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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Health Situation in the South-East Asia Region
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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Health in Asia and the Pacific
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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Health Inequities in the South-East Asia Region:
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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Achieving the health-related Millennium
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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Regional strategy for protecting health from
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WHO Regional Office for South East Asia Health in all policies: report on perspectives
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WHO Regional for Africa Health of the People (The): What works. The
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Practical Guidelines on Pharmaceutical
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Responding to Questions About the 100 Per Cent
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Experiences of 100 Per Cent Condom Use Programme
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World Health Organization Health Financing: A Basic Guide
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World Health Organization Regional Strategy for Improving Access to
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World Health Organization Integrating Poverty and Gender into Health
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Integrating Poverty and Gender into Health
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Hospital and Health Facility Emergency Exercises:
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Health Financing Country Profiles 1995-2008
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Public health laboratories for alert and
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Securing regional health through APSED: building
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WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific Health systems in transition template for
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Joelan AB Desarrollar la musculatura en la tercera edad:
Book SynopsisAtención: Las personas mayores que quieren ganar músculoPiensa que es demasiado mayor para ganar músculo? Está confundido sobre cómo empezar? Ha iniciado anteriormente el entrenamiento de fuerza solo para dejarlo debido a lo extenuante del ejercicio? Este completo libro de ejercicios de entrenamiento de fuerza está diseñado específicamente para ayudarle a descifrar el misterio que hay detrás de la construcción de músculo como persona de la tercera edad. Este libro es sencillo y potente para hombres y mujeres mayores de 60 años. Esto es solo una pequeña parte de lo que descubrirá: Varios ejercicios de entrenamiento de fuerza para la parte superior e inferior del cuerpo que le ayudarán a desarrollar su musculatura en declive Formas notables y sostenibles de mantener los músculos una vez que están completamente desarrollados Sorprendentes consejos alimentarios y recetas que le ayudarán a alcanzar sus objetivos de desarrollo muscular Completas divisiones de entrenamiento que le ayudarán a desentrañar el secreto de la mejora muscular Sencillos consejos de autocuidado para mantener el impulso Y mucho más! Nunca es demasiado tarde para empezar. Puede alcanzar sus objetivos de forma física gracias a los consejos sobre comidas, ejercicios y cuidado personal de este libro y vivir esa vida de aventuras que siempre ha deseado. A qué está esperando? Desplácese hacia arriba y haga clic en el botón "añadir a la cesta" para empezar ahora.
£19.79
Pearson Professionalism in Health Care Plus New Mylab
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£170.43
Pearson Pearsons Comprehensive Dental Assisting with
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Charles C. Thomas Publisher Child Life in Hospitals Theory and Practice
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£48.45
Wiley Caring for the Older Person
