Medical diagnosis Books

Book SynopsisIntroducing an innovative, systematic approach to understanding differential diagnosis, Andre M. Mansoor’s Frameworks for Internal Medicine, 2nd Edition, trains students and other learners to think like clinicians and master the methodology behind diagnosing the most commonly encountered conditions in internal medicine.    Significantly updated and enhanced throughout, the 2nd Edition of this highly visual resource uses a case-based, Q&A-style format to build frameworks that guide learners through each step in the differential diagnosis process. These unique frameworks not only equip learners for success during internal medicine clerkships, rotations, and residencies, but also help ensure more confident differential diagnoses in clinical settings.  NEW! Includes access to full digital version of text, providing convenient access to the complete Frameworks in clinical settings. NEW! Eight new chapters walk students through proven diagn

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Book SynopsisThe Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders—Clinician Version (SCID-5-CV) guides the clinician step-by-step through the DSM-5 diagnostic process. Interview questions are provided conveniently along each corresponding DSM-5 criterion, which aids in rating each as either present or absent. A unique and valuable tool, the SCID-5-CV covers the DSM-5 diagnoses most commonly seen in clinical settings. The User's Guide for the SCID-5-CV provides comprehensive instructions on how to use the SCID-5-CV effectively and accurately. It not only describes the rationale, structure, conventions, and usage of the SCID-5-CV, but also discusses in detail how to interpret and apply the specific DSM-5 criteria for each of the disorders included in the SCID-5-CV. A number of sample role-play and homework cases are also included to help clinicians learn how to use the SCID-5-CV. Together with the SCID-5-CV, the User's Guide for the SCID-5-CV will prove invaluable to clinicians, researchers, interviewers, and students in the mental health professions who seek to integrate time-tested interview questions corresponding to the DSM-5 criteria into their DSM-5 diagnostic assessment process.Table of ContentsIntroduction. History of the SCID. Versions of the SCID. SCID-CV diagnostic coverage and time frame. Basic features of the SCID-5-CV. Administration of the SCID. SCID conventions and usage. SCID dos and don'ts. Differentiating general medical and substance/medication etiologies from primary disorders. Special instructions for individual modules. SCID-CV diagnostic summary score sheet. Overview. Module A: Evaluation of mood episodes and persistent depressive disorder. Module B: Psychotic and associated symptoms. Module C: Differential diagnosis of psychotic disorders (c.1-c.30). Module D: Differential diagnosis of mood disorders. Module E: Substance use disorders. Module F: anxiety disorders. Module G: obsessive-compulsive and related disorders and PTSD. Module H: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Module I: screening for other disorders. Module J: adjustment disorder. Training. Psychometric issues. References. Appendix A: DSM-5 criteria for screened disorders in module i. Appendix B: training materials. Homework cases.

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Book Synopsis What are the ethical issues raised by the increasing use of big data and artificial intelligence in health care?How should physicians respond when they have a conscientious objection to an intervention requested by a patient? How should health care organizations respond to physician requests?How can physicians best help patients make informed decisions about end-of-life and life-sustaining care?How should interns and residents respond to ethical dilemmas created by duty hours restrictions? Resolving Ethical Dilemmas: A Guide for Clinicians helps residents, students, and practitioners work through these and many more common and challenging ethical questions that affect patient care. The 6th Edition reflects important changes in medicine and healthcare policy and provides additional clarity to complex concepts. Offering practical, real-world advice, it helps you think through and resolve difficult cases, prompting thoughtful, well-reasoned answers to the question of “What do I do in this situation?” Begins with a concise discussion of clinical ethics that provides background information essential to understanding key ethical issues. Explores a wide range of real-world ethical dilemmas, each accompanied by expert guidance on salient issues and how to approach them. Provides new insights on cases related to oncology, palliative care, family medicine, clinical practice guidelines, genetic testing, the electronic health record, opioid prescriptions, evidence-based medicine, ambulatory care, quality improvement, and advance care planning. Helps you work thorough challenges such as how to handle changes arising from the Affordable Care Act, how to manage treatment when it no longer works for the patient, and much more. Uses a highly visual, two-color design to facilitate retention of material. Enhance Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisThis manual is a practical, illustrated how-to guide to the proper techniques and electrode placements for common nerve conduction studies. The first section describes each nerve conduction study, including placement of electrodes, typical electromyography equipment settings, normal values, and pearls and pitfalls. The second section provides detailed coverage of surface anatomy for needle electromyography and shows where to place the needles for each muscle. More than 200 clear photographs demonstrate correct placement of needle electrodes. Chapters in each section follow a consistent sequence and are written in outline format to help readers find information quickly.

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Book SynopsisDrugs in Use: Case Studies for Pharmacists and Prescribers helps you to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge about medicines and the practical application to your patients. The sixth edition of this popular text has been extensively revised to ensure that a primary care focus is included whenever possible, in order to reflect the fact that drug management of chronic conditions increasingly takes place in primary care, and that this is an expanding role for pharmacists working in GP surgeries. There are new chapters on atrial fibrillation, chronic asthma, general surgery, sepsis, deprescribing and supporting adherence.

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Book SynopsisHow to use the iris of the eye as a diagnostic medical tool The human iris provides a unique window into our bodies, offering clues to our past, present, and future health. Its related science—iridology—allows us to assess our wellbeing and provides pathways to follow to ensure we remain physically and emotionally fit. Iridologist and herbalist Peter Jackson-Main demonstrates just how easy it is for readers to make use of this diagnostic tool. With just a small flashlight and a mirror, you can begin to compare your eyes with the dozens shown in this book, learning about your constitution and how you can avoid potential health problems In this revised and expanded edition, Practical Iridology also explains what the colours and markings of your eyes reveal; details dietary and exercise routines for different iris types; provides a visual glossary of the different iris signs; and offers guidance in preparing remedies.Trade Review“Peter’s work on iridology is just the way I like it: commonsense, simple, and practical. After all, what good is any clinical tool if the end result is not the patient learning more about themselves, so they can adjust their lifestyle to get more quality and quantity out of life. Peter’s work helps the patient learn more about themselves, so they can fine-tune their lifestyle and make better choices, to get the most out of life.” Dr. Richard Schulze, ND, founder of Natural Healing Clinic and Dr. Schulze’s Herbal Products Company “Through his extensive experience, as both an iridology practitioner and a gifted teacher, Peter has skilfully reorganised the teachings of past masters into a contemporary framework. With thoughtful diagnostic questions and practical recommendations, he eloquently explains that once we grasp the true essence of the iris, it can serve as a profound insight into both the inner reality of a person and the external manifestation of bodily ailments. Practical Iridology represents a milestone in the field of iridology. Readers will undoubtedly find themselves captivated by the transformative potential of this ancient art and science.” Toni Miller, ND, DHM, MII, CCII, Fellow Ir, leading iridology teacher, researcher, lecturer, and author of The Integrated Iridology Textbook “Practical Iridology, revised and expanded, distils Peter Jackson-Main’s extensive clinical and teaching experience over forty-five years. This is a trusted and easy-to-use book that affirms the uniqueness of each individual and empowers them to manage their health. In his unique and elegant style, Peter provides a range of natural, safe, and easy healing protocols. This resource is ideal for both the iridologist and any individual who seeks optimum health, wellbeing, and vitality.” M Salim Khan, President of The Guild of Naturopathic Iridologists International

