Includes bibliographical references and index

Preparing for the patient encounter -- The medical history and the interview -- Cardiopulmonary symptoms -- Vital signs -- Fundamentals of physical examination -- Neurologic assessment -- Clinical laboratory studies -- Interpretation of blood gases -- Pulmonary function testing -- Chest imaging -- Interpretation of electrocardiogram tracings -- Neonatal and pediatric assessment -- Older patient assessment -- Respiratory monitoring in critical care -- Vascular pressure monitoring -- Cardiac output measurement -- Bronchoscopy -- Nutrition assessment -- Sleep and breathing assessment -- Assessment of the home care patient -- Documentation

Abstract: Wilkin's Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, 8th Edition, is the world-leading respiratory care text devoted exclusively to patient assessment. This comprehensive book prepares you to assist physicians in the decision-making process regarding treatment, evaluation of the treatment's effectiveness, and determining if changes in the treatment need to be made. Written by Dr. Albert Heuer, and Dr. Craig Scanlan, it emphasizes learning objectives through well-organized need-to-know information and tips. Plus, this streamlined edition helps you focus on key content and prepare for the CRT credentialing exam by aligning material within the book to the NBRC exam matrices