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  • Clinical Aromatherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth

    • 2 Edición
    • Denise Tiran
    • Inglés
    Clinical Aromatherapy for Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2nd Edition presents a comprehensive and research-based exploration of the safe, effective and appropriate administration of essential oils in pregnancy, labour and the puerperium.Written specifically for all those caring for pregnant and childbearing women using aromatherapy, whether working in conventional maternity care or complememtary medicine, this detailed and research-based book builds on the success of the last edition, which was published under the title, Aromatherapy in Midwifery Practice, and the imprint Baillière Tindall.

  • Statistical Methods for Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

    • 1 Edición
    • Paul Myles + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Written in a user-friendly style, each chapter begins with a summary of key points, basic definitions and principles. This is an essential guide for all anaesthetists interested in reading journal articles and conducting research, and it also provides a basic grounding for those preparing for specialist examinations.

  • Ethics in Midwifery

    • 2 Edición
    • Shirley R. Jones
    • Inglés
    This book examines the principles and realities of ethics in midwifery practice today. It explains basic ethical theory, looking at how dilemmas occur and the ethical bases on which conflicts can be resolved. Through a series of case studies, options and issues for consideration are reviewed, particularly in areas of increasing concern and debate such as confidentiality, autonomy, screening, abortion, assisted conception and withholding treatment.This book will be of value to all students and practicing midwives who need to understand the principles and practice of ethics, especially how to apply ethical thought and action in their own day-to-day work.

  • The Roper-Logan-Tierney Model of Nursing

    Based on Activities of Living
    • 1 Edición
    • Nancy Roper + 2 más
    • Inglés
    This book provides the definitive account of the Roper-Logan-Tierney model of nursing, including in-depth discussion of its conceptual development, its place within the wider body of nursing theory and a critique of its application in practice. The book will conclude with a wider discussion of the place of this model for nursing in the face of ongoing challenges in both nursing and health care throughout the world.

  • Veterinary Emergency Medicine Secrets

    • 2 Edición
    • Wayne E. Wingfield
    • Inglés
    The fact that all veterinarians see emergencies on a regular basis, and the increasing importance of emergency medicine and critical care in veterinary medicine, have helped make this one of the best-selling books in The Secrets Series and in veterinary medicine and critical care. Dr. Wingfield is one of the preeminent authorities in this field, and the new edition is completely revised and updated, featuring a number of new authors, with new chapters on disaster medicine and the transfusion trigger. Critical care management of dogs and cats are also covered.

  • Biological Aspects of Mental Health Nursing

    • 1 Edición
    • Shupi Rinomhota + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Over the past two decades there has been a remarkable explosion in the understanding of the biological basis of the brain and the impact of that on behaviour. Furthermore, developments in pharmacological therapeutic approaches continue at a tremendous rate. Yet, although there are many mental health nursing textbooks available, veryfew address this significant aspect of mental health in any depth. Clearly, in order to deliver informed holistic care, it is vital that practitioners appreciate the biological aspects of mental health problems and the associated implications for clients, families and the practitioner.This book aims to provide a broad overview of the neurobiological factors which may contribute to, and arise from, the development of mental health problems, and seeks to clearly identify issues relevant to mental health nursing practice. Key issues addressed include: The important role of homeostasis in maintaining physical and emotional well-being The important link between immunology and nutrition and mental healthThe co-ordinated role of neuro-function and endocrine function in influencing behaviourAdaptive and maladaptive responses of the body to stress and stressorsAgeing process as a continuum of life and its relation to mental healthRestorative function of sleep

  • Veterinary Acupuncture

    Ancient Art to Modern Medicine
    • 2 Edición
    • Allen M. Schoen
    • Inglés
    This revision reflects major updating, expansion of hot topics, and coverage of trends, current areas of research interest, and controversies in veterinary acupuncture. The book begins with the history and concepts of acupuncture and continues with the anatomic and neurophysiologic basis of acupuncture, research on acupuncture, practical techniques, instrumentation, and point selection. Part two covers acupuncture in small animals, including a canine atlas, avian acupuncture, and chapters that focus on disorders grouped by body systems. Part three is devoted to acupuncture in large animals. It begins with three different equine atlases, followed by equine acupuncture treatment according to body system and concludes with acupuncture in cattle and a porcine acupuncture atlas. Part four covers failures in veterinary acupuncture and veterinary manipulative therapies.

