is the most frequent cause of unscheduled hospital admissions. NEW Ethics and End-of-Life Care chapter explains related issues and how to help patients and their families. NEW! Improved readability makes the text easier to read and concepts easier to understand. NEW! Updated practice guidelines from the AARC (American Association for Respiratory Care) are included within the relevant chapters. NEW! Updated chapters include topics such as arterial lines, stroke, ACLS, PALS, hemodynamics, polysomnography, waveform interpretation, and laryngectomy. NEW! Streamlined format eliminates redundancy and complex verbiage.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323393853
Total Pages : 1397 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (233 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-02-05 with total page 1397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Laboratory Exercises for Competency in Respiratory Care

Author : Thomas J Butler
Publisher : F.A. Davis
ISBN 13 : 0803639651
Total Pages : 865 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Laboratory Exercises for Competency in Respiratory Care written by Thomas J Butler and published by F.A. Davis. This book was released on 2013-03-08 with total page 865 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rely on this best-selling laboratory manual to provide the hands-on practice you need to confidently perform the most common to complex respiratory procedures for class and clinical. Step-by-step instructions with detailed diagrams and illustrations seamlessly guide you through every procedure. Completely revised and updated, the 3rd Edition reflects the latest technologies and standards of care, including the most current respiratory equipment.

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Mosby
ISBN 13 : 9780323341363
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (413 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A leader in respiratory care education for more than 35 years, this comprehensive textbook lays a strong foundation for a successful career. You'll gain a thorough understanding of the role of respiratory therapists (RTs), a scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications.

Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care E-Book

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323598048
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (235 download)

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Download or read book Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care E-Book written by Robert M. Kacmarek and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2020-01-22 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reinforce your understanding of the concepts and skills described in Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 12th Edition! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in Egan’s market-leading textbook, this workbook prepares you to succeed on certification exams with NBRC-style, case study application, and analysis-style questions. This edition includes two new chapters plus a wide range of activities and exercises to guide you through difficult concepts. Word Wizard helps you remember the terminology used in respiratory care. Key points identify the main concepts to remember in each chapter. Meet the Objectives lets you assess your understanding of the key content in each chapter. Case studies let you apply assessment and intervention strategies, and help you practice critical thinking. What Does the NBRC Say? summarizes the expectations of the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) and provides a sampling of NBRC-style, multiple-choice questions to help students prepare for the certification exam. Food for Thought provides thought-provoking questions related to respiratory care topics. Exercises in each chapter offer hands-on learning with a wide range of activities. NEW Heart Failure chapter reinforces the content in this new chapter of the textbook, challenging you to use recall and critical thinking skills. NEW Ethics and End-of-Life Care chapter helps you understand this issue and how to help patients and their families.

Respiratory Notes

Author : Gary C White
Publisher : F.A. Davis
ISBN 13 : 0803637896
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (36 download)

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Download or read book Respiratory Notes written by Gary C White and published by F.A. Davis. This book was released on 2012-07-10 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This quick-reference tool puts all the respiratory therapy information you need at your fingertips. The procedure-based format includes supporting illustrations, fill-in-the-blank forms, and algorithms to help you study and guide you in practice.

Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book

Author : Robert M. Kacmarek
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323292488
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (232 download)

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Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment

Author : Jimmy M. Cairo
Publisher : Mosby
ISBN 13 : 9780323051767
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (517 download)

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Download or read book Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment written by Jimmy M. Cairo and published by Mosby. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stay ahead of the curve with the most clinically relevant equipment text on the market, now updated with the latest equipment and most in-depth information. You'll appreciate the thorough and systematic coverage of equipment used by respiratory therapists in all areas of practice including neonates and pediatrics, cardiovascular diagnostics, and the growing field of sleep medicine. Chapters combine theory with the latest advances in new devices and techniques, computer-assisted technologies, pharmacological agents, and clinical practice guidelines. Unlike other texts, Mosby's Respiratory Care Equipment explains the mechanics of the equipment while maintaining a focus on the clinical applications. Instead of just reading a technical description of ventilators you'll learn how to select modes, set parameters, monitor the equipment, and respond to alarms. This "how to" approach prepares you to work with the entire spectrum of equipment. UNIQUE! Clinical "how to" approach helps you identify equipment, understand how it works, and apply the information to clinical practice. UNIQUE! Organization of ventilators by application area rather than by manufacturer further emphasizes the clinical focus. UNIQUE! Clinical Rounds boxes introduce you to problems you may encounter when using the equipment in a clinical setting. Chapter assessment questions in NBRC-style multiple-choice and critical-thinking format prepare you for what you'll encounter on board exams. UNIQUE! Historical Notes give you valuable information about the history of respiratory care equipment. UNIQUE! Sleep Diagnostics chapter discusses the impact of sleep disorders on cardiopulmonary function and familiarizes you with polysomnography. UNIQUE! Cardiovascular diagnostics are covered in a chapter devoted exclusively to appropriate use of electrocardiography and hemodynamic monitoring. EVOLVE site for students discusses additional ventilators; instructor resources include an image collection, test bank, Instructor Manual, and PowerPoint presentations. UNIQUE! Two-color design is visually appealing and highlights special features throughout the book. NBRC Clinical Practice Guideline excerpts give you important information on indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment, and monitoring. Internet resources in each chapter lead you to more information on respiratory care organizations and equipment manufacturers. Glossary provides definitions of key terms. NEW content on the latest general use devices; transport, home-care, and alternative ventilators; and neonatal and pediatric ventilators UNIQUE! Chapter on infection control has been updated to cover the role of infection control issues in mass casualty situations. Bulleted key point summaries in each chapter offer a new means of reinforcing your retention of the material, along with chapter outlines, learning objectives, and key terms. NEW Student Workbook available separately

