Publisher's Synopsis
This clinically-based text takes the reader through the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the cardiac and pulmonary systems, and covers assessment and treatment of cardiopulmonary disorders. Numerous certified clinical specialists have collaborated to create this well-balanced reference source. Helpful case studies give the reader a true clinical picture and concise summaries at the end of every chapter reinforce what the reader has learned. Numerous figures and tables provide a clear picture of each concept.
