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Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025 - E-BOOK: Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025 - E-BOOK

Ensure safe and effective drug therapy with this easy-to-use handbook! Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025 provides you with current, detailed information on more than 1,000 generic and 4,000 trade name drugs. This handy, user-friendly guide includes updated uses, dosage forms, warnings, side effects and adverse reactions, IV drug administration, nursing considerations, and much more. Organized alphabetically by generic drug name for quick reference, this book stands out from the others in guiding the nurse through the steps essential to quality patient care. New drug monographs cover 19 new FDA-approved medications!More than 1,000 generic name drugs, encompassing over 4,000 trade name drugs, are organized alphabetically with A-to-Z tabs for quick and easy access.UNIQUE! Herbal information is included in the appendix and on the companion Evolve website, covering the interactions and effects of commonly encountered herbs.Detailed information for each drug includes side effects listed by frequency, and adverse effects and reactions requiring prompt intervention.Drugs by Disorder are listed in the front of the book for easy reference, showing common disorders and the drugs most often used for treatment.Drug Classifications section features an overview of actions and uses for drug families.Black Box Alerts and High Alert drugs are highlighted to promote safe administration of drugs that pose the greatest risk for patient harm, and Do Not Confuse With warnings call out drug names that sound alike or look alike.Top 100 Drugs list helps you easily identify the most frequently administered drugs.Cross-references to the 400 top U.S. brand-name drugs are located throughout the book for easy access.List of newly approved medications in the front of the book makes it easy to locate the latest drugs.Nursing considerations are organized in a functional nursing process framework and include baseline assessment, intervention/evaluation, and patient/family teaching.Information on lifespan and disorder-related dosage variations covers special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, hepatic, and immune- or renal-compromised patients.Extensive IV content includes IV compatibilities/IV incompatibilities and breaks down key information on reconstitution, rate of administration, and storage, as well as an IV Compatibility Chart foldout covering 65 intravenous drugs.Customizable and printable monographs for 100 of the most commonly used drugs are located on the companion Evolve website.NEW! Drug monographs for 19 new FDA-approved medications provide the most current drug information.NEW! Updates include uses, dosage forms, interactions, precautions, and other need-to-know information to help prevent medication dispensing errors.

Saunders Q&A Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination - E-Book: Saunders Q&A Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination - E-Book

Prepare for success on the NCLEX-RN® exam with this comprehensive Q&A review! Based on the test’s current blueprint, Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination, 9th Edition provides more than 6,000 practice questions in a question-and-answer format. To help you unpack the complexities of the NCLEX exam, each question includes rationales for correct and incorrect answers, a test-taking strategy, clinical judgment situations, priority nursing tips, and a Health Problem code allowing you to select questions by medical diagnosis. Q&A practice is also provided on the Evolve website, with options to answer questions in Study mode or in Exam mode. From the most trusted names in NCLEX review, Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela Silvestri, this resource is part of the popular Saunders Pyramid to Success. Detailed rationales are provided for both correct and incorrect answer options. UNIQUE! Priority Nursing Tip for each question provide key points to remember for the NCLEX. Test-taking strategy is included for each question, providing clues for analyzing and selecting the correct answer. UNIQUE! Tear-out bookmark allows you to cover the answer column as you are practicing questions, and includes a list of the Top 10 test-taking strategies. All alternate item question types are represented, including multiple response, prioritizing/ordered response, fill-in-the-blank, illustration/hot spot, chart/exhibit, graphic option, audio questions with heart or lung sounds, case studies, and question types for the Next Generation NCLEX. Organization of chapters by Client Needs reflects the latest NCLEX-RN test plan. Health Problem code on practice questions allows you to select questions based on a specific medical diagnosis. Clinical Judgment/Cognitive Skills codes help you recognize the new clinical judgment thought process behind questions for the Next Generation NCLEX. NCLEX-RN® Preparation chapters introduce the NCLEX-RN and the computerized adaptive testing (CAT) format, and include advice from a recent nursing graduate plus clinical judgment and test-taking strategies. More than 6,000 questions on the Evolve website include an 85-question pre-test that identifies your strengths and weaknesses and generates an individualized study calendar — taking the guesswork out of what you should study next — and an 85-question post-test that helps to evaluate your progress. Question categories in the book and on Evolve include level of cognitive ability, NCLEX client needs area, clinical judgment/cognitive skill, integrated process, content area, health problem, and priority concepts, to help you focus on the question types you find most difficult.

