Author : Rae Langford
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 813 pages
File Size : 11,18 MB
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323030114
The handbook provides an updated profile of more than 250 adult and pediatric diseases and conditions, 24 of which are new to this edition.
Author : Rae Langford
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
Page : 820 pages
File Size : 45,8 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323030113
From Abruptio Placentae to Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome, adult and pediatric diseases are listed alphabetically with colored tabs for easy retrieval of essential information. Book jacket.
Author : Kathleen Deska Pagana
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1202 pages
File Size : 49,23 MB
Release : 2013-11-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323089496
This quick reference handbook offers clear, concise coverage of over 700 of the most commonly performed diagnostic and laboratory tests - including 39 new to this edition. Trusted authors, Kathleen Pagana, PhD, RN and Timothy Pagana, MD, FACS, bring together a comprehensive collection of full color designs, illustrations and photos to show exactly how various tests are performed. Related tests are grouped by chapter and presented in a consistent format to facilitate a full understanding of each type of diagnostic test. UNIQUE! Coverage of the clinical significance of test results explains why a given test result indicates specific diseases.Full-color design clarifies key concepts, procedures, and testing techniques.Related Tests sections list tests that provide similar information or are used to evaluate the same body system, disease process, or symptom. NEW! Unique front section on coding for diagnostic and laboratory tests (ICD-10) provides explanations of the coding requirements and challenges for diagnostic testing along with codes for all tests in the manual. NEW! 39 of the most current laboratory and diagnostic tests have been added to this new edition to reflect current best practices.NEW! Updated photographs and illustrations reflect the latest changes in testing equipment.
Author : Christopher P. Conlon
Publisher :
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 42,37 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Medical
ISBN :
Improve your recognition of physical signs of infectious disease with the help of this lavishly illustrated, accessible guide. Mosby's COLOR ATLAS AND TEXT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE gives a simple account of each disease accompanied by first-class, color photographs. Chapters cover general principles, infections by body system, generalized infections, and infections of particular patient types (eg. the immunocompromised and the neonate). Succinct, to-the-point coverage is given to clinical manifestation, prognosis and principles of management. * Nearly 500 full-color photographs accurately depict the clinical appearance of infectious diseases * Reflects real life experience by concentrating on infections most often treated in clinical practice * Clinical and symptom discussions ensure book is helpful in clinical practice * Provides an accessible overview for use as a quick reference or as a review tool * Covers topics succinctly and efficiently * Suggested readings refer you to even more useful information
Author : Eimear Muir-Cochrane
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 20,30 MB
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0729582248
Perfect For: - Nursing Students - Health Care Professionals - Social Service Professionals Mosby’s Pocketbook of Mental Health 2nd Edition, written by leading professional nurses and academics, Professor Eimear Muir-Cochrane, Patricia Barkway and Debra Nizette, is a convenient reference guide for nursing students and health professionals required to respond to individuals in crisis. This user-friendly pocket guide from Muir-Cochrane, Barkway and Nizette delivers practical strategies and skills for nursing students and professionals, general practitioners, paramedics, police and allied health workers to implement. With a focus on social inclusion, recovery, culture and the promotion of consumer rights, this mental health textbook plays a pivotal guide for holistic modern health care practices. Benefit from the updated content of Mosby’s Pocketbook of Mental Health 2nd Edition, which features a new opening chapter, the latest research and evidence (including the recently released National Practice Standards), tips for a successful clinical placement and guidance on psychiatric medications. Muir-Cochrane, Barkway and Nizette have delivered an exemplary mental health textbook that provides students and professional nurses with helpful "dos and don’ts" and "what to do" in commonly encountered medical circumstances. • Written specifically for Australian and New Zealand contexts. • Hands-on and inclusive strategies enable readers to develop practical skills. • Convenient size and user-friendly layout that offers readers immediate access to information.
Author : Henry M. Seidel
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 39,3 MB
Release : 2010-03-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323078435
Be prepared in any clinical setting with this portable, full-color, illustrated guide. Key information includes differential diagnosis tips, pediatric variations, sample documentation, and other helpful assessment data for quick reference. Separate chapters cover age-specific exams for infants, children, and adolescents, the healthy female evaluation, and reporting and documenting findings. The two-column format featuring Exam Techniques, Expected Findings, and Unexpected Findings provides quick and reliable reference to key exam steps. Over 250 full-color figures depicting anatomy and physiology, exam procedures, and normal and abnormal findings offer a visual guide to performing exams. Documentation examples promote concise yet thorough patient charting for each system exam. Aids to Differential Diagnosis Tables summarize distinguishing characteristics of abnormalities, making it easier to identify patients’ symptoms. Lists of the equipment required in preparation for each system exam facilitate efficiency in the practice setting. Color-coded tables highlight pediatric variations and provide quick-reference coverage of developmental considerations specific to pediatric patients. Updates throughout reflect the latest research and evidence-based practice findings on all aspects of the physical exam. New content on electronic charting reflects the shift to electronic medical records in clinical practice and offers a current resource on what and how to chart. An updated drug table provides a list of physical findings potentially related to common classes of drugs.
