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Book Detail
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Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials
West, John B.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780683089370 Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Affiliation: University of California - San Diego, School of Medicine Dimensions: 9.0 x 0.3 x 5.9 in
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Synopsis:
Thoroughly updated, the Sixth Edition covers the essential information in respiratory physiology in a well-organized, concise format. Respir atory Physiology: The Essentials is an introductory text written by Dr . West, a well-respected leader in the field. Updated sections include pulmonary capillaries, diffusion of carbon dioxide, hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction, pulmonary edema, and a new chapter focusing on cont rol of ventilation. Numerous illustrations, improved two-color diagram s, self-study review questions, and a helpful index detailing symbols, units, and equations help facilitate rapid learning of the material. All of the diagrams have been improved by adding a second color.
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