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    • Handbook of Anesthesia

      • 5th Edition
      • January 16, 2013
      • John J. Nagelhout + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Small enough to keep with you on the job, this well organized and fully updated reference created just for nurse anesthetists helps you find important information quickly. Descriptions of surgical procedures include patient monitoring and assessments that happen before, during, and after. Drugs are listed by generic name, and information on trade names, dosages, indications, adverse effects and more is provided with each. Disease descriptions include key lab results, clinical manifestations, and anesthesia implications. Together, these supply you with what you need to provide the best care for your patients. "...The jobbing anaesthetist can open it at any page, and find something of interest"Reviewed by: C. J. R. Parker on behalf of the British Journal of Anaesthesia, Nov 2014

    • Leitfaden Tuina

      • 3rd Edition
      • January 15, 2013
      • Chaling Han
      • German
      • Hardback
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      Tuina - Massagetechniken und TherapieverfahrenWie lassen sich Tuina-Massagepunkte am besten lokalisieren? Welche Tuina-Technik ist die richtige? Dieser bewährte Leitfaden führt Sie kompetent ins Thema ein! - alle Techniken und Manipulationsformen systematisch dargestellt - Kombination der Grundtechniken in Bausteinen für die verschiedenen Körperregionen Tuina lernen und anwendenTuina, eine der fünf Säulen der chinesischen Medizin, verbindet Massagetechniken, Akupressur und manuelle Therapieverfahren nach den Prinzipien der TCM. Die Autorin Dr. Han Chaling entstammt einer alten Arztdynastie und greift auf 25 Jahre praktische Erfahrung zurück. Im Leitfaden Tuina vermittelt Sie Ihr Wissen systematisch und einprägsam in Wort und Bild. Beschrieben werden die Grundtechniken des Tuina sowie die Kombination der Grundtechniken in einprägsamen Bausteinen für die verschiedenen Körperregionen bei Erwachsenen und Kindern. Han Chaling zeigt Tuina-Behandlungskon... für die wichtigsten Krankheitsbilder nach westlicher Diagnose. Zahlreiche schematische Darstellungen visualisieren alle wesentlichen Merkmale. So gelingt es dem Leser z. B. Massagepunkte zu lokalisieren und bestimmte Handgriffe fachgerecht durchzuführen. Neu in der 3. Auflage: - Erweiterung um wichtige Erkrankungen wie Gelenkschmerz, Adipositas und Fibromyalgie - Im Kapitel "Kinder" das Thema Hyperaktivität Mit dem Code im Buch haben Sie ab Aktivierung Zugriff auf die Abbildungen sowie dauerhaften Zugriff auf das Kapitel Selbstbehandlung und eigene Gesunderhaltung. Profitieren Sie von 25 Jahren Tuina-Erfahrung der Autorin Han Chaling!

    • Santé publique

      • 1st Edition
      • January 15, 2013
      • Collège Universitaire des Enseignants de Santé Publique (CUE
      • French
      • eBook
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      En parfaite cohérence avec le programme de DCEM2-DCEM4 et les Épreuves Classantes Nationales, cet ouvrage présente les 21 items relatifs à la santé publique Il comprend deux parties : * une partie Connaissances divisée en 21 chapitres commençant systématiquement par un rappel des objectifs pédagogiques puis développant la thématique, étayée de nombreux encadrés, de notions à retenir, de tableaux et graphes, et d'un résumé des points clés; * une partie Pratique qui propose 20 cas cliniques commentés avec grilles de correction et une quarantaine de QCM, offrant un véritable outil d'entraînement et d'auto-évaluation. L'ouvrage s'inscrit dans la collection Les référentiels des Collèges, dont le format et la maquette en deux couleurs offrent une clarté de lecture et facilitent la compréhension et la mémorisation.

    • The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations: Musculoskeletal System, Volume 6, Part III - Biology and Systemic Diseases

      • 2nd Edition
      • January 15, 2013
      • Joseph P. Iannotti + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Basic Science and Systemic Disease, Part 3 of The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations: Musculoskeletal System, 2nd Edition, provides a highly visual guide to this body system, from foundational basic science and anatomy to orthopaedics and rheumatology. This spectacularly illustrated volume in the masterwork known as the (CIBA) "Green Books" has been expanded and revised by Dr. Joseph Iannotti, Dr. Richard Parker, and other experts from the Cleveland Clinic to mirror the many exciting advances in musculoskeletal medicine and imaging - offering rich insights into embryology; physiology; metabolic disorders; congenital and development disorders; rheumatic diseases; tumors of musculoskeletal system; injury to musculoskeletal system; soft tissue infections; and fracture complications.

