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Thoroughly updated, the Sixth Edition covers the essential information in respiratory physiology in a well-organized, concise format. Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials is an introductory text written by Dr. West, a well-respected leader in the field. Updated sections include pulmonary capillaries, diffusion of carbon dioxide, hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction, pulmonary edema, and a new chapter focusing on control of ventilation. Numerous illustrations, improved two-color diagrams, self-study review questions, and a helpful index detailing symbols, units, and equations help facilitate rapid learning of the material. All of the diagrams have been improved by adding a second color.
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Presents essentials of the function of the respiratory system for medical students, health science students, residents, and practitioners. Contains chapters on areas including structure and function, ventilation, diffusion, gas transport by blood, blood flow and metabolism, ventilation-perfusion relationships, mechanics of breathing, the respiratory system under stress, and tests of pulmonary function. Includes appendices of questions and answers, and b&w microscopic images. This sixth edition features a two-color layout, and text and diagrams revised for clarity. The author is a professor of medicine and physiology at UC-San Diego School of Medicine. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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