Book SynopsisThe number of older people in our society is increasing rapidly and as they age, the demand for safe, effective care is growing. This book offers readers the knowledge and skill to provide all aspects of care. Caring for the Older Person is written in six sections, covering the fundamental needs of an older person: Assistance with personal cleansing Assistance with movement Assistance to maintain nutrition and fluid intake Assistance with toilet needs Assistance with the need for observation and monitoring Care of the person immediately following death Each section starts with an explanation and includes care procedures in a step-by-step format. Written by two experienced nurses, the book is systematic and evidence-based, using up-to-date knowledge and government policy. It is intended to be a practical aid to improve care for the older person, whether in hospital, care home or at home and to give the reTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction: reason for the book. 1 Preliminary considerations and symbols. 2 Care for the older person requiring assistance with personal cleansing. Procedure One: Making or changing the older person’s bed with the person still in bed. Procedure Two: Assisting the older person requiring a wash in bed or chair, including care of hands and feet. Procedure Three: Assisting the older person to wash in the bath or shower, including care of hands and feet. Procedure Four: Assisting the bed-bound older person to wash his or her hair. Procedure Five: Assisting the older person with cleansing of the mouth, including care of dentures. Procedure Six: Assisting the older person requiring eye care. 3 Care for the older person requiring assistance with movement (Vicky MacArthur RGN, BSc (hons), MSc, PGDip HPE). Procedure Seven: Assisting the older person to move up the bed. Procedure Eight: Assisting the older person to move from a lying to a sitting position. Procedure Nine: Assisting the older person with a lateral transfer while they are in a lying position. Procedure Ten: Assisting the older person to sit back in the chair. Procedure Eleven: Assisting the older person from a sitting to a standing position. Procedure Twelve: Assisting the older person to walk. 4 Care for the older person requiring assistance to maintain nutrition and fluid intake. Procedure Thirteen: Assisting the older person to eat and drink. Procedure Fourteen: Nasogastric tube insertion and position checking. Procedure Fifteen: Assisting the older person with nutrition and fluid intake via a nasogastric tube. Procedure Sixteen: Care of percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube site until stoma well established (1–14 days). Procedure Seventeen: Care of percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube site when stoma well established. Procedure Eighteen: Assisting the older person with nutrition and fluid intake via a percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube. 5 Care for the older person requiring assistance with toilet needs. Procedure Nineteen: Assisting the older person to use toilet, commode or bedpan. Procedure Twenty: Assisting the older person requiring bowel care: administration of suppositories. Procedure Twenty-one: Assisting the older person requiring bowel care: administration of an evacuant enema. Procedure Twenty-two: Obtaining a specimen of faeces for observation, assessment and analysis. Procedure Twenty-three: Obtaining a specimen of urine for observation, assessment and analysis. Procedure Twenty-four: Assisting the older person with catheter care. Procedure Twenty-five: Assisting the older person to empty a catheter bag. Procedure Twenty-six: Obtaining a catheter specimen of urine for observation, assessment and analysis. 6 Care for the older person requiring observation and monitoring. Procedure Twenty-seven: Measuring and recording temperature. Procedure Twenty-eight: Measuring and recording temperature using a tympanic thermometer. Procedure Twenty-nine: Measuring and recording blood pressure. Procedure Thirty: Measuring and recording pulse. Procedure Thirty-one: Measuring and recording respiratory rate. 7 Care for the older person at the end of his or her life. Procedure Thirty-two: Caring for the body of the older person following death. References and further reading. Index.
£43.65
LWW A Practical Guide to Palliative Care
Book SynopsisDesigned for easy use at the bedside, this manual contains the practical information health care professionals need to provide optimal end-of-life care. The book presents a multidimensional, holistic approach to assessment and management of the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Topics covered include cultural diversity in end-of-life care; communicating with patients and families; predicting life expectancy; terminal care; non-pain symptom management; pain control; palliative interventions; pediatric palliative care; record keeping; and ethics.The succinct, user-friendly presentation features bullet points and numerous quick-reference tables. Each chapter includes an "In a Nutshell" summary of key