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  • Acute Medicine Pocketbook

    • 1 Edición
    • Christopher Ball + 1 más
    • Inglés
    A pocketbook for junior doctors on call, providing outline management for 47 acute medical conditions, based on the best evidence available.
  • Massage Therapy

    The Evidence for Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Grant Jewell Rich
    • Inglés
    This book aims to present, in a single volume, the best of modern massage research.While research indicates that 1 in 3 Americans use alternative health care modalities, little research has been completed and disseminated in the area of massage therapy. This volume will present about ten chapters in areas of research probably including studies of massage for: stress (post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, depression, abuse), spinal cord injuries, enhancing growth (pregnancy and infancy), pain reduction (rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, migraine, and fibromyalgia), pediatrics, the elderly, increasing employee satisfaction (chair massage), enhancing cognition (alertness, autism), and/or immunity (HIV, cancer).
  • Handbook of Veterinary Ocular Emergencies

    • 1 Edición
    • David A. Williams + 1 más
    • Thomas Ffrangcon Evans
    • Inglés
    Ocular emergencies can present major problems for vets. Signs can be dramatic, manifesting as apparent instant blindness, severe trauma from fights or road accidents, or the acute discoloration of the white of the eye to red or blue. The vet needs to identify quickly what the problem is so that the immediate palliative measures are appropriate and do not make matters worse.A major feature of this book is its unique problem-oriented approach, not used in the standard ophthalmology texts. This is complemented by a section arranged on a more anatomical basis, with appropriate cross-referencing, so that access to the right section is made as easy (and quick!) as possible. The book emphasises differential diagnoses and treatment options, showing clearly wherethe case needs referral to a specialist for resolution. Extra material on background pathogenesis and treatment rationale is provided in boxes. The material needed for the actual emergency will be made readily accessible, using bullet points and easy-to-follow line diagrams. David Williams is based in the UK. He has recently completed a PhD and is building on an international reputation in both ophthalmology and exotic medicine. His US co-author, Kathie Barrie, is current President of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology and a practising vet; she has ensured that the text is of equal relevance to US practice.
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring

    Invasive and Noninvasive Clinical Application
    • 3 Edición
    • Gloria Oblouk Darovic
    • Inglés
    Praised by nursing students for its straightforward language and readability, this interdisciplinary reference on bedside hemodynamic monitoring covers the technical aspects of clinical monitoring, including diagnostic and management principles for fluid-filled systems, intracranial hemodynamics, open-heart surgery patients, pediatric patients, and more! Well illustrated chapters detail exactly how to insert and manipulate catheters safely, read monitors properly, and interpret readings accurately. Precise illustrations deliver crucial details on delicate techniques. Content on the strengths and shortcomings of various hemodynamic monitoring modalities has been expanded significantly in the third edition, and a new chapter on intra-aortic balloon pumping has been added.TOC.
  • Evidence for Vascular or Endovascular Reconstruction

    • 1 Edición
    • Roger M. Greenhalgh + 4 más
    • Inglés
    The Evidence for Vascular or Endovascular Reconstruction provides a comprehensive "head-to-head" forum for the debate into open versus endoluminal vascular treatment. Controversial treatment options are supported by evidence, in which the pros and cons are both explored and analyzed by an international panel of experts and their contributors, widely recognised as the leading authorities in the field. It is a one-stop resource for both the trainee vascular surgeon and the vascular consultant who requires a comprehensive view into the various management options as well as the evidence supporting the more difficult vascular procedures.The book is illustrated with over 150 half tones and 30 specially commissioned line artworks. It is edited by the renowned Roger Greenhalgh and has over 35 expert contributors drawn from all continents of the world.Every physician and surgeon involved in the care of patients with peripheral vascular disease will find this book an invaluable resource.
  • Breastfeeding Special Care Babies

    • 2 Edición
    • Sandra Lang
    • Inglés
    This is a comprehensive and practical guide to all aspects of breastfeeding babies with special care needs. The language is clear and direct and the references up to date. The author covers the basics of breastfeeding and lactation, positioning and attachment, milk supply, the impact of common drugs, as well as breast conditions and problems and their resolution. Particular attention is paid to feeding the vulnerable baby and to alternative methods of feeding.
  • The Essential Researcher's Handbook