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2021 and 2023! An excellent resource for appropriate test ordering and interpretation, Wallach’s Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests, 11th Edition, helps you save time, avoid errors, and arrive at an accurate diagnosis. Organized into two easy-to-reference sections, this fully revised manual provides comprehensive, practical information on common and uncommon disease states and their diagnosis by laboratory test. The eleventh edition has been revised and reorganized based on reader feedback, helping primary care physicians, subspecialists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and medical and nursing students keep pace with a rapidly changing health care environment. An easy-to-use organization presents routine and lesser known lab tests first (alphabetically, with detailed descriptions), with disease states following. Newly concise and streamlined content is highlighted by abundant tables, algorithms, and bulleted lists and checklists. A new pull-out card, “Ask Before You Test,” helps you remember to check key factors that affect lab tests. Content updates include new information in the genetic, molecular diagnostics, and neurology testing chapters. Frequently ordered tests are included in tabular form, as well as in a tear-out version for convenient clinical use. An expanded index helps you efficiently locate needed information. Enrich Your Ebook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisTHE TRUE CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR AND SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLER ''One of the most fascinating books I have read in a long time. Engrossing, a haunting page-turner. A book I could not put down'' The Times, BOOKS OF THE YEAR __________ Meet the forensic pathologist, Dr Richard Shepherd. He solves the mysteries of unexplained or sudden death. He has performed over 23,000 autopsies, including some of the most high-profile cases of recent times; the Hungerford Massacre, the Princess Diana inquiry, and 9/11. He has faced serial killers, natural disaster, ''perfect murders'' and freak accidents. His evidence has put killers behind bars, freed the innocent, and turned open-and-shut cases on their heads. Yet all this has come at a huge personal cost. Unnatural Causes tells the story of not only the cases and bodies that have haunted him the most, but also how to live aTrade ReviewUnnatural Causes gives a sense of the toll that dealing with so many dead bodies takes. It's a very human book that looks at the cases he has been involved with, from the Hungerford massacre to the murder of Stephen Lawrence * The Times (Books of the Year, 2018) *An unputdownable record of an extraordinary life * 100 sizzling summer books, Daily Mail *One of the most fascinating books I have read in a long time. Engrossing, a haunting page-turner. A book I could not put down * The Times *Fabulous . . . The UK's top pathologist investigating high-profile deaths such as that of Diana, Princess of Wales * The Sunday Post *Puts the reader at his elbow as he wields the scalpel * Guardian *Insightful, candid and compassionate * Observer *Fascinating, gruesome yet engrossing * Richard and Judy, Daily Express *Heart-wrenchingly honest * Professor Sue Black, author of All That Remains *Darkly fascinating * Daily Mirror *A deeply mesmerising memoir of forensic pathology. Human and fascinating * Nigella Lawson *Partly an autobiography, but also a love letter to pathology. It's dignified and graceful and painfully honest about the human and emotional cost of so much time with the dead. Insightful, moving and mesmerising * Marylebone Journal *This book holds within its pages the story of a life told with honesty, and this is partly why it is such a pleasure to read. A fascinating autobiography. Unputdownable. * Live Ribble Valley *A unique insight into a remarkable profession * The Times *His experiences, from morgue to court, are sometimes gruesome, always gripping * Sunday Mirror *The true crime book of the year; a thoughtful, revealing, chilling and bizarre record of an extraordinary life and profession * Visit Norwich *He recounts experiences in a gripping memoir that melds the personal and professional * The People *Must Read * Daily Mail *A brilliantly written and compelling account of a medical detective who has worked on many appalling crimes and human tragedies * Woman's Weekly *Must read * Daily Mail *Medical science books are rarely as gripping as Unnatural Causes. It's grimly fascinating, and I suspect I'll read it at least twice. * Evening Standard *

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody’s Essential Title for 2025! Succinct and highly practical, The 5-Minute Clinical Consult 2026 provides access to 500 disease and conditions topics and 100 of the diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms commonly searched on 5MinuteConsult Online.  Organized alphabetically by diagnosis, The 5-Minute Clinical Consult presents brief, bulleted points about diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up care, and associated conditions in a highly templated format. Updated and published annually, The 5-Minute Clinical Consult delivers maximum clinical confidence, allowing you to focus your valuable time on providing high-quality care to your patients.   NEW for 2026: New topics, including  CREST Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance Syndrome, and Diabetes Insipidus and algorithms on Acute and New Onset Headache and Choosing the Right Contraception.   Find the answers you need quickly! The 5-Minute Clinical Consult offers an intuitive, at-a-glance format, with concise, bulleted text, including ICD-10 codes.  For hundreds of additional topics, algorithms, patient education handouts, the Facts and Comparisons A to Z Drug Guide, and laboratory testing information, check out 5MinuteConsult Online!     

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2025! The Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice, 12th Edition is your trusted companion in the dynamic world of healthcare, enabling you to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in any setting. Comprehensive, meticulously updated, and authored by nurses with more than 75 years of combined nursing experience, this essential guide offers a wealth of knowledge and practical guidance to nursing students, and support to nurses at all stages of their careers. This edition focuses on both the clinical and compassionate aspects of nursing, with extensively updated content, especially on these topics: Intravenous therapy Survivorship care Immunization and other preventative recommendations for older adults Ischemic disorders Anticoagulation Eating disorders Breast cancer risk and management American Diabetes Association updates Four additional connective tissue disorders and new pharmacologic therapy Risk factors for eustachian tube dysfunction Pediatric immunodeficiency Reclassification of disorders according to the DSM-5-TR Organized into four distinct parts—Medical-Surgical Nursing, Maternity and Neonatal Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, and Psychiatric Nursing—this manual offers a logical and accessible format. Each section is enriched with Clinical Judgment Alerts, Population Awareness Alerts, and Drug Alerts, emphasizing crucial information for nurse decision-making and sensitivity to diverse patient populations. With a commitment to inclusive and nonbiased language, the Lippincott Manual of Nursing Practice addresses the unique perspectives, complex challenges, and lived experiences of diverse populations traditionally underrepresented in health literature. Additional resources—Procedural Guidelines, Patient Education Guidelines, and Nursing Care Plans—are available online and through an ebook (available for separate purchase), providing flexible and comprehensive tools for all learning styles.

