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You can prepare for your future career and success on the NCLEX with the only pharmacology textbook truly written for the LPN/LVN student, Roach's Introductory Clinical Pharmacology. This proven book will help you every step of the way to master one of the most challenging content areas in the LPN/LVN curriculum. Organized by body system, the book provides a clear, concise introduction to pharmacology, focusing on basic principles and the nurse's responsibility in drug administration. You can focus your reading and enhance your mastery of course concepts through chapter-opening Learning Objectives, Key Terms, and Drug Class lists that identify potential errors and safety concerns. You can learn drug contraindications, precautions, and interactions through The Nursing Process framework that presents care of the patient as it relates to the drug and drug regimen, as well as Checklists of Relevant Nursing Diagnoses. You can master important patient care concepts with Pharmacology in Practice case studies that focus on assessment, administration, or teaching issues that have an impact on a real-life patient. Chapter-ending Think Critically questions return to the patient in the case study and ask you to explore options and make clinical judgments related to the administration of drugs. You can get a sense of real world practice through Patient Case Study scenarios threaded through each chapter that offer a "simulation-focus." Quickly identify urgent nursing actions that may be required when managing a patient receiving a specific drug or drug category through Nursing Alerts. You can prepare for NCLEX success with Build Your Knowledge (information and fact-based warm-up questions), Apply Your Knowledge (questions keyed to the actual NCLEX-PN test plan), and Alternate Format Questions. You can access vital tools for your future career, including Drug Interaction Tables that provides at-a-glance information about the likelihood of a patient problem when multiple drugs are given and Summary Drug Tables that list drugs from the classes discussed in each chapter, including names, uses, frequent adverse reactions, and general dosing information. You can meet the needs of specific populations at risk or needing specific drug administration considerations through practical Lifespan Considerations boxes. You can expand your knowledge through Herbal Considerations boxes that provide information on herbs and complementary and alternative remedies that may be used by patients under their care. You can prepare for situations that may arise during drug therapy for patients with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, hypertension, or epilepsy, including issues of polypharmacy through Chronic Care Considerations. You can master each chapter's key concepts and skills through Know Your Drugs (matching questions), Calculate Medication Dosages (dosage calculation questions), and Prepare for NCLEX (NCLEX-style questions), at the end of each drug chapter.

Completely revised and updated, the fourth edition of Aunt Minnie's Atlas and Imaging-Specific Diagnosis is an excellent study tool for radiology board examinations. This classic textbook is divided into all radiology subspecialties written by experts in their academic fields and include images, history, findings, diagnosis, and discussion. "Aunt Minnie's Pearls" at the end of each case help reinforce the key features and provide a quick review of major salient points. Perhaps the largest single collection of Aunt Minnie-like cases in any one publication, it features more than 380 cases and over 1,000 images representing all modalities and subspecialties in diagnostic imaging. Features: addition of many new classic cases with updated images and the addition of more "advanced" imaging in many of the existing cases; online privileges that allow digital internet access to all of the cases from the book; "Aunt Minnie's Pearls" reinforce the most important features of each case; and teaching file format familiar to readers.

The ideal quick reference for the busy mental health clinician seeing younger patients, the Fifth Edition of Green's Child and Adolescent Clinical Psychopathology has been fully revised by a new team of authors active in clinical practice and resident education. A trusted reference in the field, Green's continues to provide practical and balanced information on the full range of medications used to treat mental health disorders in children and adolescents. This rapid reference delivers: detailed coverage of medication usage - including both FDA - approved and evidence-based off-label uses; precautions and warnings help readers avoid prescribing errors and adverse drug interactions; emphasis on recent and highly used medications, with older and less often used agents grouped in an Appendix; and convenient, reader-friendly organization makes essential information easy to find and use. New to the Fifth Edition: increased focus on medication effects and cost-effectiveness; new information on cardiac function and risk factors in patients taking stimulants; long-term suicide risks associated with SSRIs; longer term outcomes of major depression treatment; use of anticonvulsant medications in patients with bipolar disorder; and weight gain in patients taking antipsychotics.

For over three decades, Harley's Pediatric Ophthalmology has been the premier reference in pediatric ophthalmology. In this sixth edition it delivers even more of the detailed and practical coverage that has made it the most trusted resource in the field. Completely revised, its new full-color format will help the reader identify pathologies and retain key facts. Its updated table of contents now includes new information on genetics, evaluation methodologies, diagnostic techniques, and treatment modalities - including new drugs. But most importantly, this new edition provides details on the recent advances that will allow for early diagnosis and broader treatment options for children with ophthalmic disorders. Features: everyday, practical coverage of the entire field of pediatric ophthalmology; new full-color format for quick reference to key facts; new information on genetics pinpoints causes of ophthalmic disease and assists in prenatal screening; latest evaluative and diagnostic techniques help spot ophthalmic disorders early; and contributors give readers the insights of established leaders in the field.