    For Nurses and Health Care Professionals
    • 2 Edición
    • Maggie Tarling + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This book contains a wealth of practical guidance about what doing research actually involves for the often hard-pressed and isolated researcher. It bridges the gap and provides 'real-life' insight into undertaking research in nursing. It focuses on the practicality of research and identifies the pitfalls that can so easily undermine even the most carefully planned project.
  • Nursing Management Secrets

    • 1 Edición
    • Polly Gerber Zimmermann
    • Inglés
    This book provides a basic overview of key areas that a nurse manager needs to know in order to manage effectively. Beyond literature review and theories, it will provide practical tips from the authors' experience and expertise.New ideas are presented for handling age-old problems as well as for dealing with emerging issues. Examples include office organization, managing change, resource utilization/case management (with a pattern that can be imitated), generation X, and handling multiple departments. The question and answer format provides quick snippets of information directed toward a specific need.
  • Companion to Clinical Anaesthesia Exams

    • 2 Edición
    • Ian T. Jackson + 1 más
    • Inglés
    An updated edition of a popular revision book for trainee anaesthetists preparing for clinical examinations in anaesthesia.
  • Self Assessment in Integrated Sciences for Medical Sciences

    Systems of the Body Series
    • 1 Edición
    • Wai-Ching Leung
    • Inglés
    A self - assessment book for medical students taking the new systems-based courses, containing MCQ, structured answer and data interpretation questions.
  • Learning Human Skills

    • 4 Edición
    • Philip Burnard
    • Inglés
    In order to meet the needs of the client or patient, health care professionals must first understand themselves. The fourth edition of this popular book offers essential theory, reference to the research and a sequence of experiential and reflective learning activities to aid the development of self-awareness and interpersonal skills. It is easy to read and can be used at any stage of professional development.
  • Living with a Chronic Condition

    A Practitioner's Guide
    • 1 Edición
    • Alison Crumbie + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The aim of this book is to equip the health care practitioner with the necessary knowledge and skills to work with people who live with chronic illness. It is a comprehensive and practical text that draws together current opinion, up-to-date practice and national guidelines on the management of chronic conditions.This new book will help all health care professionals provide the best possible care for people who live with chronic illness whether in primary or secondary care.
  • Neuroanesthesia

    Anaesthesia in a Nutshell
    • 1 Edición
    • Judith Dinsmore + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Series Editors:George Hall, MB BS PhD FIBiol FRCA, Chairman and Professor of Anaesthesia, St George's Hospital Medical School, London, UKP Neville Robinson, FRCA, Consultant Anaesthetist, Northwick Park Hospital, Middlesex, UK Other Titles in the Series:Obstetric Anaesthesia by Neville Robinson and David VaughanPaediatric Anaesthesia by Ann Black and Angus McEwanCardiovascular and Thoracic Anaesthesia by John Gothard, Andrea Kelleher and Elizabeth HaxbyTrauma and Orthopaedic Anaesthesia by Geraldine Edge and Mary Fennelly
  • Self-Assessment Guide to Accompany Respiratory Care

    Principles & Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Lucia Hess-April + 1 más
    • Inglés
  • Assisting at Podiatric Surgery

    A Guide for Podiatric Surgical Students and Podiatric Theatre Assistants
    • 1 Edición
    • Telford Thomson
    • Inglés
    This book covers the time from the initial acceptance of a patient as a candidate for podiatric surgery to discharge after surgery. It is written in a way that whilst each section of the book follows the one before, each stand alone. Throughout the book highlighted 'tips' are given that cover some of the pitfalls often encountered by podiatrists during and after surgery.It is written from the assumption that the reader is a surgical student or an assistant with little practice or no practical experience in the operating room or assisting at surgery. The reader is taken step by step, explaining each problem or anticipated difficulty in the order that they may encounter it.
  • Mind Maps in Pathology

