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This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days This book provides a basic clinical guide to the principles and practice of artificial ventilation, both manual and mechanical. It covers the development of artificial ventilation through the ages and the essential anatomy and physiology behind it. While there are many detailed texts available on mechanical ventilation, they are usually aimed at the hospital specialist and cover the many complex modes of ventilation used in the hospital setting.This book covers the basics of airway and ventilation management for non-specialists working in pre-hospital and emergency medicine. It fulfils the need for a resource that explains simply and clearly basic respiratory physiology, the pathophysiology behind respiratory failure and the practical aspects of artificial ventilation. This book links the two areas of hospital and pre-hospital practice together to promote better understanding of artificial ventilation by medical, paramedical and nursing personnel working in different fields of medicine. Features Summary This book provides a basic clinical guide to the principles and practice of artificial ventilation, both manual and mechanical. It covers the development of artificial ventilation through the ages and the essential anatomy and physiology behind it... Author David J. Baker Publisher Springer International Publishing AG Release date 20160824 Pages 278 ISBN 3-319-32499-3 ISBN 13 978-3-319-32499-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days Diabetic retinopathy (DR) and its dramatic and sight-threatening complications, such as diabetic macular edema, remain a leading cause of visual impairment among the working-age population. With the advent of effective treatments, a new era in the management of DR has been opened up: it is now possible for patients to regain a degree of visual acuity not previously expected. However, amid the deluge of approved treatments and promising new strategies, clinicians may find it difficult to choose the appropriate practice in each individual case. The purpose of this easy-to-use and richly illustrated manual is to assist ophthalmologists in making decisions in the entire management of DR based on the best available evidence. Practical and complete recommendations are provided to guide clinicians in diagnosis, decision-making, and treatment. The manual includes practical algorithms and case histories relating to all stages of DR that clearly explain the progression of the disease and will help the clinician to choose the best therapeutic approach. It will be an ideal resource for ophthalmologists aiming to provide optimal clinical management for this sight-threatening disease. Features Summary This accessible, richly illustrated manual features practical and complete recommendations to help guide clinicians in diagnosis, decision-making and treatment... Author Francesco Bandello (Editor), Marco Attilio Zarbin (Editor), Rosangela Lattanzio (Editor), Ilaria Zucchiatti (Editor) Publisher Springer-Verlag Release date 20140429 Pages 178 ISBN 3-642-54502-5 ISBN 13 978-3-642-54502-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days "Clinical Ultrasound" has been thoroughly revised and updated by a brand new editorial team in order to incorporate the latest scanning technologies and their clinical applications in both adult and paediatric patients. With over 4,000 high-quality illustrations, the book covers the entire gamut of organ systems and body parts where this modality is useful. It provides the ultrasound practitioner with a comprehensive, authoritative guide to image diagnosis and interpretation. Colour is now incorporated extensively throughout this edition in order to reflect the advances in clinical Doppler, power Doppler, contrast agents. Each chapter now follows a consistent organizational structure and now contains numerous summary boxes and charts in order to make the diagnostic process practical and easy to follow. Covering all of the core knowledge, skills and experience as recommended by the Royal College of Radiologists, it provides the Fellow with a knowledge base sufficient to pass professional certification examinations and provides the practitioner with a quick reference on all currently available diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound imaging procedures. Features Summary Provides the advanced scanning technologies and their clinical applications in both adult and paediatric patients. This title covers the entire gamut of organ systems and body parts where this modality is useful... Author Paul L Allan (Author), Grant M. Baxter (Author), Michael J. Weston (Author) Publisher Churchill Livingstone Release date 20110310 Pages 1624 ISBN 0-7020-3131-3 ISBN 13 978-0-7020-3131-1

