So you want to be a pulmonary mechanic: A clinical guide

Authors
Warner, DO
Citation
Do. Warner, So you want to be a pulmonary mechanic: A clinical guide, J CLIN M C, 16(5-6), 2000, pp. 417-423
Citations number
8
Categorie Soggetti
Aneshtesia & Intensive Care
Journal title
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MONITORING AND COMPUTING
ISSN journal
13871307 → ACNP
Volume
16
Issue
5-6
Year of publication
2000
Pages
417 - 423
Database
ISI
SICI code
1387-1307(2000)16:5-6<417:SYWTBA>2.0.ZU;2-N
Abstract
This review provides a practical clinical guide to the measurement of pulmo nary mechanics. Although these measurements are now commonly available in a variety of clinical settings, there is considerable confusion regarding th eir interpretation and significance. A basic understanding of the principle s involved will help prevent the misuse of this important information.