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Forensic Emergency Medicine
Mechanisms and Clinical Management
Jonathan S. Olshaker
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M. Christine Jackson
e altri
editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 328
Updated for its Second Edition, this text provides the information emergency departments need about the medicolegal aspects of treating victims of violence, motor vehicle accidents, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and intimate partner abuse. It offers detailed guidelines on interviewing and examining the victim and collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence for legal proceedings. The book includes a chapter by an attorney on expert testimony and a chapter on forensic photography. A full-color photo insert illustrates injury patterns and key evidence. This edition provides increased coverage of motor vehicle accidents, DNA evidence, and new drugs of abuse.
Ethics for Massage Therapists
Terrie Yardley-Nohr
editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 288
This text gives instructors and students a structured format for teaching and learning ethics and standards of practice for massage therapy. Discussion topics include core industry standards of practice, laws, morals, rules, and regulations. It is an ideal textbook for ethics courses in massage therapy programs and prepares students for the ethics questions on the National Certification Exam. The book guides students through the process of putting ethical standards into practice, and explains what is expected of them in a professional setting. Role-playing exercises and example scenarios prepare students for situations and dilemmas that arise in practice.
Orthopaedics and Rheumatology in Focus
Ariane L. Herrick
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Charles Hutchinson
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editore: Churchill Livingstone
pagine: 240
"Orthopaedics and Rheumatology In Focus" is aimed at all medical and health science students who require an introductory, low cost and highly illustrated guide to this specialty. The material is presented in double page spreads. The left-hand page has a synoptic and highly structured text (normally under the following headings: incidence; clinical features; differential diagnosis; management; prognosis). The right-hand page has a selection of four to six clinical photographs. "Orthopaedics and Rheumatology In Focus" is pocket sized and therefore ideal for quick preparation before ward rounds. The volume also includes self-assessment material, which is extremely helpful for preparation for examinations.
Imaging of Pulmonary Infections
A Fundamental and Clinical Text
C. Isabela S. Silva
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Kyung Soo Lee
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editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 192
This book presents a practical approach to the differential diagnosis of pulmonary infections based on their radiographic and CT appearances. The authors discuss the value and limitations of chest radiography, the indications for CT, the optimal CT techniques, and the role of intravenous contrast. The chapters describe and illustrate the characteristic imaging manifestations of common community-acquired and nosocomial pneumonias and various infections seen in immunocompromised patients. The book contains over 400 images and many tables that summarize the characteristic manifestations of bacterial, mycobacterial, fungal, and viral infections. It has over 50 full-color illustrations that show histopathologic or microbiologic features that correlate with imaging findings.
Ayurvedic Medicine
The Principles of Traditional Practice
Sebastian Pole
editore: Churchill Livingstone
pagine: 399
This book aims to bring the unique theories and traditions of Ayurveda alive so that they are accessible to the complementary health practitioner of today. This book offers a clear, accessible and yet detailed guide to ayurvedic herbalism. It encompasses a brief history of herbalism in India, a discussion of principles, treatment strategies as well as traditional Ayurvedic pharmacy and pharmacology. The theoretical chapters complement the core of the book that includes over 100 plant profiles of Ayurvedic herbs and 50 traditional formulas. It is a clinical manual as well as a reference book which relates classical ayurvedic teachings to modern phytotherapy as well as specific bio-medical conditions.
Functional Occlusion
From TMJ to Smile Design
Peter E. Dawson
editore: Mosby
pagine: 648
This book uses an interdisciplinary approach to explain the origin of and possible solutions to many different occlusal problems. Dr. Peter E. Dawson guides the reader along the way providing balanced explanations of theory and technique. He also debunks many popular misconceptions through practical discussion of their origins and the deficiencies of the arguments behind them. Different sides of many philosophies are presented while guiding the reader to the most functional and aesthetic solution to various occlusal situations. Hundreds of full-colour photographs, illustrations, and diagrams show aspects of the masticatory system, the epidemiology of occlusal problems, and procedures for finding the ideal occlusion. Whether the reader is a general dentist or a specialist, they will find this book applicable to their treatment methods and philosophies.