    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease, An Issue of Medical Clinics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 97-1
      • January 11, 2013
      • Mark E. Williams
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Medical Clinics covers the important advances and current best practices surrounding the management of patients with diabetic chronic kidney disease. Guest edited by Mark Williams of the Joslin Diabetes Clinic, the topics covered will include proteonomics, diabetes and hypertension, obesity, genetic predispositions, pancreas transplantation, fibrotic therapies, and more.

    • The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations: Musculoskeletal System, Volume 6, Part II - Spine and Lower Limb

      • 2nd Edition
      • January 11, 2013
      • Joseph P. Iannotti + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      The Lower Limb and Spine, Part 2 of The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations: Musculoskeletal System, 2nd Edition, provides a highly visual guide to the spine and lower extremity, from basic science and anatomy to orthopaedics and rheumatology. This spectacularly illustrated volume in the masterwork known as the (CIBA) "Green Books" has been expanded and revised by Dr. Joseph Iannotti, Dr. Richard Parker, and other experts from the Cleveland Clinic to mirror the many exciting advances in musculoskeletal medicine and imaging - offering rich insights into the anatomy, physiology, and clinical conditions of the spine; pelvis, hip, and thigh; knee; lower leg; and ankle and foot.

    • Myofascial Trigger Points

      • 1st Edition
      • January 10, 2013
      • Dominik Irnich
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Edited by Dominik Irnich, MD, this clearly written and fully illustrated multi-contributor volume offers practical, comprehensive coverage of the subject area ranging from the latest scientific research findings to practical usage of current manual therapy techniques. Including the latest information from centres of excellence throughout the world, this new book is suitable for osteopathic physicians, osteopaths, chiropractors, manual therapists, physiotherapists, acupuncturists and massage therapists as well as general physicians working in primary care, physical medicine, rehabilitation, pain management and internal medicine. "I'm happy to say that this book is excellent and addresses all my concerns!" Reviewed by InTouch (Physio First's journal) , Jan 2015

    • LaFleur Brooks' Health Unit Coordinating

      • 7th Edition
      • January 9, 2013
      • Elaine A. Gillingham + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Get the most comprehensive, in-depth coverage on health unit coordinating from the industry’s most popular text! Expert authors Elaine Gillingham and Monica Wadsworth Seibel offer in-depth discussion of key theories and concepts surrounding the profession and guide you through the common responsibilities of a health unit coordinator in both traditional and electronic medical record environments. From greeting new patients and dealing with visitors to transcribing physicians' orders, maintaining statistical reports, and preparing patient charts, this text will prepare you for success across all areas of health unit coordination.

    • Trigger Point Dry Needling

      • 1st Edition
      • January 8, 2013
      • Jan Dommerholt + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
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      This exciting new publication is the first authoritative resource on the market with an exclusive focus on Trigger Point ((TrP) dry needling. It provides a detailed and up-to-date scientific perspective against which TrP dry needling can be best understood. The first section of the book covers important topics such as the current understanding and neurophysiology of the TrP phenomena, safety and hygiene, the effect of needling on fascia and connective tissue, and an account on professional issues surrounding TrP dry needling. The second section includes a detailed and well-illustrated review of deep dry needling techniques of the most common muscles throughout the body. The third section of the book describes several other needling approaches, such as superficial dry needling, dry needling from a Western Acupuncture perspective, intramuscular stimulation, and Fu’s subcutaneous needling. Trigger Point Dry Needling brings together authors who are internationally recognized specialists in the field of myofascial pain and dry needling.

    • Sports & Exercise Massage

      • 2nd Edition
      • January 8, 2013
      • Sandy Fritz
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Providing guidelines for applying massage to amateur and professional athletes, Sports & Exercise Massage: Comprehensive Care in Athletics, Fitness, & Rehabilitation, 2nd Edition helps you address the challenges of treating clients involved in sports, physical fitness, rehabilitation, and exercise. In-depth coverage describes common patterns for sports activities, such as running and throwing, and uses the principles of massage to focus on assessment techniques, indications, contraindications, and outcome goals. This edition includes a new chapter on stretching, hundreds of full-color photos of techniques, and an Evolve companion website with step-by-step videos demonstrating sports massage applications. Written by noted educator and massage therapy expert Sandy Fritz, this resource provides the proven massage techniques you need to manage common exercise and sports injuries and syndromes.

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