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

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 44-1
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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.
  • The Endoscopic Oncologist, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 34-1
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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.
  • The Administrative Dental Assistant

    • 6th Edition
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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.
  • Hot Topics in Cosmetic Dermatology, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 42-1
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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.
  • Les pathologies en un coup d'oeil pour les infirmiers

    • 3rd Edition
    • November 17, 2023
    • 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.
  • Prostate Imaging, An Issue of Radiologic Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 62-1
    • November 16, 2023
    • Nicola Schieda + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Radiologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Nicola Schieda and Andrei Purysko bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Prostate Imaging. Worldwide, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer diagnosed in males, and MRI scans can give doctors a very clear picture of the prostate and nearby areas. In this issue, top experts discuss key topics such as a contemporary approach to prostate imaging and data reporting system score 3 lesions; the expanding role of MRI and use of PRECISE criteria in the active surveillance of prostate cancer; MRI-guided prostate cancer therapies; and more.
  • Everyday Ethics in the Clinical Practice of Pediatrics and Young Adult Medicine, An Issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 71-1
    • November 16, 2023
    • Margaret R Moon
    • English
    In this issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Margaret R. Moon brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Everyday Ethics in the Clinical Practice of Pediatrics and Young Adult Medicine. Conflicting moral obligations abound in pediatric medicine; competence in identifying and managing ethical concerns is integral to competence in pediatrics. Because most of pediatric care occurs in the outpatient setting, ethical issues arise often in routine clinical practice. This first-ever issue is devoted to medical ethics for the pediatrician, keeping in mind the rights and obligations of the physician, patient, and parent, as well as an understanding of widely accepted principles of medical ethics.
  • Thyroid and Parathyroid Disease, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 57-1
    • November 16, 2023
    • 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.
  • Cardiovascular Intensive Care, An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 40-1
    • November 16, 2023
    • Steven Hollenberg + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Critical Care Clinics, guest editors Drs. Steven Hollenberg and José L. Diaz-Gomez bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Cardiovascular Intensive Care. Top experts cover key topics such as hemodynamic monitoring in the cardiac ICU; the role of ultrasound in the cardiac ICU; cardiogenic shock; management of patients after cardiac arrest; temporary mechanical circulatory support; and more.