Nadas' Pediatric Cardiology
Donald C. Fyler
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James E. Lock
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editore: Saunders
pagine: 960
The second edition of the well-respected "Nadas' Pediatric Cardiology" includes all tools for diagnosis and management of the pediatric patient with heart disease. Both acquired and congenital heart disease are covered in this practical and accessible textbook. Therapy and surgery of the pediatric cardiac patient are covered from basics through clinical applications.
Immunology
Daniel Myrtek
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Kai Bratke
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editore: Academic Press Inc
pagine: 264
Immunology is more than a laboratory manual; it is a strategic guide that provides the reader with tips and tricks for more successful lab experiments. The authors explore the current methodological variety of immunology in a simple manner, addressing the assets and drawbacks as well as critical points. Also provided are short and precise summaries of routine procedures as well as listings of the advantages and disadvantages of alternative methods. This well-written guide is an essential companion for anyone using modern immunological methods in the laboratory. . Shows how to avoid experimental dead ends and develop an instinct for the right experiment at the right time . Contains short and precise summaries of routine procedures (e.g. column chromatography, gel electrophoresis) as well as listings of advantages and disadvantages of alternative methods . Includes over 100 informative illustrations, background information, an extensive glossary, and a table of current CD nomenclature
Arterial Grafting for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
editore: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
pagine: 375
The second edition of this book provides updated knowledge about the biological characteristics and clinical use of arterial grafts for coronary artery bypass surgery. The reader will find first-hand information on arterial grafts as well as vein grafts with regard to biological characteristics, clinical use including off-pump coronary bypass grafting surgery, results, and future developments. Written by world-renowned cardiac surgeons and cardiovascular research scientists working in this area, the book will be invaluable both as a practical guide and as a stimulus for further improvement of arterial grafting techniques and technology.
Dossier su latte e formaggi killer-Consigli per sopravvivere felici
a cura di R. Andreani , L. Ramaciotti
editore: ERGA
pagine: 80
Questo libro si rivolge a chi ha compreso che la salute è il bene più prezioso da possedere e da mantenere, e che l'alimentazi
Ginnastica posturale. Esercizi e consigli per conquistare una postura corretta
Erio De Col
editore: Edizioni Mediterranee
pagine: 340
Le cause delle principali patologie muscolo-scheletriche in generale e quelle della colonna in particolare derivano dalle catt
Clinical Psychology and Heart Disease
a cura di
E. Molinari
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A. Compare
G. Parati
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editore: Springer Verlag
pagine: 528
This book provides a comprehensive overview of epidemiologic, experimental, and clinical data evidencing the emergence of cardiac psychology as a specialty. It offers a thorough and up-to-date review of the scientific research supporting the relationship between cardiac disease and psychological condition, practical suggestions for developing a clinical practice and directions for future research in this new field of "cardiac psychology". The first part provides an overview of the psychological risk factors for cardiac disease. Emphasis is placed on physiological basis of mind-heart link, depression and anxiety, personality and relational aspects, and on advanced statistical tools for the study of personalities at risk. The second part offers a systematic overview of literature on psychological treatments in cardiac rehabilitation. The volume will be a very useful tool not only for professionals in cardiology, rehabilitation, psychology and psychiatry, but also for residents in these specialties.
Illustrated Pathology of the Bone Marrow
Attilio Orazi
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Daniel A. Arber
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editore: Cambridge
pagine: 160
This book provides a highly illustrated and comprehensive account of the diseases of the human bone marrow. It will help experienced clinicians and those in training to answer the practical diagnostic questions that arise during the routine analysis of bone marrow core biopsy specimens. Throughout the text, histologic interpretation is integrated with clinical and laboratory findings. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of peripheral blood, aspirate smear, clot section and core biopsy, as well as ancillary techniques including flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry in the diagnosis of hematologic disorders of the marrow. The text is illustrated with numerous color figures, charts and tables, and descriptions of real case situations using the most up-to-date classification systems. Illustrated Pathology of Bone Marrow should be read by all pathologists, hematologists and laboratory technicians involved in the analysis of bone marrow specimens.
