TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Chapter 7. Pulmonary Pathology A1 - Wells, Chris L. A2 - DeTurk, William E. A2 - Cahalin, Lawrence P. PY - 2011 T2 - Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2e AB - The goal of this chapter is to provide a review of pulmonary diseases and disorders that impact pulmonary function. The pulmonary system is responsible for the delivery of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide, which is vital for normal cellular function. The lungs also assist the renal system in the regulation and maintenance of acid–base balance. When lung function becomes impaired, multiple systems may be affected. Consequently, it is important that physical therapists have an understanding of lung pathologies and their clinical presentation to perform a thorough evaluation, properly monitor the patient, and design an appropriate treatment plan. SN - PB - The McGraw-Hill Companies CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/10/03 UR - accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=6873392 ER -