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Books in Health professions

Elsevier Health Professions titles offer everything you need to launch a career in a variety of professions - from educational resources for student learning to reference titles to support everyday practice. Complete curriculum solutions support educational programs in clinical laboratory sciences, dental assisting and hygiene, massage therapy, medical assisting and billing & coding, occupational therapy, pharmacy technology, physical therapy and rehabilitation, radiologic technology, respiratory care, sonography, speech therapy, surgical technology, and veterinary assisting and technology. Content on anatomy & physiology, basic science, medical terminology, law and ethics, documentation, job readiness, and more is supplemented by program-specific titles and review and testing solutions for classroom and certification exams, making Elsevier your destination for healthcare careers.

    • An Introduction to Medical Terminology for Health Care

      • 5th Edition
      • February 17, 2016
      • Andrew Hutton
      • English
      • Paperback
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      An Introduction to Medical Terminology for Health Care is designed to introduce medical terms to readers who have little or no prior knowledge of the language of medicine. The latest edition of this hugely popular volume retains its effective approach to learning medical terminology by breaking words into their component parts and applying knowledge through exercises and examples from patient care. Throughout the book, information is organised into friendly, accessible, learning modules which are presented in a helpful, template format. Abundant fill-in exercises and helpful diagrams also aid the process of analysing and learning medical terms. In this latest fifth edition, Andy Hutton has brought the book completely up-to-date by with the addition of new exercises and more information on common pathological conditions, medical procedures and laboratory tests. Each unit now includes a comprehensive list of associated words that are often used in combination with specific medical terms in patient records and medical publications. An Introduction to Medical Terminology for Health Care is suitable for medical secretaries and clerical staff – particularly those on AMSPAR courses, foundation level nursing and allied health students, CMA (AAMA) candidates and anyone undertaking the SQA National Progression Award in administration for medical receptionists and secretaries.
    • Joint Mobilization/Manipulation

      • 3rd Edition
      • February 5, 2016
      • Susan L. Edmond
      • English
      • Spiral-bound
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      Clear, step-by-step guidelines show how to perform Physical Therapy procedures! Joint Mobilization/Manipul... Extremity and Spinal Techniques, 3rd Edition is your go-to resource for evidence-based Interventions treating conditions of the spine and extremities. New full-color photos and illustrations show detail with added realism, and 192 online videos demonstrate the major techniques described in the book. Written by rehabilitation and movement sciences educator Susan Edmond, this text provides current, complete information ranging from the principles of examination and evaluation to making effective manual therapy interventions.
    • Prüfungstraining Notfallmedizin für Heilpraktiker

      • 1st Edition
      • January 18, 2016
      • Barbara Anna Schüller + 1 more
      • German
      • Paperback
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      Einen Notfall nicht zu erkennen oder die Symptomatik falsch einzuschätzen, kann dramatische Folgen haben und bedeutet in der mündlichen Prüfung ''nicht bestanden''. Mit dem Prüfungstraining Notfallmedizin erhalten Sie alle Infos zu Sofortmaßnahmen sowie konkretes Prüfungswissen zu rund 120 Notfällen. Der Aufbau folgt einheitlich dem Akronym R-E-S-C-U-E (Notfall). Richtiges Einschätzen der Situation Emergency Call (Notruf) Stabile Vitalfunktionen sichern Corpus (lat. Körper) lagern, Notfall-Lagerung Unter Beobachtung (fortlaufende Überwachung der Vitalfunktionen) Erstversorgung (Venöser Zugang, Infusion, Beruhigung etc.) Das Schema ist leicht zu merken und hilft Notfälle sicher zu erkennen, die richtigen Maßnahmen zu ergreifen und die Prüfung zu bestehen.
    • Workbook for Health Careers Today

