Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology - Softcover

"I am excited about this manuscript and hope that it quickly becomes a new edition for use. The clinical connections are a wonderful addition and along with the colorful, accurate graphics make this a valuable addition to any textbook collection."Stacia E. Biddle, Assistant Professor of Respiratory Therapy, The University of Akron, Akron, OH

"This textbook presents essential cardiopulmonary concepts in a well organized, clearly stated format. The concepts are further clarified with detailed illustrations, tables and examples of mathematical calculations. Clinical Connections throughout the chapters challenge students to apply their new knowledge and help them envision the clinical usefulness of these (sometimes difficult) concepts."Meg Trumpp, MEd, RRT, AE-C, Program Director, Respiratory Care Newman University Wichita, KS

Now in its 6th edition, the best-selling text, CARDIOPULMONARY ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY, equips students with a rock-solid foundation in anatomy and physiology to help prepare them for careers as respiratory therapists. Extremely reader friendly, this proven, innovative text delivers the most complete and accurate information about the structure and function of the respiratory system in an approachable manner. Clear and concise, it presents complicated concepts in an easy-to-read, understandable format utilizing a full color design and strong pedagogy, so that students can readily apply what they learn when they graduate and start their professional careers. Newly integrated throughout the text, Clinical Connections provide direct links between chapter concepts and real-world applications in the clinical setting. New and redrawn full color illustrations provide the level of detail necessary to facilitate understanding of core concepts.