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Cystic Fibrosis: A Guide for Patient and Familyby David M. Orenstein
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Written by Dr. David Orenstein, director of one of the nation's leading CF centers, this one-of-a-kind guide offers clear explanations and real-world advice on cystic fibrosis and its management. Here you'll find practical and reassuring information on day-to-day concerns--school, travel, exercise, nutrition, medication--as well as on physiological effects, long-term issues, and prospects for a cure. Cystic Fibrosis offers straightforward answers to the questions most frequently asked by patients and families--what causes cystic fibrosis; how it affects body systems; what pharmacological, surgical, and physical therapies are most effective; what roles exercise, diet, and nutrition play; what complications can occur and how they can be managed; when and why a lung transplant should be considered; what psychological effect the disease has on the patient's family; and how the special needs and concerns of adult CF patients can be addressed. The Third Edition is updated and revised throughout. Book News Annotation:This resource explains the mechanisms and the science behind the
disease process, outlines the fundamentals of diagnosis and
screening, and addresses the challenges of treatment for those living
with cystic fibrosis. Seventeen chapters by doctors, nurses, and
other scientists discuss topics like the respiratory system, the
gastrointestinal tract, nutrition, hospitalization, transplantation,
daily life, exercise, genetics, the disease at various life stages,
and research and future treatments. Appendices include a glossary of
terms, a guide to medications, instructions for airway clearance,
suggested high calorie recipes, a history of cystic fibrosis, and a
directory.
Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Written by the director of one of the nation's leading CF centers, this one-of-a-kind guide offers clear explanations and real-world advice on cystic fibrosis and its management, and provides straightforward answers to the questions most frequently asked by patients and families. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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