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Pulmonary Mechanics and Physiology
1. Introduction to Pulmonary Mechanics and Physiology
2. Physical Principles Governing Pulmonary Function
3. Functional Anatomy of the Respiratory System
4. Mechanics of Breathing
5. Respiratory System Pressures
6. Static Lung Mechanics
7. Dynamic Lung Mechanics
8. Ventilation Mechanics
9. Ventilation-Perfusion Relationships
10. Respiratory Control Mechanisms
11. Clinical Assessment of Pulmonary Mechanics
12. Pathophysiology of Pulmonary Mechanical Disorders
5.
Respiratory System Pressures
5.1.
Pressure Definitions and Measurements
5.1.1.
Atmospheric Pressure
5.1.2.
Alveolar Pressure
5.1.3.
Intrapleural Pressure
5.1.4.
Transpulmonary Pressure
5.1.5.
Transthoracic Pressure
5.2.
Pressure Relationships
5.2.1.
Pressure Gradients
5.2.2.
Driving Forces for Airflow
5.2.3.
Pressure Changes During Breathing Cycle
5.3.
Clinical Pressure Measurements
5.3.1.
Esophageal Pressure
5.3.2.
Mouth Pressure
5.3.3.
Body Plethysmography
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