  • Fundamental Techniques of Plastic Surgery

    And Their Surgical Applications
    • 10 Edición
    • Alan D. McGregor + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The 10th edition of Fundamental Techniques of Plastic Surgery provides a straightforward account of the principles and practice of the basic techniques of plastic and reconstructive surgery that every surgeon should know. The management, repair and reconstruction of defects and wounds using skin and other tissues are discussed in detail, and potential problems and complications are also reviewed.

  • Veterinary Clinical Examination and Diagnosis

    • 1 Edición
    • Otto M. Radostits + 2 más
    • Inglés
    The ability to perform a good clinical examination is an essential tool that the practicingveterinari... must possess. Written by leading experts in small and large animal medicine and edited by cattle, equine and small animal experts, this new book provides all the information required to perform a thorough clinical examination of all small and large species, and of all organ systems.Initial chapters on restraint and handling and information gathering set the scene for the chapters on assessment of individual organ systems, giving the reader all they need to know to reach an accurate diagnosisof all clinical conditions. Handy clinical pointer boxes highlight key clinical information, and many tables and text boxes list important information in an easily-accessible format.Liberally illustrated with over 240 black and white prints, 38 colour prints and 150 line illustrations, Veterinary Clinical Examination and Diagnosisgives you all the tools you need to examine your patients and reach an accurate diagnosis.

  • Clinical Microbiology

    An Introduction for Healthcare Professionals
    • 8 Edición
    • Jennie Wilson
    • Inglés
    This book provides clearand concise information about microorganisms, how they cause infection and how they can be treated. The many illustrations throughout the text help make the information more accessible and the comprehensive referencing used will enable further in depth study if required by the reader.

  • Cancer Nursing Practice

    A Textbook for the Specialist Nurse
    • 1 Edición
    • Nora Kearney + 2 más
    • Inglés
    This textbook is unique in that it is the first European text for nurses practicing beyond the novice level in cancer nursing. Previously European cancer nurses have had to rely on North American texts, which are not always culturally transferable. The book presents a synthesis of important issues, which underpin the practice of advanced cancer nursing and are vital to experiencedpractitio... in moving cancer nursing forward. The central concerns of the book reflect the emerging roles of the advanced specialist practitioner and include advanced practice, education, management and research. The text is written by recognised cancernursing experts from throughout Europe who collectively are involved in shaping the future of cancer nursing across the continent.

  • Lyttle's Mental Health and Disorder

    • 3 Edición
    • Peter L. Thompson + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Lyttles Mental Health and Disorderis the leading textbook in this field, for students and practitioners alike. This completely revised third edition addresses the changes that have taken place in education, as well as in the organisation and provision of care and includes coverage of the new standards being disseminated by the National Service Frameworks for Mental Health. The aim of this book is to provide guidance that will support practitioners in delivering systems of care that are responsive to the needs of the patient or client.As a result aspects of delivery such as accurate and strong clinical leadership, risk assessment, medication management programmes and rational care planning processes, that feature in most policy statements, are to be found in this edition.

  • Pain Management in Animals

    • 1 Edición
    • Paul Flecknell + 1 más
    • Inglés
    An ever-increasing number of drugs are available to veterinarians for use in the control of pain. This new, concise guide gives vets with all the information they need to choose the most appropriate pain medication for any clinical situation. Introductory chapters explain the physiology of pain and pharmacology of analgesics, and are followed by detailed chapters on management of acute and post-operative pain and chronic pain, the problems of pain management and pain assessment. Written by an international team of veterinary pain management experts, Pain Management in Animals provides vets with all the information they need to provide good pain control in all their patients.