    • 1 Edición
    • Peter Dervan + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This invaluable pathology study aid adopts the proven concept of Mind Mapping - invented by Tony Buzan - which results in increased confidence, saves precious studying time and gives the student a sense of achievement.Conventi... textbooks present information in such a way that the key words are not always obvious to the student. Research shows that the key words are important in learning as they create and reinforce learning pathways.The key words in this book are presented in the context of pathways which connect to form maps of each topic. The information on each topic is thus connected to provide a framework for revision and learning.Studies show that revision of key words creates and strengthens words associations and helps the brain to process further information on the topic faster. Psychologists call this effect the 'semantic prime'.The Mind Maps provide an overview of the subjects and are designed to 'prime' the brain to remember the information.
  • Education for Parenting

    A Guide for Health Professionals
    • 1 Edición
    • Mary L. Nolan
    • Inglés
    How can future parents best be prepared for parenting? And what kind of support and help can health professionals really give all parents? This book explores the skills that health professionals need in order to support parents' efforts to be "good enough" . It looks at the basic skills of adult education and how these can be applied, and it also takes a practical approach to the realistic support health professionals can give.The book looks not only at the needs of every parent but also of those with particular needs and issues. It asks and attempts to answer:what are the challenges facing parents who adopt a child?How does it feel to have carried, given birth to and parent a child whose genetic material is not your own?What are the most effective ways of communicating with parents who have learning difficulties?How can you help the parent of a child with a disability to celebrate the child rather than focus on the disability?How can women in prison be helped to make the transition to motherhood?
  • Law in Optometric Practice

    • 1 Edición
    • Stephen P. Taylor
    • Inglés
    Law in Optometric Practice provides an authoritative guide to the running of an optometric practice and the legal framework in which an optometrist must work. Due to extensive changes within the field, this book provides the most up-to-date and reliable source of information for all those working in optometric practice.
  • Outcomes in Critical Care

    • 1 Edición
    • Saxon Alan Ridley
    • Inglés
    With moves towards improved quality of care and attempts to maximise health care benefit without increasing resources, the outcome of patients following critical illness has become an important focus. There are many aspects to outcome following critical illness and it is vitally important that the correct outcome measure is selected when considering effectiveness or efficiency of critical care.This book covers all aspects of outcome, describing their important advantages and highlighting their weaknesses so that the reader can easily select the most appropriate outcome measure for their particular area of interest.
  • Clinical Medical-Surgical Nursing

    A Decision-Making Reference
    • 1 Edición
    • Beverly George-Gay + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This clinical reference promotes critical thinking and emphasizes client care by helping the reader make the best possible decisions for 130 medical-surgical conditions and procedures. For each condition, it provides a summary of pathophysiology and then focuses on specific nursing interventions, based upon research and real-world practice. An A-to-Z organization within chapters, thumb tabs, a consistent format, and specially designed icons make this a quick access, easy-to-use reference. Part 1: Decision Making presents essential, clinical information on 57 common nursing procedures, including cardiac assessment and hemodialysis. Part 2: Applied Decision Making is systems-oriented and covers patient care for 73 medical-surgical conditions.
  • Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management Secrets

    • 1 Edición
    • Stephen A. Greene
    • Inglés
    The highly popular Secrets Series presents an important new resource for veterinarians in this comprehensive, yet focused, coverage of one of the most important and fastest-emerging specialties in veterinary medicine. Among the topics covered are Patient Management, Preparation, Pharmacology, Monitoring, Anesthetic Complications, Anesthesia and Systemic Disease, Special Anesthetic Considerations, Regional Anesthesia, and Pain Management for Small Animals.
  • Whiplash

    • 1 Edición
    • Gerard A. Malanga + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Cervical whiplash injuries continue to be a common problem throughout the industrialized world. Despite recent scientific developments, unhelpful treatment of whiplash injuries such as prolonged immobilization, passive modalities, and unnecessary surgery exist. Many patients with chronic pain are labelled as having "psychological problems." Overtreatment and excessive use of diagnostic imaging are common. Relatively recent developments in this field, backed by extensive study, have initiated an evolution in the treatment of whiplash injury.
  • Intensive Care Aftercare

