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Procedures in Phlebotomy
by John C. FlynnIntroducing the practices and procedures of phlebotomy, Procedures in Phlebotomy, 4th Edition provides easy-to-read guidelines for both basic and special phlebotomy techniques. It describes proper procedures for venipuncture, special collection procedures, and pediatric and geriatric considerations, and addresses essential topics such as infection control, OSHA guidelines, and anatomy and physiology. It also discusses professional issues such as interpersonal communication, department management, total quality, and medical-legal topics. Written by expert phlebotomy educator John C. Flynn, Jr., this edition includes more in-depth content, a new chapter on medical terminology, new case studies, and a practice exam that prepares you for the phlebotomy certification exam. - A 150-question practice exam provides a comprehensive review of content and prepares you for the phlebotomy certification examination with questions that mirror the exam's multiple-choice format. - Competency score sheets allow you to evaluate your mastery of newly acquired skills related to the most critical and important steps in phlebotomy procedures. - A color Tube Guide provides a quick reference for determining the type of tube to use for blood collection of common tests. - Review questions at the end of each chapter reinforce your understanding and provide a self-assessment tool. - A glossary provides a quick reference to definitions for all of the book's terms. - A companion Evolve website enhances learning with interactive quizzes and WebLinks for further reading and research. - NEW content includes a new chapter on medical terminology, and also addresses patient quality issues, geriatric considerations, and point-of-care tests. - Case studies with critical thinking questions allow you to apply chapter content to real-life scenarios. - Lists of key terms identify new terminology. - Learning objectives begin each chapter, setting measurable outcomes you will achieve. - Spanish phrases related to phlebotomy are included in the appendix for quick reference.
Clinical Skills for Pharmacists: A Patient-Focused Approach
by Karen J. TietzeCovering the skills needed for pharmaceutical care in a patient-centered pharmacy setting, Clinical Skills for Pharmacists: A Patient-Focused Approach, 3rd Edition describes fundamental skills such as communication, physical assessment, and laboratory and diagnostic information, as well as patient case presentation, therapeutic planning, and monitoring of drug intake. Numerous case examples show how skills are applied in clinical situations. Now in full color, this edition adds more illustrations and new coverage on taking a medication history, physical assessment, biomarkers, and drug information. Expert author Karen J. Tietze provides unique, pharmacy-specific coverage that helps you prepare for the NAPLEX and feel confident during patient encounters. - Coverage of clinical skills prepares you to be more involved with patients and for greater physical assessment and counselling responsibilities, with discussions of communication, taking a medical history, physical assessment, reviewing lab and diagnostic tests, and monitoring drug therapies. - A logical organization promotes skill building, with the development of each new skill building upon prior skills. - Learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter highlight important topics. - Self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter help in measuring your comprehension of learning objectives. - Professional codes of ethics are described in the Ethics in Pharmacy and Health Care chapter, including confidentiality, HIPAA, research ethics, ethics and the promotion of drugs, and the use of advance directives in end-of-life decisions. - Numerous tables summarize key and routinely needed information. - Downloadable, customizable forms on the companion Evolve website make it easier to perform tasks such as monitoring drug intake and for power of attorney.
Preventive Cardiology: Expert Consult – Online and Print (Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease)
by Roger Blumenthal JoAnne Foody Nathan D. WongEndorsed by the American Society for Preventive Cardiology! Preventive Cardiology - a new Companion to Braunwald's Heart Disease - addresses the prevention and risk stratification of cardiovascular disease so that you can delay the onset of disease and moderate the effects and complications. Drs. Roger Blumenthal, JoAnne Foody, and Nathan Wong discuss the full range of relevant considerations, including the epidemiology of heart disease, risk assessment, risk factors, multiple risk factor-based prevention strategies, and developments in genetics and personalized medicine. - Recognize the factors for prevention and risk stratification around cardiovascular disease and effectively delay the onset of disease and moderate the effects and complications, even for individual who are genetically predisposed. - Effectively navigate full range of considerations in prevention from epidemiology of heart disease, biology of atherosclerosis and myocardial infraction, risk assessment—established risk factors and emerging risk factors, multiple risk factor-based prevention strategies, and future directions—through genetics, personalized medicine, and much more. - Tap into the expertise of prominent leaders in cardiovascular disease prevention with guidance from Drs. Roger Blumenthal—longtime director of the Framingham Heart Study—JoAnne Foody, and Nathan Wong. - Gain a deeper understanding of the pathogenesis of disease and the rationale for management through discussions of basic science. - Apply current clinical practice guidelines to ensure optimal outcomes in both primary and secondary prevention.