  • Shortness of Breath

    A Guide to Better Living and Breathing
    • 6 Edición
    • Andrew L. Ries + 7 más
    • Inglés
    Shortness of Breathis a user-friendly patient handbook for those suffering from chronic lung disease. The authors successfully present a large amount of complex information in a manner that the average reader can understand. It gives invaluable information on dealing with the psychological as well as the physical impacts of lung disease including suggestions for exercise programmes, relaxation tips, travel precautions, diet, etc. Clever cartoons are used to illustrate key points and many topics are addressed in a question and answer format. A well-written book which conveys that the quality of life does not have to be severely hampered by lung disease.

  • Medical Immunology Made Memorable

    • 2 Edición
    • John H. L. Playfair + 1 más
    • Inglés
    With easy-to-understand text and clear diagrams, the new 2nd Edition of Medical Immunology Made Memorable covers the core concepts of both basic science and clinical immunology. Unlike other titles that include unnecessary complex scientific detail, this book contains basic information students need to know to understand the clinical importance of the immune system and disease caused by its malfunction.Correspo... to students undergraduate courses, this book divides immunology into 3 sections. The first section, basic immunology looks at the normal workings of the immune system. Next, pathology examines the links between immunology and histopathology, chemical pathology, and microbiology. Finally, clinical conditions are listed by system, allowing readers to refer to the relevant section while proceeding through the medical and surgical firms.

  • The Art of Nursing

    A Practical Introduction
    • 1 Edición
    • Carolyn Cooper
    • Inglés
    This unique book helps nurses identify and develop the personal qualities that go into "artful" nursing practice. Based on nurse stories that portray the art of nursing, the book guides students to analyse how each personal quality or concept is actualised in the story, understand the challenges to enactment of the concept, and then apply the concept experientially through group and individual exercises. The text illustrates and elaborates onthe forms of knowledge used by nurses and concepts central to the art of nursing such as care, spirituality, presence, compassion, self-care and advocacy.

  • Pediatric Surgery Secrets

    • 1 Edición
    • Philip L. Glick + 3 más
    • Inglés
    A concise, yet complete clinical reference on pediatric surgery in the engaging and highly practical question-and-answer format of The Secrets Series. In 80 chapters, the authors present authoritative, practical coverage that will appeal to pediatric and general surgeons as well as pediatricians and primary care physicians.

  • Professional Studies for Midwifery Practice

    • 1 Edición
    • Diane M. Fraser
    • Inglés
    The explosion of information in midwifery makes it hard for practitioners and students to keep up. This book reviews and analyses the mostimportant topics and key professional issues with which midwives today must be familiar and the underpinning theory and concepts, on which clinical practice must be built. It covers core aspects of their increasingly responsible role, the scope of professional practice, ethical issues, clinical risk management, quality in midwifery and examines issues related to management, autonomy and teamwork, supervisors and managers. The book also reviews underpinning concepts which a midwife has to face in a varietyof ways in practice, accessing information, reflective practice, lifelong learning, cultural issues and ways in which midwives may influence the future of their profession. Covering the crucial theoretical issues, this book looks at their application into contemporary practice.

  • Linking Research and Practice in Midwifery

    A Guide to Evidence-Based Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Sue Proctor
    • Inglés
    This book explores how the links between midwifery research and practice can be developed and strengthened, in order to lead directly to care based on the best available evidence. Based on the realities of midwifery practice, contributions by researchers, practitioners and consumers explore the core issues, which challenge midwives in their practice, and how these challenges may be met. Comprising two sections, the book deals clearly and in detail with the complex issues involved in developing evidence-based practice. The first section considers the context of research in todays healthcare structure, after reflecting on the current and past positions of research in midwifery. Issues such as ethical decisions and the involvement of women and babies in research are explored prior to a discussion of the different stages of the research process. Continual professional and practice development through education and audit are also examined. Section Two highlights some of the core skills for research in midwifery and offers guidance and tips from experts in their fields. Throughout the book, examples from practice and reflective exercise illustrate and underpin theoretical points.

