Heart (Advanced) Speedy Study Guides


Book Description

The benefits of having a pamphlet on the Human Heart for biology students is that it would provide them with quick reference on the topic. By providing what the heart looks like, how it works, problems with heart conditions with visual illustrations of the heart chambers, valves, and its many elements. The heart is an important organ that pumps blood to all parts of the body. This pamphlet is designed as a quick study guide.




CPR And First Aid Care (Speedy Study Guides)


Book Description

Who says you need videos to learn CPR? This powerful guide will give you a step-by-step instruction to CPR and first aid care. This guide should be given to all first aid rescuers, even to moms and dads caring for little children. With this guide, you will hold the power to save someone else's life. Buy a copy today.




Physiology (Speedy Study Guide)


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Physiology assists individuals understand the most basic or underlying working of the human body. A physiology guide could help an individual interpret problems or issues with how muscles, cells and organs work together within the human body. Physiology is a science related to biology and relates to the functioning or basics of human life or living.




ACLS Review Made Incredibly Easy


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Get all the basic terms and treatment protocols with this colorful, fully illustrated guide to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)-clear-and-simple guidance from experts, including: Cardiac arrhythmias - recognizing and treating emergency conditions and rhythms, such as hypovolemia, hypoxia, acidosis, hypothermia, drug overdoses, cardiac tamponade, tension pneumothorax, pulmonary coronary thrombosis, and more Early management - managing the first 30 minutes of cardiac emergencies Ventilation techniques - including endotracheal intubation and use of supraglottic devices and bag-valve mask, Practicing for success - proven study strategies, quick quizzes, and an end-of-book practice test get you exam- and practice-ready. Get instant, on-the-unit support with this on-the-spot clinical reference and study guide, with dozens of diagrams, drawings, real-life patient examples, and guidance on areas including: Step-by-step direction on current interventions - including basic life support skills, adult cardiac arrest algorithm, and when and how to offer CPR, Procedure skills - indications, precautions, and safe use of devices such as pacemakers, defibrillators, and peripheral and central IV line insertion, Pharmacology - the right actions, indications, dosages, and precautions for major cardiovascular drugs. Chapter features provide priceless on-the-unit clinical tips: Just the facts - quick summary of each chapter's content "Nurse Joy" and "Nurse Jake" - expert insights on cardiovascular interventions Quick quiz- multiple-choice questions at end of each chapter to help you retain knowledge, Now I get it! - real-life patient scenarios that illustrate correct ACLS interventions What to look for - tips on identifying and interpreting arrhythmias Book jacket.




ACLS Study Guide - E-Book


Book Description

Reflecting the 2010 Emergency Cardiovascular Care guidelines, ACLS Study Guide, 4th Edition offers a complete, full-color overview of advanced cardiovascular life support. An easy-to-read approach covers everything from airway management and rhythms and their management to electrical therapy, acute coronary syndromes, and acute stroke. In addition to the latest ACLS treatment algorithms, this edition includes new case studies, new photos and illustrations, a heart rate ruler, and a handy ACLS quick-reference card for use in the field. Written by Barbara Aehlert, ACLS Study Guide is the official textbook for the American Safety & Health Institute ACLS certification course. A pretest and posttest -- each containing 50 questions with answers and rationales -- allow you to check your knowledge prior to and after your study. Chapter objectives preview the main points in each chapter. Stop and Review sections at the end of the chapters help you remember the most important information. ACLS Pearls boxes offer key points and useful tips for clinical practice. Keeping it Simple boxes provide essential information in a clear and concise manner. Ten case studies present real-life clinical situations, allowing you to make decisions based on information in the Preparatory section. Consistent format of case studies includes Objective, Skills to Master, Rhythms to Master, Medications to Master, Related Text Chapters, Essential Actions, and Unacceptable Actions. A heart rate ruler is included to help you interpret ECGs. 4 x 6 pocket-size quick-reference card contains key ACLS algorithms for field use. 100 new and updated photos and illustrations show key ACLS procedures and equipment. Pharmacological interventions are integrated into the chapters for a more cohesive learning experience. New streamlined approach reduces the number of pages and simplifies the information you need to know.




Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Manual - a Comprehensive Guide Covering the Latest Guidelines


Book Description

The content in this handbook is in compliance with the latest 2020 guidelines recently released by the American Heart Association (AHA). All the protocols illustrated here are based on up-to-date evidence. These guidelines are updated every 5 years. This handbook is designed for all medical professionals who undergo ACLS training. It aims to establish a sound understanding of the principles of ACLS, and the latest guidelines.




Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide


Book Description

Fully revised to meet the 2015 CPR/ECC Guidelines and to prepare students and professionals for PALS certification and recertification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, Fourth Edition, provides a clear and complete approach to managing pediatric emergencies. Designed for use by the spectrum of healthcare professionals, the Fourth Edition provides users with the critical information needed to approach real-life pediatric emergencies. The Fourth Edition includes: End-of-chapter quizzes with answers and objectives, as well as a comprehensive posttest to gauge material comprehension Case studies at the end of appropriate chapters for practice with real-world material application Clear procedural explanations written in descriptive yet accessible language A refined Table of Contents including standalone chapters on cardiac dysrhythmias, for focused learning and study PALS Pearl boxes for text-to-everyday clinical application In-text references for deeper research if desired




Phlebotomy (Speedy Study Guides)


Book Description

Phlebotomy refers to the process of puncturing a vein and extracting blood. A phlebotomy reference guide that contained diagrams of the major veins would be very helpful to anyone who is planning to pursue a career in a health/medical field. Learning how much blood is needed for each test and what the different colored test tubes are used for would also be an easier task when you could refer to a guidebook. This type of resource could also be used for teaching or independent studies.




Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide


Book Description

Fully revised to meet the 2015 CPR/ECC Guidelines and to prepare students and professionals for PALS certification and recertification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Study Guide, Fourth Edition, provides a clear and complete approach to managing pediatric emergencies. Designed for use by the spectrum of healthcare professionals, the Fourth Edition provides users with the critical information needed to approach real-life pediatric emergencies. The Fourth Edition includes: End-of-chapter quizzes with answers and objectives, as well as a comprehensive posttest to gauge material comprehension Case studies at the end of appropriate chapters for practice with real-world material application Clear procedural explanations written in descriptive yet accessible language A refined Table of Contents including standalone chapters on cardiac dysrhythmias, for focused learning and study PALS Pearl boxes for text-to-everyday clinical application In-text references for deeper research if desired




Circulatory System Advanced For Humans


Book Description

As health research and technology continue to advance, more information about the human body is being discovered. Anyone who is pursuing higher education about the human body and how it performs receives advanced information about the human circulatory system. This system is the combination of the body's organs and tissues working together to transport blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body. A pamphlet would benefit a biology or medical student because it would be a tool for learning and studying.