Exercises in Oral Radiology and Interpretation - E-Book: Exercises in Oral Radiology and Interpretation - E-Book
by Robert P. LanglaisAn effective study tool for mastering radiography, this valuable question-and-answer book reinforces integral skills including film handling, exposures, and clinical technique. Featuring more than 730 new images, this fourth edition has been expanded to include a broader scope of material, as well as more practice opportunities for answering questions and preparing for examinations. New topics include the coverage of errors seen in radiographs, intraoral and panoramic digital imaging, and infection control/radiation health. A comprehensive review for national and state board examinations is also provided. - Radiographs are easy to read and unobscurred, with corresponding line drawings for radiographs that use extensive labeling or arrows. - A comprehensive review for national and state board examinations consists of 475 new questions to help readers excel in these career critical tests. - A unique writing style and humorous interjections help engage individuals who are studying this difficult topic. - Content helps readers learn to recognize and correct errors seen in panoramic radiographs, as well as errors made in film handling and processing. - The basic concepts of panoramic digital imaging and intraoral digital imaging are presented to provide a review of digital image techniques and processing. - Discussions on radiation health reflect current standards and practices to help identify radiologic and infection control procedures for patient and operator protection. - Clinical photographs and questions include the coverage of normal anatomy, intraoral and panoramic clinical technique errors, infection control, and radiation protection. - Many case-based questions have been added to enhance critical thinking and provide a real-life component to text content. - Goals and Learning Objectives are listed for each part, so readers can keep track of areas that require more review. - New figures illustrate the key features more concisely.
Rapid Interpretation of Heart and Lung Sounds: A Guide to Cardiac and Respiratory Auscultation in Dogs and Cats
by Bruce W. Keene Francis W. K. Smith Larry P. Tilley Bernie HansenComposed of a website and a companion book, this package demonstrates how to do accurate clinical evaluations of the heart and lungs in the examining room. The website offers step-by-step instructions on how to identify, interpret, and differentiate heart and lung sounds in dogs and cats. Made by using a heart sound simulator as well as recordings from patients, the website also covers heart murmurs and arrhythmias.The book expands on the website content and offers clear, concise illustrations of electrocardiograms (ECGs) and polarcardiograms (PCGs). It also includes pretests and post-tests to ensure thorough understanding of the material, as well as content on properties of sound, the stethoscope, and keys to successful auscultation. - Heart sound simulator allows you to focus on the heart sounds without the distraction of respiratory sounds or artifacts of hair rubbing against the stethoscope. - Wide variety of heart and lung sounds provides you with real-life cases that are as close to clinical practice as possible. - Pretests may be taken prior to reviewing the book and website to measure how much you already know. - Posttests help determine when the material has been mastered and direct the user to remediation in areas where additional study is needed. - Inclusion of clinically-relevant conditions makes it easy for you to apply this information to day-to-day practice. - Key points called out within the text alert you to potential problems, variations on techniques, and other treatment considerations. Lung sounds added Many more heart sounds Section on murmurs and arrhythmia expended Intros for each sound on the companion website have been expanded to provide more information
Clinical Cases in Ocular Oncology - E-BOOK: Clinical Cases in Ocular Oncology - E-BOOK
by Aparna Ramasubramanian Carol L. ShieldsThe complex area of ocular oncology requires adaptable approaches to treatment depending on the type and anatomical region of the tumor, tumor characteristics, the patient's age, co-morbidities, and response to first-line treatment. Through the use of practical, case-based content, Clinical Cases in Ocular Oncology helps you familiarize yourself with clinical decision making in this challenging field, providing expert guidance on diagnosis, management, and treatment planning. - Includes 66 cases covering a range of patient presentations and scenarios that mirror day-to-day practice. - Covers a variety of ophthalmic tumors, including intraocular melanoma, lymphoma of the eye, retinoblastoma, conjunctiva, choroidal melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, lacrimal gland tumors, and tumors of the eyelid. - Presents each case in an easy-to-read, templated format covering an overview of patient history, questions to ask, assessment, differential diagnosis, multimodal testing and results, management, follow-up care, and key points. - Provides outstanding visual guidance with numerous pathology slides and clinical photos, as well as current diagnostic imaging modalities such as optical coherence tomography (OCT), ultrasound, fluorescein angiography (FA), and indocyanine green angiography (ICG). - Features diagnostic and management algorithms that assist in differential diagnosis and decision making for even the most complex cases.
