Acute Care Handbook For Physical Therapists

Edited by Kathryn Panasci; Edited by Kristin C. Greenwood
Description:
Master the essential information you need to know to effectively treat and manage patients in the complex acute care environment with Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, Sixth Edition. This easy-to-follow guide is the perfect resource to help you better understand and interpret hospital protocol, safety guidelines, medical terms, and the many aspects of patient care in the hospital setting - from the emergency department to the intensive care unit to the general hospital floors. Featuring extensively updated content that reflects the latest evidence-based information, this edition contains everything needed for success in today’s fast-paced acute care environment. NEW! Chapters cover interprofessional practice and psychological and mental health NEW! Content addresses emerging topics in post intensive care syndrome and COVID UPDATED! Enhanced focus on transition to practice helps ensure you are confident and prepared for the clinical setting NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features reflection questions and a study guide, plus digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud Evidenced-based information ensures you are equipped with the knowledge needed to manage the acuity of patients in the acute care environment Up-to-date content on medications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, and medical interventions relevant to the acute care physical therapist Easy-to-read algorithms, tables, boxes, and clinical tips highlight key information for quick reference
Table of contents:
PART 1: Introduction 1. The Acute Care Environment 2. Physical Therapy Practice in the Acute Care Setting PART 2: Body Systems 3. Cardiac System 4. Pulmonary System 5. Musculoskeletal System 6. Nervous System 7. Vascular, Hematology, and Lymphatic Systemsd 8. Integumentary System 9. Gastrointestinal System 10. Genitourinary System 11. Endocrine System 12. Immune System and Infectious Disease 13. Psychological System PART 3: Health Conditions 14. Oncology 15. Organ Transplantation 16. Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances 17. Limb Loss PART 4: Interventions 18. Medical-Surgical Equipment in the Acute Care Setting 19. Pharmacologic Agents 20. Pain Management and Anesthesia 21. Airway Clearance 22. Outcome Measures
Biographical note:
Certified Wound Specialist (CWS), Associate Professor, Assistant Dean for Interprofessional Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
Endorsement:
Gain the knowledge needed to effectively treat patients in an acute care environment