points.Table of ContentsSection 1: THE PALLIATIVE CARE APPROACH Ch. 1 Definitions Ch. 2 Philosophy-From "Cure" to "Comfort" Ch. 3 The Transition from "Diagnose and Treat" to "Palliate" Ch. 4 Historical Perspective: What Has Changed? Section 2: CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN END-OF-LIFE CARE Ch. 5: Planning for Diverse Populations Ch. 6: African American Culture & End-of-Life Ch. 7: Hispanic Views on Death & Dying Ch. 8: Understanding the Jewish Culture Ch. 9: Mourning in the Asian Culture Ch.10: Death Practices in the Muslim Culture Ch.11: Building Cultural Bridges with Other Cultures Section 3: APPROACH TO THE PATIENT Ch.12: Delivering Bad News Ch.13: The Family Conference Ch.14: Dealing with Anger Ch.15: The Spiritual Assessment Ch.16: Giving Realistic Hope Ch.17: The "DNR" or "AND" Discussion in Seriously Ill Patients Ch.18: Advanced Directives in Health Care Ch.19: Decision-Making Ability Ch.20: Goal Setting Ch.21: The Hospice Conversation Ch.22: Telling the Children Ch.23: What if a Patient Asked You to Pray? Ch.24: Death Pronouncement Ch.25: Completing the Death Certificate Ch.26: Informing Significant Others of a Patient's Death Ch.27: Writing a Condolence Letter Ch.28: Caring for the Family Section 4: PREDICTING LIFE EXPECTANCY Ch.29: "How Long Do I Have?" Ch.30: Guidelines for Hospice Ch.31: Physician Prediction of Life Expectancy Ch.32: Palliative Performance Score Section 5: DELIVERY OF PALLIATIVE CARE< Ch.34: The Hospital Palliative Care Unit Ch.35: Consulting in the Hospital Ch.36: Hospice in Delivery of Palliative Care Section 6: TERMINAL CARE Ch.38: The Syndrome of Imminent Death Ch.39: Near Death Awareness (NDA) Ch.40: Terminal Delirium Section 7: NONPAIN SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT Ch.42: Tips for Maximizing Chances of Success Ch.43: Dyspnea, Air Hunger, Shortness of Air Ch.44: Oral Care Basics Section 8: PAIN CONTROL Ch.63: Myths About Opioid Use Ch.64: Legal Liability of UnderTreating Pain Ch.65: Principles of Pain Management Ch.66: Assessment of Pain Ch.67: Converting One Opioid to Another (Equianalgesic Dosing) Ch.68: Opioid Dose Escalation Ch.69: Managing Opioid Side Effects Ch.70: Opioid Withdrawal Ch.71: Morphine Ch.72: Hydrocodone for Pain Ch.73: Oxycodone for Pain Section 9: PALLIATIVE INTERVENTIONS Ch.82: Tube Feeding in Palliative Care Ch.83: Palliative Chemotherapy Ch.84: Palliative Radiation Ch.85: "Response Rate" in Cancer Chemotherapy Ch.86: Ventilator Withdrawal Ch.87: Bowel Obstruction Ch.88: Treating the "Death Rattle" Ch.89: Aggressive Wound Management Section 10: THE PALLIATIVE PEDIATRIC PATIENT Ch.90: Children and Death Ch.91: Neonatal Population Ch.92: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Ch.93: Pediatric Withdrawal of Life Support Ch.94: The Dying Adolescent Section 11: CHARTING" Ch.95: Documentation in Palliative Care Ch.96: Coding & Billing for Hospice/Palliative Care Section 12: ETHICS AT THE END OF LIFE Ch.97: Ethics & Legal Issues Ch.98: Hastened Death: The Rule of Double Effect Ch.99: When to Stop-Medical Futility Ch.100: Caring for Yourself and Avoiding Burnout Appendices Index
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MP-FAD F.A. Davis Clinical Hematology and Fundamentals of
Book SynopsisHelps master the basic principles of hematology and the fundamentals of hemostasis. This title provides an introduction to clinical hematology and the anemias. It covers white blood cell disorders, and hemostasis to thrombosis, and laboratory methods. It features more than 900 illustrations, including 309 full-color microphotographs.Table of Contents I. Introduction to Clinical Hematology Morphology of Human Blood and Marrow Cells: Hematopoiesis Bone Marrow The Red Blood Cell: Structure and Function Anemia: Diagnosis and Clinical Considerations Evaluation of Cell Morphology and Introduction to Platelet and White Cell Morphology II. Anemias Iron Metabolism and Hypochromic Anemias Megaloblastic Anemias Aplastic Anemia Including Pure Red Cell Aplasia and Congenital Dyserythropoietic Anemia and Paroxysmal Noctural Hemoglobinuria (PNH) Introduction to Hemolytic Anemias: Intracorpuscular Defects: I. Hereditary Defects of the Red Cell Membrane Hemolytic Anemias: Intracorpuscular Defects: II. Hereditary Enzyme Deficiencies Hemolytic Anemias: Intracorpuscular Defects: III. The Hemoglobinopathies Hemolytic Anemias: Intracorpuscular Defects: IV. Thalassemia Hemolytic Anemias: Extracorpuscular Defects Hypoproliferative Anemia: Anemia Associated with Systemic Diseases III. White Blood Cell Disorders Cell Biology, Disorders of Neutrophils, Infectious Mononucleosis, and Reactive Lymphocytosis Introduction to Leukemia and