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Libros en Ciencias de la Salud

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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