Sectional Anatomy by MRI and CT

A sure grasp of cross-sectional anatomy is essential for accurate radiologic interpretation, and Sectional Anatomy by MRI and CT, 5th Edition, provides exactly the information needed in a highly illustrated, quick-reference format. New coverage of the cervical spine, brain, and thumb, as well as new on/off labels in the eBook version make this title an essential diagnostic tool for both residents and practicing radiologists.Features color-coded labels for nerves, vessels, muscles, bone tendons, and ligaments that facilitate accurate identification of key anatomic structures.Provides new on/off labels in the accompanying eBook, as well as scroll and zoom capabilities on photos for convenient access during interpretation sessions and real-time resident education.Presents carefully labeled MRIs for all body parts, as well as schematic diagrams and concise statements, to clarify correlations between bones and tissues.Includes CT scans for selected body parts to enhance anatomic visualization.Features 1165 state-of-the-art images that can be viewed in three standard planes: axial, coronal, and sagittal.Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation E-Book

The only reference devoted to the diagnoses and management of birth defects resulting from mechanical forces, Smith's Recognizable Patterns of Human Deformation, 5th Edition, provides evidence-based management for a range of common pediatric problems affecting the limbs and craniofacial region. Continuing the tradition of excellence established by Dr. Smith’s research and teaching, this title supplies highly readable, well-illustrated guidance needed for timely intervention and effective treatment in order to avoid long-term adverse secondary consequences. It’s an ideal resource offering comprehensive, systematic coverage for residents, pediatricians, practitioners, or parents seeking further information in this complex area.Examines the initial clinical approach to suspected deformation problems, and then walks you through pathogenesis, diagnostic features, management, prognosis, and counseling for each condition.Addresses a full range of lower extremity deformations; joint dislocations; nerve palsies; chest and spinal deformations; head and neck deformations; craniosynostosis and cranial bone variations; problems associated with abnormal birth presentation, birth palsies, and procedure-related defects; infant head shape variations; and torticollis.Includes new chapters on early embryonic disruption and fetal disruption, new Key Points boxes throughout, new insights and references in every chapter, and a new video on the physical examination of a patient with a congenital radial nerve palsy.Distinguishes deformations from malformations for appropriate management.Utilizes four consistent sections in every chapter—Genesis, Features, Management and Prognosis, and Differential Diagnosis—to provide concise yet comprehensive information on 50 common pediatric conditions.Provides evidence-based management recommendations on common fetal complications such as oligohydramnios, pulmonary hypoplasia, and uterine structural abnormalities, and discusses current management techniques for each.Offers essential information to a range of professionals, including neonatologists, pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitative specialists, pediatric nurse practitioners, and residents in all fields.Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

Statistics for Nursing Research - E-Book: Statistics for Nursing Research - E-Book

