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Advanced Cardiac Life Support
A Guide for Nurses
Philip Jevon
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 328
In the event of an adult cardiac arrest, it is essential to be able to respond rapidly, providing safe and effective care. This new and updated edition of Advanced Cardiac Life Support provides the theoretical background to resuscitation as well as explaining the essential resuscitation skills required to manage an adult cardiac arrest- from the time it occurs until subsequent transfer to the ICU. The emphasis is on the prevention of cardiac arrest with detailed information on the management of peri-arrest arrhythmias and acute coronary syndromes. Advanced Cardiac Life Support also discussed ethical and legal issues, record keeping, dealing with bereavement, audit, equipment and training- providing an essential quick reference tool for nurses and health care professionals. An evidence-based approach to emergency care based on the latest Resuscitation guidelines A succinct yet comprehensive guide to the management of cardiac arrest Written by an experienced resuscitation training offer who is also a qualified nurse and former CCU Charge Nurse
Cardiothoracic Care for Children and Young People
A Multidisciplinary Approach
Helen Langton , Kerry Cook
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 240
Cardiothoracic Care for Children and Young People is a comprehensive and interprofessional guide aimed at all healthcare professionals working with children and young people with Congenital Heart Disease. Structured around the timeline of the patient's healthcare journey, this book explores the care of the patient from the point of presentation and diagnosis (whether that is antenatally, in the neonatal period or later) until there is a transition in the patient's healthcare journey either onto adult services, or in some cases, end of life. It considers all aspects of care that the child/young person may receive, supported in an evidence based manner, with chapters written by experts from a variety of professional groups involved with this patient group.
The Renal System at a Glance
Chris O'Callaghan
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 128
Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, and now in full-colour, The Renal System at a Glance is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Fully revised and updated to reflect changes to the content and assessment methods used by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of the renal system to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. This new edition of The Renal System at a Glance : Now features new self-assessment case studies with short answer questions to increase clinical relevance and reinforce learning Includes a new chapter 'Chronic kidney disease and kidney disease in the elderly' Now includes the latest guidelines and classifications for chronic kidney disease and hypertension Contains full-colour artwork throughout, making the subject even easier to understand The companion site at www.ataglanceseries.com/renalsystem contains multiple choice questions (MCQs) and full feedback on your answers It's an invaluable resource for all medical students, junior doctors, and for those training in allied health professions, including specialist nurses working on renal or intensive care wards.
Review of the previous edition "Students in their pre-clinical years will find this book an excellent and thorough introduction to the renal system and may well struggle without a book of this calibre...This is a book that should be on the bookshelf of all medical students, there's no excuse not to have a copy! In addition, undergraduates from life science/health allied disciplines and clinicians are likely to find this book useful as a source of reference." - GKT Gazette , September 2006
Ventricular Tachycardia
The State of the Art Based on the VeniceChart International Consensus Document
Andrea Natale , Antonio Raviele
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 152
Head, Face, and Neck Pain Science, Evaluation, and Management
An Interdisciplinary Approach
Dhirendra S. Bana
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George E. Maloney
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 744
The most comprehensive guide ever created for head, face, and neck (HFN) pain, this multi-author book offers the very latest research and therapeutic information on this important and hugely interdisciplinary topic. A unique professional reference, it is also easy to use as a textbook within diverse educational institutions and programs. Content adheres strictly to the latest established guidelines for pain management in the medical and dental professions.
A Guide to Genetic Counseling
Beverly Yashar
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Jane L. Schuette
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 648
The first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling, and also written by genetic counselors for genetic counselors, this best-selling and most widely recognized reference book in the field returns in a new edition with updated content. A Guide to Genetic Counseling, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive overview of genetic counseling, focusing on the components, theoretical framework, goals and unique approach to patient care that are the basis of this profession. The book defines the core competencies and covers the genetic counseling process from case initiation to completion.
Digital Histology
An Interactive CD Atlas with Review Text
Alice S. Pakurar , John W. Bigbee
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 264
Both a book and CD-ROM multimedia resource, Digital Histology provides a complete introduction to histology. Superbly clear and thoroughly labeled images and illustrations complement the text's elegant navigation structure. This new second edition contains over 1,200 light and electron microscopic images (almost 500 more images than in the first edition), each with superimposable labels and descriptive legends. While the printed book provides a handy, consistently structured outline for students (and teachers) review of key issues in the study of human histology, the CD-ROM is an interactive, annotated digital color atlas of micrographs.
Evidence-Based Infectious Diseases
Fiona Smaill
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Marek Smieja
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 336
The fully updated Second Edition of this case-led text provides an excellent introduction to evidence-based Clinical Practice for the major areas of infectious disease management. The new edition takes on a brand new design and focus, making the book more accessible to junior doctors in infectious diseases and microbiology and general internists. Edited and written by the world's leading infectious disease specialists, Evidence-Based Infectious Diseases contains thoroughly revised clinical chapters, reporting on all new major trials and is ideal for; trainees and clinical instructors in infectious diseases and microbiology, internal medicine physicians and public health physicians.