    • 1 Edición
    • Richard Griffiths + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The editors have pioneered an 'intensive care aftercare' programme which provides follow-up and rehabilitation care for these patients, either whilst recovering on a general ward or at home.
  • Clinical Decision-Making and Judgement in Nursing

    • 1 Edición
    • Carl Thompson + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The book provides a critical overview of the current research literature regarding the topic of clinical decision making and judgement in nursing. The text helps individuals apply different techniques to practice, aiming for a 'non-academic' style which will be easy for readers to understand. Both the editors are researchers in the field of nurse decision making and have considerable experience teaching the subject on third level diploma/degree, masters level and post-registration nursing courses. This text is therefore unique in drawing together both the research and practical experience of implementing techniques in practice.
  • Manual of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    • 1 Edición
    • M. Catherine Spires + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The Manual of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is a unique, practical, clinical guide that focuses on the problems and management issues of patients with acute and chronic impairments. Though intended primarily as a guide in the acute inpatient setting, many areas present information that is applicable for the outpatient setting. Major sections include the Physiatric Examination, The Rehabilitation Patient, Issues in the Rehabilitation Patient, and Therapeutic Interventions.
  • Integrating Complementary Therapies in Primary Care

    A Practical Guide for Health Professionals
    • 1 Edición
    • David Peters + 3 más
    • Inglés
    This book is a practical and readable guide to the integration of complementary therapies into mainstream primary care. Based on the successful experiences of the authors' clinical setting, it offers clinicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals a realistic routemap of the key issues, as well as practical ways in which to ensure close working, appropriate referrals, advice and treatment decisions. Patient information sheets and clinical guidance sheets for key conditions are included in full.The text covers:Practical steps to how complementary therapies may be integrated into mainstream caremodels and issues of research in complementary therapieshow to design an integrated service, with clear examplesfunding, resource and legal issuesissues related to economic evaluationadaptation of the service through a reflective approachclinical treatment option sheetspatient self-help and diet information sheets Of interest and practical help to a wide range of healthcare professionals, this book will be especially valuable to those currently working in primary care, family practice, and any complementary therapy field.
  • Small Animal Diagnostic Ultrasound

    • 2 Edición
    • Thomas G. Nyland
    • Inglés
    This book provides the basic physical principles of ultrasound, plus imaging artifacts and the use of ultrasonography by body system. Ultrasound is used extensively to diagnose pregnancy and it provides both normal and abnormal scans. The second edition is completely revised and updated, bringing forth current developments in this area. The purpose is to serve as a general source for students and form the basis of a more complete comprehensive reference for practitioners and trainees.
  • Body Fluids & Electrolytes - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

    A Programmed Presentation
    • 8 Edición
    • Elizabeth Speakman + 1 más
    • Inglés
  • Amblyopia

    A Multidisciplinary Approach
    • 1 Edición
    • Merrick Moseley + 1 más
    • Inglés
    A contemporary text, it contains essential information to bring vision-care practitioners totally up to date with the many recent developments in research. Analytical, informative and rigorously edited, the book includes chapters from a group of highly acclaimed international experts specialized in the diverse aspects of amblyopia research. The text provides a long-awaited and unique compilation of data and opinion, draws conclusions and identifies key areas for future research. It reviews the subject from diagnosis to management and provides all the necessary scientific background to this condition.With its broad appeal, this book will be an essential purchase for all ophthalmologists, optometrists and orthoptists. Indeed it will appeal to all those who are perplexed by amblyopia - whether in terms of appreciating the diversity of research findings or by the management of questions commonly asked in the consulting room.
  • Geometric, Physical, and Visual Optics

    • 2 Edición
    • Michael P. Keating
    • Inglés
    Completely revised and updated, you will benefit from new and rewritten sections on: axial magnification Jackson Cross Cylinder tests retinoscopy reflex motions field of view the optics of indirect ophthalmoscopy optical aberrations diffractive lenses the Doppler shift lasers and the similarities and differences of Gaussian laser beams versus the propagation of light from a point source plus, a new appendix on angles and basic trigonometry. Although not a matrix optics text, matrices are used extensively in the chapters on spherical systems and off-axis aspects of astigmatism. In particular, the matrix treatment of astigmatism serves as a foundation for the recently developed, much improved statistical techniques that deal with refractive corrections and astigmatism in all its aspects.
  • Acupressure & Reflextherapy in the Treatment of Medical Conditions E-Book