  • Integrated Care Pathways

    A Practical Approach to Implementation
    • 1 Edición
    • Sue Middleton + 1 más
    • Inglés
    An effective way of implementing new NHS initiatives into improved clinical practice, Integrated Care Pathways (ICPs) concentrate on patient-centred multidisciplinary care. Sue Middleton and Adrian Roberts explain how to use ICPs to deliver appropriate patient care in a team environment without compromising clinical freedom, as well as describing the relationship between ICPs and Clinical Governance. The introduction of Clinical Governance has led to increased interest in ICPs as the tool by which nationally defined guidelines and standards can be made locally applicable, leading to continuous quality improvement. Whilst research about the impact of ICPs is thin, there is increasing evidence from audit and evaluation in Trusts that ICPs lead to real improvements in standards and outcomes for patients.

  • Behavioural Distress

    Concepts and Strategies
    • 1 Edición
    • Bob Gates + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Many people find themselves without the experience or skills to deal with individuals with behaviour they do not like or find threatening. This much- needed new text provides insights and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.The book is divided into three sections. The first provides theoretical background, addresses legal and ethical issues, and raises questions about the language we use to describe behaviour we find difficult to understand. This is followed by the main part of the book and descriptions of seven different approaches and interventions. The third section of the book discusses the problematic nature of evidence for choosing particular interventions and therapies.Attractive... presented, the book includes:case studiesreader activitieslists of resources, such as annotated bibliographies, addresses of organisations and website addressesThis text will be of benefit to anyone working in health and social services, educational, and independent settings, as well as students, parents and carers.Written and edited by an interdisciplinary group of expert contributors, this book provides a unique resource that details a wide range of therapeutic interventions in one text.

  • Trauma Care

    A Team Approach
    • 1 Edición
    • Deborah Langstaff + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Real-life case studies are used in delivering practical advice and information on specific aspects of care delivery and risk management. The experience of the patient is the main focus, making this an invaluable text for all those involved in the trauma and recovery process.

  • When Someone Dies

    A Practical Guide to Holistic Care at the End of Life
    • 1 Edición
    • Hannah Cooke
    • Inglés
    Caring for patients who have been diagnosed with terminal illness provides a challenge to all healthcare professionals, as confronting the possibility of death and discussing it openly and supportively with the patient and their family is not easy. To ensure death with dignity, patients need holistic care: practical, social, emotional as well as spiritual needs must be met. This new book by Hannah Cooke links all these areas to provide practical support and advice on areas such as choices of treatment (including the use of complementary therapies), pain control, counselling and religious beliefs. There is also a section on the care of the bereaved with a list of helpful organisations that can be contacted.'When Someone Dies' will help nurses and other healthcare professionals implement a partnership of care that will ensure that their patients live until they die.

  • 300 Questions and Answers in Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Nurses

    • 2 Edición
    • College of Animal Welfare
    • Inglés
    '300 Questions and Answers in Anatomy and Physiology' has been published in response to repeated requests for self-test material in this subject - an area that causes most difficulty in examination. This collection of multiple choice questions gives the student the opportunity to concentrate on specific areas of weakness with a focussed and comprehensive review programme in the subject of their choice.Compiled by a leading training centre, these questions are representative of the type of question likely to appear in the examination paper. By using this revision guide you will not only increase your understanding of the subject but also increase your chances of achieving success in the examination.

  • 300 Questions and Answers In Radiography and Fluid Therapy for Veterinary Nurses

    • 2 Edición
    • College of Animal Welfare
    • Inglés
    '300 Questions and Answers in Small Animal Radiography & Fluid Therapy' has been published in response to repeated requests for self-test material in this subject - one of the areas that cause most difficulty in examination. This collection of multiple choice questions gives the student the opportunity to concentrate on specific areas of weakness with a focussed and comprehensive review programme in the subject of their choice.Compiled by a leading training centre, these questions are representative ofthe type of question likely to appear in the examination paper. By using this revision guide you will not only increase your understanding of the subject but also increase your chances of achieving success in the examination.