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Book SynopsisWritten by authors who are hospitalists and clinician-educators, Cases in Hospital Medicine uses practical case studies and current medical evidence to guide you expertly through the types of cases seen most often by practicing hospital-based clinicians. This engaging handbook covers the wide range of both broad and specific knowledge required in the hospital environment, while focusing on highly relevant questions and today’s best practices. You’ll find real-world guidance on essential topics, including commentary on research studies and clinical guidelines. Provides an evidence-based approach to clinical cases most often encountered by hospitalists, including the key questions in these situations, such as: What sort of diuretic regimen—bolus or continuous infusion—should I use to remove fluid from a 73-year-old man with acute congestive heart failure? How soon should a 49-year-old woman with gallstone pancreatitis undergo prophylactic cholecystectomy? What are the risks and benefits of continuing aspirin therapy perioperatively in patients undergoing noncardiac surgery? What is the optimal anti-inflammatory agent for a 60-year-old man with acute gouty arthritis? Maintains a clinical focus throughout, discussing the most practice-relevant questions for hospital-based clinicians and providing answers to specific clinical dilemmas. Covers a wide variety of frequently-seen situations such as skin and soft tissue infection, pneumonia, alcohol withdrawal, sepsis, COPD exacerbation, syncope, atrial fibrillation, pancreatitis, acute kidney injury, end-of-life care, and much more. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisA riveting exploration of the most difficult and important part of what doctors do, by Yale School of Medicine physician Dr. Lisa Sanders, author of the monthly New York Times Magazine column Diagnosis, the inspiration for the hit Fox TV series House, M.D. The experience of being ill can be like waking up in a foreign country. Life, as you formerly knew it, is on hold while you travel through this other world as unknown as it is unexpected. When I see patients in the hospital or in my office who are suddenly, surprisingly ill, what they really want to know is, ‘What is wrong with me?’ They want a road map that will help them manage their new surroundings. The ability to give this unnerving and unfamiliar place a name, to know it—on some level—restores a measure of control, independent of whether or not that diagnosis comes attached to a cure. Because, even today, a diagnosis is frequently all a good doctor has to offer.

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Now in a fully revised 4th Edition, Modern Epidemiology remains the gold standard text in this complex and evolving field, offering unparalleled, comprehensive coverage of the principles and methods of epidemiologic research. Featuring a new, full-color design, updated models, and a new format allowing space for margin notes, this edition continues to provide authoritative information on the methodologic issues crucial to the wide range of epidemiologic applications in public health and medicine. Reflects both the conceptual development of this evolving science and the increasing role that epidemiology plays in both public health and medicine. Features a new full-color design, new coverage of marginal structural models, new instrumental variable analysis, updated structural nested models, and more. Covers a broad range of concepts and methods, including epi

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Book SynopsisExplains the act of prognosis in its varying forms - from the perspective of doctors. This book examines why physicians are reluctant to predict the future, what uses doctors make of prognosis, the symbolism it contains, and the practical and emotional difficulties it involves.

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Book SynopsisOxford Cases in Medicine and Surgery, second edition, teaches students a hypothesis-driven, logical step-by-step approach to diagnosis when faced with each of 29 common patient presentations. This approach mirrors that used by successful clinicians on the wards, challenging students with questions at each stage of a case (history-taking, examination, investigation, management).Trade ReviewInstead of throwing you in the deep end filled with anxiety, as you would feel on a ward with an actual patient, Oxford Cases gives you mnemonics and walks you through all of the red flags you should be looking out for. * MedSaint, University of St Andrews *Every year, close to exams, students have no idea what to use as studying materials and scramble around for resources. The Oxford Cases in Medicine and Surgery might just come in handy. . . The answers are well presented with references to diagnostic guidelines, and also come with easily digestible mnemonics. * Liting Tong, Northwing Magazine - Sheffield University Medical Students' Magazine *Like the Matrix films, when I study medicine I wish that I could download medical knowledge into my memory. Until medical science invents such a device or google becomes implanted into our occipital lobes, I thoroughly recommend the Oxford Cases in Medicine and Surgery. * Tom Rock, BMA Medical Student Representative, University of Bristol; West of England Medical Journal *This is an outstanding teaching tool. The cases provoke much thought and there is a clear explanation of the "correct" answers and why other answers are not as correct. * Vincent F Carr, DO, MSA, FACC, FACP (Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, USA), Doody's Notes *Table of Contents1. Headache ; 2. Confusion ; 3. Blackout ; 4. Neck lump ; 5. Haematemesis ; 6. Dysphagia ; 7. Cough ; 8. Haemoptysis ; 9. Chest pain ; 10. Shortness of breath ; 11. Breast lump ; 12. Epigastric pain ; 13. Nausea and vomiting ; 14. Jaundice ; 15. Right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain ; 16. Right iliac fossa (RIF) pain ; 17. Left iliac fossa (LIF) pain ; 18. Flank pain ; 19. Constipation ; 20. Diarrhoea ; 21. Rectal bleeding ; 22. Poor urinary output ; 23. Polyuria ; 24. Groin lump ; 25. Scrotal mass ; 26. Limb weakness ; 27. Acute joint pain ; 28. Swollen calf ; 29. Leg ulcer ; Appendix

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about the DSM-5 in an organized and concise presentation Providing you with a quick and easy way to get up-to-speed on recent changes to the two main classification systemsDSM-5 Essentials highlights these changes in a logical and systematic manner so that you can easily make the transition from DSM-IV to DSM-5. Author Lourie Reichenberg offers health care providers, instructors, clinicians in practice settings, and office staff who do coding for insurance reimbursement the information they need to do their jobs smoothly and efficiently with coverage of: The twenty classifications of disorders Emerging measures and models The future of diagnosis and treatment planning Matching clients'' needs with the best evidence-based treatment Major changes to the DSM-5 such as the replacement of the multiaxial system, the developmental and lifespan approach, and cultural and gender considerationsTable of ContentsPreface viii How to Use This Book x 1 Introduction 1 Introduction to DSM-5 1 The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 8 Conclusion 11 2 The 20 Classifications of Disorders 12 Neurodevelopmental Disorders 13 Intellectual disabilities * Communication disorders * Autism spectrum disorder * Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder * Specific learning disorder * Motor disorders Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders 20 Schizotypal (personality) disorder * Delusional disorder * Brief psychotic disorder * Schizophreniform disorder * Schizophrenia * Schizoaffective disorder * Catatonia Bipolar and Related Disorders 24 Bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder * Other bipolar disorders Depressive Disorders 27 Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder * Major depressive disorder * Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia) * Premenstrual dysphoric disorder * Substance/ medication-induced depressive disorder * Depressive disorder due to another medical condition * Other specified * Unspecified Anxiety Disorders 35 Separation anxiety disorder * Selective mutism * Specific phobia * Social anxiety disorder * Panic disorder * Agoraphobia Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders 39 Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) * Body dysmorphic disorder * Hoarding disorder * Trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) * Excoriation (skin-picking disorder) * Substance/medication-induced and OCD related to medical condition * Other specified * Unspecified Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders 45 Reactive attachment disorder * Disinhibited social engagement disorder * Posttraumatic stress disorder * Acute stress disorder * Adjustment disorders * Other specified * Unspecified Dissociative Disorders 50 Dissociative identity disorder * Dissociative amnesia * Depersonalization/derealization disorder * Other specified and unspecified Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders 52 Somatic symptom disorder * Illness anxiety disorder * Conversion disorder (Functional neurological symptom disorder) * Psychological factors affecting other medical conditions * Factitious disorder * Other specified * Unspecified Feeding and Eating Disorders 56 Pica and rumination disorder * Avoidant/restrictive intake disorder * Anorexia nervosa * Bulimia nervosa * Binge-eating disorder * Other specified * Unspecified Elimination Disorders 61 Encopresis * Enuresis Sleep-Wake Disorders 62 Sexual Dysfunctions 64 Gender Dysphoria (formerly Gender Identity Disorder) 65 Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders 67 Oppositional defiant disorder * Intermittent explosive disorder * Conduct disorder * Pyromania * Kleptomania * Other specified * Unspecified Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders 71 Substance use disorders * Caffeine withdrawal * Cannabis withdrawal * Gambling disorder Neurocognitive Disorders 81 Delirium * Major or Mild neurocognitive disorders * Specified disorder * Unspecified Personality Disorders 83 Paraphilic Disorders 84 Other Mental Disorders 85 Medication-Induced Movement Disorders and 86 Other Adverse Effects of Medication Other Conditions That May Be a Focus of Clinical Attention 87 3 Emerging Measures and Models 92 Assessment Measures 92 Cultural Formulation 95 Alternative Model for Diagnosing Personality Disorders 97 Conditions for Further Study 97 Conclusion: The Future of Diagnosis and 103 Treatment Planning References 105 About the Author 107 Author Index 109 Subject Index 110

