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Psychosocial Occupational Therapy

2nd Edition
January 2, 2025
Nancy Carson
English
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Develop the psychosocial skills to treat and address the mental health needs of clients in all practice settings! Psychosocial Occupational Therapy, 2nd Edition, uses evidence-based models to demonstrate effective occupational therapy for clients diagnosed with mental health conditions. Clearly and logically organized, the book begins with theories and concepts and follows with in-depth coverage of OT interventions in both individual and group contexts. Case studies and models show how to apply the 4th edition of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) in selecting treatment strategies.

Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine

8th Edition
January 2, 2025
Mary Louise Turgeon
English
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The extremely popular textbook Immunology & Serology in Laboratory Medicine, 8th Edition provides the foundation you need to master the relevant competencies demanded in today’s clinical laboratory. Immunology & Serology helps you gain the knowledge required by medical laboratory technician (MLT) and medical laboratory scientist (MLS) students to achieve excellent scores on national board certification upon graduation and to display entry-level professional competencies for career success. Featuring a straightforward presentation, each chapter in this edition presents state-of-the-art content in subject areas such as Molecular Diagnostics. A problem-based case study approach that stimulates critical thinking makes it easier to integrate the concepts of theory with laboratory procedures that generate diagnostic information in cases of infectious diseases, immune disorders, tumor immunology, and tissue transplantation. Immunology & Serology is a distinctly unique textbook because the author recognizes the importance of robust professional knowledge and the practice guidelines developed by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification Examination Immunology Content Outlines for MLT and MLS certification levels and the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) Professional Body of Knowledge.

Assistive Technologies

6th Edition
January 1, 2025
Janice Miller Polgar + 3 more
English
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Master the assistive strategies you need to make confident clinical decisions and help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities. Based on the Human Activity Assistive Technology (HAAT) model developed by Albert Cook, Sue Hussey, and Janice Polgar, Assistive Technologies: Principles and Practice, 6th Edition, provides detailed coverage of the broad range of devices, services, and practices that comprise assistive technology. This text offers a systematic process for ensuring the effective application of assistive technologies — and focuses on the relationship between the human user and the assisted activity within specific contexts. New to this edition is updated and expanded content on autonomous features of wheelchairs and vehicles, electronic aids to daily living, robotics, sustainability issues related to assistive technology, and much more.

Diagnostic Ultrasound: Musculoskeletal

3rd Edition
December 30, 2024
James F. Griffith
English
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Develop a solid understanding of ultrasound and evolving musculoskeletal ultrasound practices with this multiple award-winning point-of-care reference in the popular Diagnostic Ultrasound series. Written by leading experts in the field, the third edition of Diagnostic Ultrasound: Musculoskeletal offers detailed, clinically oriented coverage of anatomy, techniques, and diagnoses in this complex area. Featuring more than 3,800 images and 100+ online videos, this edition showcases today’s rapidly evolving musculoskeletal ultrasound practice and its expanding applications for everyday clinical use. More than 100 detailed, clinically-oriented chapters provide expert guidance on ultrasound anatomy, technique, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, reporting, and ultrasound-guided interventional procedures for the entire musculoskeletal system.

Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions

8th Edition
December 9, 2024
Tracie Fuqua
English
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Enhance your patient care with this concise, comprehensive guide to diseases and medical conditions! Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions, 8th Edition provides a basic knowledge of hundreds of diseases and disorders commonly seen in healthcare settings. Easy-to-understand, easy-to-use information traces the progression of each disease by body system, from signs and symptoms to diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and patient education. This edition adds new content on respiratory diseases like SARS-CoV-2, the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities, and new drug treatments. From noted Medical Assisting educator Tracie Fuqua, this practical textbook and handbook prepares you for success in the classroom, on board exams, and as a medical assistant or health professional.