  • Nursing Faculty Secrets

    • 1 Edición
    • Linda J. Scheetz
    • Inglés
    Using the popular question-and-answer format of The Secrets Series, this helpful resource offers practical tips, answers, and secrets from expert nursing faculty. From securing the very first faculty assignment to preparing for tenure review, this book addresses those frequently asked questions posed by faculty in their early years. Updated coverage is included on new and emerging subjects such as integrating technology in the classroom, mentoring, distance learning, landing that faculty position, organizational structure, and much more.

  • Community Health Promotion

    Challenges for Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Joanne Kerr
    • Inglés
    The book is a core textbook for branch students and qualified staff on the practical issues of health promotion for a range of clients. It explores the central challenge of community health promotion, empowermentand, through examples from practice, addresses how professionals can be more responsive to patients needs. Extensive cases studies and practice-related questions are used throughout the text.

  • Carotid Artery Surgery

    A Problem-based Approach
    • 1 Edición
    • A. Ross Naylor + 1 más
    • Inglés
    A highly clinical, practical book on carotid diseases, which focuses on management options. For each management question an expert from Europe and from the US offer their views, and for particularly controversial topics more than one author has been invited to comment. Conclusions or management options are summarised in a box at the conclusion of each topic, which allows easy referral.The book is divided up into three main parts, covering pre-operative work-up, operative aspects and post-operative care. Chapters include evidence-based recommendations and experts personal opinions and reflect on-going clinical debate.

  • Principles of Perioperative Practice

    • 1 Edición
    • Martin Hind + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Principles of Perioperative Practice takes a practical look at the multifaceted role of the perioperative nurse. Basing their reflections on experience, the authors of each chapter take the reader through the main issues influencing perioperative practice today. Ranging from risk assessment and health and safety to ethics, quality and new technology, the authors have managed to capture the very essence of the challenges of working in the high impact environment of the perioperative field. The focus on the multi-disciplinary team ensures that these topics are discussed in the context of day-to-day work in perioperative practice.

  • MCQ's for the Companion to Psychiatric Studies

    • 1 Edición
    • Stephen M Lawrie
    • Inglés
    A book of MCQs for candidates revising for the MRCPsych and similar exams, designed to accompany the Companion to Psychiatric Studies.

  • How to Write Health Sciences Papers, Dissertations and Theses

    • 1 Edición
    • Shane A. Thomas
    • Inglés
    Clearly written and well-presented results are more readily accepted by examiners and fellow clinicians, however achieving this can be very difficult. This comprehensive text takes thefears and tears out of writing up research results. It provides a practical guide to the process of preparing a written research report, ensuring the information can be easily followed and understood. It details the sequence of events which must be followed if the written account is to be accessible to the reader and acceptable to the examiners. This practical guide provides help and reassurance for all those taking up the challenge of writing up their results.

  • Clinical Problem Solving in Dentistry

    • 3 Edición
    • Edward W. Odell
    • Inglés
    The latest edition of this popular book continues to provide a highly visual step-by-step guide to the practical management of a wide variety of presentations seen in clinical dental practice.Containing over 350 high-quality photographs, line artworks and tables, Clinical Problem Solving in Dentistry is written in an easy-to read ‘how to’ style and contains a large number of real life clinical cases carefully presented to maximise learning outcomes for the reader.Covering all core aspects of practice, Clinical Problem Solving in Dentistry, 3rd edition will be of value to all general dental practitioners, both qualified and in training.

  • Cell, Tissue and Disease

    The Basis of Pathology
    • 3 Edición
    • Katherine Woolf
    • Inglés
    The new edition of this well-known text is an introduction to general pathology: a subject that bridges the divide between the basic biological sciences and the practice of clinical medicine. The functional and structural changes that occur in cells and tissues as a result of direct damage by, or reactions to, a wide variety of unfavourable circumstances are described. Full account is taken of the rapidly increasing understanding of the underlying molecular mechanisms.

