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The Bantam Medical Dictionary, Sixth Edition: Updated and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Urdang, Laurence, PUBLISHER: Bantam, Here in one compact volume is a personal medical reference guide you can turn to with trust. The fully expanded and revised sixth edition of The Bantam Medical Dictionary provides the most up-to-date medical information in an easy-to-access format specifically designed for general readers, students, and health-care professionals. Compiled and reviewed by a distinguished team of more than forty doctors and experts, this essential reference covers the entire domain of the health sciences, defining more than medical terms and concepts in all the major medical and surgical specialties. You'll find commonly prescribed drugs described, along with their generic and brand names, as well as definitions of frequently used medical abbreviations and acronyms. Comprehensive and clearly written, this is the only medical dictionary you'll ever need.

The Merck Manual of Medical Information, 2nd Edition: The

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Beers, Mark / Merck Publishing Group / Fletcher, Andrew J., PUBLISHER: Merck Publishing Group, Trustworthy and accessible, the definitive guide to medicine is back in a completely revised and updated version, providing full coverage of every health issue in easy-to-understand language for everyday use. In this new edition, The Merck Manual of Medical Information extensively addresses every possible health disorder, along with corrections and new advancements made in the medical field since publication of the previous version. For further reference, an extensive appendix covers legal issues, common medical tests, trade names of generic drugs, and resources for more information. In addition, this latest volume responds to timely concerns, offering an updated discussion on anthrax and coverage of smallpox. The most widely used textbook by health care professionals--and ordinary health-conscious individuals--worldwide, The Merck Manual of Medical Information is lauded for both its exhaustive treatment of medical information and its readability. Featuring in-depth coverage of symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments, overviews of anatomy and physiology, detailed illustrations, and valuable discussions of prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs, this manual remains a must-have for everyone from the most accredited doctors to anyone who has ever had a health question.

Patient Care Standards: Collaborative Practice Planning

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tucker, Susan Martin / Wells, Marjorie Fyfe / Paquette, Eleanor Vargo, PUBLISHER: C.V. Mosby, "Patient Care Standards" provides students and practicing nurses with the most comprehensive guidelines for planning care for medical-surgical clients in today's dynamic health-care environment. The book provides standards of care for more than 400 medical-surgical client problems and procedures in a consistent nursing process framework. The 6th edition has been thoroughly updated and includes a number of new features to reflect changes in practice.

Family Support for the Elderly: The International Experience

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kendig, Hal / Hashimoto, Akiko / Coppard, Larry C., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, The size of the world's elderly population continues to increase and alternative ways of providing support are continually being sought. This support depends in large measure on families and other informal care-givers complementing the health and social services. In , the World Assembly on Aging directed international attention to the primary role of the family in supporting the elderly, while highlighting the lack of information on aging and families, particularly in developing countries. Initiated by the World Health Organization's Global Program for Health of the ELderly, this book provides an introduction to the understanding of aging and family relations. The chapters are designed to heighten appreciation of the cultural diversity of aging, and to contribute to the improvement of policies and programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of the world's increasing numbers of elderly people. The international contributors have all worked extensively in the field, and the comparisons they draw between practice in different countries has not been previously published in such detail.

Navicular Syndrome in the Horse

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ramey, David W., PUBLISHER: Howell Books, This is the fourth book in the Concise Guide series that deals with the health and maintenance of the horse. Here David W. Ramey, D.V.M., discusses injury to the navicular bone of the front foot and evaluates treatments that can be used to prevent lameness.

The Checklist: What You and Your Family Need to Know to

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Alvarez, Manny, PUBLISHER: Rayo, In the tradition of "YOU The Owner's Manual," "The Checklist" is organized as a guide to help individuals and families take the right precautions, at the right time in their lives, to avoid the most common health pitfalls and illnesses, and put them on the path to a vigorous and sound lifestyle. Each decade in a person's life introduces new risks not seen in their previous ten years. A health plan must be tailor-made to fit a body as it matures decade to decade. Dr. Manny's friendly, easy explanations and simple maintenance breakdowns show people how to act preventively and proactively, without unnecessary fears or reliance on the abundance of outdated, counterproductive health myths. Dr. Manny's mission is to aid readers in their pursuit of living a healthy and long life, and to help close the door on future life-threatening illnesses using proven, sound medical knowledge.

A Guide to Coding Compliance [With 2 CDROMs]

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Becker, Joanne M., PUBLISHER: Cengage Learning, A Guide to Coding Compliance provides guidelines on performing coding compliance reviews and developing a coding compliance program. Real-life case studies tie fundamental knowledge with practical solutions to many compliance situations that providers face today. For the coding and billing manager the text serves as a practical guide in answering some of the most common coding and compliance issues faced today. For students the text lays a foundation for understanding the legal requirements, payer specific instructions and the importance of quality coding. Acquista Ora

Laboratory Manual and Workbook in Microbiology: Applications

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Granato, Paul A. / Morton, Verna / Mizer, Helen Eckel, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, The emphasis of this lab manual is on the basic principles of diagnostic microbiology for students preparing to enter an allied health field. Students are led through a series of exercises that allow them to learn basic microbiology techniques and to practice safety in the laboratory and hospital environment. It remains oriented primarily toward meeting the interests and needs of those who will be directly involved in patient care and who wish to learn how microbiological principles should be applied in the practice of their professions. The authors have emphasized the purposes and function of the clinical microbiology laboratory in the diagnosis of infectious diseases. The exercises illustrate as simply as possible the nature of laboratory procedures used for isolation and identification of infectious agents as well as the principles of asepsis, disinfection and sterilization. Attention is given to the role of the health professional in regard to appropriate collection of clinical specimens and the applications of aseptic and disinfectant techniques as they relate to patient care.