Handbook of Pediatric Retinal OCT and the Eye-Brain Connection E-Book
by Cynthia A. TothOptical Coherence Tomography (OCT) plays a vital role in pediatric retina diagnosis, often revealing unrecognized retinal disorders and connections to brain injury, disease, and delayed neurodevelopment. Handbook of Pediatric Retinal OCT and the Eye-Brain Connection provides authoritative, up-to-date guidance in this promising area, showing how to optimize imaging in young children and infants, how to accurately interpret these images, and how to identify links between these images and brain and developmental disorders. - Illustrates optimal methods of OCT imaging of children and infants, how to avoid pitfalls, and how to recognize and avoid artifacts - Explains how the OCT image may relate to brain disease and delayed neurodevelopment - Features more than 200 high-quality images and scans that depict the full range of disease in infants and young children - Provides guidance in identifying retinal layers and important abnormalities. - Covers the structural features of the retina and optic nerve head in developmental, acquired, or inherited conditions that affect the eye and visual pathways - Offers practical ways to set up imaging programs in the clinic, operating room, or neonatal nursery
Essential Nursing Skills E-Book: Essential Nursing Skills E-Book
by Maggie Nicol Carol Bavin Patricia Cronin Karen Rawlings-Anderson Elaine Cole Janet HunterThis title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Easy to use and attractively designed in 2 colours throughout, this clinical manual concentrates on the preparation for each skill, the procedure, and post-procedure guidelines. With over 120 essential skills and procedures, written and produced in a clear, consistent style, this book is invaluable in any clinical setting and suitable for all foundation students regardless of their future specialty.•Attractive design – easy to use•Skills explained step by step•Comprehensive list of skills covers all that students will encounter in practice •Points for Practice sections encourage readers to reflect and learn•Further reading and references point to the evidence and knowledge base for each skill.•Al l skills updated to reflect new guidelines and evidence-based practices e.g. recent changes in the Resuscitation Guidelines•Internal design enhanced to improve usability•Annotated further reading•Useful websites
Farr's Physics for Medical Imaging , E-Book: Farr's Physics for Medical Imaging , E-Book
by Alim Yucel-Finn Fergus Mckiddie Sarah Prescott Rachel GriffithsWritten by topic experts, this new edition of Farr's Physics for Medical Imaging is designed specifically for trainee radiologists preparing for the physics component of their FRCR exams. The book effectively explains the principles and techniques behind the most common forms of medical imaging, including X-ray, CT, ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, and fluoroscopy. Trainee radiologists and radiographers will find this an easy to understand and useful adjunct to their exam preparation – even those who haven't studied physics since school. - Designed for those studying for their FRCR part 1 exams – covers everything you need to know - Easy to read and navigate, suitable for those with varying levels of physics knowledge - Written by topic experts - physicists and a radiologist, to make the information more accessible to radiology trainees - Clear line drawings and sample images illustrate the principles discussed - Fully revised and updated - Reflects changes to the FRCR examination - Increased amount of clinical content - Covers new legislation concerning radiological safety - New chapter on radiology information technology
A-Z Midwifery E-Book: A-Z Midwifery E-Book
by Diane M. Fraser Margaret A. CooperWell illustrated with over 170 entries, together with a helpful array of figures, tables and pull-out boxes, this helpful guide includes a wealth of information arranged in a useful A-Z format. Published in conjunction with The Practising Midwife, this publication will be ideal for all midwives – whether qualified or in training – and all other health care professionals working in the maternity environment. - Helpful single entry style enables rapid access to essential information - Clear illustration programme aids understanding of anatomical structures and difficult concepts - Contains useful Further Reading boxes to direct additional study - Over 170 entries provide key coverage of a variety of topics ranging from antenatal screening and clinical procedures, including foetal monitoring, to pain relief, the management of psychiatric disorders, medical emergencies and public health
Athletic and Sport Issues in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