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Book SynopsisThis book acts as a clinical manual for the diagnostician who cannot turn to reference books when the morphology or immunophenotype are atypical.Trade Review“I would particularly recommend this book to haematology trainees, as an introduction to, but not as a replacement for, a period spent in an immunophenotyping laboratory.” (British Journal of Haematology, 14 November 2014) “There is no doubt that this book will find its way firmly onto the bookshelf in every laboratory, and into the work bags of many trainees.” (Haem Trainee, 1 January 2014) “This is a concise and very practical guide to the use of flow cytometry in hematological and hematopathological diagnosis. While not as detailed in immunophenotyping intricacies as other books of its kind, it shines with its practical approach and expert guidance applied to current clinical practice.” (Doody’s, 19 July 2013)Table of ContentsPreface, vii Acknowledgements, viii 1 Introduction, 1 References, 2 2 Principles of Flow Cytometry, 3 Introduction, 3 Sample preparation, 3 The flow cytometer, 4 The fluidic system, 4 The optical system, 5 The electronic system, 9 Data display, 9 Acknowledgements, 18 References, 19 3 Limitations, 20 Introduction, 20 Clinical context issues, 20 Sampling issues, 20 Technical issues, 25 Interpretation issues, 28 Conclusion, 29 References, 29 4 Normal Blood and Bone Marrow Populations, 31 Normal stem and precursor cell populations, 31 References, 41 5 Acute Leukaemia, 43 Introduction, 43 Identification of neoplastic precursor cells, 45 Lineage assignment of acute leukaemia, 52 Acute myeloid leukaemia, 54 Precursor lymphoid neoplasms (acute lymphoblastic leukaemia/lymphoma), 77 Examination of cerebro-spinal fluid and serous effusions, 88 Identification of genetic abnormalities by flow, 92 Conclusion, 93 References, 93 6 Chronic Lymphoid Leukaemias and Exfoliating Lymphoma, 100 Normal peripheral blood lymphoid populations, 100 Identification of clonal lymphoid populations, 101 Identification of clonal B-cell disorders, 101 CD5 positive B-cell lymphoproliferative disorders, 102 CD10 positive B-cell lymphoproliferative disorders, 116 B-cell disorders identified using an extended B-cell panel, 121 Identification of clonal T-cell disorders, 125 CD4 positive T-cell disorders, 128 CD8 positive T-cell disorders, 136 CD4/CD8 positive T-cell disorders, 141 CD4/8 negative disorders, 141 Flow cytometric assessment of serous effusions, 146 Flow cytometric assessment of cerebrospinal fluid, 146 Summary, 149 References, 149 7 Myelodysplastic Syndromes and Myeloproliferative Neoplasms, 152 Introduction, 152 Myelodysplastic syndromes, 152 Myelodysplastic/myeloproliferative neoplasms, 163 Chronic myeloid leukaemia, 165 The BCR-ABL negative myeloproliferative neoplasms, 166 Mastocytosis, 167 Summary, 170 References, 170 8 Disorders of Plasma Cells, 173 Plasma cell disorders, 173 Current diagnostic criteria, 173 Plasma cell morphology, 175 The applications of immunophenotyping to plasma cell disorders, 178 References, 183 9 Minimal Residual Disease, 184 Introduction, 184 Minimal residual disease analysis in the management of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, 187 Conclusions, 199 Acknowledgements, 200 References, 200 10 Red Cells, Leucocytes and Platelets, 202 Paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria, 202 Red cell membrane disorders, 208 Foetal maternal haemorrhage, 211 Lymphocyte subset analysis and immunodeficiency, 214 Haemopoietic stem cell enumeration, 214 Granulocyte disorders, 215 Platelet disorders, 219 References, 221 11 Reactive and Non-neoplastic Phenomena, 225 Peripheral blood, 225 Bone marrow, 231 Pleural and pericardial fluids, 236 Bronchoalveolar lavage specimens, 238 Cerebrospinal fluid, 238 References, 240 Index, 243

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Book SynopsisProvides an authoritative guide to investigation and diagnosis. Describes key symptoms and signs, alongisde appropriate tests, and highlights pitfalls in interpreting results. Describes a clear, rational method of investigation in order to aid quick and efficient diagnosis, and prevent over-investigation of patients.Trade ReviewBeing a member of the superb Oxford Handbook series, I automatically assume this book will be very good and put very simply, it is very good and certainly lives up to its heritage. Dont be put off by the title handbook; this is a chunky but portable book that is full of useful information about the numerous tests we order on a daily as well as infrequent basis. The net result is a book that many of us would want to own and a book in the right hands is likely to be used often. * Dr Harry Brown, Glycosmedia *From the Foreword: "Its size, scope and relevance mean that it is likely to be used daily as a quick reference and aide-memoire...No medical student or junior doctor should be without this book (it's ideal for revision), in fact any doctor at any stage of their career will find it useful." * Suzy Lishman, President of The Royal College of Pathologists, 2018 *Table of Contents1: The Patient 1: Drew Provan: Symptoms & signs 2: Investigations 2: Colin Dayan: Endocrinology & metabolism 3: Vanessa Fogo and Drew Provan: Haematology 4: Gavin Spickett: Immunology & allergy 5: Prof Brian Angus: Infectious & tropical diseases 6: Andrew R. Houghton: Cardiology 7: Emma Greig: Gastroenterology 8: Joanna Brown: Respiratory medicine 9: Martyn Bracewell: Neurology 10: Charlie Tomson and Sarah McLoskey: Renal medicine 11: Alison Jones: Poisoning & overdose 12: Suzanne Lane: Rheumatology 13: Tanya Chawla: Radiology 14: Jim Ballinger and Gopinath Gnanasegaran: Nuclear medicine