Get the review and practice you need to critically appraise the statistical methods used in published research! Statistics for Nursing Research, 4th Edition helps you understand and interpret statistical methods, sampling and measurement techniques, and statistical analysis techniques. This unique and practical workbook is divided into two parts to differentiate between basic and advanced statistical methods, with dozens of hands-on exercises that will help you practice working with the statistical methods needed for building an evidence-based practice. This workbook is an indispensable resource for any nursing student or practicing nurse wishing to gain competency in conducting statistical analyses. Comprehensive coverage of basic statistical methods includes extensive practice with the most common techniques of sampling, measurement, and statistical analysis seen in nursing and health sciences literature. Literature-based approach uses key excerpts from published studies to reinforce learning through practical application. 38 sampling, measurement, and statistical analysis exercises provide a practical review of both basic and advanced statistical techniques. Study Questions in each chapter help you examine a statistical technique and apply concepts to an actual literature appraisal. Online submission of answers for Questions for Further Application allows you to complete exercises in a web-based format and then submit completed exercises to your instructor via email for grading. Consistent format for all chapters enhances learning and enables quick review. NEW! More than half of the research articles in Part 1 are new, ensuring that exercises are based on the most current, clinically applicable published studies. NEW! Enhanced interactive online functionality of the Questions for Further Application for each chapter allows you to save your work and complete the exercises at a later time before submitting work to your instructor for grading. NEW! Enhanced emphasis on diversity and inclusion features representation of diverse authors and research foci in selected published articles. NEW! Two new exercises are added to this edition: a unique Handling Missing Data exercise and a Calculating the Mann-Whitney U Test exercise. NEW! VST eBook version of this title is a fully interactive eBook for the first time. NEW! Supplemental video tutorials by Dr. Cipher on the Evolve website provide valuable reinforcement that is especially helpful for visual and auditory learners.

Stevens & Lowe's Human Histology - E-Book: Stevens & Lowe's Human Histology - E-Book

This book provides students with a systematic approach to histology which is ideal as a study companion to support students of medicine, biomedical sciences and life sciences in their studies and also as an excellent tool for medical board review.This sixth edition has been fully updated by experts in the field, Stevens and Lowe’s Human Histology is designed to provide a highly-visual, well-structured, learning resource.Easy to read and follow – ideal grounding in the key concepts of histology, covering all the organ systemsClear illustrations, over 500 visually-engaging photos and graphics bring concepts to lifeAdvanced Concept boxes link histology to cell biology and physiology for wider, integrated subject understanding.Clinical example boxes anchors histology to its application in diagnosis as part of pathology and clinical medicine.Carefully captioned histological images support development of microscopy skillsReview questions for self-assessmentOnline review questions and clinical cases to support learningOnline video support: watch the experts discuss microscopic images and experience how to approach a visual understanding of histology.

Student Workbook for The Administrative Dental Assistant - E-Book: Student Workbook for The Administrative Dental Assistant - E-Book

Learn more effectively with a wealth of interactive exercises for practice, reinforcement, and recall! An indispensable companion to the textbook, the Student Workbook for The Administrative Dental Assistant, 6th Edition combines the key objectives and content of the book with challenging exercises — putting the information you need into a practical context. Separated by chapter for easy correlation to the text, the workbook contains chapter summaries; learning objectives; short-answer, matching, multiple-choice, and/or fill-in-the-blank questions; case scenarios followed by critical thinking questions; and fun puzzles to reinforce key terminology. The Dentrix Learning Edition practice management software, combined with original exercises in the workbook, help you learn to use the software and prepare for your career. New content covers navigating dental office technology, communication and social media, and more.• Correlation with the textbook• Original practice management exercises• Review questions, exercises, and puzzles to reinforce learning NEW! Content addresses managing a dental office during national and worldwide public health emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and includes updated information on digital office systems. NEW! Enhanced coverage of bookkeeping and financial problem-solving skills is added. NEW! Additional practice management exercises work in conjunction with the newest version of Dentrix Learning Edition based on Dentrix G7.3 to help students experience what it is like to work with dental practice management software.

Student Workbook for Darby & Walsh Dental Hygiene - E-Book: Student Workbook for Darby & Walsh Dental Hygiene - E-Book

Get the hands-on practice and reinforcement you need to master the concepts and skills covered in Darby & Walsh Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice, 6th Edition. The chapters in this workbook directly correlate to the textbook chapters and provide ample review questions and exercises, competency skills evaluation sheets, case studies with questions, and information for the clinical externship and professional portfolio. Applicable chapters also contain a review of video procedures covered in the main text. It’s the essential practice and review you need for success in both the classroom and the clinical setting.· Practice and review questions include short answer, fill-in-the-blank, and multiple choice· Patient case studies and video review questions provide opportunities for assimilation and application of concepts to prepare students for clinical patient encounters and externship practice· Competency skill checklists provide clear guidelines for performing each dental hygiene skill· Correlation with textbook chapters· Perforated pages NEW and UPDATED! Content corresponds to the latest edition of the text, with an increased focus on new and emerging technologies, enhanced coverage of infection control, new chapters addressing telehealth and mental health, and much more.