"Sports Medicine Conditions: Return to Play"""addresses the""most important and challenging problems in sports medicine, determining the appropriate time for an athlete to return to play. With this handy resource, you'll explore the latest imaging diagnostics, and get vital information on surgical and non-surgical therapies for athletic injuries. "Look inside and discover..."Injury-based organization lets you find the facts you need quicklyTwo-page spread format for each injury lets you find practical solutions at a glanceConsistent presentation covers History/Mechanism of Injury, Physical Examination, Imaging, Classification, Operative and Nonoperative Treatments, Rehabilitation Principles, and Return to PlayExpert perspectives let you benefit from the experience of orthopedics, sports medicine, and physical therapy professionalsAbundant original composite illustrations that clearly demonstrate operative procedures for these injuries

As the field of gynecologic surgery evolves at a rapid pace, stay ahead of the crowd with Te Linde's Atlas of Gynecologic Surgery, your foremost guide to pelvic anatomy and surgical technologies. Perfect for both gynecologists-in-training and veteran physicians, this tome of information imparts the latest novel techniques that will keep your practice on the industry's cutting edge. Whether you're just getting started, looking to hone your surgical techniques, or simply searching for an outstanding guide to keep your memory fresh - this text will help you gain mastery of the latest developments in gynecologic surgery. Features: topics cover gynecology, gynecologic oncology, reproductive surgery, and urogynecology; succinct overviews of each procedure for easy reference; procedural, step-by-step guides of each technique, including operative notes; clear and accessible line drawings and color illustrations; and interactive website coupled with 24 in-depth instructional videos.

Leave no disease undetected with MRI and CT of the Cardiovascular System, your definitive guide to magnetic resonance and computed tomography for cardiovascular health. Authored by a collaboration of international experts, this vivid, four-color third edition imparts the latest technologies in a rapidly advancing field. With topics that range from anatomy, to MR in infants and children, to risk assessment in ischemic heart disease this text includes seven new chapters to reflect the rising tide of technological discovery as it pertains to cardiology. Thanks to its expert analysis, procedural guide to implementation, and profound understanding of the recent advances in cardiovascular imagining, MRI and CT of the Cardiovascular System gives you all the tools necessary for powerful screening, diagnosis, and cardiovascular care. Features: new chapters reflecting technological discoveries in cardiology; color illustrations for heightened clarity; companion website with fully searchable text; units organized by pathology and disease detection; and fully updated information on application of MR and CT - Up-to-date analysis of emerging multi-detector CT.

Today, multidisciplinary approaches to treatment are at the heart of cancer care. They offer improved clinical outcomes, new possibilities in patient quality of life, and enable the development of true innovation in individualized treatment. To accurately reflect this modern day approach to cancer care, the content of the 6th edition of Principles and Practice of Gynecologic Oncology was written entirely by surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists. New to the editorial team, Dr. Andrew Berchuck has made significant contributions to the understanding of the molecular pathogenesis of ovarian and endometrial cancer in the book's content. Every chapter of this book has been either completely rewritten or extensively updated to ensure that everyone involved in treating women with gynecologic cancer will have the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the subject. Traditionally available as a printed textbook, now it comes with a completely revamped digital experience, powered by Inkling! Features: 4-color layout with over 550 illustrations; new chapters include Molecular Pathogenesis of Gynecologic Cancers, Hereditary GYN Cancers, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, and Comparative Effectiveness Research in Gynecologic Oncology; a valuable resource for residents and fellows in training; digital version can be used for clinic, conferences, or as an authoritative source of knowledge available in real time; and digital version that includes the complete text, index-based search, note sharing, regular content updates integrated into the text, and much more.

Lippincott's Pocket Neuroanatomy is a go-to reference, review, and study tool for neuroanatomy and neuroscience with a strong focus on high-yield topics and presentation. It presents the essential information needed for course and board exam review in a concise, quick-reference format with tables, full-color images, and bullet-point text. The book contains multiple features identifying the clinical significance of concepts, as well as mnemonics to aid in the retention of facts. An index of terms provides easy access to facts on all neuroanatomical structures and pathways. This pocket-sized reference intuits how students typically study for exams and provides highly distilled content in one easily portable source. It is ideal for medical, dental, allied health, and graduate school students and appropriate for courses in nursing, pre-pharmacy, pre-med, and kinesiology. Features include: an introductory chapter on terminology and orientation to provide a concise overview of concepts; clinically significant facts for practical application; consistent presentation of information including descriptions of structures, connections, pathways, and functions; learning aids such as mnemonics and analogies to help you remember important facts; and a complete index of terms for quick reference.