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Book SynopsisChinese Medicine constantly refers back to its sources in order to initiate the new. Its source code is in the Han Dynasty medical classics, and in this handbook esteemed practitioner and educator Professor Z'ev Rosenberg shares the knowledge from his study of these classic texts and his experiences treating difficult cases.In the tradition of the scholar-physician commentaries, Z'ev Rosenberg comments on the Simple Questions that introduce the core principles of the Inner Canon; explaining how these inform his methodology of diagnosis and advising on how biomedical diseases can be retranslated into sophisticated Chinese medical diagnoses including patterns of differentiation, sequential diagnosis, synchronicity, season, climate and environment. He discusses how Chinese medicine can use unique diagnostic parameters to rebalance the landscape and chronobiology of the body and address the greatest clinical challenges of our time, including the contemporary epidemic of autoimmune disorders.Trade ReviewAn invaluable encouragement to budding practitioners and seasoned experts alike. -- Arnaud Versluys, PhD, MD (China), LAc, Director, Institute of Classics in East Asian MedicineSpiced up liberally with enlightening quotations from Chinese medical literature ... This book is a powerful distillation of the key messages from the ancient Chinese medical classics, as relevant today as they were two thousand years ago. -- from the foreword, by Dr Sabine WilmsTable of ContentsPraise for Returning to the Source. Dedication. Foreword by Sabine Wilms. Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Philosophy and medical education: The missing piece. 2. Ecological medicine: The heart of the Su wen medical philosophy. 3. Chinese medicine and the internal pharmacy: The body/mind's self healing tools and substances. 4. The Picasso Principle: Developing multivalent diagnostic acumen. 5. The technician and scholar physician. 6. Thermodynamics and autoimmune disease: Essential principles of treatment. 7. Mài xiàng ??/Pulse image: The core of Chinese medical diagnosis. 8. Zàng xiàng ??/Visceral manifestation: The core of Chinese medical diagnostic systems. 9. The perfect storm: An approach to time in Chinese medicine. 10. Gan yìng ??/Resonance: An essential principle of classical Chinese medicine. 11. Case histories. Afterword by Ken Rose. Appendix I: Drugs and their effects on the pulse. Appendix II: The importance of terminology and language in grasping Chinese medicine. Appendix III: Resources for learning medical Chinese language. Appendix IV: Pulse maps from classical texts and physicians' schools. Appendix V: Abdominal Algorithms/Qualities of Palpation. Appendix VI: Nan jing 18 pulse model. Glossary of terms and classical texts. References.

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Book SynopsisMedical practice in the modern age requires familiarity with clinical guidelines and standards, which are often published separately in long and discursive documents. This new addition to the Oxford Medical Publications summarises the key clinical practice guidelines which all final year medical students and Foundation Year 1 and 2 doctors should know when managing common conditions. Logically organised by medical specialty, the reader can quickly familiarise themselves with the key principles of diagnosis and management at the appropriate level for beginning a new rotation on the wards. Each guideline summary is tailored to the education level expected of doctors in their first two years of training, with clear instructions for when a more senior colleague should be called upon to help. Written by a team of junior doctors under the supervision of senior clinicians, this is the first resource to distil a range of guidelines from different locations (such as NICE, SIGN, and more) into aTrade ReviewIncredibly thorough and really well thought out. This [book] would be incredibly helpful both in clinical practice day to day and as a tool to prepare for exams * Foundation Year 1 doctor (newly qualified doctor), Croydon University Hospital, UK *Perfectly pitched to its target audience. I wish I had this book when I started as a medical trainee * ST1 Radiology Trainee, University Hospital Southampton, UK *Clear, informative, and full of detail * Internal medical trainee stage 2 (qualified doctor for 4 years), County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust, UK *The book will be a valuable resource for students and trainees seeing patients in the clinic or hospital. It will also be beneficial for more experienced general practice doctors, as a refresher for infrequently seen conditions. The book can serve as a reference text in a medical school library, as it provides an overview of topics likely to be on in-training tests. I recommend this book to physicians-in-training in the U.K., especially trainees in medical school and general practice. * Jack Harrigan, MD Candidate (University of Kansas School of Medicine - Wichita) *Table of ContentsPart 1 Cardiology:Benjamin Bussman, Liora Wittner, Emily Yeung, Rebecca Webb-Mitchell: 1: Acute coronary syndromes 2: Acute heart failure 3: Aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation 4: Atrial fibrillation 5: Chronic heart failure 6: Hypertension 7: Pericardial diseases 8: Stable angina 9: Transient loss of consciousness Part 2 Care of the elderly:Elizabeth Tan, Stephanie Choo: 10: Delirium 11: Dementia 12: Falls 13: Hip fractures Part 3 Endocrinology:David Fisher, Sabrina Ahmed, Tom Owens, Nicola West, Laura Brodie, James Andren, Alison Hare, Ben Coombs, Vanessa Jessop, Adam Maxwell: 14: Adrenal insufficiency 15: Diabetic ketoacidosis 16: Hypercalcaemia 17: Hyperglycaemia 18: Hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar syndrome 19: Hyperthyroidism 20: Hypocalcaemia 21: Hypoglycaemia 22: Hyponatraemia 23: Hypothyroidism 24: Osteoporosis 25: Type 1 diabetes 26: Type 2 diabetes and diabetic foot problems Part 4 Gastrointestinal:John Creamer, David Fisher, Prabhsimran Singh: 27: Acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding and variceal bleeding 28: Coeliac disease 29: Crohn s disease 30: Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease and dyspepsia 31: Irritable bowel syndrome 32: Ulcerative colitis Part 5 Hepatobiliary:Tom Owens, Catharine Pearce, Vanessa Jessop, John Creamer: 33: Acute liver failure 34: Alcohol-related liver disease 35: Alcohol use disorders 36: Liver cirrhosis Part 6 Mental health:Sarah Orr, George Blanchard, Thomas McCabe: 37: Bipolar disorder 38: Depression 39: Eating disorders 40: Generalized anxiety disorder 41: Panic disorder 42: Post-traumatic stress disorder 43: Psychosis and schizophrenia 44: Self-harm 45: Violence and aggression Part 7 Nephrology:Mohammed Al-Talib, Catharine Pearce, Nicola West: 46: Acute kidney injury 47: Chronic kidney disease 48: Hyperkalaemia Part 8 Neurology:Angharad Everden, Bina Patel, Catharine Pearce, Ann Maria Albert, Nicola West, Stephanie Choo: 49: Acute encephalitis 50: Epilepsy 51: Headache 52: Meningitis 53: Metastatic spinal cord compression 54: Neuropathic pain 55: Parkinson s disease 56: Stroke and transient ischaemic attack Part 9 Obstetrics and gynaecology:Emma Shephard, Georgina Clark, Yasmin Smith, Harriet Gardner: 57: Antenatal care 58: Antepartum haemorrhage 59: Diabetes in pregnancy 60: Ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage 61: Hypertension in pregnancy 62: Intrapartum care 63: Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy 64: Pelvic organ prolapse in women 65: Postpartum haemorrhage 66: Sepsis in and following pregnancy 67: Thrombosis and embolism during pregnancy and the postnatal period 68: Urinary incontinence in women Part 10 Paediatrics:Clemency Nye, Liora Wittner, Samantha Williamson, Shervin Poladi, Ann Maria Albert: 69: Child maltreatment 70: Fever in under 5s 71: Neonatal infections 72: Paediatric asthma 73: Paediatric bacterial meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia 74: Paediatric bronchiolitis 75 : Paediatric diabetic ketoacidosis 76: Paediatric gastroenteritis 77: Paediatric type 1 diabetes 78: Paediatric urinary tract infections Part 11 Respiratory:Angharad Everden, Matthew Sutton: 79: Acute oxygen therapy 80: Asthma 81: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 82: Pleural effusion 83: Pneumonia Part 12 Rheumatology and musculoskeletal:Liora Wittner, Laura Brodie, Adam Maxwell, Clemency Nye, Harriet Blundell, Alison Hare: 84: Giant cell arteritis 85: Gout 86: Hot swollen joint 87: Low back pain and sciatica 88: Osteoarthritis 89: Polymyalgia rheumatica 90: Rheumatoid arthritis 91: Spondyloarthritis Part 13 Surgery:Darryl Bernstein: 92: Preoperative care 93: Postoperative care Part 14 Miscellaneous:Mohammed Al-Talib, Liora Wittner, James Andren, Gabriella Bathgate, Harriet Blundell: 94: Blood transfusion 95: Care of dying patients in the last days of life 96: Intravenous fluid therapy 97: Lower urinary tract symptoms in men 98: Venous thromboembolic diseases 99: Malaria Part 15 Cancer guidelines:Dinta Thakkar, Yasmin Smith, Mohammed Al-Talib, Clemency Nye, Elizabeth Tan, Ben Coombs, Ashwini Virgincar, Adam Maxwell, Gabriella Bathgate: 100: Brain and central nervous system cancers 101: Breast cancer 102: Childhood cancers 103: Gynaecological cancers 104: Haematological cancers 105: Head and neck cancers 106: Lower gastrointestinal cancers 107: Lung cancer 108: Sarcomas 109: Skin cancers 110: Upper gastrointestinal cancers 111: Urological cancers Part 16 Professional guidelines:Thomas McCabe, Vanessa Jessop, Gabriella Bathgate, Harriet Blundell: 112: Capacity and consent 113 Confidentiality: 114: DNACPR 115: Fitness to drive Part 17 Resuscitation:Tom Owens, Laura Brodie, Ashwini Virgincar, James Andren, Alison Hare, Sabrina Ahmed, Ben Coombs, Benjamin Bussman: 116: Advanced life support 117: Anaphylaxis and drug allergy 118: Bradycardia 119: Choking 120: Major trauma 121: Neutropenic sepsis 122: Sepsis 123: Tachycardia