  • Echocardiography for the Neonatologist

    • 1 Edición
    • Jonathan Skinner + 2 más
    • Inglés
    This book provides a highly practical atlas on the use of echocardiography by the neonatologist in the management of the neonate. Whilst recognising the limitations of the non-specialist in echocardiography, the lavish use of illustrations and practical advice will provide an excellent companion to those being trained in and applying this technique in the special care baby unit.

  • Infectious Diseases of the Nervous System

    • 1 Edición
    • Larry E. Davis + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The editors are recognised world leaders in the field of infectious diseases of the nervous system. With the expertise of an international team of contributors they have provided a clinically focused text for the neurologist and hospital doctor caring for these patients.

  • Tooth Extraction

    A Practical Guide
    • 1 Edición
    • Paul D. Robinson
    • Inglés
    A user-friendly instruction book based on Geoffrey Howe's original text written in the 1970's. It retains the unchanged principles underpinning the extraction of teeth and established techniques of surgical management, whilst incorporating the changes which have taken place in key areas of practice. New sections have been added on subjects such as the use of general anaesthetic and the medico-legal climate.A virtual 'Apprentice's Manual', this practical guide takes the student through basic procedures in simple steps, thus underpinning more theoretical teaching provided elsewhere. The author begins with the principles of tooth extraction then goes on to advise on the use of radiographs and the administration of anaesthesia. Surgical removal of teeth is also covered, and a complete section deals with possible complications and their management. This new book not only provides students with the fundamental knowledge needed to perform their first tooth extraction but also prepares them for more complicated techniques they may need to use later on. It should be an essential purchase for every dental undergraduate.

  • Tools for Practice in Occupational Therapy

    A Structured Approach to Core Skills and Processes
    • 1 Edición
    • Rosemary Hagedorn
    • Inglés
    This key text has been written to bridge the gap between the books on the theory of occupational therapy and those which look at the occupational therapy management of specific conditions, i.e., it links the theory to practice. It looks at the 4 core processes which form the basis of the unique practice of OT: assessment and evaluation of individual potential and performance, occupational analysis and adaptation, environmental analysis adaptation and therapeutic use of self. It introduces the student to the scope and purpose of each of these processes and gives practical information about theirapplication in relation to working with adults.

  • Hall & Colman's Diseases of the Ear, Nose and Throat, International Edition

    • 15 Edición
    • Martin Burton
    • Inglés

  • Mosby's Handbook of Anatomy and Physiology - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

    • 1 Edición
    • Kevin T. Patton + 1 más
    • Inglés

  • Optics of the Human Eye

    • 1 Edición
    • David Atchison + 1 más
    • Inglés
    The book is divided into a number of short chapters with each chapter dedicated to a single theme. For ease of reference, the most commonly useful topics are at the beginning and topics with narrower appeal, such as ocular aberrations, are placed towards the end. The book is divided into 5 sections, covering:* basic optical structure of the human eye* image formation and refraction of the eye (including refractive errors of the eye, measurement and correction) * interactions between light and the eye, considering transmission, reflection and scatter in the media of the eye and at the fundus* aberrations and retinal image quality* depth of field copics and age related changes in the optics of the eyeThe book concludes with 4 appendices, covering mathematics relating to paraxial optics, aberrations theory and image quality criteria and construction data, optical parameters and the aberrations of a number of schematic eyes.

  • Acupressure E-Book

    Clinical Applications in Musculoskeletal Conditions
    • 1 Edición
    • John R. Cross
    • Inglés
    * An entirely practical handbook for healthcare professionals * Introduces the orthodox therapist to hands- on techniques in acupressure & reflextherapy * Offers additional treatment options for conditions involving musculoskeletal problems

  • Surgical Nursing

    Advancing Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Kim Manley + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This comprehensive book looks at the art and science of surgical nursing. Covering many of the essential issues relevant to the care of adults undergoing surgery in a range of settings, the text explores the nature of surgical nursing in all its guises, addressing challenging contemporary issues and measuring outcomes. It also explains the principles, whichunderlie the nursing care of patients throughout their surgical journey - from assessment and diagnosis, through pre- and intra-operative care, to the post-operative recovery phase and discharge. The physiological and scientific basis of practice is set out clearly and succinctly, while complex issues of care are explored through the use of reflection activities and short case studies. The text addresses issues, which will help nurses develop their role and their philosophy of care and assist in the improvement of patient management.

