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  • Pearls and Pitfalls in Thoracic Disease Imaging, An Issue of Radiologic Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 63-4
    • Mylene T. Truong + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Radiologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Mylene T. Truong and Girish S. Shroff bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Pearls and Pitfalls in Thoracic Disease Imaging. Top experts provide insights on interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, subsolid lung nodules, mediastinal masses, and the aorta. Additional articles cover LungRADS, CAD-RADS, PET/CT pitfalls, and imaging of post-surgical complications of lung cancer.
  • Zahnmedizinische Prophylaxe

    Lehrbuch und Praxisleitfaden
    • 6th Edition
    • Jean-Francois Roulet + 2 more
    • German
    Zahnmedizinische Prophylaxe – das Standardwerk für Ausbildung und Praxis, für Prophylaxeassistenti... zahnmedizinische Fachangestellte, Dentalhygienikerinne... und Studierende der Zahnmedizin.Prophyla... ist einer der Grundbausteine der Behandlung von Patientinnen und Patienten in der modernen Zahnmedizin. Diese wird nicht nur von Prophylaxeassistente... durchgeführt, sondern ist auch Bestandteil der täglichen Arbeit von zahnmedizinischen Fachangestellten, Dentalhygienikern und Zahnärzten.In Zahnmedizinische Prophylaxe finden Sie alle relevanten Inhalte basierend auf der Fortbildung der Bundeszahnärztekamme... zum Prophylaxeassistente... und Histologie der Mundhöhle und der ZähneZusammensetzung SpeichelsZahnbelägeE... der Zähne, des Zahnhalteapparates und der MundschleimhautErnäh... der ProphylaxePsychologi... in der ZahnarztpraxisFinanz... Aspekte der Individualprophylaxe... noch vieles mehrBasierend auf den drei Säulen der Prophylaxe Reinigung, Ernährung und Fluorid werden alle relevanten Inhalte klar und einprägsam vermittelt und mit vielen Bildern untermalt.Neu in der 6. Auflage:Prophylaxe von Senioren und Patienten mit Behinderungen und PflegebedarfChecklis... zum Ablauf einer ProphylaxesitzungFin... Aspekte der Individualprophylaxe... Abbildungen und SchemataMit Beiträgen von: Prof. Dr. med. dent. Claudia R. Barthel-Zimmer, Prof. Dr. med. dent. Werner Birglechner, Dr. med. dent Susanne Fath M.Sc., Prof. (apl) Dr. med. dent. Cornelia Frese, Christian Henrici, Prof. Dr. med. dent. Jochen Jackowski, Prof. em. Dr. med. dent., Dipl. Chem. Ing. ETH Adrian Lussi, Petra Natter B.A., Lea Marlisa Neuhaus, Dr. rer. medic. Tim Oehler, Prof. Dr. med. dent., Dr. h.c. Ralf J. Radlanski, Prof. Prof. h.c. med. dent., Dr. h.c. Jean-Francois Roulet, Dr. rer. biol. hum., Dipl.-Psych. Thomas Schneller, PD Dr. sc. nat. Felix Scholkmann, Prof. Dr. med. dent. Rainer Seemann (MBA), Birgit Tünsmann, Prof. Dr. med. dent. Johann Wölber, Prof. Dr. med. dent. Stefan Zimmer
  • Mechanisms and Management of Pain for the Physical Therapist

