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- Chinese and Western Systems of Ear Acupuncture
784,95 kr. A guide to the practice of Chinese and Western systems of ear acupuncture. It utilizes 3-D models of the external ear, as well as 3-D anatomical images, to demonstrate the somatotopic relationship between parts of the body and specific regions of the auricle. It offers evaluation of the theoretical and clinical underpinnings of auriculotherapy.
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605,95 kr. Describes the origins, mechanisms, beneficial applications and practical details of frequency specific therapy - a treatment technique that uses frequencies, micro amperage current and the principles of biological resonance to treat pain and a wide range of medical conditions.
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915,95 kr. A guide to EEGs, explaining what to do, what not to do, what to look for, and how to interpret the results. It offers case studies of the neurologic disorders and conditions in which EEGs are used. It features EEG examples that help you to recognize normal and abnormal EEGs in different situations.
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- Functional Assessment, Myofascial Trigger Points and Meridian Relationships
497,95 kr. Explains testing procedures for almost 100 individual muscles; many are found in other texts on the subject. This book reviews muscle anatomy and physiology, and offers many clinical pearls with regard to possible causes of muscle dysfunction. It is written in a 'double page' design that maximizes understanding.
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- How, Why and When
585,95 kr. Written for health practitioners and students new to medical ultrasound, this book provides various basic physics and technological knowledge they need in order to practise ultrasound, including safety aspects of ultrasound, quality assurance and the techniques and developments.
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629,95 kr. Presents a comprehensive general overview of pediatric medicine from an osteopathic perspective. This textbook discusses the normal development, physiology and anatomy of the body systems from birth to adulthood. It explores the conditions and diseases of childhood and outlines the rationale for osteopathic treatment for each disorder.
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694,95 kr. An introductory manual for the use of clinical hypnosis in the treatment of medical and psychological problems and disorders. It is written with the interests and needs of the doctor or dentist in mind. It also explores the theoretical and historical background to hypnosis, and several key techniques and approaches.
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593,95 kr. Divided into 5 sections, this book covers: basic optical structure of the human eye; image formation and refraction of the eye; interactions between light and the eye, considering transmission, reflection and scatter in the media of the eye and at the fundus; aberrations and retinal image quality; and more.
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415,95 kr. Offers a two-color page layout, a more portable size, and a list of the "Top 100 Secrets" in hand surgery help readers to meet the challenges they face today.
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- A Practical Guide
343,95 kr. Contains the principles of the extraction of teeth and the techniques of surgical management. This book contains sections on subjects such as the use of general anaesthetic and the medico-legal climate. It begins with the principles of tooth extraction and goes on to advise on the use of radiographs and the administration of anaesthesia.
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618,95 kr. Clinical reasoning is the complex thinking and decision-making used to come to a diagnosis and management plan. It's a core competency of clinical practice - but because it involves many elements and unconscious processes, it's both difficult to learn and teach. Clinical Reasoning in the Health Professions provides the concepts and frameworks healthcare professionals need to be able to reason effectively, make sound and defensible clinical decisions, and learn from experience as they develop from student to practitioner. Edited by leading experts in the field from Australia and the US, this fifth edition presents the latest understandings and evidence around clinical reasoning in clinical practice, and how can it be taught and assessed. It's ideal for both undergraduate and post-graduate health students as well as academic and clinical health educators. Presents a new understanding of clinical reasoning in the circumstances confronting healthcare systems todayCovers the future of healthcare and social justiceProvides the latest theories on teaching, learning and assessing clinical reasoning - ideal for educators and researchersEasy to read with figures, tables and chapter summariesCase studies integrate theory with practiceExamines clinical reasoning as a core competencyIncludes team-based care/teaming and the role of shared decision makingNew themesNew ways of teaching and assessmentNew practical approaches to application of theory and developing a curriculum