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Book SynopsisFirst Aidâ remains the most trusted name in USMLE reviewâjust ask any medical student!First Aid Clinical Algorithms for the USMLE Step 2 CK was designed to help you develop and refine your clinical thinking skillsâpreparing you for success in your clerkship and on the Step 2 CK exam. This new addition to the First Aidâ series uses an algorithmic approach that allows you to methodically walk through the diagnostic decision making process.The content is organized by symptom to reflect how information will be presented in an actual clinical setting. Clinical vignettes focusing on specific illnesses are followed by step-by-step flowcharts outlining the diagnosis and treatment of the illness and its relevant differential diagnoses. Unique algorithmic approach Clinical vignettes accompany decision-making algorithms  Flowcharts outline the diagnosis and treatment process

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Book SynopsisAutism presents in a multitude of different and highly nuanced ways - particularly as it intersects with variance in class, gender, race and age. Misunderstanding and misinformation around variant and differing presentations means that misdiagnosed individuals and those who do not receive a diagnosis at all are often failed by medical, education, social care and criminal justice systems. They are detained in inappropriate settings; don't receive beneficial therapeutic input; have their families accused of fabricated or induced illness (FII); are kept in prison or youth offending institutions longer than their original tariffs, and shockingly their life expectancy is often curtailed as a result. This comprehensive resource will help multidisciplinary professions to understand, contextualise, and better identify diverse autistic presentations. It includes an overview of the autism diagnostic process, an exploration of controversial and commonly confused diagnoses such as PDA, ODD, CD, ASPD, and BPD; discussions of best practice for investigating FII; and analysis of the specific challenges of autism diagnosis in relation to women and girls, BAME communities, schools, and the criminal justice system.Trade ReviewDr Eaton's wealth of knowledge and vast experience flows through this book which is full of excellent clinical insights and very valuable lessons learned along the way over her two decades of rich and varied clinical practice. Patients' compelling personal stories are weaved into the book, bringing the clinical information to life and providing priceless context. This book is essential to help any professional working with autistic people to avoid their being missed or misdiagnosed. -- Dr Gloria Dura-Vila, NHS and private Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and author of The Amazing Autistic Brain Cards, the Panda on PDA, Me and my PDA and My Autism Book.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPRINCIPLES OF LABORATORY MEDICINE 1. Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics 2. Analytical and Clinical Evaluation of Methods 3. Preanalytical Variation 4. Biological Variation and Analytical Performance Specifications 5. Establishment and Use of Reference Intervals 6. Specimen Collection, Processing, and Other Preanalytical Variables 7. Quality Control of the Analytical Examination Process ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES AND INSTRUMENTATION 8. Principles of Basic Techniques and Laboratory Safety 9. Optical Techniques 10. Electrochemistry and Chemical Sensors 11. Electrophoresis 12. Chromatography 13. Mass Spectrometry 14. Enzyme and Rate Analyses 15. Immunochemical Techniques 16. Automation in the Clinical Laboratory 17. Point-of-Care Testing ANALYTES 18. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins 19. Serum Enzymes 20. Tumor Markers 21. Kidney Function Tests 22. Carbohydrates 23. Lipids and Lipoproteins 24. Electrolytes and Blood Gases 25. Hormones 26. Catecholamines and Serotonin 27. Vitamins and Trace Elements 28. Hemoglobin and Iron 29. Porphyrins and Porphyrias 30. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring 31. Clinical Toxicology 32. Toxic elements PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 33. Diabetes Mellitus 34. Cardiac Function 35. Kidney Disease 36. Physiology and Disorders of Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Metabolism 37. Liver Disease 38. Gastric, Intestinal and Pancreatic Function 39. Bone and Mineral Metabolism 40. Disorders of the Pituitary Gland 41. Adrenal Cortex 42. Thyroid Disorders 43. Reproductive Endocrinology and Related Disorders 44. Pregnancy and Prenatal Testing 45. Newborn Screening and Inborn Errors of Metabolism 46. Pharmacogenetics MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS 47. Principles of Molecular Biology 48. Genomes, Variants, and Massively Paralleled Methods 49. Molecular Microbiology REFERENCE INFORMATION 50. Appendix : Reference Information for the Clinical Laboratory