Study Guide for Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology - E-Book

Reinforce your understanding of nursing pharmacology with this practical study guide! Corresponding chapter by chapter to Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition, this workbook provides the practice and review needed to help you master pharmacology knowledge and prepare for the NCLEX-PN® Examination. A variety of questions includes a math review, dosage calculation exercises, and case studies that emphasize clinical decision-making and prioritization. It’s the ideal study tool and review companion for your textbook!Alternate item-format review questions prepare you for the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) exam.Variety of exercises reinforces your understanding with matching, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, true or false, and select-all-that-apply questions, as well as crossword puzzles.Practice quizzes provide preparation for course and licensure exams.Reader-friendly writing style and organization makes the content easier to understand.NEW! Review questions for the textbook’s new Drugs for Cancer Treatment chapter are added to this edition, as well as questions for the expanded Drugs for Reproductive Health, Drugs for Thyroid and Adrenal Problems, and Drugs for Osteoporosis chapters.NEW! Updated exercises cover newly approved pharmaceutical treatments and drugs.

Study Guide for Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care - E-Book

Master nursing pharmacology with this practical study guide that incorporates the latest NCLEX® item types! Corresponding to the chapters in Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 12th Edition, this comprehensive workbook provides a thorough review of the most important textbook content. Clinical judgment and study questions help you apply your drug knowledge to nursing care, prioritize tasks, and develop clinical decision-making skills; patient teaching scenarios help you learn effective patient education. With a Case Study for the Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN) in each unit, this study guide provides an excellent review for the NGN and for safe clinical practice.Reinforcement of key textbook content equips you for success on the Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN) and for patient safety in clinical practice.NCLEX® Examination–style questions in each chapter include multiple-choice, multiple-select, and alternate-item formats, preparing you for success on the NGN and for safe clinical practice.Dosage Calculation questions in every clinical chapter provide important practice in applying drug information and providing medication safety.Focus on implications of drugs and drug classes on patient care includes activities and questions that are designed for you to answer "How do the drugs work in the body?" and "How do these drug actions impact patient care?"Answer key with rationales is included in the back of the book for immediate feedback and remediation.NEW! Updated content ensures that information is consistent with the Lehne's Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 12th Edition textbook, and reflects the latest FDA drug approvals, withdrawals, and therapeutic uses.NEW! A standalone case study for the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) is included in every unit.

Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing - E-Book: Study Guide for the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing - E-Book

Prepare for success on the OCN® Exam with the definitive Q&A review from the Oncology Nursing Society! Based on the latest test blueprint for the OCN® Exam, this study guide is the only question-and-answer review developed in collaboration with the Oncology Nursing Society. Chapters correspond to the chapters in the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, 7th Edition, and practice questions match the format and Test Plan for the OCN® Exam. Detailed rationales are provided for both correct and incorrect answers, reinforcing your understanding of oncology nursing. A new companion Evolve website includes all of the Study Guide content in a fully interactive quizzing engine that simulates an actual OCN® Exam in either Study Mode (with immediate question feedback) or Exam Mode (with feedback only at the end of the simulated exam). Choose the definitive Q&A study resource for OCN® certification! UNIQUE! The only Q&A review book developed in collaboration with and endorsed by the Oncology Nursing Society. UNIQUE! In-depth Q&A review reflects the latest OCN® Test Plan and essential content from the Core Curriculum for Oncology Nursing, including the full continuum of cancer care, the scientific basis for practice, palliation of symptoms, oncologic emergencies, and professional performance. More than 1,000 review questions are written by OCN®-certified experts to ensure high quality and consistency with the ONS Core Curriculum and OCN® Exam, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and quality care. Answer Key includes detailed rationales for correct and incorrect responses. NEW! Updated content reflects the exam blueprint for the 2022 OCN® Examination, along with the latest research evidence and important changes in cancer treatment and related nursing care. NEW! Fully interactive quizzing engine on a new Evolve website includes all of the Study Guide content, simulating an actual OCN® Exam in either Study Mode (with immediate question feedback) or Exam Mode (with feedback only at the end of the simulated exam).