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2.663,95 kr. Learn and perfect your positioning skills with the leading radiography text and clinical reference! Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning & Procedures, 16th Edition, describes how to position patients properly, set exposures, and produce the quality radiographs needed to make accurate diagnoses. Guidelines to both common and uncommon projections prepare you for every kind of patient encounter. Anatomy and positioning information is organized by bone group or organ system, and coverage of special imaging modalities includes CT, MRI, sonography, radiation therapy, and more. The gold standard in imaging, Merrill's Atlas covers all procedures in the ASRT radiography curriculum and prepares you for the ARRT exam. NEW! Respiration heading emphasizes the importance of proper breathing instructions for maximizing image quality. NEW! Patient positioning photos enhance chapters on the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity. NEW and UPDATED! Additional figures and content in special imaging modality chapters represent current practice, protocols, safety measures, and technology in pediatric imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, diagnostic medical sonography, mammography, molecular imaging, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology. UPDATED! Unit values expressed as SI units, with traditional units provided in parentheses, match the format used in imaging technical texts and the ARRT exam. UPDATED! Gonadal shielding guidelines align with current clinical practice. UPDATED! Collimation field sizes and image receptor sizes are simplified for enhanced clinical relevance. STREAMLINED! Rounded decimal values replace fractions throughout the text. Comprehensive, full-color coverage of anatomy and positioning makes Merrill's Atlas the most in-depth text and reference available for radiography students and practitioners. Guidelines to each projection include a photograph of a properly positioned patient and information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, kVp values, structures shown, and evaluation criteria. Diagnostic-quality radiograph for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. Coverage of common and unique positioning procedures includes chapters on trauma, mobile, surgical radiography, geriatrics, and pediatrics to help prepare you for the full scope of situations you will encounter. Numerous CT and MRI images enhance comprehension of cross-sectional anatomy and help in preparing for the Registry examination.
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1.329,95 kr. Written specifically for dentists, White and Pharoah's Oral Radiology, 9th Edition features more than 1,500 high-quality radiographic images and illustrations to demonstrate the foundational principles, core concepts, and techniques of oral and maxillofacial radiology. This bestselling book delivers state-of-the-art information about oral and maxillofacial radiology principles and techniques, and image interpretation. You will gain a solid foundation in radiation physics, radiation biology, and radiation safety and protection before learning the imaging techniques used in dentistry, including specialized techniques such as MRI and CT. You'll also learn how to recognize the key radiographic features of pathologic conditions and interpret radiographs accurately. This edition includes new chapters on Computed Tomography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound Imaging, as well as the latest information on quality assurance standards, 3D printing, computer aided treatments, and AI in oral and maxillofacial imaging. NEW! Enhanced, up-to-date content covers quality assurance standards, 3D printing, computer aided treatments, and AI in oral and maxillofacial imaging. NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features videos and review questions, plus access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. NEW! Chapters address Computed Tomography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound Imaging. NEW! Streamlined coverage highlights the most relevant material for clinical practice. NEW! Convenient online quality assurance checklists. Extensive coverage of all aspects of oral and maxillofacial radiology, including the entire predoctoral curriculum and new developments in the field. More than 1,500 high-quality radiologic images, full-color photos, and illustrations clearly demonstrate core concepts and reinforce the essential principles and techniques of oral and maxillofacial radiology. Easy-to-follow format systemically presents the key radiographic features of each pathologic condition, including location, periphery, shape, internal structure, and effects on surrounding structures - placed in context with clinical features, differential diagnosis, and management. Expert authorship includes leaders and experts in the field. Case studies highlight how imaging concepts apply to clinical scenarios.
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708,95 kr. From radiology and anesthesia to patient needs and client education, Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach, 4th Edition covers everything you need to know about animal dentistry! This handy full-color guide is great for practitioners who are new to veterinary dentistry and for those who want to learn more about the underlying theories of the practice. The first section of the book presents dental procedures, with chapters on oral examinations, instruments, safety, and ergonomics, followed by coverage of more difficult areas such as endodontics, exodontics, and periodontics. The book concludes with a chapter on marketing veterinary dentistry and proper responses to commonly asked client questions. With its comprehensive coverage and team approach, this text is the ideal resource for helping both veterinary technology and veterinary medicine students quickly master the art of animal dentistry. NEW and UPDATED! Art and illustrations clarify concepts and show examples of equipment and procedures. UPDATED! Content highlights important technologic and professional updates to the field of veterinary dentistry, such as updates on disease processes and applicable new procedural techniques and equipment. UPDATED! Current terminology, based on the American Veterinary Dental College Nomenclature Committee, helps you master the proper language and improve office communication. Coverage of the essential dentistry-related tasks in the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)'s Manual of Accreditation for Veterinary Technology Programs enables faculty to evaluate your proficiency related to the essential tasks. Clear, abundantly illustrated procedures provide a more detailed look at the skills you need to master. NEW! Chapter on medical communication helps you understand the impact it has on clinical success. Radiography and imaging coverage strengthens your understanding of radiographic anatomy, positioning, and the technologies available.
