Handbook of adult & pediatric respiratory home care

This handbook aims to assist the home healthcare nurse in treating the patient with chronic respiratory problems in the home setting. It addresses all aspects of respiratory home care, including assessment, physical problems, psychosocial issues and treatment modalities. The book is designed for easy access to information, with numerous tables and lists for quick reference, and takes a problem-solving approach, addressing areas of nursing management rather than specific respiratory diseases. Chapters on assessment focus on aspects of physical, social, and environmental assessment relevant to the home setting.