Bookedited by Janice Mighten.
Contents:
Anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system / Conrad Bosman
Homeostasis and the respiratory system / Andrew Prayle
Nursing assessment, history taking, and collaborative working / Janice Mighten
Investigations / Alan Smyth, Conrad Bosman & Janice Mighten
Assessment of defects in airflow and lung volume / Haresh Vyas & Caroline Youle
Oxygen therapy / Jayesh Bhatt & Sarah Spencer
Long term ventilation / David Thomas & Beverley Waithe
Management of lung infection in children / Alan Smyth
Pharmacology and the respiratory system / Andrew Prayle & Janice Mighten
Management of asthma and allergy / Jayesh Bhatt, Haresh Vyas & Debra Forster
Complications with lung development & progressive airway injury / Jayesh Bhatt, Chhavi Goel & Sarah Spencer
Inherited lung disease in children / Alan Smyth, Armanni Prasad & Janice Mighten
Lung transplantation in children / Helen Spencer & Katherine Carter
Transition to adult services / Donna Hilton
Professional issues / Janice Mighten
Communication an holistic approach / Phil Brewin.