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Book SynopsisManual Washington® de terapéutica médica es una de las obras insignes más reconocidas de la literatura médica mundial. Su estilo clásico de listado con los conceptos más útiles vertidos en enunciados claros y concisos la ha convertido en una de las obras más utilizadas y referenciadas por estudiantes de medicina, médicos residentes y especialistas en todo el mundo. Con más de 1 millón de copias vendidas en todo el mundo y traducciones a más de 20 idiomas, esta 37.ª edición mantiene su misión inicial de proporcionar un apoyo clínico integral e incidir positivamente en la atención de los pacientes. En esta edición se ha revisado y actualizado el contenido en su totalidad, para reflejar los últimos avances en medicina basada en evidencia y tecnología dirigida al diagnóstico y tratamiento. Con un sólido enfoque en medicina interna, la obra proporciona una cobertura integral de los padecimientos de mayor prevalencia e incidencia en todas las especialidades y subespecialidades médicas, y en cada uno aborda principios generales, características clínicas y estrategia terapéutica, con fundamento en la evidencia más reciente. Además, la obra incluye contenido adicional sobre atención general de pacientes, como evaluación y manejo, pre y posoperatorios, tratamiento de afecciones agudas, trasplantes y medicina transfusional.Table of Contents1 Asistencia a los pacientes en medicina interna 2 Soporte nutricional 3 Cardiología preventiva 4 Cardiopatía isquémica 5 Insuficiencia cardíaca y miocardiopatía 6 Enfermedad pericárdica y valvulopatías 7 Arritmias cardíacas 8 Cuidados intensivos 9 Enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva 10 Enfermedades pulmonares 11 Alergia e inmunología 12 Tratamiento hidroelectrolítico 13 Nefropatía 14 Tratamiento de las enfermedades infecciosas 15 Antimicrobianos 16 Infecciones de transmisión sexual, virus de la inmunodeficiencia humana y síndrome de inmunodeficiencia adquirida 17 Medicina de trasplante de órganos sólidos 18 Enfermedades digestivas 19 Hepatopatías 20 Trastornos de la hemostasia y trombosis 21 Trastornos hematológicos y tratamiento transfusional 22 Cáncer 23 Diabetes mellitus y trastornos relacionados 24 Enfermedades endocrinas 25 Artritis y enfermedades reumatológicas 26 Urgencias médicas 27 Enfermedades neurológicas 28 Toxicología Apéndice A: Inmunizaciones y tratamientos tras la exposición Apéndice B: Recomendaciones para el control de las infecciones y el aislamiento Apéndice C: Algoritmos de soporte vital cardíaco avanzado

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Book SynopsisThe perfect pocket guide makes care planning easier.This quick-reference tool has exactly what you need to select the appropriate diagnosis to plan your patients’ care effectively. The 16th Edition features all the latest nursing diagnoses and updated interventions from NANDA-I 2021-2023.Alphabetized listing of nursing diagnoses from NANDA-I 2021-2023, covering more than 400 diseases/disorders.Actions/interventions uniquely organized by priority with selected rationales.Icons within the prioritized interventions for acute care, collaboration, community/home care/cultural considerations, diagnostic studies, medications, and lifespan considerations.NIC and NOC labels at the end of each diagnosis.Defining characteristics presented subjectively and objectively.Documentation section that focuses on the other steps of the nursing process, reminding students of the importance and necessity of recording each step.Index with hundreds of diseases/disorders with prioritized associated nursing diagnoses.Detachable, laminated, pocket-minder bookmark on the inside back cover.New & Updated! The latest diagnoses and updated interventions from NANDA International Nursing Diagnoses: Definitions and Classification 2021-2023, 12th Edition, including 46 new diagnoses and 67 revised diagnoses, the most current NANDA-I terminology, and labels from NIC and NOC that link content to nursing diagnosis, and statistic data.Revised! Streamlined preface that focuses on how to use the book.Table of Contents How to Use this Nurse's Pocket Guide 1. The Nursing Process and Planning Client Care 2. Nursing Diagnoses in Alphabetical Order For each nursing diagnosis, the following information is provided: Diagnostic Division Definition Related/Risk Factors, Defining Characteristics: Subjective/Objective Desired Outcomes/Evaluation Criteria Actions/Interventions Nursing Priorities Documentation Focus Sample Nursing Outcomes & Nursing Interventions Classifications (NOC/NIC) 3. Health Conditions and Client Concerns with Associated Nursing Diagnoses Appendices Tools for Choosing Nursing Diagnoses Client Situation and Prototype Plan of Care Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsGeneral Pathology The Cell as a Unit of Health and Disease Cell Injury, Cell Death, and Adaptations Inflammation and Repair Hemodynamic Disorders, Thromboembolic Disease, and Shock Genetic Disorders Diseases of the Immune System Neoplasia Infectious Diseases Environmental and Nutritional Diseases Diseases of Infancy and Childhood Systemic Pathology: Diseases of Organ Systems Blood Vessels The Heart Diseases of White Blood Cells, Lymph Nodes, Spleen, and Thymus Red Blood Cell and Bleeding Disorders The Lung Head and Neck The Gastrointestinal Tract Liver and Gallbladder The Pancreas The Kidney The Lower Urinary Tract and Male Genital System The Female Genital Tract The Breast The Endocrine System The Skin Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissue Tumors Peripheral Nerves and Skeletal Muscles The Central Nervous System The Eye

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Book SynopsisAt what point does a low mood tip over into depression? When does a distressing experience qualify as trauma? When does a cluster of symptoms indicate an underlying condition? As the conversation around mental health has moved from the consulting room to the public arena, so the concept of normal is shifting. Today, we are seeing an unprecedented rise in diagnosable conditions, in waiting lists, in diagnoses, and in medication. Yet, are we really less psychologically healthy than previous generations? In this brave, engrossing and vitally important new book, consultant neuropsychiatrist Dr Alastair Santhouse argues that the consequences of the new climate of diagnosis are immense. Drawing on his decades of clinical experience, Dr Santhouse explores our current malaise and proposes a solution - that we pull back from this diagnostic expansion, focus on the effective treatment of a core group of severe mental health problems, and de-medicalise a vast range of other normal human experiences.

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Book SynopsisThe analysis of blood, bone marrow and tissue fluid specimens requires a multi-faceted approach with the integration of scientific data from a number of disciplines. No single discipline can operate in isolation or errors will occur.Table of ContentsPreface, vii Acknowledgement, ix List of Abbreviations, xi Technical Notes, xv Laboratory Values, xix Case 1 1 Case 2 6 Case 3 11 Case 4 15 Case 5 18 Case 6 21 Case 7 24 Case 8 27 Case 9 31 Case 10 35 Case 11 39 Case 12 43 Case 13 46 Case 14 50 Case 15 54 Case 16 59 Case 17 62 Case 18 65 Case 19 68 Case 20 70 Case 21 74 Case 22 77 Case 23 80 Case 24 82 Case 25 87 Case 26 90 Case 27 93 Case 28 95 Case 29 100 Case 30 104 Case 31 106 Case 32 110 Case 33 114 Case 34 117 Case 35 122 Case 36 126 Case 37 129 Case 38 132 Case 39 136 Case 40 140 Case 41 143 Case 42 146 Case 43 151 Case 44 154 Case 45 159 Case 46 163 Case 47 166 Case 48 168 Case 49 172 Case 50 177 Case 51 180 Case 52 183 Case 53 186 Case 54 189 Case 55 193 Case 56 196 Case 57 201 Case 58 206 Case 59 210 Case 60 213 Case 61 216 Case 62 218 Case 63 224 Case 64 227 Case 65 232 Case 66 236 Case 67 240 Case 68 244 Case 69 249 Case 70 253 Case 71 256 Case 72 260 Case 73 266 Case 74 269 Case 75 274 Case 76 276 Case 77 281 Case 78 284 Case 79 289 Case 80 292 Case 81 297 Case 82 300 Case 83 306 Case 84 310 Case 85 315 Case 86 319 Case 87 321 Case 88 325 Case 89 327 Case 90 330 Case 91 334 Case 92 338 Case 93 342 Case 94 347 Case 95 351 Case 96 355 Case 97 359 Case 98 365 Case 99 370 Case 100 375 Antibodies Used in Immunohistochemistry Studies, 381 Flow Cytometry Antibodies, 386 Molecular Terminology, 389 Classification of Cases According to Diagnosis, 390 Index, 391

