Medicine

This updated 12th Edition of Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing and its online resources equips PN/VN students with the practical (read more)

This updated 12th Edition of Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing and its online resources equips PN/VN students with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to provide safe and effective nursing care to adult medical-surgical clients in today's changing healthcare environment. This edition reflects current medical and nursing practice through accessible content enhanced by photos and illustrations that bring the information to life and reinforce learning.

Online videos, animations, audio, NCLEX-PN (R) review questions, and much more combine with text content to prepare students for real-world nursing and NCLEX-PN success. KEY FEATURES NEW! Concept Mastery Alerts highlight and clarify commonly misunderstood concepts. Concept Care Maps present a visual diagram focusing on the priority problem, expected outcomes, and nursing interventions of the client in the accompanying Clinical Scenario.

Critical thinking questions follow the scenarios. Over 30 Nursing Care Plans (with rationales) address such issues as Alzheimer's disease, cancer, myocardial infarction, stroke, diabetes mellitus, modified radical mastectomy, and chronic renal failure to help students develop a solid understanding of nursing care. Revised NCLEX-PN questions, as well as NEW alternate format questions, now align with the latest NCLEX-PN text plan.
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As a medical student Niall Tubridy fell in love with neurology. Figuring out how the brain and nervous system signal problems was (read more)

As a medical student Niall Tubridy fell in love with neurology. Figuring out how the brain and nervous system signal problems was a form of high stakes detective work and answers could be life-changing. Just One More Question is the story of Niall Tubridy's career in neurology.

He shares the stories of encounters that are, by turn, poignant, dramatic and funny, such as ... The chef who goes for his usual morning walk, and loses his memory for the next six hours..The painter who believes her left hand is her guardian angel..The eager young lover whose head 'explodes' every time he orgasms.. (hide)

This fifth edition of a successful book provides an overview of fetal and perinatal pathology, concentrating on common problems, (read more)

This fifth edition of a successful book provides an overview of fetal and perinatal pathology, concentrating on common problems, especially where the anatomical pathology findings guide the direction of further investigations. A new feature of this edition is an emphasis on the molecular aspects of pathology in the perinatal setting. There are four new chapters, including one on the genetic and epigenetic basis of development and disease, and over 300 new illustrations.

The format of the book remains the same as previous editions with the first half covering general areas in perinatal pathology. The second half is based on organ systems and covers specific pathological entities, now including discussion of the relevant molecular pathology. There is extensive cross-referencing between chapters. (hide)

Since the first edition was published in 1973, K. J. Lee's Essential Otolaryngology has stayed true to its original intent: to serve (read more)

Since the first edition was published in 1973, K. J. Lee's Essential Otolaryngology has stayed true to its original intent: to serve as a guide for board preparation, as well as a practical and concise reference text reflecting contemporary concepts in clinical otolaryngology. Senior medical students, residents, fellows, board-eligible and board-certified otolaryngologists, primary care physicians, and specialists in other fields will find this acclaimed resource to be completely up to date, authoritative, concise, and well written. The leading guide in otolaryngology:

Published:20 Sep 2019 (hide)

Now in its tenth edition, Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine is fully updated and revised under a new team of editors. Featuring new (read more)

Now in its tenth edition, Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine is fully updated and revised under a new team of editors. Featuring new chapters covering: o Diagnosis: the art of being a doctor - helping readers to develop a confident clinical method in interactions with patientso Elderly medicine, frailty and multimorbidityo Public healtho Surgeryo Evidence-based medicineo Sepsis and the treatment of bacterial infection o Haematological Oncologyo Venous thromboembolic diseaseo Hypertensiono Men's healthEnhanced clinical skills content has been added to most chapters - helping readers tailor history-taking and examination skills to specific specialty-based contexts. Bonus online content - including self-assessment, common clinical and international cases, cardiovascular and respiratory audio material, clinical examination videos and bite-sized topic pages covering major conditions. (hide)

Last's Anatomy : Regional and Applied is aimed at trainee surgeons and medical students. Throughout it is rich in applied clinical (read more)

Last's Anatomy : Regional and Applied is aimed at trainee surgeons and medical students. Throughout it is rich in applied clinical content, knowledge of which is essential for both clinical examination and surgical procedures. Although regional in approach each chapter is structured to clearly explain the structure and function of the component systems.

The author brings his continuing experience of teaching anatomy to trainee surgeons to ensure the contents reflects the changing emphasis of anatomical knowledge now required. (hide)

"Learning Clinical Reasoning" uses a case-based approach to teach students the basics of clinical reasoning. The first section explains (read more)

"Learning Clinical Reasoning" uses a case-based approach to teach students the basics of clinical reasoning. The first section explains the chief components of the clinical reasoning process, such as generating and refining diagnostic hypotheses, using and interpreting diagnostic tests, assembling a working diagnosis, therapeutic decision making, and examining and applying evidence, and also includes a discussion of cognitive errors. The second section contains 69 cases in which clinicians 'think out loud' about diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas, and the authors critique these clinicians' reasoning.

This edition has thirty new cases from the "New England Journal of Medicine" and other sources and expanded discussions of evidence-based medicine, clinical practice guidelines, and cognitive errors. (hide)

Now designated as a primary medical specialty, the field of interventional radiology has contributed many ground-breaking procedures, (read more)

Now designated as a primary medical specialty, the field of interventional radiology has contributed many ground-breaking procedures, including angioplasty, catheter-delivered stents, aneurysm coiling, and minimally-invasive cancer treatment. This first-of-its-kind review text offers an authoritative, easy-to-use introduction to the field, highlighting procedures, instruments, techniques, modalities, and more. Using an image-filled, practical format it covers exactly what you need to know for a solid foundation in this fast-growing field.

Employs a case-based approach with a consistent chapter format to provide a clear, practical review of each topic. Each case-based chapter includes an Overview of the procedure and disease process, Indications and Contraindications of the procedure, standard Equipment used, a review of relevant Anatomy, detailed Procedural Steps, as well as Treatment Alternatives and common Complications. Reviews the skillful use of X-rays, CT, ultrasound, MRI, and other imaging methods to direct interventional procedures.

Published: 26 Jul 2019
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Highly illustrated, comprehensive, and accessible, Ophthalmology Lecture Notes is the ideal reference and revision guide to common (read more)

Highly illustrated, comprehensive, and accessible, Ophthalmology Lecture Notes is the ideal reference and revision guide to common eye problems and their diagnosis and management. Beginning with overviews of anatomy, history taking, and examination, it then covers a range of core ophthalmic conditions, including a new chapter on paediatric ophthalmology. The content has been thoroughly updated and includes: * Over 200 diagrams and photographs * A range of core clinical cases in chapter 20 demonstrating the clinical context of key conditions (hide)

A fully updated edition of the best-selling textbook for students studying for their dental nurse qualificationLevison's Textbook (read more)

A fully updated edition of the best-selling textbook for students studying for their dental nurse qualificationLevison's Textbook for Dental Nurses continues to be an indispensable resource written specifically for those undertaking the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing. This new edition provides in-depth coverage in many areas, such as the structure of the dental profession; an update of the current, available NHS dental services; information on extended duties for dental nurses; legal and ethical issues; health and safety including COSHH and waste disposal legislation updates; general anatomy and physiology; and medical emergencies.

Published:6 Sep 2019 (hide)