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527,95 kr. This handy guide puts frequently requested radiographic projections at your fingertips! Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography, 16th Edition summarizes essential information for more than 150 radiography projections in a spiral-bound format designed for quick reference in the clinical environment. Clear instructions explain how to position patients and body parts, and an optimal radiograph is included for each projection. A portable, easy-to-carry companion to the three-volume Merrill's Atlas, this book provides guidelines for everything from perfect positioning to perfect exposures. NEW! Appendix for working with obese patients provides guidance on modified positioning and imaging techniques. NEW! Updated images enhance coverage of the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity. NEW! Updated exposure technique charts offer current information for obtaining high-quality images. Bulleted, step-by-step instructions show how to position the patient and body part for frequently requested radiography projections. Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the need for repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality. Abbreviations and external landmarks are listed inside the front and back covers for quick reference. Diagnostic-quality radiograph for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. More than 150 projections are each presented in a two-page spread, and include information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, KVp values, and a photograph of a properly positioned patient. Section dividers with tabs make it easier to find the beginning of each section.
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1.898,95 kr. Reinforce your understanding of radiographic positioning and procedures with this practical workbook! Corresponding to the content in Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 16th Edition, this workbook helps you review and practice essential radiographic terminology, anatomy, and positioning concepts. Exercises include multiple-choice and matching questions, imaging evaluation, and more. Written by the textbook's authors, this workbook prepares you for success on the ARRT certification exam and in clinical radiography practice. NEW! Patient positioning photos enhance chapters on the abdomen, thoracic viscera, bony thorax, and pelvis and hip. NEW! Additional review questions in many of the chapters offer expanded self-assessment opportunities. UPDATED! Measurement units match the format used in imaging texts and the ASRT (SI units as primary, then traditional units in parentheses). STREAMLINED! Decimal values replace fractions throughout the workbook. Anatomy exercises reinforce understanding with multiple-choice, matching, and short-answer questions, labeling and identification diagrams, and crossword puzzles. Positioning exercises include multiple-choice, matching, short-answer, true/false, and fill-in-the blank questions, labeling and identification diagrams, and comparisons of standard radiographic projections. Exercises on identifying errors in radiographs prepare you to evaluate radiographs in clinical situations. Pathology exercises help you understand which projections will best demonstrate various pathologies. Self-tests at the end of each chapter include review questions, enabling you to assess your comprehension and measure your own progress.
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1.943,95 kr. Winner of a Silver American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award for its 9th edition!Prepare for the challenges of today's progressive and critical care nursing environments! Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management, 10th Edition is a comprehensive guide to critical care nursing concepts as they apply to clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic management. Using a logical, body systems organization, this award-winning text uses an evidence-based approach to address the care of patients with critical physiological alterations. This new edition features an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion to reflect the 2021 AACN Essentials and the 2020-2030 Future of Nursing Report. It also features new disorder summary figures, Social Determinants of Health boxes, Supporting the Well-Being of Nurses boxes, Informatics boxes, and expanded resources for the Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination. Ideal for CCRN® and PCCN® exam preparation, Urden's Critical Care Nursing helps you develop the critical thinking and clinical judgment skills required for success in progressive and critical care nursing settings. NEW! Updated content reflects the latest concepts, techniques, and technology of progressive and critical care nursing, and includes an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and overcoming health disparities, as specified in the 2021 AACN Essentials and the 2020-2030 Future of Nursing Report. NEW! Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) boxes address specific determinants of health and offer insights into future research and policy recommendations, summarizing the impact of SDOH on critically ill patients. NEW! Supporting the Well-Being of Nurses boxes use vignettes to introduce and illustrate a model of nursing well-being. NEW! Informatics boxes explore the use of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision-making in nursing practice. NEW! Disorder Summary figures in the disorders chapters make it easier to understand complex medical conditions. Comprehensive, evidence-based content addresses all aspects of today's progressive and critical care nursing practice, and includes references and online resources for further research and study. Consistent organization within each body-system unit provides an efficient framework for classroom learning, for CCRN® and PCCN® certification preparation, and for reference in clinical practice. Case studies promote critical thinking by asking you to consider a patient's history, clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and diagnoses in order to solve clinical problems. Patient care management plans incorporate the diagnosis, signs and symptoms, outcomes, and nursing interventions with rationales. UNIQUE! Facilitating Care Transitions chapter explains how critical care nurses can ensure patient safety and provide family education through all phases and locations of care, during transitions to other units and departments within the facility, and during patient discharge to various sites (e.g., home, hospice, long-term care). UNIQUE! Illustrated Patient-Centered Critical Care boxes highlight the trend to patient and family involvement, with discussions of topics such as family meetings, debriefing after a code, patient diaries, creating a calm environment, pet visitation, music therapy, the transition of care, and 24/7 ICU visitation. Pharmacologic Management tables summarize common medications used for the treatment of various disorders, along with any special considerations. Patient and Family Education Plan boxes introduce the home care topics to teach the patient and family prior to discharge. Expanded Case studies for the Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination (NGN) are provided on the Evolve website to help you prepare for the latest nursing licensure exam.