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Clinical Cases Uncovered
Ashalatha Shetty , Maggie Cruickshank
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 216
Featuring a range of commonly encountered and important conditions in women's health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Clinical Cases Uncovered allows the reader to understand normal reproductive physiology and anatomy in the context of clinical practice. It highlights aspects of good practice which in real life are considered beyond the presenting symptom. This unique case-based approach allows the reader to progress through each stage, gaining an understanding of the rationale for investigation and management and to consider other important aspects for holistic care. Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Clinical Cases Uncovered is ideal for medical students and junior doctors, obstetrics and gynaecology trainees, midwives and nurse practitioners.
Radiology
Clinical Cases Uncovered
Abhinav Singh
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Ashley Shaw
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 224
From choosing the relevant investigation through to interpretation and its effects on patient management, Radiology: Clinical Cases Uncovered provides an overview of the modern imaging department, including radiation and safety considerations, putting radiology in its clinical context. The cases, covering a broad spectrum of disease processes in all body systems, are illustrated with over 250 high-quality images, while the extensive self-assessment section and accompanying explanatory notes consolidates learning and provides invaluable examination practice. Radiology: Clinical Cases Uncovered is perfect for medical students, Foundation doctors and radiographers.
Infectious Disease
Clinical Cases Uncovered
Abhijit Bal
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Alexander Mackenzie
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 168
Infectious Disease is a core topic within the clinical curriculum and students are expected to recognize, understand and know how to investigate and manage many infectious conditions. Infectious Disease: Clinical Cases Uncovered leads students through a clinical approach to managing problems, with a question-answer approach developing the narrative. With self-assessment exercises using MCQs, EMQs and SAQs, Infectious Disease: Clinical Cases Uncovered is perfect for medical students and junior doctors, infectious disease nurses, nursing students and nurse practitioners.
Medical Uses of Statistics
Frederick Mosteller , NEJM/MMS
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 528
A new edition of the classic guide to the use of statistics in medicine, featuring examples from recent articles in the New England Journal of Medicine Medical Uses of Statistics has served as one of the most influential works on the subject for physicians, physicians-in-training, and a myriad of healthcare experts who need a clear idea of the proper application of statistical techniques in clinical studies as well as the implications of their interpretation for clinical practice. This Third Edition maintains the focus on the critical ideas, rather than the mechanics, to give practitioners and students the resources they need to understand the statistical methods they encounter in modern medical literature. Bringing together contributions from more than two dozen distinguished statisticians and medical doctors, this volume stresses the underlying concepts in areas such as randomized trials, survival analysis, genetics, linear regression, meta-analysis, and risk analysis.
The Third Edition includes:* Numerous examples based on studies taken directly from the pages of the New England Journal of Medicine* Two added chapters on statistics in genetics* Two new chapters on the application of statistical methods to studies in epidemiology* New chapters on analyses of randomized trials, linear regression, categorical data analysis, meta-analysis, subgroup analyses, and risk analysis* Updated chapters on statistical thinking, crossover designs, p-values, survival analysis, and reporting research results* A focus on helping readers to critically interpret published results of clinical research Medical Uses of Statistics, Third Edition is a valuable resource for researchers and physicians working in any health-related field. It is also an excellent supplemental book for courses on medicine, biostatistics, and clinical research at the upper-undergraduate and graduate levels.
Depressive Disorders
Helen Herrman
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Mario Maj
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 358
Depressive disorders have profound social and economic consequences, owing to the suffering and disability they cause. They often occur together with somatic illness which worsens the prognosis of both. Prevention, detection and optimal treatment of these disorders are therefore of great clinical and economic importance. This edition of the first title in the acclaimed Evidence & Experience series from the World Psychiatric Association has been fully revised and features a new section on depression in primary care - the main channel for the management of these disorders in countries around the world. The format remains a systematic review of each topic, evaluating published evidence, complemented by up to six commentaries in which experts provide valuable insight gained from clinical experience. All the evidence, systematically reviewed and analysed, in one place. Practical context imparted in expert commentaries from around the world, which were highly popular in the previous edition. Provides an unbiased and reliable reference source for practising psychiatrists and physicians everywhere. Features a new section on the treatment of depression in primary care.
