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    • Functional Movement Development Across the Life Span

      • 4th Edition
      • Donna Joy Cech + 1 more
      • English
      Providing a solid foundation in the normal development of functional movement, Functional Movement Development Across the Life Span, 4th Edition helps you recognize and understand typical functional movement in individuals from infancy to older adulthood, providing a framework from which to identify movement disorders and effectively manage patients with abnormal motor function. Divided into three units, this edition describes 1) theoretical frameworks of development, motor control/motor learning, and health/wellness; 2) anatomical and physiological development of the body systems comprising the movement system (muscular, skeletal, cardiopulmonary, nervous, sensory, integumentary, and endocrine); and 3) life span description of the movement functions of posture, balance, locomotion, prehension, and fitness. This edition integrates themes of the movement system, life span development, and health/wellness, providing you with the most current information needed for clinical decision making and to be an effective practitioner. Written by physical therapy experts Donna J. Cech, Suzanne "Tink" Martin, and William Staples, this book provides the evidence-based information and tools needed to understand functional movement and manage patients' functional skills throughout the life span. Dr. Staples brings his expertise in geriatric physical therapy and exercise in aging, enriching content on aging throughout the book.

    • Buck's Step-by-Step Medical Coding, 2024 Edition

      • 1st Edition
      • Elsevier
      • English
      **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Health Information Management**Take your first step toward a successful career in medical coding with guidance from the most trusted name in coding education! The bestselling Buck’s Step-by-Step Medical Coding is a practical, easy-to-use resource that shows you exactly how to code using all current coding sets. To reinforce your understanding, practice exercises follow the explanations of each coding concept. In addition to coverage of reimbursement, ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and inpatient coding, an Evolve website includes 30-day access to TruCode® Encoder Essentials. No other book so thoroughly covers all coding sets!

    • The Endoscopic Oncologist, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 34-1
      • Kenneth J. Chang + 1 more
      • English
      In this issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America, guest editors Drs. Kenneth J. Chang and Jason B. Samarasena bring their considerable expertise to the topic of The Endoscopic Oncologist. The practice of gastrointestinal endoscopy intersects with oncology in many ways, much of it involving pre-cancerous conditions. But the endoscopist’s role in diagnosing, staging, and treating cancer patients is expanding. This issue is devoted to the current and future role of the endoscopic oncologist, with topics such as endoscopic diagnosis of luminal gastrointestinal cancer and extra-luminal cancer; endoscopic resection for early cancer; and more.

    • Psychiatric and Behavioral Emergencies, An Issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 42-1
      • Eileen F. Baker + 1 more
      • English
      In this issue of Emergency Medicine Clinics, guest editors Drs. Eileen F. Baker and Catherine A. Marco bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Psychiatric and Behavioral Emergencies. Top experts cover key topics such as the emergency psychiatric interview; the agitated patient; the suicidal or homicidal patient; excited delirium; substance use disorders; schizophrenia; depression; and more.

    • Hot Topics in Cosmetic Dermatology, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 42-1
      • Hassan Galadari
      • English
      In this issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest editor Dr. Hassan Galadari brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Hot Topics in Cosmetic Dermatology. Top experts cover key topics such as neurotoxin in the lower third of the face; chemical peels in the treatment of melasma; management of under eye darkness and wrinkles; facial overfilled syndrome; the needle vs. cannula debate in soft tissue augmentation; achieving the attractive Asian midface profile with hyaluronic acid-based fillers; and more.

    • Climate Change and Allergy, An Issue of Immunology and Allergy Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 44-1
      • Rosalind Wright + 1 more
      • English
      In this issue of Immunology & Allergy Clinics, guest editors Drs. Rosalind Wright and Jeffrey Demain bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Climate Change and Allergy. Warming temperatures and increasing carbon dioxide from fossil fuels are contributing to more intense allergies. In this issue, top experts discuss the effects of climate change, including its impacts to food, water, and both indoor and outdoor air.

    • Decision Making in Gastroenterology

      • 1st Edition
      • Emad Qayed + 1 more
      • English
      Think systematically and follow a logical sequence throughout the steps of diagnostic decisions with Decision-Making in Gastroenterology. This valuable resource is perfect for gastroenterologists and trainees, as well as ER physicians, internists, family medicine physicians, and other specialists who need to make informed decisions about their patients' care on a day-to-day basis. Practical and easy to use, it’s filled with diagnostic and treatment algorithms that provide easy-to-follow guidance when encountering patients whose clinical presentation is unfamiliar or complex, or whose treatment path is not completely certain. Each point-of-care algorithm represents a common GI or liver disorder or disease, and offers a concise visual representation that clearly guides you through the steps of efficient and effective decision making.

    • Les pathologies en un coup d'oeil pour les infirmiers

      • 3rd Edition
      • Stéphane CORNEC
      • French
      Pour cette nouvelle édition, l’ouvrage passe à 100 pathologies incontournables, classées par ordre alphabétique, et constitue toujours une aide précieuse pour connaître l’essentiel sur les pathologies.Cette troisième édition, revue et mise à jour aborde de nouvelles pathologies, tels le béribéri, l’électrohypersensib... la myofasciite à macrophages, l’ulcère de Buruli et le vitiligo.Chaque pathologie est présentée sous forme de tableaux en vis-à-vis, avec la mise en évidence de mots en caractères gras pour faciliter les révisions des étudiants et son utilisation sur le lieu de stage. En fonction de la pathologie, les rubriques suivantes sont développées : la définition, l’étiologie, les facteurs de risques, les complications, les examens complémentaires, le(s) traitement(s), le rôle IDE.L’ouvrage est complété par un glossaire.Présenté dans un format poche spiralé, il permet une consultation simple, rapide et efficace, et apporte de façon immédiate des réponses aux étudiants et aux professionnels dans leur pratique quotidienne.

    • The Administrative Dental Assistant

      • 6th Edition
      • Linda J. Gaylor
      • English
      Gain the knowledge and skills you need to manage a modern dental practice! The Administrative Dental Assistant, 6th Edition explains how to perform key office tasks such as patient scheduling, inventory control, basic bookkeeping, and records management. Not only does the book guide you through day-to-day office functions, but it helps you master problem-solving skills and learn communication tools and skills as you become an effective member of the healthcare team. Written by respected Dental Assisting educator Linda J. Gaylor, this practical guide also includes online exercises and downloadable Dentrix practice management software for plenty of realistic, hands-on practice.

    • Thyroid and Parathyroid Disease, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 57-1
      • Amy Y. Chen + 1 more
      • English
      In this issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Amy Y. Chen and Michael C. Singer bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Thyroid and Parathyroid Disease. Top experts in the field discuss key topics such as avoiding complications of thyroidectomy: preservation of parathyroid glands; RLN monitoring; RFA for benign nodules and for cancer, too; surgery for secondary hyperparathyroidism; autofluorescence of parathyroid glands; and more.

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