The Unofficial Guide to Obstetrics and Gynaecology: The Unofficial Guide to Obstetrics and Gynaecology - E-Book (Unofficial Guides)

The unique and award-winning Unofficial Guides series is a collaboration between senior students, junior doctors and specialty experts. This combination of contributors understands what is essential to excel on your course, in exams and in practice – as well as the importance of presenting information in a clear, fun and engaging way. Packed with hints and tips from those in the know, when you are in a hurry and need a study companion you can trust, reach for an Unofficial Guide.Written by registrars who understand just what you need, The Unofficial Guide to Obstetrics and Gynaecology is designed to help you pass the O&G finals with ease. It contains clear summaries of the core topics, followed by more than 300 multiple choice questions and fully explained answers. High quality images, clinical cases and engaging content make it enjoyable to read.The guide will help you navigate a difficult specialty, which combines medicine and surgery. It is a book that you can come back to time and again during your study, and later when you are working on the wards.Based on national and international guidelines – a unique book involving junior doctors, for junior doctorsConcise, clear and easy to remember facts – ideal for studying for your medical school finalsIncludes core chapter summaries in a clinically relevant formatOver 300 questions and fully explained answers with key points and compact learning summaries.High quality colour images and illustrations throughout the book to present key concepts and anatomy50 new images, including clinical photographsUpdated languageNew questionsUpdated clinical content according to National and International guidelinesSignificant changes to the paediatric and adolescent gynaecology chapterNew ethics chapter

Volpe's Neurology of the Newborn

Stay up to date with today’s latest advances in diagnosis and management, as well as the many scientific and technological advances that are revolutionizing neonatal neurology, with the definitive text in the field. Volpe's Neurology of the Newborn, 7th Edition, shares the knowledge and expertise of world authority Dr. Joseph Volpe, who, along with Dr. Terrie E. Inder of Children’s Hospital of Orange County and other distinguished editors, brings a wealth of insight to this classic text. Known for its clear, engaging writing style, vibrant, full-color illustrations, and authoritative information throughout, this reference is an indispensable resource for those who provide care for neonates with neurological conditions.Provides clear, comprehensive coverage of neonatal neurology in Dr. Joseph Volpe’s own legendary, readable manner—for a masterful, cohesive source of answers to any question that arises in your practice.Brings the latest science into the clinical setting, with an emphasis on translating new knowledge to the infant’s bedside.Offers comprehensive updates with summary tables and text to reflect major advances in the study of hemorrhage; new insights into molecular genetics and molecular characterization of brain tumors; significant advances in drugs and the developing nervous system; and much more.Includes new chapters on fetal neurology which address the importance of understanding and investigating the maternal-fetal origins of neonatal disease, as well as new chapters on neurodevelopmental follow-up, inflammation, and neurology in low-resource settings.Contains more than 1,000 illustrations: clinical and pathological specimens, key experimental findings, schematics, algorithms, anatomical drawings, and neuroimaging throughout, as well as numerous tables and boxes that synthesize key points.