This classic well-illustrated textbook simplifies neuroscience content to focus coverage on the essentials and helps students learn important neuroanatomical facts and definitions. Among its many distinctions are its organization by region and then pathways into and out of the nervous system, which permits students an integrated view of the anatomy and physiology; level of treatment suited to increasingly shorter neuroanatomy course hours for medical and allied health students; and the author's succinct writing style.

Oncology in Primary Care is for primary care clinicians who need practical and concise information on caring for their patients with cancer. Written in an easy-to-browse format, chapters cover risk factors, prevention, screening, prognosis, and surveillance strategies - valuable information that helps primary care clinicians advise their patients regarding therapeutic and end-of-life decisions and become true partners in the care of their patients with cancer. Each chapter also includes an abundance of figures and tables to help clinicians find quick answers to questions commonly encountered in the primary care setting. Plus, a companion website is available allowing easy accessibility to the content. It includes a glossary of common cancer-related terms and an annotated list of internet and community resources for cancer care. It provides rapid access to essential information needed to assist in the treatment of complications of cancer therapy. It emphasizes prognosis, long-term effects of therapy, survivorship, and surveillance to help the primary care clinician manage co-morbid conditions and advise patients regarding therapeutic and end-of-life decisions. It includes access to full text and image bank online.

In the ever-changing field of vitreo-retinal surgery, the factor that may best distinguish a great surgeon from a good one is the ability to avoid and manage complications. Within the pages of Complications of Vitreo-Retinal Surgery, readers will discover the practical information ophthalmic surgeons need to address a wide range of intra- and postoperative complications associated with vitreo-retinal surgery. The text addresses a broad range of complications, occurring in both established and emerging surgical techniques. Each potential complication is analyzed in detail, including information on pathogenesis and risk factors. It includes chapters that are organized by potential complication, with each addressed by a single contributing author as if he/she is the surgeon on the case. While created specifically for vitreo-retinal surgeons, this book will provide useful information for other members of the surgical team as well as for general ophthalmologists, residents, and optometrists who see patients before and after vitreo-retinal procedures. This handy reference delivers: detailed coverage that addresses specific complications related to scleral buckling, pneumatic retinopexy, and 20-, 23-, and 25-gauge vitrectomy; expert contributors that offers advice on avoidance and management of each complication, and offer guideposts for projected clinical outcomes; bulleted points that delivers clinical pearls on the prevention and management of specific complications; and, real-world clinical scenarios that provides practical, stepwise guidance in the management of each issue.

Now in a fully revised and updated Second Edition, Practical Neurology Visual Review previously known as (Practical Neurology DVD Review) continues to be a powerful educational tool for mastering the clinical practice of neurologic diagnosis. The book opens new venues for teaching and learning the essentials of neurology by utilizing an interactive patient-based audiovisual electronic format. You can discover today's most practical guide to neurologic diagnosis. It offers case-based format that includes 131 real-world scenarios to sharpen readers' critical thinking and diagnostic skills. It includes over 370 multiple-choice questions reinforce essential knowledge. It features over 130 online video clips address common and unusual neurologic presentations. Principles of bedside neurology include description and localization of findings, differential diagnosis, evaluation, management, and counseling. New to the Second Edition: full-color design facilitates visual learning; 50 new cases from two institutions provide new diagnostic challenges; additional diagnostic images highlight critical pathologic features; QR codes located in the print book allow easy access to videos via any smartphone or tablet QR reader; companion website features digital interactive case presentations; and presentations by expert instructors ensure clear and accurate descriptions of neurologic conditions, their signs, and symptoms.

Lippincott Concise Illustrated Anatomy series presents human gross anatomy in an efficient, easy-to-use format by combining core, need-to-know content with detailed atlas-style illustrations. This volume focuses on anatomical structures and functions of the head and neck, and includes clinical considerations concerning these important regions. With artwork adopted from the Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Atlas of Anatomy as well as new illustrations, understanding the functional and clinical relevance of anatomy has never been more at hand! Features and benefits: outline format balances concise text with comprehensive, detailed artwork for quick and efficient comprehension; hundreds of full-color, atlas-style illustrations are carefully placed in close relation to relevant text for easy reference; logical regional sequence reveals continuity among anatomical structures and components; chapters progress inward from superficial layers of the body to deep structures; clinical Considerations highlight much sought-after clinically relevant information; detailed tables are distributed at key points throughout chapters; and special functional summaries of cranial nerves, arteries of the head and neck, and autonomic innervation. Lippincott Concise Illustrated Anatomy series is a perfect resource for students as well as those seeking a specialty reference for clerkship and beyond. Other titles in this series: Lippincott Concise Illustrated Anatomy: Back, Upper Limb, Lower Limb; and Lippincott Concise Illustrated Anatomy: Thorax, Abdomen & Pelvis.

