Asthma |
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Author:
| Holgate, Stephen T. Douglass, Jo |
ISBN: | 978-1-905832-66-8 |
Publication Date: | Jan 2010 |
Publisher: | Health Press Limited
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $25.00 |
Book Description:
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Despite the availability of many effective treatments for asthma, patients' control of the condition is often suboptimal. Now in its third edition, Fast Facts: Asthma delivers a clear practical message - improved asthma control can be achieved through efficient commonsense delivery of asthma care.This highly readable and well-illustrated book examines the essentials of good asthma care, distilled from the latest international guidelines and best available evidence. These include:-...
More DescriptionDespite the availability of many effective treatments for asthma, patients' control of the condition is often suboptimal. Now in its third edition, Fast Facts: Asthma delivers a clear practical message - improved asthma control can be achieved through efficient commonsense delivery of asthma care.This highly readable and well-illustrated book examines the essentials of good asthma care, distilled from the latest international guidelines and best available evidence. These include:- accurate asthma diagnosis- identification of risk factors and triggers- objective assessment of airway inflammation and severity- practical and convenient measurement of lung function- effective delivery of inhaled medication- the recommended stepwise approach to asthma treatment- recognition and treatment of acute asthma attacks- individualized management plans and patient education.The practical applied information presented in this fully updated edition of Fast Facts: Asthma is designed to help healthcare professionals in primary care improve treatment, reduce dependence on reliever medication, achieve near-normal lung function and improve quality of life in all patients with asthma.