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Book Detail
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Respiratory Disorders Sourcebook, 6th Ed.
Chambers, James, Ed.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780780817234 Category: ConsHlth: Respiratory
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Synopsis:
A person can take in, on average, 12-20 breaths a minute, or approximately 17,000-30,000 breaths a day. When the respiratory system is working properly, most of this work is done automatically; however, for millions of people with respiratory disorders, meeting the body's vital need to take in life-sustaining oxygen and remove carbon dioxide becomes a challenge. Infections can cause mucus that narrows the airways and asthma triggers can cause muscles around the airways to tighten, restricting airflow. In addition, long-term exposure to toxins, such as cigarette smoke, air pollution, and chemical fumes, can lead to a condition called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a progressive disease that affects millions of Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. Respiratory Disorders Sourcebook, Sixth Edition provides updated information about the causes, triggers, and treatments of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the respiratory system, including asthma, COPD, influenza, pneumonia, sinusitis, and tuberculosis (TB). It also discusses other conditions that impair a person's ability to breathe, such as cystic fibrosis (CF), lung cancer, and traumatic lung disorders. Lab and imaging tests used to diagnose respiratory disorders are explained, and a separate part deals with breathing problems in children. The book also offers tips for living with chronic lung conditions, a glossary of related terms, and a directory of helpful organizations.
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