    • 3rd Edition
    • Kathleen A. Sluka
    • English
    Deepen your knowledge of the mechanisms of pain and redefine your approach to pain management with this essential resource! Mechanisms and Management of Pain for the Physical Therapist, Third Edition, is the only textbook that addresses the growing significance of rehabilitation and non-pharmaceutical treatments in pain care. Dr. Kathleen Sluka leads a team of more than 20 international contributors in providing a practical, evidence-based framework for understanding pain mechanisms and management using a multidisciplinary approach. Completely updated content covers the basics of pain neurobiology and reviews evidence on the mechanisms of action of physical therapy treatments, as well as their clinical effectiveness in specific pain syndromes. This edition features new chapters on chronic pain predictors, psychological interventions, and managing pain in special populations, ensuring you are equipped with the latest advancements in the field.
  • Cardiothoracic Anesthesia and Critical Care, An issue of Anethesiology Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 43-2
    • Karsten Bartels + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Anesthesiology Clinics, guest editors Drs. Karsten Bartels and Stefan Dieleman bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Cardiothoracic Anesthesia and Critical Care. Top experts discuss topics such as anesthetic management for endovascular repair of the thoracic aorta; modulating perioperative ventricular excitability; ethical considerations for mechanical support; prevention of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury; and more.
  • Neonatal Neurocritical Care, An Issue of Clinics in Perinatology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 52-2
    • Andrea C. Pardo + 2 more
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Perinatology, guest editors Drs. Andrea C. Pardo, Niranjana Natarajan, and Laura Vernon bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Neonatal Neurocritical Care. Top experts focus on “must know” topics in neonatal neurocritical care for neonatologists practicing in all levels of complexity. The issue covers high-yield topics including current advances in the field, a glimpse into what is coming down the road and considerations for practice of neonatal neurocritical care around the world.
  • Elsevier’s Case Study Practice Review for the Next Generation NCLEX (NGN)

    • 1st Edition
    • Kara Sealock
    • English
    Use case studies and practice exams to prepare for the Next Generation NCLEX-RN®! Designed for nursing students, Elsevier’s Case Study Practice Review for the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) provides step-by-step advice and concrete methods to solving case studies and targeted questions that help you build critical thinking and clinical judgement skills. A combined total of 130 stand-alone and unfolding case studies are offered in the book and its Evolve website, with rationales for correct and incorrect answers, the clinical judgement skill being tested, and Elsevier text references for further learning. Written by noted educator Kara Sealock, this review ensures that you are ready for success on the NGN and in your nursing career.
  • Demystifying and Preparing for Advanced Practice

    A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
    • 1st Edition
    • Jonathan Thomas + 4 more
    • English
    With advanced practice set to transform health service delivery, Demystifying and Preparing for Advanced Practice is the first comprehensive resource that covers all the requirements of the advanced practice qualification, across all health professions and in all settings.Written by expert authors from across the UK, the book explores the four central pillars under which Advanced Practitioners are required to operate: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. It will help the reader understand their role, prepare for and pass their assessments, and go on to practise autonomously.This book is an indispensable guide for all those undertaking their Master’s qualification, and is ideal for both aspiring and student Advanced Practitioners.The first book in a new series of titles, Demystifying Advanced Practice, which will make accessible all aspects of advanced practice for the benefit of students and aspiring students, practitioners, educators, researchers, managers and leaders.
  • Updates on Human Factors and Technology in the ICU, An Issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 37-2
    • Shu-Fen Wung
    • English
    In this issue of Critical Care Nursing Clinics, guest editor Shu-Fen Wung brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Updates on Human Factors and Technology in the ICU. Real-world human interaction and technology and devices are at the heart of care for patients in the intensive care unit. Nurses must address proper instruction, user-technology hazards, and improved nurse-technology interfaces in order to ensure optimal patient care and safety. This issue addresses these matters with articles ranging from intravenous smart pumps, to digital technology to promote family engagement, to technology to reduce pressure injuries, and many more.
  • Advances in Clinical Toxicology Testing, An Issue of the Clinics in Laboratory Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 45-2
    • Joe M El-Khoury
    • English
    In this issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest editor Dr. Joe El-Khoury brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Advances in Clinical Toxicology Testing. Top experts discuss significant technological advances for the purposes of toxicological analysis and how readers can incorporate this new knowledge and innovative tools into their clinical practice.
  • Psychiatric Genomics: Recent Advances and Clinical Implications, An Issue of Psychiatric Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 48-2
    • James J. Crowley
    • English
    In this issue of Psychiatric Clinics, guest editor Dr. James J. Crowley brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Psychiatric Genomics: Recent Advances and Clinical Implications. Top experts discuss recent advances and clinical implications of psychiatric genomics, providing a better understanding of what causes psychiatric disorders and how to use that knowledge to improve treatment for patients. Articles discuss a variety of disorders, such as OCD, autism, PTSD, and more.