Williams Textbook of Endocrinology

Now fully revised and updated, Williams Textbook of Endocrinology, 15th Edition, remains your go-to reference for authoritative content on the full spectrum of adult and pediatric endocrine system disorders. World-renowned authors and editors expertly bridge the gap between basic science and clinical information, keeping you up to date with recent advances in medications, therapies, clinical trials, and more. This essential reference is a must-have resource for endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, gynecologists, internists, pediatricians, and other clinicians who need current, comprehensive coverage of this multifaceted field.Presents current information in a highly illustrated, user-friendly format for quick reference.Includes new chapters on Skeletal Regulation of Metabolism, Digitized Approaches to Diabetes Therapeutics, and MODY and Atypical Diabetes.Reflects updated approaches to transgender medicine as well as new coverage of viral infections, including COVID-19.Covers hot topics such as personalized medicine; the latest methodologies and trends regarding cancer genomics, precision oncology, and cell biology; and updates in key areas such as adrenal dysfunction and diabetes.Provides state-of-the-art coverage of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, metabolic bone disorders, obesity and thyroid disease, as well as pituitary, gonadal, and adrenal disorders, and much more—all designed to help you provide optimal care to every patient.Features contributions from today’s thought leaders in endocrinology.Contains a selected reading list and highlighted key references nominated by the editors.

Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book: Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book

Workbook for Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - E-Book

Workbook for Health Insurance Today E-Book: A Practical Approach

Corresponding to the chapters in Beik’s Health Insurance Today, 8th Edition, this workbook lets you practice the skills you will need to succeed as a health insurance professional. Practical assignments reinforce the information in the text, and engaging learning activities and case studies challenge you to apply your knowledge to real-world situations. This edition adds up-to-date coverage of cybersecurity, COVID-19, crowdfunding for medical bills, and more.Performance-based activities include hands-on, application-based learning exercises that provide practice in areas such as completing claim forms, posting payments to a patient's ledger, filling out Release to Return to Work forms, and filling out Medicare appeals. Critical thinking activities strengthen your ability to apply health insurance concepts to a variety of challenging situations. Chapter assessments test your knowledge with multiple choice, true/false, short answer, fill-in-the-blank, and matching questions. Problem-solving and collaborative (group) activities emphasize the importance of teamwork in the healthcare field. Case studies ask you to solve real-world problems related to health insurance, such as completing a CMS-1500 claim form or explaining how HIPAA could affect someone recently out of work. Application exercises ask you to apply your knowledge and skills to real-world situations. In-class projects and discussion topics enhance your understanding of specific content from the text. Internet Exploration exercises in each chapter help you learn how to perform and evaluate research online. Defining Chapter Terms activities help you review and understand the key terms in each chapter. NEW! Additional content on cybersecurity emphasizes the importance of keeping digital information private and secure. NEW! Information on crowdfunding for medical bills discusses how this practice affects billing. NEW! Interactive VST eBook provides a seamless digital experience. NEW! Coverage of COVID-19 explores its impact on billing, reimbursement, and employment.

Workbook for Radiographic Image Analysis - E-Book: Workbook for Radiographic Image Analysis - E-Book

Review, practice, and apply concepts of digital imaging and positioning! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in Radiographic Image Analysis, 6th Edition, this practical workbook provides projections and questions to help you hone your imaging and evaluation skills. Exercises for each procedure ask you to correct positioning errors, practice critical thinking, and solve positioning challenges. Adding evaluation images beyond those in the main text, this workbook helps you prepare for success on the ARRT® certification examination and in radiography practice. Positioning and technique exercises help with knowledge retention and prepare you for success in radiography practice. Study questions for each procedure focus on how the patient should be positioned to obtain an accurately positioned projection, and help you prepare for the ARRT® certification examination. Poorly positioned projections not included in the textbook focus on each topic and procedure, and ask you to find the cause of the problem. Questions on improperly positioned projections ask you to evaluate the image and make adjustments when the images are suboptimal. Answer key to the study questions may be found on the Evolve website for Radiographic Image Analysis, under student resources. NEW! Updated content reflects the changes and new information in the 6th edition of Radiographic Image Analysis.

Stress to Calm in 7 Minutes for Nurses

Are you a nurse feeling overwhelmed and stressed at work? Do you find it difficult to balance the demands of your job with your personal life? Stress to Calm in 7 Minutes for Nurses is here to help! We understand the unique challenges that nurses face on a daily basis, from long hours to a heavy workload and constant multi-tasking. That's why we've designed a practical step-by-step guide that takes you through 7 one-minute tools specifically tailored to help you work through stress and find more peace and balance. Each tool is backed by science and designed to help you reduce stress levels, improve your work-life balance, and boost your mental health and wellbeing. These tools can be used anytime, anywhere – whether you're in a hospital, work situation or at home and when you see the improvement, you will be motivated to use them every day. With just 7 minutes a day, you can make a real difference in your stress levels and overall wellbeing. Join the Stress to Calm revolution and start living your best, stress-free life today!

