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  • Pharmacology for Nurses, 3e

    • 3rd Edition
    • Tara V. Shanbhag + 2 more
    • English
    The third edition of this book is completely updated in accordance with the revised Indian Nursing Council (INC) curriculum applicable for Semesters III and IV. It is designed to enable students to acquire understanding of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, principles of therapeutics, and nursing implications. The book specifies the role of nurses in monitoring and caring for patients under different conditions. Ideal for BSc nursing students, but also useful for pharmacy students and practicing nurses in hospitals
  • L'intégrale. Stages IFSI

    en 15 spécialités
    • 4th Edition
    • Laurent Sabbah
    • French
    Près de 600 fiches synthétiques actualisées réunies dans un seul ouvrage pratique, idéal pour réviser avant une évaluation, à l’occasion d’un stage ou d’un changement de service. La première partie fournit, pour chacune des spécialités, des « Conseils IDE », puis les parties suivantes déroulent les 15 spécialités, classées par ordre alphabétique avec :• les pathologies et syndromes prévalents dans la spécialité,assortis d’un encadré qui détaille la conduite à tenir de l’IDE ;• les examens complémentaires s’y rapportant ;• les médicaments les plus couramment prescrits.Cette nouvelle édition a été entièrement révisée et actualisée pour plus d’efficacité.
  • Communication in Paramedic Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Gjyn O'Toole
    • English
    The ability to communicate well is the single most important skill for a paramedic. But, despite an emphasis on communication in paramedicine assessment and standards, there has never been a resource specifically tailored to the unique environments in which paramedics practise.This new book fills that gap. Communication in Paramedic Practice is designed as a primer on the importance for paramedics of communicating well, and how to achieve this in real life. It encourages self-reflection on your own communication style, and covers important considerations such as listening, managing distress, being culturally responsive and non-verbal communication.Writte... by experts in this field, and full of relevant examples and opportunities to practise, this book will help you communicate comfortably and confidently for better patient outcomes, increased workplace safety and more efficient transfer of information
  • Study Guide for Maternity & Women's Health Care

    • 13th Edition
    • Deitra Leonard Lowdermilk + 4 more
    • English
    Corresponding to the chapters in the 13th edition of Lowdermilk's market-leading Maternity and Women's Health Care, this study guide offers a complete review of content and a wide range of activities to help you understand key nursing concepts and apply your knowledge. It includes clinical judgment exercises and cases for the Next Generation NCLEX®, multiple-choice and matching questions, and more. Answers are included in the back of the book.
  • Vascular and Endovascular Surgery

    A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice
    • 7th Edition
    • Ian Loftus + 1 more
    • English
    Vascular and Endovascular Surgery provides a short, up-to-date and practical reference guide for surgical trainees and established consultants needing a refresher.The seventh edition has been edited and fully revised by respected experts in their fields, and provides a full list of current references and relevant resources. It presents the main clinical updates from recent years in this evolving specialty, including new clinical trial data for aneurysm repair, lower limb revascularisation and venous interventions.This volume is part of the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series, the pre-eminent reference for trainees in general surgery and those preparing for the FRCS examinations. Each volume summarises key issues within each surgical sub-specialty and provides evidence-based recommendations to support practice.
  • Colorectal Surgery

    A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice
    • 7th Edition
    • Sue Clark + 1 more
    • English
    Colorectal Surgery provides a short, up-to-date and practical reference guide for surgical trainees and established consultants needing a refresher. The seventh edition has been edited and fully revised by respected experts in their fields, and provides a full list of current references and relevant resources. It includes recent developments in colorectal surgery, including changes to colorectal cancer screening, multimodal therapy for rectal cancer and changes to the terminology and management of anal neoplasia. Several new authors and co-authors have joined the expert team. This volume is part of the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series, the pre-eminent reference for trainees in general surgery and those preparing for the FRCS examinations. Each volume summarises key issues within each surgical sub-specialty and provides evidence-based recommendations to support practice.
  • Equine Colic, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 39-2
    • Louise L. Southwood
    • English
    In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic.
  • Principles and Practice of Robotic Surgery

    • 1st Edition
    • Tony Costello
    • English
    Robot-assisted surgery, soon to be incorporated into most surgical disciplines, can reduce postoperative complications by up to 50%, and has been shown to result in reduced blood loss, earlier hospital discharge, and faster return to normal activity for the patient. Edited by master surgeon Tony Costello, and with contributions from the world’s best and most experienced robotic surgeons worldwide, Principles and Practice of Robotic Surgery is an up-to-date, all-in-one reference that provides step-by-step instruction for practicing surgeons and those who are entering robotic surgery training. This first-of-its-kind text discusses new technologies and their application in each surgical subspecialty, with hundreds of outstanding illustrations and high-quality videos—making this an ideal resource for the entire OR team.
  • PflegeWissen Prophylaxen in der Pflege

    Für Pflegeberufe
    • 4th Edition
    • Susanne Lunk
    • German
    Ideal für die kompetente und patientennahe Pflege, nicht nur für Fachkräfte, sondern auch für alle, die privat oder als Alltagsbetreuer mit dem Thema Prophylaxe in der Pflege in Berührung kommen. Pflegewissen zeigt Ihnen, was zu tun ist. Aktuell, wissenschaftlich fundiert und anschaulich! Alles Wichtige zu Krankheitsbildern, die durch Vorbeugen verhindert werden können, zum Beispiel Aspiration, Dehydration oder Dekubitus Klare Gliederung der Kapitel nach Entstehung, klinischms Erscheinungsbild, Risikofaktoren, Folgen und möglichen prophylaktischne Maßnahmen Zahlreichen Abbildungen, Tabellen, Lese- und Surftipps Wichtige Informationen in Kästen hervorgehoben Neu in der 4. Auflage Neue Kapitel zur Selbstfürsorge und zur Prophylaxe von Blutzuckerentgleisun... Gewalt, Immobilität, Stuhlinkontinenz Kapitel zu Essstörungen um Adipositas und Kachexie erweitert Jetzt berücksichtigt: der neue Expertenstandard zur Förderung der Mundgesundheit Expertenstandard zum Schmerzmanagement kürzlich aktualisierter Expertenstandard zur Sturzprophylaxe Das Buch eignet sich für: Gesundheits- und Krankenpfleger*innen Pflege-Auszubildende Altenpfleger*innen