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286,95 kr. Memorize the medical-surgical nursing facts you need to know ? in a flash! Featuring more than 100 colorful 4 x 6 note cards, Mosby's Medical-Surgical Memory Notecards use illustrations, mnemonics, and humor to make studying easier and more fun. This unique medical-surgical review may be used as either a spiral-bound notebook or as individual flashcards, so it's perfect for studying while on the go. Created by nursing educator JoAnn Zerwekh, these durable note cards will help you prepare for class, clinicals, or the NCLEX® examination. There's no other study tool like it!UNIQUE! More than 100 full-color cartoons offer humorous and memorable presentations of key medical-surgical concepts and conditions. UNIQUE! Mnemonics and other time-tested memory aids help you grasp and remember even the most complex concepts. Concise information provided on the back of each image emphasizes specific nursing details and key concepts. Four distinctive colors are used to highlight serious/life threatening implications, common clinical findings, important nursing implications, and patient teaching. What You Need to Know sections on each card cover key information in a quick and easy-to-review format. Colored thumb tabs at the bottom of the page allow you to find topics quickly. Thick pages and a spiral-bound format create a portable tool that is durable enough for use in the clinical environment.
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377,95 kr. Reinforce your understanding of nursing pharmacology and prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN® exam! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 20th Edition, this study guide provides a variety of exercises to help you review and practice the LPN/LVN's role in drug therapy and patient care. Review questions make it easier to achieve the chapter objectives from the textbook, and patient scenarios help you develop clinical judgment skills. Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions ensure that you will be ready for the critical thinking questions on the NGN exam. NEW! Three new chapters address key topics: Drugs Used to Treat Immune and Inflammatory Disorders; Drugs Used to Treat Headaches; and Drugs Used to Treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. NEW! Updated exercises cover the new content in the text, including newly approved pharmaceutical drugs and treatments. Case scenarios in clinical chapters allow you to review, practice, and apply clinical judgment skills. Reader-friendly writing style and organization make it easier to review and practice nursing pharmacology concepts. A variety of exercises, including matching, multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, and Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions help reinforce your understanding of key content.
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828,95 kr. Learn how to provide safe, effective nursing care for patients receiving drug therapy! Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 20th Edition helps you understand the principles of pharmacology and apply them to nursing practice. This text explains how to make informed decisions about drug therapy, educate patients, and administer medications. This edition adds enhanced coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model to prepare you for the critical thinking questions on the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) exam. Concise and easy to use, this essential resource helps you master the basics of medication administration and drug actions. NEW! Three new chapters address key topics: Drugs Used to Treat Immune and Inflammatory Disorders; Drugs Used to Treat Headaches; and Drugs Used to Treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. NEW! Video and animation icons direct you to supplementary videos or animations on the companion Evolve website. UPDATED! Accurate and current content ensures you are learning the most current drugs and treatment protocols. EXPANDED! Additional coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model enhances The Nursing Process and Pharmacology chapter. Medication Safety Alerts and Clinical Pitfall boxes, as well as Do-Not-Confuse and High Alert icons highlight the importance of safe drug handling and administration. Nursing process application provides an overview of general principles of nursing care for each disorder, as well as specific nursing considerations for the drug treatment. Medication Administration unit clearly and visually outlines assessment, techniques, procedures, and documentation for safe administration of percutaneous, enteral, and parenteral drugs. Drug tables clearly outline generic and brand names, availability, and dosage ranges for key medications for each disorder. Lifespan Considerations boxes for Children and for Older Adults draw attention to information that is especially important when giving a specific drug to patients of those age groups. Clinical Goldmine boxes focus on best practices in the clinical setting. Extensive resources on the Evolve companion website, including math review, patient teaching guides, chapter review questions, video clips of medication administration, and animations of drug actions, help reinforce your understanding of key concepts.