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Written by a foremost expert in the field, this hands-on, evidence-based guide describes how to conduct a comprehensive forensic neuropsychological evaluation and provide expert testimony. All steps are covered--from selecting, scoring, and interpreting tests to writing reports and responding to cross-examination--with special attention to assessing noncredible performance. The book identifies seven common flaws of forensic neuropsychological reports and shows how to avoid them. Excerpts from testimony transcripts illustrate ways neuropsychologists can protect their reports from attack. Also featured are case illustrations and a sample report. Format:Hardback Pages:352

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days The Pocket Guide to Teaching for Clinical Instructors, 3rd edition, provides a concise introduction to teaching. Written by experienced medical educators from the Advanced Life Support Group and Resuscitation Council (UK), this best-selling guide gives comprehensive and practical advice on the most effective teaching methods. Pocket Guide to Teaching for Clinical Instructors covers basic principles and practical aspects of teaching in a variety of modalities. This edition includes material which reflects current developments within instructor courses and includes new material on feedback, an awareness of non-technical skills, the teaching of teams and supporting learners. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in teaching doctors and healthcare professionals in any context. It is aimed at the relative newcomer to the teaching role in all its variety and provides essential, practical advice as to how to get the best out of learners. Features Summary The Pocket Guide to Teaching for Clinical Instructors, 3rd edition, provides a concise introduction to teaching. Written by experienced medical educators from the Advanced Life Support Group and Resuscitation Council (UK)... Author Mike Davis (Editor), Ian Bullock (Editor), Andrew Lockey (Editor), Kevin Mackway-Jones (Editor) Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20150814 Pages 112 ISBN 1-118-86007-1 ISBN 13 978-1-118-86007-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 24 hours Now in its ninth edition, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine continues to be the definitive pocket-friendly guide to medicine. The culmination over 25 years of experience at the bedside and in the community, this handbook is packed with practical advice, wit, and wisdom. The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine presents clinical information in a clear way that makes it easy to revise, remember, and implement on the ward. It gives reliable advice on what to do, when to do it, and how to do it, with clinical photographs and diagrams that bring theory to life. Uniquely for a medical text, this book weaves history, literature, art, and philosophy into its survey of medicine, casting new light on the specialties and encouraging the reader to see beyond the practical aspects of medicine and adopt a patient-centred approach to care. The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine looks better than ever, with a more modern design and over 600 colour images and illustrations. The History and Examination chapter has been completely revamped with systematic flowcharts and new illustrations so that it better reflects real bedside practice. The index, cross-references, and references have been overhauled to make them even easier to use. Every chapter has been written with supervision from experts in each field to ensure accuracy, and updated to reflect relevant guidelines from the NHS, NICE, the Resuscitation Council and other key proffesional bodies. Loved and trusted by generations of doctors, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine continues to be an indispensable companion for the practice of modern medicine. Features Summary The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine, a peerless classic in the field, returns for a ninth edition. Thoroughly updated in line with current guidelines... Author Murray Longmore (Author), Ian Wilkinson (Author), Andrew Baldwin (Author), Elizabeth Wallin (Author) Publisher Oxford UniversityPress Release date 20140109 Pages 902 ISBN 0-19-960962-4 ISBN 13 978-0-19-960962-8

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Mastering Emergency Medicine is a concise, revision-focused textbook that covers everything that candidates need to know in order to pass the College of Emergency Medicine's (CEM) membership examination (MCEM) to enter training, and to the pass fellowship examination (FCEM) to complete the Certificate of Specialist Training. With over 100 OSCE scenarios designed to stimulate everyday emergency department clinical encounters, Mastering Emergency Medicine covers all the key areas of the CEM syllabus, including: clinical examinations and practical skills, communication skills, teaching and management. This book takes a practical approach to the subject - core facts are presented and common scenarios are explored using an OSCE style, as used in the Part C MCEM and the FCEM examinations - which makes it an invaluable blueprint for management of cases. Closely linked to the current CEM syllabus, each chapter comprises three parts: * Core topics that supplement revision for Part A and B. * Clinical scenarios, including data and relevant practical skills that can be used to prepare for Parts B and C. * Mock 'Scoring Scenarios' that give specific guidance on how to perform in OSCEs. Mastering Emergency Medicine is a highly detailed revision guide for the OSCE examinations and an essential study guide for all those who are preparing for the MCEM or FCEM examinations. It will also be useful to those who are wishing to pursue a career in Acute Medicine. Format:Paperback Pages:504