by David J. Magee Robert C. Manske James E. Zachazewski William S. QuillenPart of David J. Magee's Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Series, Athletic and Sport Issues in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation provides expert insight and clear rehabilitation guidelines to help you manage injuries and special medical needs unique to athletic clients. Contributions from leading physical therapists, athletic trainers, and orthopedic surgeons give you a comprehensive, clinically relevant understanding of common sports-related injuries and help you ensure the most effective therapeutic outcomes. - Addresses a broad range of sports-related injuries and conditions - Reinforces key concepts with highlighted content and hundreds of detailed illustrations - Summarizes essential information for fast, easy reference in class or in clinical settings
Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Tests E-Book: Neuromusculoskeletal Clinical Tests E-Book (Physiotherapist's Tool Box)
by Richard Jasper Day John Edward Fox Graeme Paul-TaylorNEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL CLINICAL TESTS: A CLINICIAN'S GUIDE is an essential tool for both students and clinicians working in the orthopaedic/musculoskeletal field. Recalling, applying and interpreting correctly the vast range of clinical tests is a difficult task for even the most experienced clinician. This exceptionally practical book provides a suitable selection of clinical tests, which can be used in either the academic or clinical setting. Consistently structured for easy referral, the text covering each test contains 3 sections – introduction, procedure and findings with interpretations – all backed up by detailed images. This clearly illustrates both the theoretical and practical information for every clinical test included. - Highly illustrated with clear step-by-step guidance - Places each clinical test in context - Sensitivity and specificity values of particular tests - A guide to understanding sensitivity and specificity - Spiral-binding allows for easy, lie-flat reference
Dentistry, Dental Practice, and the Community - E-Book: Dentistry, Dental Practice, and the Community - E-Book
by Brian A. Burt Steven A. EklundThis great resource presents dentistry and dental practice against the ever-changing backdrop of economic, technological, and demographic trends, as well as the distribution of the oral diseases that dental professionals treat and prevent. The text is logically divided into five parts. Dentistry and the Community deals with the development of the dental and dental hygiene professions, demographics of the public, its use of dental services, and the professional role. Dental Practice covers the structure and financing of dental care, the personnel involved in providing that care, and the emerging field of evidence-based dentistry. The Methods of Oral Epidemiology provides a comprehensive assessment of the epidemiology of oral diseases and the determinants of their distribution in society. The Distribution of Oral Diseases and Conditions gives a detailed presentation of how the common oral diseases are distributed in the community. Prevention of Oral Diseases in Public Health discusses methods of preventing oral diseases in dental practice and through public health action. - Thorough explanations of how to read dental literature help readers understand how to draw their own conclusions from the latest studies. - Coverage presents a number of complex problems facing practitioners today regarding access to dental care, and discusses how to solve them by working with public authorities and insurers. - Comprehensive coverage of oral disease distribution helps readers to understand trends and risks they will encounter in the field. - Material on prevention and control of oral diseases provides important information that all dental practitioners should have. - Research designs used in oral epidemology assess the pros and cons of dental indexes available, allowing readers to gain an understanding of the complexities of disease measurement and research. - Detailed content on providing dental care to the American public presents a unique opportunity to learn the system of dental care delivery. - State-of-the-art coverage of mercury issues offer a balanced view of issues like toxicity, potential hazards, review of evidence, and politics. - Ethical guidelines provide a discussion of how ethical principles have evolved over time and the precipitating events that pushed ethical practice into the forefront of health care. - Information on the development of dental professions gives readers insight into how these professions originated and their current state.·Content addresses evidence-based dentistry, and how it can and should become part of the everyday clinical life of the practitioner, since staying current is vital to providing excellent patient care.·Discussions of infection control procedures and the impact of HIV and Hepatitis B incorporate new, updated guidelines in dental health care settings released in 2003.
