Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care 13th Edition

Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care is a definitive resource that provides a comprehensive foundation in the principles, science, and clinical practice of respiratory therapy. Widely used in respiratory care education, this text equips students and healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to assess, treat, and manage patients with cardiopulmonary disorders in a variety of clinical settings.

The book covers respiratory anatomy and physiology, pulmonary function, gas exchange, patient assessment, airway management, oxygen therapy, aerosol medication delivery, mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary diagnostics, critical care, neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, respiratory pharmacology, sleep medicine, pulmonary rehabilitation, and evidence-based clinical practice. It also explores patient safety, infection prevention, ethics, healthcare technology, and interprofessional collaboration, emphasizing critical thinking and clinical decision-making throughout.

Featuring detailed illustrations, clinical case studies, and practical applications, this resource bridges the gap between classroom learning and hands-on patient care, making it an essential reference for respiratory therapy students, practicing respiratory therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Key Topics: Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy, Cardiopulmonary Physiology, Respiratory Anatomy, Airway Management, Oxygen Therapy, Aerosol Therapy, Mechanical Ventilation, Noninvasive Ventilation, Pulmonary Function Testing, Arterial Blood Gases, Pulmonary Diagnostics, Respiratory Pharmacology, Critical Care, Neonatal Respiratory Care, Pediatric Respiratory Care, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Patient Assessment, Sleep Medicine, and Evidence-Based Practice.

Subject: Respiratory Therapy, Respiratory Care, Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Cardiopulmonary Science, Allied Health, Nursing, Health Sciences, Medical Education, Clinical Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Biomedical Science, and Healthcare.