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures has been the number one choice for nurses since it first published, over 30 years ago. One of the world's most popular books on clinical skills and procedures, it provides detailed procedure guidelines based on the latest research findings and expert clinical advice, enabling nurses and students to deliver clinically effective patient-focused care. The ninth edition of this essential, definitive guide, written especially for pre-registration nursing students, now includes a range of new learning features throughout each chapter that have been designed to support student nurses to support learning in clinical practice. Providing essential information on over 200 procedures, this manual contains all the skills and changes in practice that reflect modern acute nursing care. Features Summary The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures has been the number one choice for nurses since it first published, over 30 years ago. Author Lisa Dougherty (Editor), Sara Lister (Editor), Alex West-Oram (Editor) Publisher John Wiley & Sons Release date 20150508 Pages 848 ISBN 1-118-74667-8 ISBN 13 978-1-118-74667-7

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Asperger's Syndrome A Guide for Parents and Professionals TITLE                       :  Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals FORMAT                   :   eBOOK  - PDF + ePUB + MOBI READERS               :     Windows & Android - Mobile/iPhone; Tablet; iPad;  e-Reader;  Kindle; Laptop; PC PUBLISHER             :   Jessica Kingsley Pub LANGUAGE             :   English PAGES                     :   223 ISBN                         :  9781853025778 SUMMARY/REVIEW:   This guide will assist parents and professionals with the identification, treatment and care of both children and adults with Asperger's Syndrome. The book provides a description and analysis of the unusual characteristics of the syndrome and practical strategies to reduce those that are most conspicuous or debilitating. Beginning with a chapter on diagnosis, including an assessment test, the book covers all aspects of the syndrome from language to social behaviour and motor clumsiness, concluding with a chapter based on the questions most frequently asked by those who come into contact with individuals with this syndrome. Covering the available literature in full, this guide brings together the most relevant and useful information on Asperger's Syndrome, incorporating case studies from the author's own practical experience as a Clinical Psychologist, with examples of, and numerous quotations from people with Asperger's Syndrome. * * eBook provided in PDF, ePUB and MOBI Formats on CD with free software below. eBooks can be read on the move - travelling as a passenger or waiting for an appointment - on any device/readers as listed above.  With the free Text-To-Speech software, the eBook can be listened to at leisure. * *  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Now packed with new illustrations and more clinically relevant than ever before, this fully updated Eighth Edition of Medical Terminology: An Illustrated Guide helps readers develop a fundamental knowledge of the medical terminology necessary for a career in any health care setting. To help students learn both medical terms and how they are used in real-world settings, this reader-friendly book demonstrates how medical terms are built from word parts (Part 1), introduces body structures, diseases, and treatments (Part 2), and covers each body system (Part 3). Accessible content, a logical organization, and reinforcing drills in every chapter combine to help readers master the information they need for success in their future careers. An enhanced art program, many new, clinically focused case studies, and an improved online teaching and learning resources (including prepU adaptive quizzing) make this Eighth Edition ideal for classroom instruction, independent study, or distance learning. * Greater Student Confidence = Success: Use of Barbara Cohen's Memmlers Anatomy and Physiology along with this Medical Terminology text delivers continuity of writing style, design, and online resources making students more confident and ultimately more successful in their chosen health profession. * A greater emphasis on clinical illustrations brings concepts to life and helps students connect learning to practice. * Updatedcases studies focus on current issues and hot topics to prepare students for the types of challenges they will encounter in practice. * PrepU is featured in the Ancillaries-at-a-Glance section and is identified with an icon throughout the text. * Online Student Resources have been updated and enhanced. * Online Lesson Plans have been updated with tips on using the book in a flipped classroom or in online learning. Features Summary An Illustrated Guide. Now packed with new illustrations and more clinically relevant than ever before, this fully updated Eighth Edition of Medical Terminology An Illustrated Guide helps readers develop a fundamental knowledge of the medical terminology necessary for a career in any health care setting... Author Barbara J. Cohen (Author), Ann DePetris (Author) Publisher Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Release date 20160201 Pages 704 ISBN 1-4963-1888-9 ISBN 13 978-1-4963-1888-6

