Special Tests of the Cardiopulmonary, Vascular, and Gastrointestinal Systems
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| Rating | : | 4.66 (588 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1556429665 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Excellent book for clinicians and students in health care I highly recommend this book for clinicians and students in the health care professions. The book is very easy to use and covers many practical tests. Great book for physical therapists!
Each major body region covered also includes a brief section on its history.Features: • Includes more than 95 different tests and exam procedures such as Respiratory Rate Rhythm, Carotid Artery Auscultation, Ankle-Brachial Index Test, Palpation of Abdominal Organs and Aorta, Two-and Six-Minute Walk Tests, the Talk Test, and Non-Exercise VO2max Tests • More than 125 photographs and illustrations, including “how-to” photographs. . • Includes 6 appendices covering topics such as Maximal Aerobic Power, Treadmill Calibration, and Astrand-Rhyming Nomogram
Hinman has been involved in physical therapy education for 30 years and has served as an educational consultant and accreditation reviewer for numerous physical therapy programs across the United States.. Dr. O’Connell has 30 years of experience as an exercise physiologist and 15 years as a physical therapist. Dr. O’Connell, PT, PhD, CSCS, FACSM is a founding member
Hinman's 34 years of experience as a physical therapist have focused in the areas of wound care, orthopedics, and geriatric wellness. O’Connell received his Bachelor of Science in Physical Education from Manhattan College, his Master of Arts and PhD in Exercise Physiology from Kent State University and the University of Toledo, respectively. Janelle K. Dr. He is an adjunct professor at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah. He obtained a second Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. About the AuthorDennis G. O’Connell has worked in high school and collegiate sports and in athletic training education. In addition to providing pro bono services on-campus, he and his wife, Janelle, created HSU PT Ministries and have served with their students in Guatemala, M