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  • Loneliness and Social Isolation in the Care of the Older Adult, An Issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 41-3
    • Ashwin Kotwal + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine, guest editors Drs. Thomas K.M. Cudjoe and Ashwin Kotwal bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Loneliness and Social Isolation in the Care of the Older Adult. Top experts in the field discuss screening practices, strategies, and resources to assist in clinical care, as well as social determinants of health and cultural considerations of isolation.

  • The Human Body in Health and Illness

    • 8th Edition
    • Barbara Herlihy
    • English
    Colorful cartoons, engaging learning aids, and an easy-to-read approach make it enjoyable to learn A&P! Herlihy’s The Human Body in Health and Illness, 8th Edition introduces you to the anatomy and physiology concepts needed for effective clinical practice. Organized by body systems, this text simplifies the often-intimidating subject of A&P with clear, step-by-step explanations, hundreds of full-color drawings, fascinating anecdotes, relevant clinical examples, and vivid online animations. It illustrates how each organ system is designed to function — and what happens when a system fails.

  • IgE-Mediated Food Allergies, An Issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 45-3
    • Bruce J. Lanser
    • English
    In this issue of Immunology & Allergy Clinics, guest editor Dr. Bruce Lanser brings his considerable expertise to the topic of IgE-Mediated Food Allergy. Top experts provide a current and comprehensive understanding of the state of IgE mediated food allergy in children and adolescents, including diagnosis, management, and treatment, with special focus on the unique approach to caring for infants, allergy to certain foods/groups, and the school setting.

  • Building a Medical Vocabulary

    with Spanish Translations
    • 12th Edition
    • Elsevier
    • English
    Quickly learn essential medical terminology! Both engaging and interactive, Building a Medical Vocabulary, Twelfth Edition, introduces a step-by-step approach to effective communication in the healthcare environment. This text brilliantly intersperses traditional narrative and a variety of learning exercises with a programmed approach that gives you immediate feedback. Ideal for both the classroom setting or for self-study, it provides you with the building blocks to successfully communicate with other members of the healthcare team. Games, exercises, and additional resources on the companion Evolve website help reinforce learning. Spanish language translations for anatomy, diagnostic, pathology, and therapeutic terms are included, which is very useful in today’s multilingual healthcare settings.

  • Enfermedad vascular cerebral en jóvenes

    • 1st Edition
    • Fernando Barinagarrementeria Aldatz + 1 more
    • Spanish
    Enfermedad vascular cerebral en jóvenes constituye una contribución inédita en lengua española sobre un tema tan específico como trascendente: la enfermedad vascular cerebral (EVC) en la población joven, escrita por autores internacionales líderes en los diferentes aspectos de este complejo tema. En las últimas décadas, la EVC en jóvenes ha dejado de ser una rareza clínica para convertirse en un problema creciente, con implicaciones significativas por lo que hace a su diagnóstico y manejo. El adecuado abordaje clínico y tecnológico es indispensable para la solución de esta compleja patología, y este título ofrece las herramientas necesarias para su estudio. La presente obra proporciona una revisión exhaustiva de los diferentes aspectos de la enfermedad, abordando su incidencia y factores de riesgo, tanto clásicos como nuevos. También se revisan las diferentes etiologías, y se proporciona un marco para la toma de decisiones clínicas y el manejo de los trastornos cerebrovasculares tanto frecuentes como infrecuentes en esta población.

  • Advancements in Personalized Digital Oral Surgery, An Issue of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 37-3
    • Neha Sharma + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics, guest editors Drs. Neha Sharma and Florian M. Thieringer bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Advancements in Personalized Digital Oral Surgery. Top experts in the field discuss technologies such as CAD/CAM, 3D printing, robotic surgery, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence, as well as clinical areas such as the temporomandibular joint, the orbit, implants, mandibular and maxillary reconstruction, and orthognathics.

  • Updates in Geriatric Urology, An Issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 41-2
    • Tomas L. Griebling
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Geriatric Medicine, guest editor Dr. Tomas L. Griebling brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Updates in Geriatric Urology. Top experts in the field discuss overactive bladder medications in geriatrics; testosterone replacement therapy for hypogonadism in older men; new paradigms for bladder cancer management in geriatrics; active surveillance for prostate cancer in older men; hospice and end-of-life care considerations; and more.

  • Daniels y Worthingham. Técnicas de balance muscular

    • 11th Edition
    • Marybeth Brown + 1 more
    • Spanish
    Este manual práctico sobre la evaluación de la fuerza y la función musculares, exhaustivamente revisado, tiene por objetivo ayudar al estudiante a conocer y dominar los métodos de exploración muscular manual y de valoración funcional. Presenta instrucciones claras e ilustradas que sirven de guía para realizar procedimientos musculares manuales fiables y válidos. Las pruebas funcionales y de rendimiento proporcionan vías alternativas para medir la fuerza en adultos de todas las edades y en pacientes con discapacidad funcional. Contiene más de 500 ilustraciones que muestran con precisión las secuencias de las pruebas, la anatomía y la inervación musculares. Asimismo, incorpora contenido sobre el dinamómetro y los datos de la dinamometría muscular, que describe el uso de esta técnica e incluye los métodos y los resultados de la prueba para cada músculo. Incluye el acceso al libro electrónico en inglés, con vídeos y contenido adicional. Este recurso permite realizar búsquedas en el texto, las figuras y las referencias bibliográficas, personalizar el contenido, crear notas y destacados, y reproducir el texto en formato audio, desde diversos dispositivos.

  • Rubber Materials

    Fundamentals, Sustainability, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Marianella Hernández Santana + 1 more
    • English
    Rubber Materials: Fundamentals, Sustainability, and Applications provides a fresh perspective on the potential of rubber materials in the 21st century when our global society faces unprecedented challenges related to resource consumption, waste management, and environmental impact. The book begins with an overview of the foundation of rubber science, covering fundamental principles, recent advancements, and future challenges. Sections discuss sustainability aspects and emerging trends within elastomer science and technology, all within the context of the 7Rs of the circular economy. Finally, the book presents advanced sustainable applications of rubber materials in diverse fields, including robotics, healthcare, energy, and more.This book serves as a valuable reference to materials scientists, industrial and academic researchers, and R&D professionals seeking to explore sustainable solutions in the realm of rubbers and elastomers, including their green applications.

  • Electrochemical Sensors and Biosensors

    Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science (GSPCEES)
    • 1st Edition
    • Jorddy Neves Cruz + 3 more
    • English
    Electrochemical Sensors and Biosensors: Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science (GSPCEES) provides the latest developments in electrochemical sensors and biosensors for compound identification. The book covers the principles, applications, and latest advancements in the field, and provides information on the design, development, and optimization of sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors and biosensors for compound identification. It includes detailed discussions on underlying principles, practical guidance on the selection of materials, fabrication techniques, and sensing and signal transduction strategies as well as key topics such as sensor integration, miniaturization, and commercialization.Th... is an indispensable resource for researchers, scientists, and students working in the field of electrochemical sensors and biosensors, as well as professionals in industry and government agencies involved in chemical and environmental monitoring.

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