Geriatric Rehabilitation
An Issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
Adrian Cristian
editore: Saunders
pagine: 240
Geriatric rehabilitation is one of the basic components of comprehensive geriatric care. Both the fields of geriatric medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation are oriented towards enhancing functional abilities. This issue will address the assessment of rehab potential in the elderly, and the types of rehabilitation specific to patients who have had a stroke, patients who live with osteoarthritis and post-fracture patients. New to this issue on rehabilitation are articles on balance and gait disorders, as well as an article on exercise.
Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Secrets
David A. Boyce , Jeffrey D Placzek
editore: Hanley & Belfus Inc.
pagine: 704
Part of the popular "Secrets" series, this helpful reference presents basic physical therapy concepts and then introduces different healing modalities, specialties and orthopedic procedures typically prescribed for common injuries such as shoulders and extremities. Common diseases are included as well as more innovative diagnostic tools for physical therapists such as radiology. Each chapter features concise information that includes the author's tips, memory aids and 'secrets'. Bulleted lists, algorithms and illustrations provide a quick review of the specific topic discussed. The information is entirely evidence-based, outcome based and up-to-date.
How Does MRI Work?
An Introduction to the Physics and Function of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Borut Marincek
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Dominik Weishaupt
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editore: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K
pagine: 184
A succinct introduction to the physics and function of magnetic resonance imaging with an emphasis on practical information. This thoroughly revised second edition is clearly structured. The underlying physical principles of the MR experiment are described and the basic pulse sequences commonly used in clinical MRI. It progresses to more advanced techniques such as parallel imaging and cardiovascular MR imaging. An extensive glossary offers rapid access to MRI terminology and will help those seeking to understand this interesting fascinating subject.
Signs and Symptoms in Emergency Medicine
Literature-based Approach to Emergent Conditions
Mark A. Davis , Scott R. Votey
editore: Mosby
pagine: 704
Current and concise, the updated and revised 2nd Edition of this pocket-sized reference reflects the substantial changes shaping the evaluation and treatment of many emergency conditions today. Its unique signs and symptoms approach offers the quickest possible way to diagnose critical conditions in an emergency situation. Organized around presenting symptoms, it can be used in real time to answer patient care questions. Diagnoses are listed in order of their severity in each chapter, with the symptoms, signs, suggested workup, and patient disposition given for each diagnosis.
ECG Complete
Alex Borg , Steve Bowbrick
editore: Churchill Livingstone
pagine: 168
"ECG Complete" offers an uncomplicated but comprehensive account of all aspects of the ECG suitable for both the absolute beginner, as well as the more experienced reader requiring a definitive reference source. Using an informal style the book places the subject in context and includes a comprehensive guide to the practical aspects of ECG recording. ECG interpretation is dealt with in a straightforward way designed for easy reference, and covers all of the cardiac rhythms and abnormalities likely to be encountered in practice.
Management of Acute and Chronic Neck Pain
An Evidence-based Approach
Brian McGuirk , Nikolai Bogduk
editore: Elsevier Health Sciences
pagine: 196
Pain management is a huge problem and one which has important medico-legal and economic implications for health care providers. It is a growing area of interest and importance for many medical and health care professionals. It takes a truly integrated approach involving a team comprising medical practitioners, clinical psychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and nurse practitioners. Different professions may work together but the approach may also be adopted by individual practitioners. Until recently, most attention was focussed on low back pain but now the key area of interest for new research is neck pain and related headache often associated with whiplash or poor posture in working environments eg using computers. This book presents the latest research findings and gives recommendations and guidelines on how to relate those findings to the prevention and management of neck pain. It also points the areas where more research is needed.
The Family Medicine Handbook
University of Iowa
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Jason K. Wilbur
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editore: Saunders
pagine: 1024
The popular University of Iowa "Family Medicine Handbook", now in its "5th Edition" contains all the clinical information needed to diagnose and treat disorders commonly seen in inpatient and ambulatory settings. Fast Facts boxes highlight major points to remember while cautions and other key pearls are highlighted within the text. Also, levels of evidence are provided to empower rational clinical decision making.