The Breathing Book: Vitality & Good Health Through Essential

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Farhi, Donna / Farhi, PUBLISHER: Holt McDougal, A groundbreaking approach to improving the quality of your life through the most readily accessible resource: your breath. These safe and easy-to-learn techniques can also be used to treat asthma and ease stress, depression, eating disorders, insomnia, arthritis, chronic pain, and other debilitating conditions.

Mosby's Textbook for the Home Care Aide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Birchenall, Joan M. / Steight, Eileen, PUBLISHER: Mosby Elsevier Health Science, This comprehensive new textbook contains highlighted need-to-know reference information. It focuses on reality-based responsibilities of a home care aide.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Joe Graedon & Teresa Graedon PhD MS, PUBLISHER: Rodale Press, From the "New York Times" bestselling authors of "The People's Pharmacy"?, a reliable resource for remedies and treatment?now in an easy-to-use trade format. After more than three decades as one of the world's premier sources for authoritative, trustworthy health information, The People's Pharmacy? delivers its most groundbreaking resource yet, identifying bestchoice treatments for hundreds of common medical conditions that smart health-care consumers want to know about. Inside readers will find: ? Remedies for scores of health concerns, from acne and allergies to heart disease and depression ? At-a-glance descriptions of the best choices? complete with possible side effects and approximate cost ? Remedy ratings that allow readers to compare treatment options for each condition ? The People's Pharmacy? Favorite Picks?self-care strategies tested and recommended by fans Whether the best choice may be home remedies, lifestyle changes, herbal or nutritional supplements, or over-the-counter or prescription drugs, "Best Choices from the People's Pharmacy"? clearly evaluates the effectiveness, safety, and cost of treatment options?so readers can make the right decision for optimum health.

101 Tough Conversations to Have with Employees 101 Tough

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Falcone, Paul, PUBLISHER: AMACOM/American Management Association, Inappropriate attire, lateness, sexually offensive behavior, not to mention productivity and communication issues... these are just a few of the uncomfortable topics bosses must sometimes discuss with their employees. "101 Tough Conversations to Have with Employees" offers realistic sample dialogues managers can use to facilitate clear, direct interactions with their employees, helping them sidestep potential awkwardness and meet issues head-on. This practical, solution-oriented book walks readers through some of the most common--as well as the most serious--employee problems they are likely to encounter. Covering everything from substandard performance reviews to personal hygiene to termination meetings, this handy guide helps managers treat their people with dignity, focusing not just on what to say but also on how to say it. This helpful book provides proven techniques managers can use to protect themselves and their organizations...and get the very best from their people.

The Law School Trip: The Insider's Guide to Law School

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McClurg, Andrew J., PUBLISHER: Trafford Publishing, The Law School Trip (the insider's guide to law school) is a hilarious step-by-step guide to applying for, enrolling in and succeeding at law school.

Discover Health Student Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ags Secondary, PUBLISHER: Ags Classic Short Stories, Engage your students with this lively and thorough health text Discover Health is a comprehensive health program for your students who read below grade level. Written to meet National Health Education Standards, this full-color, easy-to-read textbook addresses the important health issues that confront today's pre-teens and teens. Reading Level: 3-4 Interest Level: 6-12

Mali: The Bradt Travel Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Velton, Ross, PUBLISHER: Bradt Travel Guides, Mali is one of the most exciting destinations in West Africa. At its heart is the River Niger which winds through vast areas of the Sahelian landscape, linking the fabled city of Timbuktu with the capital, Bamako. Travelers can explore Dogon cliff villages, the famous mosque at Djenne and much more in a country enlivened by colorful markets and arguably the best music in Africa. Ross Velton looks at every aspect of travel in this seldom-visited country, enabling the visitor to get right to the heart of a land whose people are some of the most amicable in Africa. This guide features: -Planning and preparation, including health and safety -Where to stay and eat, complete with a guide to Malian food -Ancient civilizations and culture, including the Tuareg and Dogon people -A comprehensive guide to Malian music -Practical information, including accommodations, transport, and maps to aid non-eccentric journeys

Britain Pub Guide

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: AAA Publishing, PUBLISHER: American Automobile Assn, AAA teamed up with Europe's top travel experts to create this unique specialty series designed to enhance your European experience. Choose between everything from exquisite luxury hotels to quality lodgings ideal for a limited budget. The AAA European Lifestyle series has just what you're looking for to explore Europe your way. Encounter the best dining atmosphere that Europe has to offer from neighborhood pubs to the finest restaurants. Get the inside track on the best golf spots with AAA's golf course guide. The AAA European Lifestyle exploration series features a special collection of informative, easy-to-read vacation information from the most trusted name in travel.

