Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists - Edition 6 - Edited by Kathryn Panasci, PT, DPT and Kristin C. Greenwood, PT, DPT, EdD, MS Elsevier Educate

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Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists,

Edition 6

Edited by Kathryn Panasci, PT, DPT and Kristin C. Greenwood, PT, DPT, EdD, MS

Publication Date: 19 Sep 2025

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Master the essential information you need to know to effectively treat and manage patients in the complex acute care environment with Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, Sixth Edition. This easy-to-follow guide is the perfect resource to help you better understand and interpret hospital protocol, safety guidelines, medical terms, and the many aspects of patient care in the hospital setting — from the emergency department to the intensive care unit to the general hospital floors. Featuring extensively updated content that reflects the latest evidence-based information, this edition contains everything needed for success in today’s fast-paced acute care environment.

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NEW! Chapters cover interprofessional practice and psychological and mental health
NEW! Content addresses emerging topics in post intensive care syndrome and COVID
UPDATED! Enhanced focus on transition to practice helps ensure you are confident and prepared for the clinical setting
NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features reflection questions and a study guide, plus digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Evidenced-based information ensures you are equipped with the knowledge needed to manage the acuity of patients in the acute care environment
Up-to-date content on medications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, and medical interventions relevant to the acute care physical therapist
Easy-to-read algorithms, tables, boxes, and clinical tips highlight key information for quick reference

About the author

Edited by Kathryn Panasci, PT, DPT, Certified Wound Specialist (CWS), Associate Professor, Assistant Dean for Interprofessional Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas; Kristin C. Greenwood, PT, DPT, EdD, MS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) Emeritus and Provost and Senior Vice President , Academic Affairs, Mercy University, New York

Part 1: Introduction
1. The Acute Care Environment
2. Physical Therapy Practice in Acute Care

Part 2: Body Systems
3. Cardiac System
4. Pulmonary System
5. Musculoskeletal System
6. Nervous System
7. Vascular, Hematology, and Lymphatic Systems
8. Integumentary System
9. Gastrointestinal System
10. Genitourinary System
11. Endocrine System
12. Immune System and Infectious Disease
13. Psychological System

Part 3: Health Conditions
14. Oncology
15. Organ Transplantation
16. Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
17. Limb Loss

Part 4: Interventions
18. Medical-Surgical Equipment in the Acute Care Setting
19. Pharmacologic Agents
20. Pain Management and Anesthesia
21. Airway Clearance
22. Outcome Measures

ISBN: 9780443116056

Page Count: 608

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Physical Therapy (DPT) students; Physical Therapists

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