Pitfalls in Paediatrics - E-Book: Pitfalls in Paediatrics - E-Book
by Alf Nicholson John Murphy Sarah Taaffe Kevin DunneWritten by clinicians with years of experience in paediatrics, this unique textbook is designed to promote quality and safe care of children, and reduce common clinical errors and delayed diagnoses through shared first-hand experiences. This book is for anyone who needs to make a clinical decision about infants and children- be they from a medical, nursing or health professional background. The text is particularly useful for trainees but is also relevant to experienced practitioners. The aim of the book is to prevent errors and ensure safe care. The authors offer practical advice on potential pitfalls and red flags from neonatal care to mental health issues in adolescence . This book takes the reader through recent advances in diagnosis, common presentations and how to identify the sick child, all with case studies and illustrations to bring the text to life.The strengths of the book are: - The ability to learn from other's experiences and mistakes and share this learning - All chapters reviewed by sub-specialists in Paediatrics with a focus on presentations to first responders including family practitioners - Instructive case scenarios highlighting clinical pearls and pitfalls to avoid - High-quality clinical images throughout Unique chapters on: - Safe care for infants and children including the use of artificial intelligence - Avoiding errors - Picking up the sick child with practical tips especially for family doctors and first responders - Potential pitfalls in both the newborn and 6-week examinations - Unravelling the diagnosis in an infant or child with a fever - Key symptoms and signs guiding family doctors to suspect cancer in childhood - Mental health issues in adolescence - Ordering and interpreting tests in children - Surviving and thriving throughout a career in paediatric nursing or medicine
The Simulated Administrative Medical Office - E-Book: The Simulated Administrative Medical Office - E-Book
by Julie PepperGet hands-on practice with 100 realistic medical office tasks! The Simulated Administrative Medical Office, 2nd Edition walks you through 10 days on the job as an administrative medical assistant working in the front office of a medical practice. Using SimChart for the Medical Office (sold separately), this book simulates the tasks you will perform daily, including appointment scheduling, completion of common forms, correspondence, inventory, telephone messages, and coding and billing. Written by educator and practitioner Julie Pepper, this how-to manual provides a practicum-like experience that will build your confidence in using EHR software and help you succeed in your first job. - 100 SimChart for the Medical Office (SCMO) tasks organized into 2 weeks of work each simulate actual office duties, providing practice with patient scheduling, billing, insurance processing, and more. (SCMO sold separately.) - Case-based format applies all tasks to realistic patient encounters, building students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. - Step-by-step instructions simplify the tasks, helping students learn accuracy and speed within a fast-paced medical office. - Online forms and documents simulate the office experience and support the electronic workflow. - Tasks fully align with ABHES and CAAHEP competencies for Medical Assisting. - Content supports preparation for certification as a Medical Assistant and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist. - NEW! Twice the number of tasks are included and increase in complexity throughout the day and week. - NEW text discussions provide context for on-the-job reference, especially on insurance and coding. - NEW illustrations include realistic patient forms and screen shots.