Author : Tolu D. C. Oyelowo
Publisher : Mosby Incorporated
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 21,10 MB
Release : 2007-06-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323093309
This is a Pageburst digital textbook; This essential clinical companion provides quick access to a wealth of information on effectively managing common women's health issues. It offers just the right level of coverage for health professionals, with concise, user-friendly protocols for diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions. In addition to traditional medical information, this book also explores alternative natural treatment options such as physical therapy, nutrition, herbs, chiropractic, and naturopathic therapies. A consistent format throughout makes it easy to quickly find key information. Coverage of common conditions includes a description of the condition, causes, diagnostic procedures, signs/symptoms, traditional medical management, self-help treatments, dietary/nutritional management, adjunctive therapies, and chiropractic treatment options. Features a section on general hormonal health that explores the role of estrogen and estrogen derivatives in maintaining health and predisposing to disease. Addresses other factors impacting women's health such as culture, spirituality, and domestic violence. Convenient pocket size makes this handbook ideal for use in the clinical setting. Goes beyond reproductive issues to address the total health care needs of female patients. A multidisciplinary editorial board provides a well-rounded perspective of women's health issues with just the right amount of information for health professionals.
Author : Kathleen Deska Pagana
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1095 pages
File Size : 50,26 MB
Release : 2018-09-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323609686
Get the latest research and easy access to today’s most important diagnostic and lab tests! Known for its accuracy, currency, and clear, easy-to-use format, Mosby’s Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference 14th Edition features concise test entries that are arranged alphabetically and reflect the latest in diagnostic and lab testing and research. This new edition adds 15 tests with vital information such as alternate or abbreviated test names, test explanation, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, and guidelines to patient care before, during, and after the test. Plus, all related tests are cross-referenced throughout the book to simplify lookup. A compact size, durable cover, and A-to-Z thumb tabs make this market-leading book ideal for everyday use in the classroom and on the job! Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z thumb tabs, so you will never have to search for a test by having to first determine its correct category or body system. Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable. Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows to show increased or decreased test results. Convenient appendix lists tests by body system and test type, making it easy to quickly locate related studies. A durable cover with rounded edges helps prevent the book from being damaged and makes it easier to handle. Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find. Possible critical values are highlighted to show situations requiring immediate intervention. Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their families. User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure, so you can minimize worry about having to repeat a test due to an error. Abbreviations for tests are listed in the back of the book, and symbols and units of measurement are listed in an appendix. Cross-referencing of related tests makes them easy to find. NEW! Test entries include the latest diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures, featuring 10 new monographs and 15 additional tests. NEW! Content reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results, accuracy of testing, and patient care and education for each test. NEW! Common Reference Ranges section added to the Inside Front Cover material.
Author : Jane W. Ball
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 725 pages
File Size : 32,98 MB
Release : 2017-12-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323545386
- NEW! Emphasis on clinical reasoning provides insights and clinical expertise to help you develop clinical judgment skills. - NEW! Enhanced emphasis on patient safety and healthcare quality, particularly as it relates to sports participation. - NEW! Content on documentation has been updated with a stronger focus on electronic charting (EHR/EMR). - NEW! Enhanced social inclusiveness and patient-centeredness incorporates LGBTQ patients and providers, with special a emphasis on cultural competency, history-taking, and special considerations for examination of the breasts, female and male genitalia, reproductive health, thyroid, and anus/rectum/prostate. - NEW! Telemedicine, virtual consults, and video interpreters content added to the Growth, Measurement, and Nutrition chapter. - NEW! Improved readability with a clear, straightforward, and easy-to-understand writing style. - NEW! Updated drawing, and photographs enhance visual appeal and clarify anatomical content and exam techniques.
Author : Sheila A. Sorrentino
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1197 pages
File Size : 49,28 MB
Release : 2014-04-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1771720271
Mosby’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker prepares students to function in the role of support worker in community and institutional settings. The #1 text used by Support Worker programs across Canada and at Canadian-affiliated schools worldwide, the book covers the broad foundation of skills that support workers/resident care aides/health care aides need in order to perform their role safely and effectively. Comprehensive, yet easy to read, Mosby’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker makes learning easy with clear explanations of concepts and step-by-step presentations of procedures. Numerous full-colour illustrations, photographs, charts, and tables are combined with real-life case studies and examples to provide the reader with an outstanding learning experience. Covers key procedures for Canadian support workers – 95 in total Recognizes provincial/territorial differences in scope of practice Clear, detailed instructions in step-by-step procedures Evidence-based practice: chapter references supplied at end of book Reflects current Canadian practice and terminology Additional First Nations content Chapter summaries to aid student comprehension Rationales for all procedure steps Test Bank features higher-level taxonomies to allow testing that focuses on cognitive level Instructor’s Test Bank features higher-level taxonomies to allow testing that focuses on cognitive level And more!
