Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of electrical systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. EXTERIOR ELECTRICAL, 3. ALTERNATE POWER SOURCE, 4. INTERIOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, 5. LIGHTING, 6. LIGHTNING PROTECTION.

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of fire protection systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION, 2. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS, 3. FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS, 4. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, 5. COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN BUILDINGS.

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of surgery suites for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. ARCHITECTURAL, 2. INTERIOR DESIGN, 3. HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS, 4. PLUMBING SYSTEMS, 5. LIGHTING AND POWER SYSTEMS, 6. TELECOMMUNICATIONS, AND SPECIAL TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, MONITORING, AND SIGNALING SYSTEMS, 7. FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY, 8. FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAMS.

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in design of hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS, 2. DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, 3. MEDICAL GAS AND VACUUM SYSTEMS, 4. HVAC SYSTEMS, 5. PLUMBING AND PIPING, 6. PLUMBING FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, 7. PLUMBING CRITERIA, 8. PUMBING SCHEMATICS AND SCHEDULES, 9. WATER SYSTEMS, 10. SITE PLANNING, 11. TRANSPORTATION, LOGISTICS, WAYFINDING, 12. WATER SUPPLY.

Clinical Engineering Handbook, Second Edition, covers modern clinical engineering topics, giving experienced professionals the necessary skills and knowledge for this fast-evolving field. Featuring insights from leading international experts, this book presents traditional practices, such as healthcare technology management, medical device service, and technology application. In addition, readers will find valuable information on the newest research and groundbreaking developments in clinical engineering, such as health technology assessment, disaster preparedness, decision support systems, mobile medicine, and prospects and guidelines on the future of clinical engineering.As the biomedical engineering field expands throughout the world, clinical engineers play an increasingly important role as translators between the medical, engineering and business professions. In addition, they influence procedures and policies at research facilities, universities, and in private and government agencies. This book explores their current and continuing reach and its importance. - Presents a definitive, comprehensive, and up-to-date resource on clinical engineering - Written by worldwide experts with ties to IFMBE, IUPESM, Global CE Advisory Board, IEEE, ACCE, and more - Includes coverage of new topics, such as Health Technology Assessment (HTA), Decision Support Systems (DSS), Mobile Apps, Success Stories in Clinical Engineering, and Human Factors Engineering

Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of air conditioning systems for indistrial buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. COOLING SYSTEM TYPES, 2. HEATING SYSTEM TYPES, 3. FURTHER SYSTEM AND EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITION, 4. AIR CONDITIONING INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS.

Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of air conditioning systems for buildings. Here is what is discussed: 1. COOLING SYSTEM TYPES, 2. HEATING SYSTEM TYPES, 3. FURTHER SYSTEM AND EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITION, 4. PSYCHROMETRIC CHART.

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in communication systems for hospitals and medical facilities. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. COMMUNICATION DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES, 3. TELEPHONE SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS, 4. TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEM (TIS), 5. DEDICATED INTERCOM SYSTEM, 6. ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION (TV) SYSTEM, 7. RADIO FREQUENCY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, 8. NURSE CALL TONE VISUAL (NCTV) SYSTEMS, 9. NURSE CALL AUDIOVISUAL (NCAV) SYSTEMS, 10. PUBLIC ADDRESS (PA) AND PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, 11. RADIO PAGING SYSTEMS, 12. EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE (EMS) COMMUNICATIONS, 13. PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING, 14. SPECIAL MONITORING EQUIPMENT, 15. ELECTRONIC SECURITY SYSTEMS, 16. EMS RECORDER SYSTEM.

As the biomedical engineering field expands throughout the world, clinical engineers play an evermore-important role as translators between the medical, engineering, and business professions. They influence procedure and policy at research facilities, universities, as well as private and government agencies including the Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization. The profession of clinical engineering continues to seek its place amidst the myriad of professionals that comprise the health care field. The Clinical Engineering Handbook meets a long felt need for a comprehensive book on all aspects of clinical engineering that is a suitable reference in hospitals, classrooms, workshops, and governmental and non-governmental organization. The Handbook's thirteen sections address the following areas: Clinical Engineering; Models of Clinical Engineering Practice; Technology Management; Safety Education and Training; Design, Manufacture, and Evaluation and Control of Medical Devices; Utilization and Service of Medical Devices; Information Technology; and Professionalism and Ethics. The Clinical Engineering Handbook provides the reader with prospects for the future of clinical engineering as well as guidelines and standards for best practice around the world. From telemedicine and IT issues, to sanitation and disaster planning, it brings together all the important aspects of clinical engineering. - Clinical Engineers are the safety and quality faciltators in all medical facilities - The most definitive, comprehensive, and up-to-date book available on the subject of clinical engineering - Over 170 contributions by leaders in the field of clinical engineering

Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design of air conditioning systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DESIGN CONDITIONS, 3. REFRIGERANTS, 4. LIFE-CYCLE-COST/ENERGY ANALYSIS, 5. APPROPRIATE SPACES FOR AIR CONDITIONING, 6. MECHANICAL, EQUIPMENT SPACE, 7. HVAC SYSTEM DESIGN FOR FUNCTIONAL AREAS, 8. GENERAL DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS, 9. HVAC SYSTEM CONTROLS, 10. STEAM SYSTEMS, 11. AIR HANDLING AND DISTRIBUTION, 12. MAINTENANCE PROVISIONS, 13. VIBRATION CONTROL, 14. INTERDISCIPLINARY COORDINATION, 15. FUEL STORAGE REQUIREMENTS, 16. VENTILATION DESIGN, 17. PATIENT ISOLATION ROOM DESIGN, 18. REFERENCES.