    Clinical Applications in the Treatment of Disease
    • 1 Edición
    • John R. Cross
    • Inglés
    * the first book for health professionals outlining the treatment of general medical conditions by acupressure * a companion volume to 'Acupressure: clinical applications in musculoskeletal conditions' * a comprehensive, practical volume with numerous illustrations and easily-accessible information
  • Breathing Disorders in Sleep

    • 1 Edición
    • Walter T. McNicholas + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Breathing Disorders in Sleep is an authorative reference for all those involved in the clinical investigation and care of patients with sleep-related respiratory disorders. Information is provided in a logical sequence, divided initially into Physiology and Pathophysiology of Sleep and Respiration, Sleep Apnoea and Sleep in Other Respiratory Disorders.From the foundation mechanisms involved, followed by clinical presentation through to management, clinical investigation and diagnosis, McNicholas and Phillipson have defined the current state-of-the-art in a rapidly growing and increasingly complex area.
  • Hartland's Medical and Dental Hypnosis

    • 4 Edición
    • Michael Heap + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This book is an extensively revised edition of a highly successful and comprehensive introductory manual for the use of clinical hypnosis in the treatment of medical and psychological problems and disorders. Written with the interests and needs of the doctor or dentist in mind, its practical and clear approach maintains the tradition of high-quality information and usefulness established in previous editions of this book. After exploring the theoretical and historical background to hypnosis, and key techniques and approaches, the book looks at specific clinical situations and problems in which hypnosis may have an impact, and offers specific practical management guidelines including possible scripts.
  • Mosby's Clinical Nursing

    • 5 Edición
    • June M. Thompson + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Focusing on adult patient care, Mosby's Clinical Nursing blends a traditional body system-disease approach with contemporary nursing practice. This unique and practical resource provides practicing nurses and nursing students with comprehensive nursing information for hundreds of diseases, including thorough descriptions of state-of-the art nursing care with nursing diagnoses and interventions, important related information on pathophysiology and medical treatments, and detailed information on diagnostic studies.The Patient Education/Continuum of Care Plan features interventions and guidance for discharge, home care and rehabilitation. Evaluation/Patient Outcome information directly related to each NIC classification concludes each nursing care discussion. Collaborative Interventions and Related Nursing Care discusses medical interventions and the nursing plan of care. Key information regarding emergency alerts, and healthy people 2010 prevention guidelines is prominently displayed throughout the chapters in Part II.
  • Manual of Equine Gastroenterology

    • 1 Edición
    • Tim Mair + 2 más
    • Inglés
    This book provides the equine expert and general veterinary practitioner with a complete review of the latest information on all aspects of equine gastroenterology. Edited by an international team of equine specialists and with over 55 contributors from the USA and Europe, it provides the most up-to-date information on a wide range of conditions such as colic, hepatobiliary disease, oesophageal disorders, diarrhoea, gastrointestinal parasites and many more. With detailed chapters on diagnosis and clinical examination, medical and surgical treatment and management of complications, it gives veterinarians all the information they need to diagnose and treat any gastrointestinal problem in the horse or foal.
  • Medical Emergencies in Dentistry

    • 1 Edición
    • Jeffrey D. Bennett + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This text provides a framework for treating both common and uncommon emergencies in the dental office. It also promotes understanding of the many underlying disease states that can precipitate such emergencies. A wide variety of medical emergencies are discussed and illustrated with real life case scenarios. These range from treating a child with an epileptic seizure to treating a schizophrenic patient. The text draws upon the knowledge and expertise of a diverse group of dentists throughout the country.Bennett and Rosenberg approach the diagnosis and treatment of medical emergencies in dental practice by presenting a concise review of pathophysiology to support clinical correlations. Successful outcomes in emergency situations depend to a great extent upon constant review and training of the office staff prior to the event. Suitable for students and practitioners alike, Medical Emergencies in Dentistry gives readers the solid foundation to react quickly, decisively and correctly when time is of the essence in managing emergent situations.
  • Neurological Physiotherapy