the Acute Leukemias Chronic Myeloproliferative Disorders: I. Chronic Myclogenous Leukemia Chronic Myeloproliferative Disorders: II. Polycythemia Vera, Essential Thrombocythemia, and Idiopathic Myelofibrosis Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Related Lymphoproliferative Disorders The Lymphomas Mutiple Myeloma and Related Plasma Cell Disoders Lipid (Lysosomal) Storage Diseases and Histiocytosis IV. Hemostasis and Introduction to Thrombosis Introduction to Hemostasis Disorders of Primary Hemostasis: Quantitative and Qualitative Platelet Disorders and Vascular Disorders Disorders of Plasma Clotting Factors Interaction of the Fibrinolytic, Coagulation, and Kinin Systems: Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation; and Related Pathology Introduction to Thrombosis and Anticoagulant Therapy IV. Laboratory Methods Quality Control in the Hematology Laboratory Body Fluid Examination: The Qualitative, Quantitative, and Morphologic Analysis of Serous, Cerebrospinal, and Synovial Fluids Hematology Methods Principles of Automated Differential Analysis Coagulation Procedures Applications of Flow Cytometry to Hematology and Hemostasis Molecular Diagnostic Techniques in Hematopathology Special Stains/Cytochemistry Answers to Chapter Review Questions Glossary Bibliography
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Grove Press / Atlantic Monthly Press Josies Story A Mothers Inspiring Crusade to Make
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MP-FAD F.A. Davis TodayS Health Professions
Book SynopsisFrom athletic trainer to speech pathologist and every healthcare profession in between, this book explores their histories, employment opportunities, licensure requirements, earnings potential, and career paths. Professional healthcare providers share their personal stories; introduce you to their work; and describe what a typical day is like.Table of Contents I. The State of the Healthcare Environment 1. Is a Career in Health Professions Right for you? (Patricia Royal, EdD) 2. The Healthcare Environment (Patricia Royal, EdD) 3. Types of Health-Care Facilities (Patricia Royal, EdD) 4. Paying for Services (Patricia Royal, EdD) II. The Divisions of Healthcare 5. Introduction to the Primary Health Care Professions (Patricia Royal, EdD) 6. History of Allied Health Professions (Patricia Royal, EdD) 7. Interprofessional Approach for Patient Care (Patricia Royal, EdD) III. Primary Care Professions 8. Medicine (Thomas G. Irons, MD) 9. Nursing (Annette Greer, PhD, MSN) 10. Pharmacy (Doyle Cummings, Pharm.D, FCP, FCCP) IV. Allied Health Professions 11. Athletic Training (Katie Walsh Flannigan, EdD) 12. Audiology (Ayaskanta Rout, PhD) 13. Clinical Laboratory Science (Joan Glacken, EdD, Julie Zemplinski, MSH, & Tony Burkett, MS) 14. Dental Professions (Kelley Lybrand, DDS) 15. Dietetics (Michelle Hesse (Battista), PhD, RD; Tonya Orchard, PhD, RDN, LD; & Julie Kennel, PhD, RDN, LD) 16. Emergency Medical Services (Keith Monosky, PhD) 17. Health Information Management (Patricia Royal, EdD) 18. Health Services Management (Patricia Royal, EdD) 19. Medical Assisting (Laura Melendez, BS & Patricia Royal, EdD) 20. Occupational Therapy (Gregory Wintz, PhD, OTR/L) 21. Physical Therapy (Deanna Dye, PT, PhD) 22. Physician Assisting (Amanda Moloney-Johns, MPAS, PA-C) 23. Radiography (Amy Freshley-Lebkuecher, MS & Rex Ameigh, MSLM) 24. Radiation Therapy (Jennifer L. Harper, MD) 25. Recreational Therapy (Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, PhD & Missy Armstrong, MS) 26. Rehabilitation Counseling (Linda Holloway, PhD, CRC) 27. Respiratory Care/Cardiopulmonary (Jennifer Keely, MEd, RRT-AACS & Kathryn Rollins, Med, RRT-NPS) 28. Social Work (Patricia Royal, EdD, MSW) 29. Speech/Language Pathology (Elaine Shuey, PhD) V. The Professional Work Environment 30. Professionalism and Ethics in Health Care (Patricia Royal, EdD) 31. Professionals Working Together (Patricia Royal, EdD) Appendix: Other Health-Related Professions
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Springer Publishing Company Pediatric Mental Health Guidelines for Nurse
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Genuine Wisdom Centre Restoring Natural Harmony Chinese Medical Qigong
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RITTENHOUSE BOOK DISTRIBUTORS Hardwiring Excellence Purpose Worthwhile Work
Book SynopsisFor many who work in health care, overwhelming business pressures and perceived barriers to change have nearly extinguished the flame of their passion to help others. This book teaches the reader how to apply specific prescriptive tools and practices to create and sustain a world-class organisation.