Atlas of EEG Patterns, Second Edition The electroencephalogram (EEG) is essential to the accurate diagnosis of many neurologic disorders. The Second Edition of Atlas of EEG Patterns sharpens readers' interpretation skills with an even larger array of both normal and abnormal EEG pattern figures and text designed to optimize recognition of tell-tale findings. Trainees will benefit from hundreds of EEG figures, helping them spot abnormalities and identify the pattern name. Experienced neurologists will find the book excellent as a quick reference and when trying to distinguish a finding from similarly appearing patterns. Organized by EEG pattern, the Atlas orients you to the basics of EEG, helps the reader identify the characteristic EEG wave features and leads you to the EEG diagnosis through a table that organizes all of the EEG patterns according to their wave features. The Atlas includes the full range of EEG patterns from the common rhythms to the rare findings, and it also includes numerous examples of artifacts. New in the Second Edition...Solution Site with full text and image bank. An extensive table guides you from EEG wave features to a list of EEG patterns that have the features, then to detailed descriptions and examples of each pattern. Over 150 new EEG figures from an established EEG laboratory sharpen your interpretation skills using real-world examples.

The Handbook of Clinical Anesthesia, Seventh Edition, closely parallels Clinical Anesthesia, Seventh Edition, and presents the essential information found in the larger text in a concise, portable format. Extensive changes made to the parent textbook are reflected in the Handbook; chapters have been completely updated and a new chapter covering anesthesia for laparoscopic and robotic surgeries has been added. The Handbook makes liberal use of tables and graphics to enhance rapid access to information. This comprehensive, pocket-sized reference guides you through virtually every aspect of perioperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care. Inside You'll Find: step-by-step procedures to administer anesthesia for cardiac surgery, obstetric surgery, minimally invasive procedures, chronic pain management, and more; ASA guidelines for patient care and safety included; robust appendices include formulas, Atlas of Electrocardiography, Pacemaker and ICD Protocols, American Heart Association resuscitation protocols, ASA Standards and Guidelines, difficult airway algorithms, malignant hyperthermia protocol, and herbal medications; and, a clear, consistent writing style that makes critical material easy to locate and comprehend. New to the Seventh Edition: a new chapter covering Anesthesia for Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeries has been added; and, two new appendices - Atlas of Electrocardiography and Pacemaker and Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator Protocols.

Published by the American College of Sports Medicine, this authoritative manual teaches health fitness professionals and students how to appropriately conduct fitness assessment testing. The goal of this Fourth Edition of ACSM's Health-Related Physical Fitness Manual is to provide a comprehensive overview of why and how to perform assessments of the five health-related components of physical fitness, namely body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory fitness. Features of the Fourth Edition include: reorganized and expanded information, including discussion of unique assessment principles and the major limitations of some assessment methods; step-by-step instructions for assessment of health-related physical fitness and resources for interpretation of test results; updated references to ACSM's Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, Ninth Edition; more than 110 boxes, tables, and figures to help the reader understand the concepts of health-related physical fitness; case study analysis at the conclusion of each assessment chapter and suggested laboratory activities to help students master the concepts of health-related physical fitness; and available instructor resources include fully searchable online text, an image bank, PowerPoint slides, and a Test Generator. The American College of Sports Medicine, founded in 1954, is the world's largest sports medicine and exercise science organization with more than 45,000 national, regional, and international members and certified professionals in more than 90 countries. With professionals representing more than 70 occupations, ACSM offers a 360-degree view of sports medicine and exercise science. From academicians to students and from personal trainers to physicians, the association of public health, health/fitness, clinical exercise, and health care professionals is dedicated to helping people worldwide live longer, healthier lives through science, education, medicine, and policy.

Blueprints Pediatrics provides students with a concise, "need-to-know" review for the pediatrics rotation and the Boards. Each chapter is brief, written in narrative format, and includes pedagogical features such as bolded key words, tables, figures, and key points. This edition includes 2 new sections - For the Boards, which presents 10 USMLE-style questions (answers & rationales at the end of the book) and For the Wards, a section of 2 case studies per chapters - 40 to 50 cases, total. This edition includes 26 full-color dermatology and infectious disease photographs and multicolored flow diagrams of congenital heart defects. It provides a website on the Point that includes the e-Book and 50-100 bonus questions in a question bank.

In its Seventh Edition, this acclaimed Clinical Chemistry continues to be the most student-friendly clinical chemistry text available. This edition not only covers the how of clinical testing but also places greater emphasis on the what, why, and when in order to help today's students fully understand the implications of the information covered, as well as the applicability of this crucial topic in practice. With clear explanations that strike just the right balance of analytic principles, techniques, and correlation of results with disease states, this edition has been fully updated with the latest information to help keep today's students at the forefront of today's science. New case studies, practice questions, and exercises provide ample opportunities to review and apply the topics covered through the text.