Health Information - E-Book: Health Information - E-Book
by Mervat Abdelhak Sara Grostick Mary Alice HankenFollowing the AHIMA standards for education for both two-year HIT programs and four-year HIA programs, Health Information: Management of a Strategic Resource, 4th Edition describes the deployment of information technology and your role as a HIM professional in the development of the electronic health record. It provides clear coverage of health information infrastructure and systems along with health care informatics including technology, applications, and security. Practical applications provide hands-on experience in abstracting and manipulating health information data. From well-known HIM experts Mervat Abdelhak, Sara S. Grostick, and Mary Alice Hanken, this book includes examples from diverse areas of health care delivery such as long-term care, public health, home health care, and ambulatory care. An e-book version makes it even easier to learn to manage and use health data electronically. - A focus on the electronic health care record helps you learn electronic methods of organizing, maintaining, and abstracting from the patient health care record. - Learning features include a chapter outline, key words, common abbreviations, and learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, and references at the end. - Unique! Availability in the e-book format helps you in researching, abstracting, and managing data electronically. - A study guide on the companion Evolve website includes interactive exercises and cases containing real-life medical records, letting you apply what you've learned from the book and in the classroom. - Evolve logos within the textbook connect the material to the Evolve website, tying together the textbook, student study guide and online resources. - Well-known and respected authors include Mervat Abdelhak and Mary Alice Hanken, past presidents of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), and Sara S. Grostick, a 2007 AHIMA Triumph Award winner for excellence in education. - Self-assessment quizzes test your learning and retention, with answers available on the companion Evolve website. - Did You Know? boxes highlight interesting facts to enhance learning. - TEACH Instructor's Resource Manual on the companion Evolve website contains lesson plans, lecture outlines, and PowerPoint slides for every chapter, plus a test bank and answer keys.
Digital Forensics for Legal Professionals: Understanding Digital Evidence from the Warrant to the Courtroom
by Larry Daniel Lars DanielDigital Forensics for Legal Professionals is a complete non-technical guide for legal professionals and students to understand digital forensics. In the authors' years of experience in working with attorneys as digital forensics experts, common questions arise again and again: "What do I ask for?" "Is the evidence relevant?" "What does this item in the forensic report mean?" "What should I ask the other expert?" "What should I ask you?" "Can you explain that to a jury?" This book answers many of those questions in clear language that is understandable by non-technical people. With many illustrations and diagrams that will be usable in court, it explains technical concepts such as unallocated space, forensic copies, timeline artifacts and metadata in simple terms that make these concepts accessible to both attorneys and juries. The book also explains how to determine what evidence to ask for, evidence that might be discoverable, and furthermore, it provides an overview of the current state of digital forensics, the right way to select a qualified expert, what to expect from that expert, and how to properly use experts before and during trial. With this book, readers will clearly understand different types of digital evidence and examples of direct and cross examination questions. It includes a reference of definitions of digital forensic terms, relevant case law, and resources. This book will be a valuable resource for attorneys, judges, paralegals, and digital forensic professionals. - Provides examples of direct and cross examination questions for digital evidence - Contains a reference of definitions of digital forensic terms, relevant case law, and resources for the attorney
Atlas of Head and Neck Pathology E-Book (Atlas of Surgical Pathology)
by Bruce M. WenigAtlas of Head and Neck Pathology delivers authoritative, highly visual guidance for effectively and accurately diagnosing a wide range of head and neck problems. This comprehensive resource features extensive, high-quality images depicting the histologic, immunohistochemical, cytologic, and diagnostic imaging appearance of every type of head and neck pathology. With a consistent, practical organization and succinct, bulleted format, the Atlas continues to be the resource general pathologists and specialists count on for reliable, easy-to-find answers. - Consult this title on your favorite e-reader, conduct rapid searches, and adjust font sizes for optimal readability. - Reach accurate diagnostic conclusions easily with a consistent, user-friendly format that explores each entity's clinical features, pathologic features (gross and microscopic), ancillary studies, differential diagnoses, and prognostic and therapeutic considerations. - Glean all essential, current, need-to-know information with sweeping revisions that include additional images shown in the frozen section, more content on odontogenic lesions and neoplasms, and inclusion of newly described entities such as igG-associated salivary gland diseases, mammary analog secretory carcinoma, and more. - Review expanded coverage of critical areas with additional chapters on oral cavity and oropharynx, nasopharynx, and neck. - Apply the most current staging of cancers from College of American Pathologists (TNM) and American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC). - Interpret the findings you're likely to see in practice with the aid of high-quality images now available online for review or download. - Take it with you anywhere! With Expert Consult, you'll have access to the full text, online, and as an eBook - at no additional cost!
