Basic Respiratory Physiology

Aimed primarily at students, this text considers conceptual and qualitative aspects of respiratory physiology. Amongst the areas covered are the chest wall function and the importance of the abdomen, the regulation of breathing, pulmonary circulation and acid-base balance.

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A comprehensive textbook for students providing a concise but thorough explanation of conceptual and quantitative aspects of respiratory physiology. Directed firmly towards the student market this book especially covers: chest wall function and the importance of the abdomen as part of the chest wall, a more modern approach to the regulation of breathing, expanded discussion of the pulmonary circulation and adoption of the new and much clearer teaching of acid-base balance. Features: * The author is highly regarded in his field * Concise summaries at the start of each chapter - ideal for study/revision purposes * Self-assessment questions and problems at the end of each chapter * Easy-to-understand, student orientated style which uses contemporary terminology, abbreviations and symbology