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days The perfect companion to McCance's Pathophysiology, Sixth Edition, this valuable study guide helps you master textbook content. This study guide is full of helpful study tools and in-depth reviews. 43 case scenarios provide real-world examples showing how you can apply and integrate knowledge. Answer key may be found in the back of the study guide, allowing you to check your answers and evaluate your progress. UPDATED! More than 2,650 questions include question types such as: Match these Definitions, Choose the Correct Words, Complete these Sentences, Categorize these Clinical Examples, Explain the Pictures, Describe the Difference, Teach these People about Pathophysiology, and many more. NEW! An interactive format is used for all questions, helping you to understand and master the content - not just memorize the key facts. NEW! Teach these People about Pathophysiology questions challenge you to answer questions that patients might ask in real-life practice. NEW! Nearly 70 illustrations from McCance and Huether's Pathophysiology textbook are used in selected question types. Features Summary A companion to McCance's Pathophysiology, Sixth Edition, which includes study tools and in-depth reviews. Author Kathryn L McCance (Author), Sue E. Huether (Author) Publisher Mosby Release date 20140121 Pages 318 ISBN 0-323-16941-4 ISBN 13 978-0-323-16941-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days The perfect companion to McCance's Pathophysiology, Sixth Edition, this valuable study guide helps you master textbook content. This study guide is full of helpful study tools and in-depth reviews. 43 case scenarios provide real-world examples showing how you can apply and integrate knowledge. Answer key may be found in the back of the study guide, allowing you to check your answers and evaluate your progress. UPDATED! More than 2,650 questions include question types such as: Match these Definitions, Choose the Correct Words, Complete these Sentences, Categorize these Clinical Examples, Explain the Pictures, Describe the Difference, Teach these People about Pathophysiology, and many more. NEW! An interactive format is used for all questions, helping you to understand and master the content - not just memorize the key facts. NEW! Teach these People about Pathophysiology questions challenge you to answer questions that patients might ask in real-life practice. NEW! Nearly 70 illustrations from McCance and Huether's Pathophysiology textbook are used in selected question types. Features Summary A companion to McCance's Pathophysiology, Sixth Edition, which includes study tools and in-depth reviews. Author Kathryn L McCance (Author), Sue E. Huether (Author) Publisher Mosby Release date 20140121 Pages 318 ISBN 0-323-16941-4 ISBN 13 978-0-323-16941-7

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days Written by two experienced RCOG examiners, both of whom have been involved in the development of the new Part 3 MRCOG examination, this book is essential reading for any trainee preparing to sit the exam. The authors clearly describe the breadth and depth of the curriculum modules and the professional behaviours that will be assessed in the five clinical skills domains. The text includes written examples of every module, links to eight videos showing candidates attempting four real Part 3 tasks, examiners' comments, and a detailed discussion of each example. The content will help candidates understand what is required to pass the examination and how to demonstrate their knowledge and skills to best effect. The book will also be useful for trainers preparing their trainees for the new exam. Based on the principles of good medical practice, there are practical tips here for doctors and obstetricians at all levels. Features Summary The definitive guide for Part 3 MRCOG candidates, written by the two examiners leading the development of the new exam. Author Lisa Joels (Editor), Edmund Neale (Editor) Publisher Cambridge UniversityPress Release date 20160915 Pages 173 ISBN 1-316-62745-4 ISBN 13 978-1-316-62745-7