Bewegung, Sport und Mind-Body-Intervention

1st Edition
November 13, 2024
Andreas Ströhle + 1 more
German
eBook
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In einer Zeit, in der die Relevanz von körperlicher Aktivität für die physische Gesundheit weithin anerkannt ist, gewinnt die Rolle von Sport und Bewegung auch für die psychische Gesundheit zunehmend an Bedeutung. Dabei werden neben rein körperlichen Maßnahmen vermehrt Interventionen der Mind-Body-Medizin eingesetzt, um auch der Verknüpfung von Körper und Geist gerecht zu werden und den Behandlungserfolg zu optimieren.In Bewegung, Sport und Mind-Body-Intervention werden für die wichtigsten psychiatrischen Störungen und Erkrankungen – u.a. affektive Störungen, Angststörungen, Zwangsstörungen, PTBS, ADHS, neurokognitive Störungen, Essstörungen, Substanzgebrauchsstörungen – klinische und psychiatrische Informationen und Zusammenhänge kompakt, strukturiert und praxisnah dargestellt:Symptomatik, Risikofaktoren, Maßnahmen der Pharmako- und PsychotherapieGegenüberstellung der ICD-10 und ICD-11 DiagnosekriterienStellenwert verschiedener Formen körperlicher und geistiger Aktivität bei der Entstehung, Aufrechterhaltung und Therapie der jeweiligen IndikationWissenschaftliche Evidenz von Studien zur Wirksamkeit von AktivitätPhysiologische Wirkmechanismen sowie psychologische und psychosoziale Prozesse, die für die körperliche und geistige Aktivität relevant sindZahlreiche Anwendungsbeispiele zur Umsetzung von Motivationsmodellen, Fallbeispiele aus der PraxisBeschreibung von störungsspezifischen Besonderheiten bzw. HerausforderungenBedeutung von Aktivität im Nebenwirkungsmanagement, bei der Augmentation von Primärbehandlungen und GesundheitsförderungDieses Buch eignet sichfür alle in der Sport- und Bewegungstherapie Tätigen, Physiotherapeuten und Physiotherapeutinnen, aber auch für Pflegepersonal sowie Ärzte und Ärztinnen für Psychiatrie, Psychotherapie oder psychosomatische Medizin. Kurzum für alle, die mit Menschen mit psychischen Erkrankungen arbeiten oder in deren Therapieauswahl und -strukturierung involviert sind.

Case-Smith's Occupational Therapy for Children and Adolescents

9th Edition
November 1, 2024
Jane Clifford O'Brien + 1 more
English
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Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices

6th Edition
October 18, 2024
Paula R. Howard + 1 more
English
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Master the role of the medical laboratory scientist working in the blood bank and transfusion services! Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices, 6th Edition combines scientific principles with practice tips to engage learners with realistic laboratory experiences. These concepts are delivered through relevant case studies and critical thinking exercises. The text provides an overview of topics including quality and safety, the major blood groups, blood collecting and testing, transfusion reactions, and blood component preparation. Written by Paula Howard and Wyenona “Nonie” Hicks, both experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists and certified as Specialists in Blood Banking (SBB), this text is ideal for students in any Medical Laboratory Science (MLS), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), or Blood Bank Technology (BBT) training program, as well as for practicing laboratory and healthcare professionals who wish to train for work in blood banks and transfusion services.

Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation

5th Edition
October 13, 2024
Kevin K Chui + 3 more
English
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Develop a strong foundation in the field of orthotics and prosthetics! Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation, 5th Edition, is a clear, comprehensive resource for clinically relevant rehabilitation information and application. Divided into three sections, this text gives you a solid understanding of orthotics and prosthetics, clinical applications when working with typical and special populations, and an overview of amputation and prosthetic limbs. This edition has been updated with coverage of the latest technology and materials in the field, as well as the latest research evidence, making it a must-have resource for rehabilitation professionals.

Rééducation en pédiatrie

1st Edition
October 9, 2024
Nicolas Audag + 2 more
French
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