Oxygen in Therapeutics (Classic Reprint)

C. E. Ehinger

ISBN 10: 1528109171 / ISBN 13: 9781528109178

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book offers in-depth knowledge of oxygen and nitrogen monoxide. It begins with a historical overview of their discovery, then explains methods for preparing the gases from readily available chemicals. This includes various techniques for purifying and storing the gases, as well as their safe and effective administration. The author includes clinical case studies to demonstrate the therapeutic value of these gases in various conditions, particularly respiratory ailments such as asthma and bronchitis. The book also explores the use of oxygen in emergencies like asphyxiation and poisoning. By providing a comprehensive guide to the properties, uses, and clinical applications of oxygen and nitrogen monoxide, this book empowers medical professionals to harness the therapeutic potential of these life-giving gases. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781528109178_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Oxygen in Therapeutics (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528109171
• ISBN 13: 9781528109178
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Medicine

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Synopsis

Oxygen in Therapeutics offers a practical guide to the apparatus, materials, and processes used to prepare oxygen and related gases, paired with guidance on how to administer them and observe effects in clinical practice.

Originally published in 1887, this volume compiles the author’s experience with oxygen therapy and outlines hands-on methods, equipment, and safety considerations. It presents a historical view of how oxygen and nitrogen monoxide were prepared, stored, and mixed for therapeutic use, along with illustrative clinical experiences that informed practice at the time.

• How oxygen is produced, purified, and stored, with attention to apparatus design and operation.
• Techniques for delivering oxygen and related gases to patients, including administration details and observed effects.
• Clinical cases and experiences that show potential benefits and cautions in respiratory and systemic conditions.
• Historical context and practical notes for practitioners exploring oxygen therapy in their own work.

Ideal for readers interested in the history and early practice of oxygen therapy, including clinicians, students, and medical historians seeking a hands-on, era-specific perspective.