Thoracic Surgery

An extensively-ilustrated research-based text providing an up-to-date and practical guide for nurses working in the area of thoracic surgery. It is also designed to be a reference work for surgical wards, operating departments and rehabilitation units. The aim of this book is to provide a clear and authoritative guide to the treatment and care required by patients for whom thoracic surgery is recommended. The author discusses relevant anatomy and physiology, necessary investigations, respiratory failure, the use of oxygen and mechanical ventilation. Other topics include discussion of the dynamics of acid-base balance and the management of intercostal drains.