Edited by a highly experienced, internationally renowned team. This book will be informative and stimulating reading for everyone working with people with depressive disorders in all countries and settings: psychiatrists, psychologists, primary care physicians and other mental healthcare professionals. Review of the first edition "The discussion papers are excellent. I strongly recommend this masterfully edited book, which remarkably succeeds in combining research evidence and clinical experience. It is probably the most helpful update on depression available today, both for the researcher in mood disorders and the practising clinician." S. Grandi in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics , 2000
Practical Hemostasis and Thrombosis
David Lillicrap
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Denise O'Shaughnessy
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 328
This practical guide provides all the information necessary to understand the clotting mechanisms, as well as how to prevent, diagnose, and treat bleeding and clotting disorders. Practical Hemostasis and Thrombosis has been updated to reflect all the important advances made since the first edition. It includes an in-depth description of platelet abnormalities and disseminated intravascular coagulation, as well as covering the laboratory and molecular biological tests needed for the diagnosis of bleeding and clotting disorders. Clinicians will find useful advice for everyday questions in each specialty area as the book describes hemorrhagic and thrombotic problems in cardiology, neurology, hepatology, nephrology, oncology, obstetrics, pediatrics, intensive care and transfusion medicine. An invaluable resource for all hematologists, trainee hematologists preparing for examinations and clinicians this book should be kept close at hand for frequent consultation
Cardiogenic Shock
E. Magnus Ohman , Judith S. Hochman
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 288
* A comprehensive source of information on the management of cardiogenic shock * Part of the AHA Clinical Series published in conjunction with the American Heart Association * Focuses on high-interest and emerging topics in cardiovascular disease targeted to cardiologists and other interested healthcare providers * A useful tool for investigating, evaluating and treating one of the most important lingering challenges in acute cardiovascular care
Colonoscopy
Principles and Practice
Christopher B. Williams
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Douglas K. Rex
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 832
First Edition - Winner of 2004 BMA Medical Book Competition in Gastroenterology The second edition of this prize winning book is written by some of the world's foremost experts in the field of colonoscopy and colonic imaging. Every chapter has been updated and 5 new chapters have been added to include the latest information and advances in the field of colonoscopy: Capsule Colonoscopy Narrow Band Imaging Confocal Endomicroscopy Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection in the Colon New Colonoscopes and Assist Devices Drawing on the vast experience of the authors it covers every area of medicine that impacts on colonoscopy, including virtual colonography, pathology, techniques for pediatric and adult procedures, and legal aspects concerning colonoscopy. The book is focused on patient care, and provides explanations on how to perform the procedure effectively and make the best outcome for your patients. It serves as a detailed manual of procedures, extensively illustrated with diagrams and photographs.
The book includes a companion DVD with supplementary material: a lecture on the history of colonoscopy, interviews with famous gastroenterologists, demonstrations of techniques, and typical and unusual cases. Click here to view a sample clip from the DVD http://www.gastrohep.com/waye/colonoscopy.asp This is an invaluable compendium on all aspects of colonoscopy, suitable for use by every grade of practitioner world-wide and an essential reference book for allestablishments with an endoscopy facility.
ABC of Emergency Differential Diagnosis
Alan Fletcher , Francis Morris
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 92
A practical guide to the diagnosis and treatment of acute symptoms and conditions, the ABC of Emergency Differential Diagnosis provides a step-by-step guide to emergency differential diagnosis for non-specialists in a hospital or primary care setting. This new title in the ABC series covers the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of the most common symptoms with 'walk through' diagnosis, clear learning outcomes, and easy to find treatment options. Using the familiar problem-based teaching approach for rapid assimilation of information, case studies in each chapter allow the reader to be sure that they have synthesised the information given and can apply it to clinical cases.
Massage for Therapists
A Guide to Soft Tissue Therapy
Margaret Hollis
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 224
Massage is a basic skill within physiotherapy, and one which requires a high standard of practical application. It is a skill which is increasingly being taken up by other health care and complementary therapy professionals. This new, third edition of Massage for Therapists is a timely and thorough update which continues the tradition of Margaret Hollis' hands-on approach. The book is designed to be a step-by-step guide to the theory and practical application of classical massage. Once mastered, these techniques may form the basis for a variety of modifications suitable for specific conditions. Massage for Therapists is split into three sections: an introduction to massage and preparation for giving a massage; the massage manipulations by area of the body; and some key modifications to the standard manipulations. In order to further enhance the practitioner's skill and to give the reader a grounding in some of the popular specialities, updated chapters on aromatherapy and massage in sport sit alongside new chapters which introduce myofascial release and shiatsu.
Massage for Therapists will be of interest to student and qualified physiotherapists and sports therapists, as well as occupational therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, nurses, complementary therapists and beauty therapists. * Practical, applied text * Thoroughly updated by subject experts * Illustrated throughout with photographs which support the explanations of the therapeutic application.
Bobath Concept
Theory and Clinical Practice in Neurological Rehabilitation
Linzi Meadows
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Mary Lynch-Ellerington
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editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 232
Authored by members of the British Bobath Tutors Association, Bobath Concept: Theory and Clinical Practice in Neurological Rehabilitation is a practical illustrated guide that offers a detailed exploration of the theoretical underpinning and clinical interventions of the Bobath Concept. This book guides the reader through general principles to more specific application of neurophysiological principles and movement re-education in the recovery of important areas, including moving between sitting and standing, locomotion and recovery of upper limb function.
Practical Radiotherapy
Physics and Equipment
Angela Duxbury , Pam Cherry
editore: Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd)
pagine: 304
Practical Radiotherapy introduces the reader to the physics and equipment that is central to radiotherapy practice. This Second Edition has been extensively revised and is fully up to date with key developments in equipment and practice, namely: stereotacic radiosurgery, CT SIM and SIM CT, portal imaging, MLC and HDR brachytherapy. Practical Radiotherapy is written by an experienced team of practitioners and teachers who present a difficult and dry subject in a reader-friendly manner, covering all of the required core information.