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Author : James K. Stoller
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323933394
Total Pages : 1519 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (239 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care written by James K. Stoller and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2024-01-19 with total page 1519 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the principles and skills you’ll need to succeed as a respiratory therapist! Egan’s Fundamentals of Respiratory Care, 13th Edition provides a solid foundation in respiratory care and covers the latest advances in this dynamic field. For more than 50 years, this text has been the go-to resource to understand the role of the respiratory therapist, the scientific basis for treatment, and clinical applications. Comprehensive chapters prepare you for clinical and exam success by correlating to the 2020 NBRC Exam matrices. The 13th Edition includes updated coverage of COVID-19, the latest AARC clinical practice guidelines, and a new enhanced eBook version included with print purchase. NEW! Enhanced eBook version is included with print purchase, allowing you to access all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud — plus videos, animations, an English/Spanish glossary, and lecture notes. NEW AND UPDATED! All chapters reflect the latest advances in respiratory care. Patient-ventilator interaction chapter contains all new content, and chapters on e-Medicine, pulmonary infections, neonatal and pediatric care, ventilator physiology, and ICU patient monitoring have been fully revised and updated. UPDATED! Coverage of the latest advancements in respiratory care research and patient care addresses key topics, including COVID-19 and other related viruses. Focus on exam preparation with content linked to NBRC credentialing exam matrices and clinical simulations. Expert authorship and a focus on each chapter by and for respiratory therapists helps improve utility and readability. Excerpts of the AARC’s Clinial Practice Guidelines (CPGs) provide important information regarding indications/contraindications, hazards and complications, assessment of need, assessment of outcome, and monitoring. Mini-Clinis — short, critical-thinking case scenarios with Q&A — encourage you to solve realistic problems commonly encountered during patient care. Sample Therapist-Driven Protocol (TDP) algorithms and coverage expose you to the use of decision trees developed by hospitals to promote assessment and evaluation skills in patient care. Rules of Thumb features in each chapter highlight rules, formulae, and key points important to clinical practice and are marked with a special icon for easy identification. Learning Objectives align exactly with the Summary Checklist at the end of each chapter, paralleling the three areas tested on the 2020 NBRC Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination: recall, analysis, and application. End-of-textbook glossary includes key terms and definitions necessary for comprehension of key concepts.

Clinical Practice in Respiratory Care

Author : James B. Fink
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Clinical Practice in Respiratory Care written by James B. Fink and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: tart your students off with everything they need! This practical introduction to the clinical practice of respiratory care presents thorough yet concise coverage of all the essentials. Based on explanation and application of the AARC's latest Clinical Practice Guidelines, the text provides the most current information available. Numerous objectives, examples, cases and problems offer the reader many opportunities for goal-setting, critical thinking and self-assessment. The glossaries and list of references promote further study. All students in the field of respiratory care will benefit from this comprehensive, reliable guide

Respiratory Care: Patient Assessment and Care Plan Development

Author : David C. Shelledy
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN 13 : 1284232581
Total Pages : 1888 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (842 download)

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Download or read book Respiratory Care: Patient Assessment and Care Plan Development written by David C. Shelledy and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2021-02-08 with total page 1888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Respiratory Care: Patient Assessment and Care Plan Development, Second Edition describes the purpose of patient assessment and then guides the reader through the process of reviewing existing data in the medical record

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

Author : Donald F. Egan
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1224 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care written by Donald F. Egan and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 1224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This respiratory care guide covers topics such as: scientific principles; clinical assessment; advanced studies such as pulmonary function and blood gases; equipment usage; and ventilation. The text also presents case studies, learning objectives and key terms.

Respiratory Care Calculations Revised

Author : David W. Chang
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN 13 : 1284204286
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (842 download)

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Download or read book Respiratory Care Calculations Revised written by David W. Chang and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2019-09-16 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Respiratory Care Calculations, Fourth Edition Revised prepares students to calculate those equations correctly, and then interpret that data in a meaningful way. The end result is patients benefiting from accurate answers and appropriate applications of data.

Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care7

Author : Albert J. Heuer
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323100295
Total Pages : 547 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (231 download)

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Download or read book Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care7 written by Albert J. Heuer and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 547 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only respiratory care text devoted exclusively to patient assessment! By performing a thorough patient assessment, you'll be able to assist physicians in the decision-making process regarding treatment, in evaluating the treatment's effectiveness, and in determining if changes in the treatment need to be made. The book's comprehensive approach covers all of the most important aspects and topics of assessment. This edition is streamlined to emphasize learning objectives. And you can prepare for the CRT exam more effectively with the new NBRC Exam Matrix Correlation Guide! A comprehensive approach covers all of the most important aspects of assessment, so you can assess patients effectively. Additional Questions to Ask About 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). 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 and assessment questions reflect and emphasize the key information identified in the learning objectives. Answers to assessment questions help you review by including rationales and page references to the textbook, by reflecting the NBRC format, and by supporting learning objectives. Enhanced Simply Stated boxes emphasize important concepts. Additional case studies help you apply chapter content to clinical scenarios. Content from the text is related to the NBRC exam matrix for the CRT exam on a companion Evolve website, helping you better prepare for the difficult board exams. A new Neurological Assessment chapter focuses on conscious sedation. A discussion of health literacy addresses the importance of determining the patient's level of understanding when conducting a patient assessment. Discussions of the assessment of the obese patient prepare you for some of the unique challenges related to assessing obese patients (e.g., the physical exam and chest x-ray). Key Point summaries in every chapter emphasize the learning objectives and provide an easy-to-find overview. A list of abbreviations common to assessment is included on the inside of the cover for quick reference. Procedure checklists for common assessment procedures are included in a new appendix, with PDFs of the forms available on the Evolve website.