West’s Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials, 11th Edition
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For over 40 years, West’s Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials has been an essential resource for medical students, allied health professionals, and anyone interested in mastering respiratory physiology. This comprehensive text serves not only as a foundational guide for students but also as a quick review tool for residents and fellows in pulmonary medicine, critical care, anesthesiology, and internal medicine preparing for licensing exams and board certifications.
Key Features of the Eleventh Edition:
- Updated Content: The latest edition includes significant updates on blood-tissue gas exchange, mechanics of breathing, control of ventilation, and the respiratory system’s response to stress, ensuring you have the most current knowledge in pulmonary physiology.
- Clinical Vignettes: Engage with clinical scenarios that emphasize the practical application of physiological concepts, reinforcing critical thinking and reasoning skills essential for healthcare professionals.
- USMLE-Style Questions: Over 100 multiple-choice questions modeled after USMLE exams, complete with thorough explanations, are included to help you test your knowledge and prepare effectively for exams.
- Enhanced Learning Objectives: Each chapter begins with clear learning objectives and includes additional content designed to improve understanding of key topics in respiratory physiology.
- Comprehensive
Authors:
John B. West MD PhD DSc (Author)
Edition:
Eleventh, North American
Publication Date:
October 7, 2020
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