Get an updated and quick reference for the successful exercise management of 46 chronic diseases and disabilities.The second edition of the landmark text published in 1997 includes eight new conditions and features updated information, current research, and the latest scientific developments to help you-prescribe exercise programming and testing for clients, especially those coping with multiple conditions;-keep informed of the latest developments related to chronic diseases and disabilities;-apply exercise programming in your day-to-day practice;-parlay specific symptoms of a disease or disab... View More...
Advanced Respiratory Therapist Exam Guide prepares readers for every testable subject on both the written registry and clinical simulations portions of the NBRC registry examination - both requirements to be awarded the RRT (registered respiratory therapist) credential. This new edition has been revised to directly tie in with the most recent NBRC examination matrix and content outline. Each chapter includes content review, self-assessment questions, and study hints. In addition, each chapter has NBRC-type review questions with rationales explaining why answers are correct or incorrect. Diffic... View More...
This book combines the theoretical knowledge and psychomotor skills required to perform the required to practice the art and science of respiratory care. Other books only present the psychomotor aspects of a skill or procedure (monkey see monkey do). This is the only text that integrates the theory knowledge and the practical skills in one concise manual. By combining both aspects of procedural performance, indications, contraindications, assessment and outcomes may be more thoroughly emphasized. The inclusion of the American Association for Respiratory Care Clinical Practice Guidelines lends ... View More...
Being There is a collection of photographic portraits of, and interviews with, NYU medical students who volunteered in the New York City Medical Examiner's morgue following 9/11, conducted by Barry Goldstein, and with a foreword by Charles Hirsch, M.D., the Chief Medical Examiner of the City of New York, who ran the massive effort to identify remains.Within 24 hours of the attacks, a complex of tents and refrigerated trucks appeared on 30th St. and 1st Ave, adjacent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner [OCME]. This makeshift compound housed the temporary morgues that would receive human... View More...
An affordable alternative to existing texts, this heavily illustrated book is both a primer and a review for residents and practitioners seeking a detailed overview of whole body CT. Based upon the syllabus of the Mallinckrodt Institute, it is organized by body region and reviews all major disease entities and their CT presentation. While comprehensive, the coverage of each disorder is easily digestible in one sitting enhancing the quick reference value of the book. View More...
This well-illustrated textbook provides a foundation in the basic principles of pathology and familiarizes readers with the radiographic appearances of diseases and injuries that are most likely to be diagnosed with medical imaging. An introductory chapter on pathology introduces the pathologic terms used throughout the book. This chapter also describes the advantages and limitations of six widely-used modalities: ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, single-photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), and positron emission tomography (PET). ... View More...
This new book places increased emphasis on the clinical decision-making process. This state-of-the-art book is complete with thoroughly revised chapters to provide a framework for practice and to include case studies illustrating best practice in terms of measures, objectives for outcomes, and strategies for application.Examines the scientific basis of practice with a wealth of references to current research in each chapter.Describes models for decision making and their application to specific conditions and patients.Reveals how experienced practitioners include family members in the decision ... View More...
Inside you'll find the essential principles of radiation and the technical skills necessary for the safe and effective use of radiation in the dental office. The book serves as both a textbook and training manual by providing comprehensive coverage of basic theory and complete technical instruction. Procedures are presented in a detailed step-by-step format with accompanying illustrations, rationales, and charting notes. Includes a new interactive student CD-ROM.Chapters are short with topics separated into easy-to-digest sections.Content is divided into six parts, covering all necessary aspec... View More...
This best-selling pocket reference in emergency medicine Condenses the essential clinical content from the premier text Emergency Medicine: A Comprehensive Study Guide. Includes color photos of dermatologic and ophthalmic conditions, pharmacologic considerations throughout, and tables of critical differential diagnoses. Packing a remarkable amount of information in a compact format, this handy reference provides an effective distillation of the clinical content from Tintinalli's EMERGENCY MEDICINE, -- the #1 text in the field Charts, tables, and outlines summarize key information for diagnos... View More...
Radiation Biology and Protection is designed to teach radiologic sciences students how and why they can protect their patients and themselves from harmful radiation. The theory of radiation biology and protection is examined in conjunction with how protection procedures are applied in the clinical setting. The book is clearly written in an easy to understand narrative and illustrated with color photographs to facilitate comprehension. This text provides current regulations and recommendations for the radiologic sciences and complies with the educational requirements required of practicing radi... View More...
The Curry/Tempkin text and workbook used together offers the student a firm grounding in normal anatomy and physiology from an ultrasound perspective. This workbook supports and completes the text by providing an excellent introduction to sonography and by preparing students for the pathology they will encounter in other textbooks later in their programs. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.Standardized chapter format makes it easy for students to find information.Detailed line drawings that correspond to text drawings and sonograms... View More...
Existential philosophy provides a useful theoretical foundation for successful hypnotherapy because it stresses the importance of the client's experience over any preconceived notions or diagnoses. By using the client's reality as the basis of clinical work, the therapist can help the client break self-destructive habits and maintain healthy patterns of behavior without relying solely on behavioral techniques. Presenting an innovative approach to psychotherapy that is firmly rooted in philosophy, Existential Hypnotherapy bridges the gap between technique and theory. Addressing theoretical them... View More...
To lead effective groups, occupational therapists must develop the skills of group facilitation, design group experiences using different frames of reference, and adapt group interventions to a broad range of client populations. A core text for over 12 years, this revised third edition of Group Dynamics in Occupational Therapy incorporates the AOTA's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework and provides an updated perspective on the design and use of groups in emerging practice areas. Marilyn B. Cole explains how group activities can serve the needs of clients with similar physical disabilities... View More...
Logically blending regional and systemic coverage of anatomy, this classic resource integrates material for a complete overview of the subject. An easy-to-read narrative style combines with numerous quick-reference tables and clear illustrations to support the text. Functional and clinical information is correlated with anatomical material in Functional/Clinical Notes boxes that offer analyses of everyday activities and associated movements, information on nerve lesions, and study questions and exercises. While focusing primarily on the musculoskeletal system of the limbs and back, this text a... View More...
"Into the Breach" is the true story of paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and heavy-rescue specialists fighting to control trauma and medical emergencies in one of America's toughest and most violent cities: Newark, New Jersey. A riveting account that hauls readers on a first-hand tour of street medicine today, Into the Breach shows what really happens inside an ambulance and some of the diverse and bizarre places EMS workers tread. Through authentic accounts, every facet of emergency care is on display-from the first 911 call to patient discharge or death, including an exclusive look ... View More...
Presents in a clear and logical fashion the basic theory of joint stru cture and muscle action necessary to understand both normal and pathol ogic function. View More...
Management Skills for the Occupational Therapy Assistant is a unique and comprehensive new text on management specifically written for the occupational therapy assistant. One of the only texts on this emerging topic in OTA, the student and practitioner alike will find this text beneficial to the learning process faced by students as they prepare for this step in their education and careers. The text's chapters cover important areas of skills such as communication, ethics, reimbursement, and managing change. To assist the reader with integrating the material presented, a section called "Skills... View More...
A guide for physical therapy students and practitioners to techniques of application of the various physical agents. It briefly summarizes the physics of production and the physiological effects of each agent, giving step-by-step instructions on how to use equipment. View More...