100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine (100 Cases)

A 57-year-old man presented to the emergency department complaining of a worsening cough. The cough had been present for approximately two weeks and was productive of green sputum. The patient had seen his general practitioner one week earlier and taken a course of amoxicillin for a presumed lower respiratory tract infection with no improvement of symptoms. He was febrile, experiencing frequent headaches and a feeling of general malaise, and had been unable to eat solid food for the last 48 hours due to facial pain on chewing. You have been asked to assess him and devise a management plan… 100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine presents 100 real-life scenarios seen in the hospital and community setting. A succinct summary of the patient's history, examination and any initial investigations is followed by a detailed consideration of the diagnosis and management of each case, in the short, medium and, where appropriate, long term. Making speedy and appropriate clinical decisions, and choosing the best course of action to take as a result, is one of the most important and challenging parts of training to become a doctor. These extended true-to-life cases will teach students and junior doctors to recognize important medical conditions and to develop their diagnostic and management skills. Key features: Extended case studies presented in an easy-to-read format, presenting patient history, examination, investigations and differential diagnosis Readers are guided through the clinician's sequence of thoughts and actions as they consider how to manage the case appropriately in the short, medium and, if necessary, long term Plentiful illustrations supplement the text A broad range of conditions is covered, from acquired haemophilia to intestinal tuberculosis

100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine (100 Cases)

A 57-year-old man presented to the emergency department complaining of a worsening cough. The cough had been present for approximately two weeks and was productive of green sputum. The patient had seen his general practitioner one week earlier and taken a course of amoxicillin for a presumed lower respiratory tract infection with no improvement of symptoms. He was febrile, experiencing frequent headaches and a feeling of general malaise, and had been unable to eat solid food for the last 48 hours due to facial pain on chewing. You have been asked to assess him and devise a management plan… 100 Diagnostic Dilemmas in Clinical Medicine presents 100 real-life scenarios seen in the hospital and community setting. A succinct summary of the patient's history, examination and any initial investigations is followed by a detailed consideration of the diagnosis and management of each case, in the short, medium and, where appropriate, long term. Making speedy and appropriate clinical decisions, and choosing the best course of action to take as a result, is one of the most important and challenging parts of training to become a doctor. These extended true-to-life cases will teach students and junior doctors to recognize important medical conditions and to develop their diagnostic and management skills. Key features: Extended case studies presented in an easy-to-read format, presenting patient history, examination, investigations and differential diagnosis Readers are guided through the clinician's sequence of thoughts and actions as they consider how to manage the case appropriately in the short, medium and, if necessary, long term Plentiful illustrations supplement the text A broad range of conditions is covered, from acquired haemophilia to intestinal tuberculosis

12th Asian-Pacific Conference on Medical and Biological Engineering: Proceedings of APCMBE 2023, May 18–21, 2023, Suzhou, China—Volume 1: Biomedical Signal Processing, Imaging and Rehabilitation Engineering (IFMBE Proceedings #103)

This book presents cutting-edge research and developments in the field of medical and biological engineering, which a special emphasis on activities carried out in the Asian-Pacific region. Gathering the proceedings of the 12th Asian-Pacific Conference on Medical and Biological Engineering (APCMBE 2023), held on May 18–21, 2023, in Suzhou, China, this first volume of a two-volume set focuses on biomedical imaging and signal processing, biomedical sensing and wearables, and rehabilitation and neural engineering. All in all, this book offers extensive information on the state-of-the-art solutions and challenges in biomedical and clinical engineering, addressing a broad audience of medical scientists, engineers, physicists and other researchers and professionals.

