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    • Multiple Myeloma, An Issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 28-5
      • September 11, 2014
      • Kenneth C. Anderson
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America, devoted to Multiple Myeloma, is edited by Dr. Kenneth C. Anderson. Articles in this issue include: Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma; Diagnosis and Risk Stratification in Myeloma; Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Transplant Eligible Patients; Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Transplant Ineligible Patients; Treatment of Relapsed/Refractory Myeloma; Maintenance Therapy; Novel Targeted Therapies; Novel Immune-based Therapies; Allotransplantation in Myeloma; and Waldenstrom’s Macroglobulinemia.

    • Common ENT Disorders in Children, An Issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 47-5
      • September 11, 2014
      • Charles M. Bower
      • English
      • Hardback
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      National health statistics indicate that pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders remain among the primary reasons children visit a physician, with ear infections ranking as the number one reason. From earaches to choking hazards, from nosebleeds to speech irregularities, children can present with a variety of problems that cause concern to parents and caregivers, who want prompt diagnosis and treatment. The presentation of topics in this issue is clinically ppropriate for Otolaryngologists, Pediatricians, Allergy specialists, and Family Physicians. Topics in this issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics include: Hearing screening and hearing loss; Acute otitis media; Chronic adenotonsilitis; Pediatric dysphagia; Lymphadenopathy; Rhinosinusitis; Facial trauma; Sialadenitis; Behavior and otolaryngology; Stridor; Otolaryngologic management of severe neurodevelopmental delay; Pediatric craniofacial problems.

    • Mosby's Orthodontic Review

      • 2nd Edition
      • September 10, 2014
      • Jeryl D. English + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      With a concise, focused review of orthodontic concepts and current clinical information, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical treatment, MOSBY'S ORTHODONTIC REVIEW is the resource you need to achieve the best results for success on competency examinations as well as excellent clinical outcomes. From foundational concepts to more subjective areas of treatment planning and clinical treatment, this book includes a wealth of information from distinguished educators, recent graduates, and practicing professionals to help you prepare for the NBDE, Part II and the ABO written and clinical examinations. In addition, the companion CD-ROM includes six orthodontic cases written in the format required by the ABO for the Initial Clinical Examination to help familiarize you with the required ABO format. "This book can be highly recommended; it is good value for money and gives a comprehensive overview of the subject. The publication is suitable for general dentist with an interest in orthodontics, postgraduate students of the subject as well as specialists." Reviewed by: European Journal of Orthodontics March 2015 "..suitable for general dentist with an interest in orthodontics, postgraduate students of the subject as well as specialists." Reviewed by Stephanie Oiknine on behalf of European Journal of Orthodontics, February 2015" ... this volume for orthodontics is timely." Reviewed by Dr. Niall McGuinness on behalf of Orthodontics, March 2015

    • Advances in Veterinary Oncology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 44-5
      • September 10, 2014
      • Annette N. Smith
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue focuses on new advances in oncology in treating dogs and cats. Topics include: Use of metronomic chemotherapy in veterinary cancer patients, Evidence-based integrative medicine in clinical veterinary oncology, The role of surgery in multimodality cancer therapy for small animals, Cancer screening tests for small animals, Antibiotic use in veterinary oncology patients, Tyrosine kinase inhibitors in veterinary oncology practice, Stereotactic radiosurgery/Advance... in veterinary radiation therapy, Tumor vaccines in veterinary oncology practice, Chemotherapy safety in clinical veterinary oncology, Role of neutering in cancer development, and more!

    • Anatomic Pathology Board Review

      • 2nd Edition
      • September 10, 2014
      • Jay H. Lefkowitch
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Featuring hundreds of multiple-choice questions and full-color illustrations, Anatomic Pathology Board Review serves as a comprehensive resource for both certification and recertification exams. This fully updated medical reference book contains chapters covering general pathology, the major organ systems, and ancillary diagnostic techniques, as well as important topics including immunohistochemistry... cytopathology, and molecular diagnostics. It's the perfect tool to help you be as prepared as possible for the Anatomic Pathology boards!

