Assisted Ventilation of the Neonate E-Book

The 6th Edition of Assisted Ventilation of the Neonate, edited by Drs. Jay P. Goldsmith, Edward Karotkin, Gautham Suresh, and Martin Keszler, is the definitive reference for neonatal respiratory care in the NICU. This extensively updated edition combines comprehensive coverage of basic and advanced ventilatory support with the latest evidence-based pharmacologic and technological innovations, offering clinicians practical strategies to optimize outcomes and quality of life for newborns. Its updated design and organization facilitate rapid reference in fast-paced clinical settings.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of neonatal respiratory management, including general principles, assessment, diagnosis, monitoring, therapeutic interventions, adjunctive therapies, and special situations.
• Detailed discussion of pulmonary pathophysiology and practical guidance for both basic and advanced respiratory support techniques.
• Reflects modern developments such as non-invasive ventilation, high-flow nasal therapy, volume-targeted ventilation, sophisticated microprocessor-controlled ventilators, and updated oxygenation targets.
• Includes more than 30 appendices with normal values, assessment charts, ICU flow sheets, procedural steps, and printable forms for quick reference.
• Eleven new chapters covering Radiography, Lung Ultrasound and Other Imaging Modalities; Non-invasive Monitoring of Gas Exchange; Airway Evaluation; Special Ventilation Techniques; Cardiovascular Therapy and PPHN; and Quality Improvement in Respiratory Care.
• Addresses ethical and legal considerations in neonatal mechanical ventilation.
• Features new chapter-opening summaries highlighting key points for faster orientation.
• Expert Consult™ eBook included for searchable access to all text, figures, and references across multiple devices.
• Designed for neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and NICU clinicians seeking a practical, up-to-date guide to contemporary neonatal ventilatory care.