    A Problem-Solving Approach
    • 2 Edición
    • Susan Edwards
    • Inglés
    Neurological Physiotherapy aims to provide an improved understanding of problems commonly encountered by the therapist working with people with neurological disability. It describes aspects of posture and movement difficulties which may occur as a result of neurological damage and gives guidance to help the therapist to plan the appropriate treatment programme for each patient. Using a problem-solving approach the emphasis is on the identification of symptoms in relation to impairment and disability rather than on a detailed description of neurological conditions.
  • Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury

    A Clinical Ergonomics Approach to Prevention, Treatment, and Rehab
    • 1 Edición
    • Andrew Wilson
    • Inglés
    In Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury the author presents a model for understanding musculoskeletal injuries. He describes the common types of musculoskeletal injury and explores the contributory causes involved before detailing effective models for therapy and methods of management.Effective Management of Musculoskeletal Injury is research-based. It develops models for the management of musculoskeletal pain that include manual therapy, exercise, ergonomic and psychosocial interventions. Throughout the text particular attention is paid to pain resulting from cumulative and chronic types of injury. The book will be a valuable resource for all practitioners who deal with the management of musculoskeletal pain as part of their day to day practice.
  • Diagnostic Cytology and Hematology of the Horse

    • 2 Edición
    • Rick L. Cowell + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Cytologic and hematologic evaluations are important primary diagnostic activities for veterinarians. Approximately 50% of samples are processed on site in the veterinary office; that number is growing, as veterinarians seek to bring more laboratory revenue to their practices. In doing so, however, it is important for veterinarians and staff to understand correct collection and handling procedures to avoid costly errors and make accurate diagnoses.DIAGNOSTIC CYTOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY OF THE HORSE is a practical reference that presents common clinical findings in an easy-to-use text/atlas format. Following a general chapter on sample collections and techniques, the remainder of the book takes a "systems" approach, followed by chapters on specific types of fluid. Within systems chapters, normal findings are presented first. Then, abnormal findings are presented by "class" of problems, such as bacterial lesions, fungal lesions, parasitic lesions, and so on, in the case of the eye. Algorithms (flow charts) on sample evaluations enhance text discussions by guiding readers to the most likely cytologic diagnosis. In addition, there is a colour plate section featuring 64 illustrations for quick viewing and comparing cell types and infectious agents. The detailed index will aid utilization of this edition as a quick photographic and textual reference.
  • A Consumer's Guide to Dentistry

    • 2 Edición
    • Gordon J. Christensen
    • Inglés
    Written specifically for the dental patient, this resource provides practical information about dental health and treatment options. Readers can access easy-to-understand information about solutions to their dental problems and about how to maintain a healthy smile for life.
  • MCQ Companion to the Eye

    Basic Sciences in Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Peter H. Galloway + 3 más
    • Inglés
    A book of MCQs in ocular basic science, designed to accompany The Eye: Basic Science in Practice.
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes

    • 1 Edición
    • Shirley Sahrmann
    • Inglés
    Authored by an acknowledged expert on muscle and movement imbalances, this well illustrated book presents a classification system of mechanical pain syndromes that is designed to direct the exercise prescription and the correction of faulty movement patterns. The diagnostic categories, associated muscle and movement imbalances, recommendations for treatment, examination, exercise principles, specific corrective exercises, and modification of functionalactivities for case management are described in detail. This book is designed to give practitioners an organized and structured method of analyzing the mechanical cause of movement impairment syndrome, the contributing factors and a strategy for management.
  • Electrodiagnostic Medicine

    • 2 Edición
    • Daniel Dumitru + 2 más
    • Inglés
    The leading reference book in the field of electrodiagnostic medicine just got better with this remarkable new edition, which is thoroughly revised and updated. Written by three of the leading authorities in the field along with several expert contributors, this comprehensive textbook continues to provide the fundamentals as well as the practical, clinical applications of electrodiagnostic medicine for novices and experienced practitioners alike.
  • Successful Breastfeeding

