Acute Care Handbook for Physical Therapists, 6th Edition
Key Features
- 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
Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780443116056 |
|---|---|
| Description Author List | Edited by Kathryn Panasci, PT, DPT; 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 |
| Copyright Year | 2026 |
| Edition Number | 6 |
| Format | Book |
| Trim | 216w x 276h (8.50" x 10.875") |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 600 |
| Publication Date | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Stock Status | Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery |
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PART 1: Introduction
1. The Acute Care Environment
2. Physical Therapy Practice in the Acute Care Setting
PART 2: Body Systems
3. Cardiac System
4. Pulmonary System
5. Musculoskeletal System
6. Nervous System
7. Vascular, Hematology, and Lymphatic Systemsd
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