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Thinking it Through: Clinical Reasoning, Clinical Judgement, and Decision Making in Canadian Nursing
447,95 kr. Written and developed by Canadians with the Canadian nursing context in mind, this new resource is the only fundamental Canadian-focused nursing text to support you in developing clinical reasoning skills and clinical judgement for decision making in nursing practice. Thinking it Through moves beyond the nursing process to deliver focused strategies using a unified process for thinking and decision making that is visible, relatable, real - and needed by future nurses. Introducing useful models and practical frameworks as essential nursing tools, this structured guide for nursing cognitive development is a valuable resource throughout every year of your nursing program. Comprehensive integration of theory and application within the Canadian context makes it easy to understand and apply to nursing practice in the Canadian health care system. Discussions of key concepts such as social determinants of health; social justice and equity; unconscious bias and assumptions; reflection; interdisciplinary health care teams; complexity; diverse health care settings; and more, are directly related to clinical reasoning, clinical judgement, and decision making in Canadian nursing practice. A vast array of pedagogical features and practical applications, including real-life examples, case scenarios, review questions, and more, along with practical applications promote your confidence and competence in thinking like a nurse. Focus on applying clinical reasoning skills to practice helps prepare you for success on the Next-Generation NCLEX®, REx-PN®, and CPNRE® licensure exams, as well as in your nursing career. Content reviewed by current Canadian nursing students ensures this text is accurate, relevant, and applicable to future nursing students.
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968,95 kr. Get everything you need to prepare for a successful career as a pharmacy technician in one easy-to-read textbook! Useful from day one through graduation, Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 7th Edition, includes comprehensive information on pharmacy practice, anatomy and physiology, math calculation, and pharmacology. Built from the ground up to map directly to American Society for Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accreditation competencies and to the accepted certification exams, this approachable text covers everything from processing and handling of medications and medication orders to patient safety, quality assurance, and regulation and compliance. It also features a rich art program with equipment close-ups, clinical procedures and processes, and body system illustrations that bring the content to life and visually reinforce your understanding of key concepts. With its clear writing, expert insight, and engaging study tools, this text will help you develop a solid foundation in the pharmacy content you need to pass the board examination and launch a successful and rewarding career. NEW! Content covers the latest information on telehealth, virtual patient communication, infection protection, and medications. EXPANDED! Additional information addresses non-sterile and sterile compounding and foundational math calculations. Comprehensive coverage of pharmacy practice, A&P, and pharmacology support classroom success and board exam preparation. Built from the ground up to map to the latest ASHP accreditation standards and competencies. Step-by-step illustrated procedures offer rationales for key skills and competencies. Study practice includes review questions at the end of each chapter, exam-review appendix with sample questions, and review questions online. Real-world problem-solving is emphasized in scenario boxes throughout the text. Mini drug monographs provide essential drug information summaries and photos for commonly prescribed medications. Tech Notes and Tech Alerts offer practical tips for on-the-job accuracy and efficiency.