      • 6th Edition
      • December 31, 2015
      • Judith Gerdin
      • English
      • eBook
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      Reinforce your understanding of health care skills and careers with practical exercises! Corresponding to the chapters in Health Careers Today, 6th Edition by Judith Gerdin, this workbook includes fun and engaging activities to support important concepts. With vocabulary and abbreviations exercises, concept applications, laboratory exercises, coloring and labeling, online activities, and more, Workbook for Health Careers Today is an excellent tool for mastering textbook material and preparing for exams.
    • Managing Pediatric Foot and Ankle Deformity, An issue of Foot and Ankle Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 20-4
      • December 29, 2015
      • Alice Chu
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Clubfoot is a deformity in which an infant's foot is turned inward so that the bottom of the foot faces sideways or even upward. Approximately one infant in every 1,000 live births will have clubfoot, making it one of the more common congenital (present at birth) foot deformities. If a child's clubfoot is not treated, the foot will remain deformed, and he or she will not be able to walk normally.
    • Kinesiology

      • 3rd Edition
      • December 28, 2015
      • David Paul Greene + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Enhance your OT skills with the only book to focus on activity demands of occupation and the biomechanics of sensory organs! Greene and Roberts’ Kinesiology: Movement in the Context of Activity, 3rd Edition uses a comprehensive, client-centered approach to occupational therapy, including sensory-motor performance skills and socio-cultural contexts related to solving a clinical problem. It covers kinesiologic and biomechanical principles, and shows techniques for producing positive outcomes when clients face challenging activity demands in all areas of occupation. Written by OTs for OTs, this reference helps you learn how to treat clinical diagnoses as personal experiences encountered in real-life situations.
    • Clinical Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • December 17, 2015
      • Donna Larson
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Gain a clear understanding of pathophysiology and lab testing! Clinical Chemistry: Fundamentals and Laboratory Techniques prepares you for success as a medical lab technician by simplifying complex chemistry concepts and lab essentials including immunoassays, molecular diagnostics, and quality control. A pathophysiologic approach covers diseases that are commonly diagnosed through chemical tests — broken down by body system and category — such as respiratory, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular conditions. Written by clinical chemistry educator Donna Larson and a team of expert contributors, this full-color book is ideal for readers who may have minimal knowledge of chemistry and are learning laboratory science for the first time.
    • Tendon Repairs and Transfers for the Foot and Ankle, An Issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 33-1
      • December 7, 2015
      • Christopher Reeves
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue, articles will include: Tendon transfers for the acute Achilles Tendon rupture and chronic Achilles Tendon pathology, Tendon transfers and salvaging options for Hallux Varus Deformities, Peroneal tendon transfers and rupture repairs, Principles and Biomechanical considerations of tendon transfers, Youngs Tenosuspension and many more!
    • The Clinician's Handbook of Natural Medicine

      • 3rd Edition
      • December 7, 2015
      • Joseph E. Pizzorno + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Get instant, easy access to the natural medicine expertise you need with The Clinician’s Handbook of Natural Medicine, 3rd Edition. Written by leading authorities in complementary and integrative medicine, this portable handbook offers clear and rational directives on diagnosing and treating 80 diseases and disorders with natural medicine. Inside the pages you’ll find concise summaries of diagnostic procedures, general considerations, therapeutic considerations, and therapeutic approaches for each condition, as well as naturopathic treatment methods like dietary changes, physical therapy advice, exercise modifications, and recommended supplements and botanical medicines. Based on Pizzorno's trusted Textbook of Natural Medicine, 4th Edition and the most current evidence available, it's your key to accessing reliable, natural diagnosis and treatment options in any setting.
    • Health Careers Today

      • 6th Edition
      • December 4, 2015
      • Judith Gerdin
      • English
      • eBook
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      Find the health career that’s right for you! Health Careers Today, 6th Edition offers a practical overview to help you make an informed decision in choosing a profession. Not only does this book discuss the roles and responsibilities of various occupations, it provides a solid foundation in the skills that each health career requires. Clear explanations of anatomy and physiology provide essential knowledge of the human body and show how A&P applies to different careers. From experienced educator Judith Gerdin, this edition adds three new chapters, and an Evolve companion website includes new health career videos, animations, exercises, and more.