Nunn and Lumb’s Applied Respiratory Physiology (9th Edition)

Description

Nunn’s Applied Respiratory Physiology, Ninth Edition, is your concise, one-stop guide to all aspects of respiratory physiology in health, disease, and in the many physiologically challenging situations and environments into which humans take themselves – coverage is from basic science to clinical applications.

Trusted for over 50 years, this most comprehensive single volume on respiratory physiology will prove invaluable to those in training or preparing for examinations in anaesthesia, intensive care, respiratory medicine or thoracic surgery – as well as an essential quick reference for physiologists and the range of practitioners requiring ready access to current knowledge in this field.

Now fully revised and updated, this ninth edition includes a larger page format for improved clarity, as well as full access to the complete, downloadable eBook version. This incorporates BONUS chapters, handy topic summaries, interactive self-assessment material and a NEW series of expert lectures on key topics. The result is a more flexible, engaging and complete resource than ever before.

Enhancements to this edition include:

• A new dedicated chapter on obesity – covering the effects of this global challenge on the physiology of the respiratory system in health and disease, in both adults and children
• Expanded coverage of the adverse effects of hyperoxia – including the physiology of the now popular technique of high-flow nasal therapy
• A revised section on air pollution – reflecting the growing importance and understanding of the impact of pollution on the lungs and other body systems, along with the latest worldwide guidelines
• Detailed coverage of artificial ventilation during general anaesthesia – covering post-operative respiratory complications and the physiological basis of current best-practice for optimizing ventilation
• Print comes with enhanced eBook – includes access to the complete, fully searchable text, PLUS:
  • bonus chapters
  • handy chapter summaries
  • interactive self-assessment material
  • a NEW series of 25 expert lectures focusing on the most essential topics in respiratory physiology

Table of Contents

1. Part 1: Basic Principles
   1. Functional Anatomy of the Respiratory Tract, 2
   2. Elastic Forces and Lung Volumes, 14
   3. Respiratory System Resistance, 27
   4. Control of Breathing, 42
   5. Pulmonary Ventilation, 59
   6. The Pulmonary Circulation, 73
   7. Distribution of Pulmonary Ventilation and Perfusion, 88
   8. Diffusion of Respiratory Gases, 111
   9. Carbon Dioxide, 122
   10. Oxygen, 136
   11. Nonrespiratory Functions of the Lung, 164
2. Part 2: Applied Physiology
   1. Pregnancy, Neonates and Children, 175
   2. Exercise, 183
   3. Sleep, 191
   4. Obesity, 199
   5. High Altitude and Flying, 205
   6. High Pressure and Diving, 218
   7. Respiration in Closed Environments and Space, 225
   8. Drowning, 233
   9. Smoking and Air Pollution, 236
   10. Anaesthesia, 244
   11. Changes in the Carbon Dioxide Partial Pressure, 268
   12. Hypoxia, 273
   13. Anaemia, 279
   14. Oxygen Toxicity and Hyperoxia, 285
   15. Comparative Respiratory Physiology, 299
3. Part 3: Physiology of Pulmonary Disease
   1. Ventilatory Failure, 316
   2. Airways Disease, 324
   3. Pulmonary Vascular Disease, 339
   4. Diseases of the Lung Parenchyma and Pleura, 349
   5. Acute Lung Injury, 365
   6. Respiratory Support and Artificial Ventilation, 375
   7. Pulmonary Surgery, 398
   8. Appendix A Physical Quantities and Units of Measurement, 412
   9. Appendix B The Gas Laws, 415
   10. Appendix C Conversion Factors for Gas Volumes, 417
   11. Appendix D Symbols and Abbreviations, 418
   12. Appendix E Mathematical Functions Relevant to Respiratory Physiology, 419
   13. Online Content
   14. The Atmosphere
   15. The History of Respiratory Physiology
   16. Test your Knowledge
   17. Access via Expert Consult – see inside front cover for instructions.
   18. Index, 42

Authors Biography

Andrew B. Lumb, MB, BS, FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, St James’ University Hospital; Honorary Clinical Associate Professor in Anaesthesia, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK. and

Caroline R Thomas