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1.073,95 kr. Practical General Practice is designed as a highly useful quick reference guide to be used by busy GPs during consultations. This handy book contains the latest guidelines and treatment recommendations for the vast majority of presentations commonly seen in general practice. Information is presented in a way that is quickly accessible in a time-pressured environment, including assessment, clinical investigations and management options. Edited by practising GPs, this eighth edition has been fully updated and will be valuable to GP registrars, newly qualified GPs, and more experienced practitioners who wish to keep their knowledge up to date. Information on more than 1000 conditions commonly seen in general practiceBullet points for action give the GP an immediate summary of the issues that must be covered in the consultationAll recommendations are highly specific - provides a firm guide for GPs rather than a list of possibilities to considerRecommendations all based on the latest evidence and guidelinesUses bullet points, tables and flow charts to help the reader access information quicklyUseful appendices include treatment algorithms and tablesNew section on the management of obesityNew section on the management of acute kidney injuriesUpdated in line with new NICE guidelines
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537,95 kr. This easy-to-use, chapter-by-chapter companion to Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 7th Edition, helps you solidify your understanding and mastery of key skills and concepts. Each chapter of this combination workbook and lab manual contains a wide variety of review questions, exercises, and experiential lab activities to reinforce key concepts, encourage you to reflect critically, and relate to practice for success on the job. Combined with the core textbook, this learning package takes you from day one through graduation and certification!NEW! Coverage of the latest information on telehealth, virtual patient communication, infection protection, and medications. EXPANDED! Additional content on non-sterile and sterile compounding and foundational math calculations. Comprehensive coverage designed to align with the ASHP curriculum and Pharmacy Technician certification exam blueprints. Built from the ground up to map to the latest ASHP accreditation standards and competencies. Reinforce Key Concepts sections offer helpful review and practice. Reflect Critically sections with realistic scenarios encourage content assimilation and application. Relate to Practice sections with laboratory exercises provide hands-on practice to promote multi-dimensional skills mastery. Skills checklists for all textbook procedures enable you to track your progress on key competencies.
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1.238,95 kr. Get the big picture on professional nursing issues and prepare for leadership and management! Contemporary Nursing: Issues, Trends, & Management, 10th Edition ensures that you are prepared for the complex and rapidly changing world of today's nursing. Coverage of key topics includes nursing theories and evidence-based practice, patient safety and quality care, clinical judgment, delegation and supervision, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, and working within a multicultural and multigenerational environment. Written by noted nursing educators Barbara Cherry and Susan R. Jacob, this text not only prepares you for success on the NCLEX-RN® examination but for a role as an effective nursing manager and leader. NEW! Information on COVID-19 covers its impact on the nursing workforce, including travel nursing, as well as self-care and PTSD in post-pandemic nursing. NEW! Coverage of emerging issues includes cultural humility, health disparities, and social determinants of health. NEW! Workforce advocacy updates address the nursing shortage, the Nurses Bill of Rights, and whistleblower protection. NEW! Updated NCLEX-RN® Examination information includes the latest on the Next Generation NCLEX® exam, question types, and the new test plan. NEW! Chapter summaries close the loop from the opening questions at the beginning of the chapter to the summary of key content. NEW! Updates on information technology include health-related wearable technologies including sensors, biosensors, and remote monitoring, as well as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual and augmented reality technologies. NEW! Updates on nursing leadership and management include expanded content on bullying and incivility, communication with different generations, and the use of social media. NEW! Updated national patient safety goals include content on nursing quality indicators, AHRQ's 2023 Making Healthcare Safer report, and the role of professional nurses in quality improvement guided by the AACN 2021 Essentials. NEW! Updates on health policy and politics include information from the Future of Nursing Report 2020-2030 and content on reducing disparities to achieve health equity. Current Issues in Health Care unit covers the rising costs of health care, legal and ethical issues, cultural competency, complementary and alternative healing, palliative care, workforce advocacy, collective bargaining, emergency preparedness, and more. Leadership and Management in Nursing unit guides you through management skills such as budgeting, delegation, staffing, communication and conflict resolution, and health policy and politics. Career Management unit describes how to make the transition from student to professional nurse, time management, career opportunities, and tips on how to pass the NCLEX-RN® examination. Colorful, humorous cartoons depict the themes in each chapter, and full-color illustrations demonstrate concepts. Case studies help you apply theory to clinical practice and to build clinical judgment skills. Vignettes at the beginning of each chapter personalize nursing history and practice, and help you understand your place in the profession. Questions to Consider While Reading This Chapter follow, reflecting back on the Vignettes and focusing on the topic to be discussed. Key terms, learning outcomes, and chapter overviews also begin each chapter, helping you organize and focus your study, and a summary at the end of each chapter reinforces the key points to remember.
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