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ASTHMA EDUCATOR S HANDBOOK
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Learn asthma care essentials -- from top experts at the Partners Asthma Center
"This book teaches physicians and other healthcare professionals how to recognize and treat asthma exacerbations and was inspired by patients and their experiences with this disease. It is designed for informed educators who know a fair amount about asthma while focusing on patient needs. It is an excellent resource for asthma educators. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service
Internists, family physicians, physician's assistants, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists will find this unparalleled, authoritative guide has everything needed to understand and treat asthma in children and adults.
Ideal for preparing for certification as an asthma educator (AE-C), The Asthma Educator's Handbook includes important information such as:
How to develop an asthma action plan based on the principles of assessing and treating asthma attacks Diagnosis and staging ambulatory asthma treatment Inhalers and inhalation aids Managing asthmatic attacks Chapter-ending Q&As that simulate the types of questions likely to appear on the National Asthma Educators Certification Board ExamCase discussions that test your knowledge by asking you to assume the role of an asthma educator| Author | FANTA |
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| Table Of Content | Part I: The FundamentalsChapter 1. Understanding and Explaining the Mechanisms of AsthmaChapter 2. Diagnosing and Staging the Severity of AsthmaChapter 3. Medications Used to Treat AsthmaChapter 4. Treating Asthma in the Ambulatory SettingChapter 5. Special Considerations in Childhood AsthmaPart II: Practical Aspects of Asthma CareChapter 6. Pulmonary Function Testing and Peak Flow MonitoringChapter 7. Identifying Allergic Sensitivities and Promoting Alergen AvoidanceChapter 8. Inhalers and Inhalational Aids in Asthma TreatmentChapter 9. Managing Asthma AttacksChapter 10. Developing an Asthma Action Plan |
| Publish Date | 2 Jul 2007 |
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