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Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc Communication Skills for the Healthcare
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John Wiley & Sons Health Organizations Theory Behavior and
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Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc Memmlers Structure Function of the Human Body
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Jones & Bartlett Publishers Nancy Carolines Emergency Care in the Streets
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John Wiley & Sons Management and Leadership for Nurse
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Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc Emergency Critical Care Pocket Guide
Book SynopsisNow in its ninth edition, the Emergency & Critical Care Pocket Guide is an indispensable resource for physicians, nurses, and paramedics. Thoroughly reviewed and updated by emergency medicine experts Paula Derr and Michael McEvoy, it consolidates critical information from desk references into a convenient 3 x 5 pocket-size format that emergency professionals can take anywhere. The Ninth Edition includes the following updates:- Revised and updated content to reflect the most current guideline and medication dosage recommendations- New sections on troubleshooting ICDs, Mechanical Circulatory Support, resuscitation team dynamics, and vascular access devices- Enhanced information on pacemakers- New content on I-gel supraglottic airway- Enhanced information on noninvasive ventilation- New details on neuromonitoring- Updated content on pediatric medications to reflect best practice recommendations- Completely revised Emergency Medications chapter to include dozens of new medications and ped
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Delmars Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests
Book SynopsisGUIDE TO LABORATORY AND DIAGNOSTIC TESTS: ORGANIZED ALPHABETICALLY, Third Edition, provides essential information on more than 600 lab and diagnostic tests within a single, convenient volume. This all-in-one resource presents detailed, accurate information in an accessible, easy-to-use format. Trusted by professionals in the fields of medicine, nursing, medical technology, and more, this clear, concise guide enables users to quickly access critical information on tests and procedures while maintaining a strong focus on patient care. Now updated to reflect the latest research, trends, and best practices, the new Third Edition is an ideal resource for students and professionals alike.Table of ContentsSection I: THE ROLE OF TESTING. 1. Understanding and Using the Guide. 2. The Ever-Expanding Role of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. 3. Standard Precaustions. 4. Case Study Presentation. Section II: LABORATORY AND DIAGNBOSTIC TESTS. List of References. Appendix A: Abbreviation List. Appendix B: Venipuncture and Skin Puncture Procedures. Appendix C: Cancer Tumor Markers and Laboratory Tests Used in the Monitoring of Malignant tumors. Appendix D: Therapeutic Blood Levels of Selected Drugs. Appendix E: Blood Sample for Central Line. Appendix F: Reference Laboratory Values. Appendix G: Routine Serum Electrolytes. Appendix H: Selected International Perspectives on Diagnotic Testing. Indices. List of Tests by Body System and Function. Lists of Test by Type. General Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Caring for Veterans and Their Families A Guide
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John Wiley & Sons Public Health 101 with Navigate Advantage Access
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John Wiley & Sons Sultz and Youngs Health Care USA Understanding
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BUP - Policy Press Unpaid Care Policies in the UK Rights Resources
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Gallaudet University Press,U.S. Investigations in Healthcare Interpreting
Book SynopsisThis collection consists of ten chapters contributed by a broad array of international scholars addressing diverse topics while using a variety of methodological approaches including ethnography, questionnaires, observation, and diary accounts. Researchers, practitioners, and students, as well as all healthcare professionals, will find this volume to be an invaluable resource.
£51.00
Brookes Publishing Co Make the Day Matter!: Promoting Typical
Book SynopsisAn introduction to the volume addresses the background and evolution of day services, national trends, and guiding principles for meaningful daytimes. Chapters discuss: transition from school to meaningful lives, how individuals have used their own initiative to create work and work alternatives, lifelong learning/adult education, promoting community relationships and connections, self-advocacy, promoting meaningful daytimes for older people, organizational issues (innovative organizational structures and practices, organizational conversion from facility-based to community-based services), and policy and practice in promoting quality daytime supports. Focus will be placed on examples, case studies, and practical strategies, themes of self-determination, cultural diversity, and collaboration.
£25.46
Health Administration Press Population Health: Principles and Applications
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£81.00
Health Administration Press Ethics and Professionalism for Healthcare
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£81.00
Health Administration Press The Economics of Health Reconsidered
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£98.10
Hampton Press Communicating in the Clinic: Negotiating
Book SynopsisThis book addresses the question of how health care teams function on a daily basis through an innovative ethnography of communication in an interdisciplinary geriatric team. To illustrate the complexity of teamwork, backstage communication processes among team members are richly described, their effects on frontstage communication with patients delineated,m and a model of embedded teamwork developed. The presentation enables readers to explore the relationships among epistemology, methodology, and writing practices in health care.
£19.76