    • 3 Edición
    • Royal College of Midwives
    • Inglés
    The new edition of this best selling handbook has been written to help midwives and other health professionals provide more effective advice and support for the breastfeeding women in their care. It offers clear, research-based, and effective guidelines to answer such questions as:Why breastfeed?How does a baby breastfeed?How long and how often should feeds occur?What is the correct positioning and attachment of the baby?What factors are helpful or unhelpful in breastfeeding?What other antenatal and postnatal considerations are there?What if there are problems or special circumstances?The third edition of Successful Breastfeeding has been compiled by the breastfeeding working group at the Royal College of Midwives, which comprises Sally Inch, Chloe Fisher, Sally Garforth, Ellena Salariya and Michael Woolridge, with contributions by Jean Rowe and Margaret Kerr.
  • Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Secrets

    • 1 Edición
    • Michael A. Weiner + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Utilizes the proven Secrets Series format to present questions and answers in a convenient, readable, concise manner The text is intended to introduce the reader to the field of pediatric hematology/oncology.... chapter will emphasize diagnosis, clinical management, therapeutics, and innovative concepts for the future. Highlights of the text include the following chapters: experimental therapeutics, the application of bone marrow and stem cell transplants for pediatric patients, and genetic and molecular diagnostics. There is a section dealing with quality of life and death issues such as supportive care, psychosocial aspects of care of the child with cancer, palliative care, and management of the dying child. Other chapters relate and differentiate disease entities based upon the age of the patient, newborn through adolescent.
  • Managing Diversity & Inequality in Health Care

    Six Steps to Effective Management Series
    • 1 Edición
    • Carol Baxter
    • Inglés
    This volume focuses specifically on the importance of managing diversity in todays health services. It examines what is meant by managing diversity and outlines the nature of current inequalities in the UK, and their implications for health care professionals. A practicaland practice focussed guide to developing the management skills and understanding required, this book provides an accessible mix of theory and practice, and a unique emphasis on real life applications. These are drawn from all sectors of healthcare, acute and primary, as well as the private and independent sectors. It explicitly and realistically explores the interface between management skills and knowledge and quality, fit-for-purpose practice.
  • Ethical Issues in Advanced Nursing Practice

    • 1 Edición
    • Karen Bartter
    • Inglés
    Nursing staff of many specialities are taking on and developing their roles in new and advanced practice areas. Patients will be offered new services from highly skilled advanced nurse practitioners. Such nurses need guidance, direction and information to assist them in their new roles. This book will offer insight and guidance on a variety of issues that are likely to be encountered by the Nurse Practitioner in everyday practice.
  • Learning Veterinary Terminology

    • 2 Edición
    • Douglas F. McBride
    • Inglés
    This new edition uniquely integrates text discussions with learning activities, including fill-in-the-blank, puzzle, and matching exercises. Newly updated to reflect the latest terminology, this best-selling text now features numerous new and revised pedagogical features that make it an excellent resource both in the classroom and for self-study. Brand-new additions include several new appendices, new anatomical drawings, and a more extensive index. Many sections have been completely rewritten for consistency and greater reader comprehension, and review sections now include more thought-provoking questions and multiple-choice tests.
  • Understanding the Placebo Effect in Complementary Medicine

    Theory, Practice and Research
    • 1 Edición
    • David Peters
    • Inglés
    The placebo elicits more passionate debate, scepticism and personal belief than almostany other aspect of medicine. As yet there are no concrete answers - but many challenging observations and powerful effects occur daily in healthcare which need to be examined. This book will stimulate and inform every reader from the experienced practitioner to the new student who has ever asked, What is the placebo really, and why should it matter to me?Written in an accessible and engaging style with contributions from leading figures in healthcare, it tackles issues of the placebo effect in complementary medicine.
  • Introduction to Podopediatrics

    • 2 Edición
    • Peter Thomson + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Introduction to Podopaediatrics 2/e is a concise but comprehensive introduction to the effective care of foot problems in children. Including coverage of the general specialist and medical conditions which may influence the course of the podiatric treatment. Written by a multidisciplinary international team of contributors under the editorship of a UK practitioner and an American educator and practitioner both podiatrists.