. Intended to aid and promote the appropriate interpretation of blood gas measurements in the acute clinical setting. . Reviews basic physiology as well as pathophysiology.
. Stresses clinical applications including 21 case studies.
. Fifth edition reading level has been raised to be more appropriate and acceptable to medical markets: anesthesiology, pulmonology, critical care.
. Third section is directed toward the resident and physician.
. Student workbook.
. Special two-color printing improves readability.
. Part I covers only traditional nomenclature and will not cover controversial material.
. 37 new illustrations.
. Material on assessment has been broken down into a new section to strengthen emphasis on this timely subject.