Health Services Research Methods

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shi, Leiyu, PUBLISHER: Cengage Learning, This book is intended to become a reference on research methods and analysis for health related research. It provides health students, practitioners, and researchers with a practical guide for conducting and evaluating health related research. It details the major components involved in conducting research including conceptualization, groundwork, choice of research methods, design, sampling, measurement, data collection and processing, statistical analysis and research reporting and application.

Foster Family Care: Theory and Practice

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Martin, Judith A., PUBLISHER: Allyn & Bacon, This book is authored by Judith Martin, co-author of the classic child welfare text with Dr. Alfred Kadushin. The book describes the process of carrying out one of the core child welfare services for families: foster family care. Taking an in-depth look at this service, "Foster Family Care" moves the reader from the experiences of children and their parents as they first enter care, through the process of settling in and confronting the problems that led to the need for placement, to an assessment of the outcomes of care and its consequences for the growing child. The book offers a thorough review of current literature on foster family care and a critical perspective on this service. A central theme is the concept of quality service delivery; the perspective draws heavily on attachment theory and on practice principles embedded in the concept of permanency planning. For social workers, psychologists, or practitioners in related fields.

Safety, Health, and Asset Protection: Management Essentials,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lack, Richard W., PUBLISHER: CRC Press, Essentials of Safety and Health Management is the book you need to stay on top of the rapidly evolving profession of occupational safety This remarkable collection of theory, application, and fact will guide you through today's turbulent time of broadening responsibilities and fast-paced change. Chapter topics include regulatory compliance, legal aspects, risk management, and training. In light of today's global workplace, the book also highlights some of the technical standards and cultural approaches to occupational safety in the international arena.

Managing for World-Class Quality: A Primer for Executives

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Shecter, E. S. / Shecter, Edwin S. / Shecter, PUBLISHER: CRC Press, Schecter contends that proper attention to the quality function in American industry can result in enormous economic benefits to companies, and can help prevent recessions in the US. In this volume he presents information in such a way as to help the manager understand the concept of quality, using

Understanding Dementia

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Jacques, Brian / Jacques, Alan / Jackson, Graham A., PUBLISHER: Churchill Livingstone, A comprehensive and very readable introduction to the subject of dementia intended for use by all health professionals involved in the provision of care for this group of patients, both in hospital and in the community. The book presents a broad look at the wide range of ways in which dementia can affect the lives of those with the illness and their carers. The author combines a compassionate understanding of the problems of dementia with a reassuringly positive attitude to the ways in which those problems may be faced and coped with. Although academically based (the author is one of the leading researchers and clinicians in the field) it is written in such clear language that it remains accessible to caregivers and other non-health professionals with an interest in the subject.

Challenging Behaviour

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Emerson, Eric / Einfeld, Stewart L., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, 'Challenging' behaviours are common among people with intellectual disabilities, resulting in significantly reduced quality of life. These may include aggression, self-injury, destructiveness, hyperactivity and inappropriate social conduct. This new edition provides a concise, accessible and contemporary summary of current knowledge about challenging behaviour, drawn from psychology, psychiatry, medicine and public health. Fully updated and revised, it includes comprehensive coverage of the epidemiology and aetiology of challenging behaviours, and evidence of the efficacy and effectiveness of different approaches to intervention. This edition contains significantly expanded sections on the emergence and development of challenging behaviour and strategies for prevention, at the level of both individuals and service systems. Essential reading for students undertaking professional training in health and related aspects of intellectual disabilities, including psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, teachers and social workers. This book is a key text for professional staff delivering health, educational and social care services to people with intellectual disabilities.

Psychology and Sociology Applied to Medicine: An Illustrated

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Porter, Mike / Abraham, Charles / Porter, M., PUBLISHER: Churchill Livingstone, This valuable text integrates sociology and psychology to focus on how each impact and affect medicine. Presented in a highly visual double-page spread format with over 170 high-quality illustrations, this resource includes discussion of the life cycle, society and health, preventing illness and promoting health, and much more.

Nursing Assisting: Essentials of Long-Term Care

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Acello, Barbara / Acello, PUBLISHER: Cengage Learning, This easy-to-use book presents basic resident care information for the nursing assistant in long-term care facilities. It meets OBRA requirements and includes CDC guidelines for standard precautions. The material focuses on essential, need-to-know information (with theory as appropriate) to help readers prepare for state certification exams. The content emphasizes the realities of clinical practice and offers solutions to the common problems encountered in practice.

The Art of Digital Photography: Step Guide to Creating and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ang, Tom, PUBLISHER: Amphoto Books, This authoritative guide to the world of digital photography brings together in one volume all the helpful instruction camera artists need to update their skills and use exciting new technology to create successful images.

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