Case Studies in LPN/LVN Nursing E-Book
by Janis McMillanGain valuable experience applying your knowledge and critical thinking skills to real-world scenarios! Case Studies in LPN/LVN Nursing features 50 case studies that cover all clinical areas of practice: fundamental skills, medical-surgical adult health nursing, pediatric, maternity, mental health, geriatric nursing, and leadership management. Patient scenarios help you learn how to apply nursing knowledge to nursing practice by promoting the development of critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills. Cases integrate content on assessment findings, diagnostic/laboratory tests, pharmacology, and nutrition to encourage you to think critically about all aspects of patient care, including the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient, communication, collaboration with the health care team, teaching wellness and health promotion, and integration of cultural competence. Cases unfold as care is provided and a variety of multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, prioritization, and short-answer questions challenge you to formulate and select relevant and/or potential decisions. The case studies are separated by clinical area, allowing you to use this worktext throughout your nursing program. Questions for the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) prepare you for the biggest change to the NCLEX-PN® test plan to date. - Fifty case studies cover patient scenarios that span the entire LPN/LVN curriculum. - Unfolding case progressions help you learn to identify changes, anticipate outcomes, and prioritize care. - Emphasis on interprofessional collaboration builds your communication and delegation skills. - A variety of question formats reinforce critical thinking and help you prepare for the NCLEX-PN® exam. - Documentation questions challenge you to identify critical information to chart.
Midwifery Essentials: Volume 6 (Midwifery Essentials #Volume 6)
by Helen Baston Jennifer HallNew title in the popular Midwifery Essentials series originally published in conjunction with The Practising Midwife journal. The series covers core topics in midwifery education in an engaging and friendly format using a helpful 'jigsaw' approach which encourages readers to explore topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. effective communication, team working and health promotion. Helpful 'scenarios' throughout each volume encourage debate and reflection, core elements of midwifery education. - Provides a useful, friendly source of information - Strong focus on contemporary women-centred care - Designed to stimulate debate and reflection upon current practice, local policies and procedures - Scenarios enable practitioners to understand the context of maternity care and explore their role in safe and effective service provision - Helpful 'jigsaw' approach enables readers to explore specific topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. consent, safety and health promotion - Explains the professional and legal issues surrounding clinical procedures - Chapters designed to be read as a 'standalone' or in succession - Emphasises the crucial role of effective communication
Skills for Practice in Occupational Therapy
by Edward A. S. DuncanThis book is the companion volume to Duncan: FOUNDATIONS FOR PRACTICE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, 5e and provides a comprehensive guide to the practice applications of the theory base. It is designed to be a "basic and beyond" text, of value to students throughout their studies but also a valuable reference text to clinicians. The sections cover the following essential skills for effective occupational therapy practice: clinical skills, management and leadership skills, evidence-based and research skills, and thinking, judgement and decision-making skills. - Links theory and evidence-base, and is also practical - Each chapter follows same basic structure (same format as Foundations) - Each chapter contains practical examples and/or vignettes - New addition of highlight boxes in each chapter gives the main points in bullet format for ease of access to students new to the area - Well referenced
Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders
by Robert H. Brookshire Malcolm R. McNeilGet the tools you need to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurogenic communication disorders! Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders, 8th Edition provides a solid foundation in the neurology of communication, as well as the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, assessment, and management of commonly encountered neurogenic communication disorders in adults. A concise, evidence-based approach shows how to measure and treat abnormalities such as aphasia, dysarthria, right-hemisphere syndrome, and traumatic brain injury syndrome. This edition is updated with new coverage of laboratory tests, blast-related injuries to the head, and medications for dementia. Created by neurogenic communication disorders educator Robert H. Brookshire and continued by Malcolm R. McNeil, this bestselling text will enhance your skills in the rehabilitation of clients with neurogenic communication disorders. - A clear, concise approach makes complex material easy to follow and understand. - Clinical vignettes show how to apply principles to practice and illustrate how patients are evaluated and treated. - Thought questions at the end of each chapter are based on realistic scenarios and challenge you to assess your understanding, think critically, and apply information to clinical situations. Suggested answers are included in the appendix. - Clinically relevant sidebars include related facts, information, and tips for recall or therapy. - More than 200 photographs and images include anatomic illustrations, scans using various brain imaging techniques, and examples of assessment tests. - Evidence-based practice is reinforced by the use of scientific, evidence-based rationales to support the effectiveness of treatment approaches. - Student-friendly features enhance learning with chapter outlines, critical thinking exercises, medical protocols, sample paperwork, patient transcripts, commonly used medical abbreviations, and a glossary with definitions of key vocabulary. - General Concepts summary points highlight the most important material in each chapter. - NEW content on closed-head injuries as a consequence of blast injury is included in the Traumatic Brain Injury chapter, addressing a pathophysiology often found in Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans. - UPDATED content includes new information on medications for treatment of persons with dementia, the latest laboratory tests for neurologic assessment, and the most current cognitive rehabilitation approaches. - NEW! More Thought questions in each chapter help you apply concepts to clinical situations. - Additional content on evidence-based practice includes systematic reviews and meta-analyses relating to the efficacy and effectiveness of specific treatment approaches. - Additional graphics, clinical photographs, and tables depict key information and concepts.
Dorfman and Czerniak's Bone Tumors E-Book
by Bogdan CzerniakThe second edition of Dorfman and Czerniak's Bone Tumors brings together the latest data available on bone tumor pathology, making it the most comprehensive and encyclopedic reference on the epidemiology, clinical, pathologic, and molecular aspects of bone tumors. Now offered in full color and featuring updated imaging throughout, this one-of-a-kind resource provides a highly visual review of every disorder — from the common to the rare. - Features comprehensive coverage of bone tumor pathology based on pathologic and clinical data on 11,500 benign and malignant bone tumors from patients treated at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. - High-quality full-color images located throughout the text. - Completely up-to-date molecular and genetic information is based on the most current genomic databases. - Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and images from the book on a variety of devices. - Four brand-new chapters cover Radiographic Imaging of Bone Tumors; Hematopoetic Tumors; Neural Tumors; and Metastic Tumors of Bone. - Includes information on molecular and genetic aspects of bone tumors from the UCSC Genome Browser, the Catalog of Somatic Mutations in Cancer, and the GeneCards Database of human genes. - Features comprehensive data from nearly 30,000 benign and malignant primary bone tumors and tumor-like lesions from different sources, including over 8,400 malignant bone tumors from the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Result project. - Provides an enhanced visual understanding with updated radiographic imaging and new full-color, high-quality photomicrographs. - Updated Molecular and Epidemiologic diagrams added to all new chapters.
Rebel Doctor's Boston Reunion: An Irish Vet In Kentucky (kentucky Derby Medics) / Rebel Doctor's Boston Reunion
by null Amy RuttanNew city, old flame…second chance? Ambitious oncologist Madison will do anything to further the fight against the disease that claimed her mother—including accepting a position with Dr Antonio Rodriguez! It’s been ten years since she walked away from their doomed romance, and risk-averse Tony never approved of Madison’s maverick streak, so she’s braced for friction, not a red-hot reunion! Yet eventually it’s their differences that makes them Boston’s most elite team. And if work’s great, a relationship could be too. If the rebel doc can convince the cautious surgeon to take the biggest risk of all…
Miracle Twins To Heal Them (A Tale of Two Midwives #2)
by null Alison RobertsA double surprise for the doctor! In this A Tale of Two Midwives story, still healing from an unhappy childhood, midwife Jenni refuses to repeat her parents’ mistakes. So she lives by these rules: no marriage, no babies. Besides, singledom has its benefits…like the freedom to spend a passion-filled night with brooding-but-gorgeous anaesthetist Dan. Only soon Jenni discovers she’s pregnant—with twins! And the kicker? Dan doesn’t believe he’s the father. Jenni knows he’s scared to hope, after learning he can’t have children, but his denial hurts. Can they let go of the past and embrace this miracle together?