  • Case Presentations & MCQ's for the MRCGP

    • 1 Edición
    • Antonio A. T. Chuh
    • Inglés
    An exam preparation book aimed at MRCGP candidates to help them revise the content and technique for Paper 1 (short answers) as well as Paper 2 (MCQs).Also useful for summative assessment candidates.

  • The Doctor, His Patient and The Illness

    • 2 Edición
    • John Balint
    • Inglés
    First published in 1957, with a slight update in 1964, this classic text remains one of the standard works on the doctor patient relationship (largely as found in general practice). This new edition provides an updated descriptive analysis of the doctor-patient relationship, with practical advice on the potential and limits to the doctors involvement with the patient.

  • Complementary Therapies for Pregnancy and Childbirth

    • 2 Edición
    • Denise Tiran + 1 más
    • Inglés
    There has been a rapid increase in the interest of safe complementary and alternative approaches to healthcare in pregnancy and childbirth. For those working in maternity care who seek the evidence base for therapeutic approaches, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of complementary therapies, and their application to expectant andnew mothers and their babies.

  • Pain Management in Childbearing

    Key Issues in Management
    • 1 Edición
    • Margaret Yerby
    • Inglés
    This book provides a broad review of the many aspects of pain associated with childbearing. Specialist midwifery contributors deal with a key issue in their field of expertise, enabling the reader to become more effective when working with women in childbirth. Key topics include: the physiology of pain applied to childbirth, antenatal and postnatal pain, pharmacological and non-pharmacological views on pain relief, psychology of pain relief, fetal and neonatal pain, sociological and historical views. As a resource and broad guide to the management of pain in childbearing, this book is a valuable resource for both professional and student midwives.

  • Behavioural Sciences for Dentistry

    • 1 Edición
    • Gerald M. Humphris + 1 más
    • Inglés
    This is a textbook on behavioural sciences for dental students which offers a balanced approach to the behavioural issues are that are important in dentistry, both at the level of the individual patient, (eg. strategies for reducing anxiety in nervous and phobic patients), and at a broader level in motivating the population as a whole to adopt a healthier diet. It is a concise introduction to psychology, sociology and communication for the dental student which focuses on practical and clinically relevant issues eg management of patients anxiety.

  • Review of Perioperative Nursing

    • 1 Edición
    • Bettyann Hutchisson + 2 más
    • Inglés
    Introducing the newest companion to Phippen & Wells: Perioperative Nursing Practice. This superb review guide helps users to evaluate and validate their knowledge of perioperative nursing practice. Each chapter of the Review consists of an outline of the corresponding chapter in the text and a series of questions and answers.

  • Chiropractic Peripheral Joint Technique

    • 1 Edición
    • Raymond T. Broome
    • Inglés
    Chiropractic Peripheral Joint Technique is an essential and accessible text for all students and practitioners of chiropractic, osteopaths, physiotherapists and other manual therapists.Edited by a leading author in the field, Chiropractic Peripheral Joint Technique includes much new work and innovations for treating peripheral joint problems in addition to a catalogue of the traditional chiropractic techniques. This new book concentrates on the peripheral joints (e.g. shoulder, knee etc.) and will be a useful ready reference on chiropractic technique for both the student beginning clinical work and the busy practitioner. A chapter is also included on the temporo-mandibular joint.

  • Paediatric Intensive Care Nursing

    • 1 Edición
    • Carol Williams + 1 más
    • Inglés
    A comprehensive textbook on caring for the infant and child in intensive care. The text includes specific illness / disorders with related A & P, medical management and nursing care and a complete guide to the problems and solutions of working in the PICU.

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