    • Guide pratique de l'infirmière 2015-2016

      • 4th Edition
      • September 9, 2014
      • Gabriel Perlemuter + 1 more
      • French
      • eBook
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      Cette 4e édition du guide qui a connu un grand succès, met en lien les informations médicales et pharmacologiques dont l'infirmier(e) a besoin en pratique quotidienne dans le cadre de son rôle propre comme de son rôle sur prescription : pathologie, médicaments, surveillance. L'ouvrage a été actualisé, en particulier, les fiches techniques qui sont nombreuses et les fiches pharmacologie. Véritable livre-outil, il offre un classement par spécialités et propose pour chaque pathologie : - Une fiche maladie avec les informations nécessaires sur la maladie et le patient, le bilan (examens biologiques, d'imagerie, etc.), un rappel sur le traitement (chirurgical et médicamenteux) et le pronostic. - Une fiche infirmière avec la conduite à tenir face au patient, en particulier face à son traitement : surveillance du traitement, de son efficacité et des effets secondaires, éducation-conseils au malade. - Une fiche technique détaillant, quand nécessaire, les gestes indispensables correspondant à l'activité de l'infirmier(e). - Une fiche pharmacologie reprenant sous forme de tableau : la classe, la DCI, le nom commercial, le mode de prescription, le prix par conditionnement et par unité, le taux de remboursement. Pour chaque classe, les propriétés, les indications et les contre-indications, les précautions d'emploi et les effets secondaires sont indiqués. Ce « tout en un », très pratique grâce à son format poche, est un guide indispensable au quotidien : en cours, en stage, en ville, en clinique ou à l'hôpital.

    • Personalgewinnung in der Pflege

      • 1st Edition
      • September 9, 2014
      • Maja Roedenbeck-Schäfer
      • German
      • Paperback
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      Die Einrichtungen der Sozial- und Gesundheitswirtschaf... leiden massiv unter Personalmangel. Umso wichtiger ist es, geeignete Mitarbeiter zu gewinnen. Mit diesem Buch erhalten Sie einen Einblick in zeitgemäße Recruitingmaßnahmen, die Ihnen helfen, junge Leute für einen sozialen Beruf und eine Arbeitsstelle in Ihrer Einrichtung zu begeistern. Aus dem Inhalt: Neupositionierung als attraktiver Arbeitgeber Strategien für die Personalgewinnung in sozialen Netzwerken Veranstaltungen: vom Schnuppertag bis zur Berufmesse Arbeits- und Übungsbögen für die praktische Umsetzung, z.B. Entwicklung einer Facebook-Aktion Maja Roedenbeck Schäfer leitet bei der Diakonie Deutschland das mehrfach preisgekrönte Projekt „SOZIALE BERUFE kann nicht jeder", eine Web 2.0-Kampagne zur Nachwuchsgewinnung für die Sozial- und Pflegeberufe, die sich auch in die Offline-Welt hinein fortsetzt. Für ihr Buch „Personalgewinnung in der Pflege" betreibt Maja Roedenbeck Schäfer eine eigene Internetseite: Personalgewinnung-in...

    • Iatrogenic Conditions of the Chest, Abdomen, and Pelvis, An Issue of Radiologic Clinics of North America

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 52-5
      • September 9, 2014
      • Gabriela Gayer
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Guest edited by Drs. Gabriela Gayer and Douglas Katz, this issue of Radiologic Clinics concentrates on iatrogenic conditions of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. Articles include: Treatment of Aortic Aneurysms; Bariatric Surgical Procedures, Repeat Cesarean Deliveries; Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery; Abdominal and Pelvic Viscera; Abdominal, Pelvic Surgical and Post-procedural Foreign Bodies; Thorax; Kidneys, Ureters, and Bladder; Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Stenting, and Intubation; Complications of Optical Colonoscopy; and much more!

    • Electrocardiography of Complex Arrhythmias, An Issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 6-3
      • September 5, 2014
      • Mohammad Shenasa
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics examines electrocardiography of complex arrhythmias. Topics include concealed conduction, right and left atrial macroreentrant tachycardias, focal atrial fachycardias, AV nodal and AV reentrant tachycardia, wide complex tachycardias, ventricular tachycardia in CAD, ECG characteristics of outflow tract VT, fascicular tachycardias, VT in non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy, VT originating from unusual sites, incessant VT and VT storms, ECG characteristics of TdP, VT in ARVC, and ventricular arrhythmia in inherited channelopathies, arrrhythmias in complex congenital heart disease, AV conduction disease and block, electrocardiographic analysis of paced rhythms.

    • Syndromes of the Head and Neck, An Issue of Atlas of the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 22-2
      • September 5, 2014
      • Dean M. DeLuke
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of the Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America serves as an aid to identification of 70 of the more important head and neck syndromes, and organized using the same nosology as in the landmark text of Robert Gorlin. As such, it should be useful to a varied audience, including not only the oral and maxillofacial surgeon but also the oral pathologist, the practitioner of oral medicine, and members of the craniofacial team--the orthodontist, pediatric dentist, speech and language specialist, geneticist, plastic surgeon, ENT specialist, pediatrician, nurse coordinator, and others. Areas covered include: Craniosynostosis Syndromes; Syndromes Affecting Bone; Metabolic and Autoimmune Syndromes; Syndromes Affecting Skin and Mucosa; Hamartoneoplastic Syndromes; Branchial Arch Syndromes; Clefting Syndromes; Syndromes Affecting the Central Nervous System; Chromosomal Syndromes; Syndromes with Unusual Facies; and Syndromes with Unusual Dental Findings or Gingival Components.

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