12th Asian-Pacific Conference on Medical and Biological Engineering: Proceedings Of Apcmbe 2023, May 18-21, 2023, Suzhou, China - Volume 1: Biomedical Signal Processing, Imaging And Rehabilitation Engineering (Ifmbe Proceedings Ser. #103)

2020: A Reckoning

Renowned sociologist and best-selling author Eric Klinenberg turns a year of devastation into a year of revelation in this wise, deeply researched and cathartic account of the pandemic.'A gripping, deeply moving account' SIDDHARTHA MUKHERJEE, author of The Song of the CellWhat unites us? What divides us? What do we value? Sociologist Eric Klinenberg had been studying what crises reveal about societies for over two decades when his home of New York became the deadliest hot spot of the global pandemic. In this book he tells the deeply reported stories of seven ordinary people trying to survive at the epicentre of the crisis, and combines them with data gathered from around the world to provide unprecedented insights into what societies are made of, why they come together or fall apart, and how they shape our lives.'Compellingly reveals what the pandemic laid bare about our culture, our institutions, and ourselves' Matthew Desmond, author of Evicted'A book that's at once intimate and far-ranging, that reveals the importance of social solidarity and also its fragility' Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth Extinction

2024-2025 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies - E-Book: Passing Nursing School and the NCLEX Exam

Learn proven strategies to prepare for nursing school tests and the NCLEX® exam! 2024-2025 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies: Passing Nursing School and the NCLEX® Exam, 8th Edition provides tools to help you overcome test anxiety, develop strong study skills, and improve test scores. You’ll gain insight into key nursing areas such as clinical judgment, prioritization, leading and managing, communication, and pharmacology. In the book and on the Evolve companion website, 1,200 practice questions represent all question types — including alternate item formats and new test items for the Next Generation NCLEX®. Written by leading NCLEX experts Linda and Angela Silvestri, this essential resource offers the practical tips and realistic practice you need to succeed on any exam! Helpful Tips for the Nursing Student are provided with every practice question to highlight the most important concepts needed for exam success. UNIQUE! Student-to-Student Tips highlight real-life strategies that have helped other students successfully complete nursing school and pass the NCLEX® exam. Focus on test-taking strategies helps you develop essential clinical judgment skills and prepares you to find the correct answer to all types of test questions. Categorization of questions by beginning, intermediate, or advanced level makes this book a useful tool throughout your nursing program. 1,200 practice questions in the book and on the companion Evolve website include detailed rationales and test-taking strategies. Practice question categories on the companion Evolve website include the level of cognitive ability, client needs, integrated process, clinical judgment/cognitive skill, content area, priority concepts, alternate item formats, and strategy. NEW! Additional Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) unfolding case studies and single-episode item types are included on the Evolve companion website, preparing you for the changes to the NCLEX® exam. NEW! NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) updates and new item types are included throughout the book.

250 Cases in Clinical Medicine E-Book: 250 Cases in Clinical Medicine E-Book (MRCP Study Guides)

This unique book presents a wealth of information on common presentations and illnesses, presented as medical case studies. It is useful for exam preparation, as a quick reference guide for working doctors, and as an interesting read for all those interested in medicine. 250 Clinical Cases covers a wide variety of conditions, providing in-depth insights into the most relevant topics, classified by system. Cases are accompanied by common viva voce examination questions as well as more advanced level questions that will help the reader develop a deeper understanding. Now in its sixth edition, the book has been fully updated to reflect current evidence and relevance for working doctors. It will help everyone, from medical students to consultants, to find the hidden clinical gems and historical background they need to achieve true clinical excellence. 250 clinical cases in print – provides a comprehensive overview of all relevant topics Conversational and accessible style – suitable for medical students Based on the latest evidence – provides an ideal quick reference guide ‘Ward round’ type question and answer section - ideal for exam preparation Cases alphabetised by system for easy navigation Easily portable size – fits into any medical bag Self-assessment by system Interesting medical emergency presentations Procedures for the core medical curriculum Topics updated for clinical relevance Multiple choice questions replaced with open answer questions