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Parents will be better armed to ask more of the right questions after reading Saul's book." -- Publisher's Weekly "Sure to ruffle some feathers, ADHD Does Not Exist is provocative and pensive." -- Booklist "A provocative, valuable guide for parents, school personnel and medical practitioners who deal with individuals showing symptoms routinely attributed to ADHD." -- Kirkus Review "...an accessible, detailed, and well-documented list of rule-outs for those who are exploring an ADHD diagnosis. VERDICT: Essential for parents and teachers." -- Library Journal

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Book SynopsisAbout our authors Jane V. Corbett, RN, EdD, is a Professor Emerita and former chair of the Adult Health Department in the School of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of San Francisco. She taught undergraduate and graduate nursing students for 35 years at USF. Dr. Corbett has also worked in hospitals, most notably as the head nurse of intensive care at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital in Miami, FL. She specializes in medical-surgical nursing, with a special emphasis on the role of the nurse in using laboratory tests to plan nursing care. Her combined experience in the field and classroom has led to many published books and articles. In 2007, the USF School of Nursing and Health Professions began honoring outstanding faculty with the Jane Vincent Corbett Spirit of Collegiality Award. In 2011, the USF Alumni Association awarded Dr. Corbett the Professional Award for Lifetime Achievements. In 2015, she was appointed to the expert clinicalTable of ContentsPART I: LABORATORY TESTS1. Using Laboratory Data2. Hematology Tests and Related Tests3. Routine Urinalysis and Other Urine Tests4. Renal Function Tests5. Four Commonly Measured Electrolytes6. Arterial Blood Gases and Related Tests7. Three Less Commonly Measured Electrolytes and Vitamin D8. Tests to Measure the Metabolism of Glucose and Other Sugars9. Tests to Measure Lipid Metabolism and Other Cardiac Risk Factors10. Tests Related to Serum Protein Levels, Tumor Markers, and Cancer Genomics11. Tests to Measure the Metabolism of Bilirubin12. Tests to Measure Enzymes and Cardiac Markers13. Coagulation Tests and Tests to Detect Occult Blood14. Serologic Tests: Immunohematology and Immunology15. Endocrine Tests16. Cultures and Rapid Tests for Infections17. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Toxicology Screens18. Tests Performed in Pregnancy and the Newborn Period PART II: CASE STUDIES19. Practice Interpretation of Laboratory Data PART III: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES20. Diagnostic Radiologic Tests21. Body Scans: CT, DXA, MRI, PET, and SPECT22. Nuclear Scans: Diagnostic Tests with Radionuclides or Radioisotopes23. Diagnostic Ultrasonography24. Common Noninvasive Diagnostic Tests25. Common Invasive Tests26. Stress Tests, Cardiac Catheterizations, Electrophysiologic Studies, and Syncope Tests27. Endoscopic Procedures28. Diagnostic Procedures Related to Childbearing Years AppendicesA. Reference Values for Newborns and Children Compared with Adult ValuesB. Possible Alterations in Reference Values for Older AdultsC. Altered Reference Values for Common Laboratory Tests in Normal PregnanciesD. Units of Measure

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Book SynopsisAlthough the general format of Stress Testing has not been changed in the Fifth Edition, the chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated. ''Take Home'' messages are sprinkled throughout the book to emphasize major concepts. The chapter on electrocardiographic changes has been completely reorganized to highlight the importance of unconventional markers of ischemia. Two new chapters cover the role of exercise echocardiography and exercise testing in congestive heart failure.Trade ReviewFrom reviews of the previous edition:This remains the best book to buy on the subject of exercise testing... an excellent book... recommended with enthusiasm. * International Journal of Cardiology *This book is to be recommended to all physicians who use exercise testing as a diagnostic or rehabilitation procedure. * Cardiology in Practice *I highly recommend this book for anyone involved in non-invasive cardiology. * Journal of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Technology *The author's style is to be lauded... (He) states clearly the absolute, relative and contraindications to stress testing... highly recommended. * Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation *I highly recommend this text as a well-written, integrated collection of current research, pathophysiology and clincal applications. * Physical Therapy *Table of Contents1: History of Stress Testing 2: Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Responses to Exercise 3: Physiology of Cardiac Ischemia 4: Indications 5: Contraindications, Risks, and Safety Precautions 6: Parameters to be Measured 7: Stress Echocardiography 8: Stress Testing Protocol 9: Memorial Heart Institute Protocol 10: Stress Testing After Myocardial Infarction 11: Stress Testing After Surgical Intervention and Coronary Angioplasty 12: ECG Patterns and Their Significance 13: Rhythm and Conduction Disturbances in Stress Testing 14: Predictive Implications 15: Stress Testing in Women 16: Stress Testing in Congestive Heart Failure 17: Chest Pain and Normal Coronary Arteries 18: Blood Pressure Measurements During Exercise 19: Silent Ischemia 20: Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation 21: Frederick W. James, MD: Pediatric Exercise Testing 22: Fred Mishkin, MD: Radionuclide Techniques in Stress Testing 23: Metabolic Abnormalities and Drugs 24: Ronald H. Startt Selvester, MD: Computer Technology and Exercise Testing

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Book SynopsisIn 1973, the American Psychiatric Association decided to publish a revised edition of their Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). There was great hope that a new manual would display psychiatry as a scientific field and aid in combating the attacks of an aggressive anti-psychiatry movement that had persisted for more than a decade.The Making of DSM-III is a book about the manual that resulted in 1980-DSM-III-a far-reaching revisionist work that created a revolution in American psychiatry. Its development precipitated a historic clash between the DSM-III Task Force - a group of descriptive, empirically oriented psychiatrists and psychologists - and the psychoanalysts the Task Force was determined to dethrone from their dominance in American psychiatry. DSM-III also inaugurated an era in which it and the diagnostic manuals that followed played enormous roles in the daily lives of persons and organizations all over the world, for the DSMs have been translated into many languages.The raTrade Review"In writing her magisterial history of DSM III, Hannah Decker has colorfully captured all the personal dramas, the institutional hijinks, the underlying forces, and the pervasive cultural implications. Born of a process that was never smooth or pretty, DSM III was nonetheless a turning point not only for psychiatry but also for how we see ourselves as individuals and as a society. A joy for historians, a must for clinicians, an eye opener for patients, and a great read for anyone." -- Allen Frances, MD, Head of the Task Force for DSM-IV and Professor Emeritus and Former Chair of the Department of Psychiatry, Duke University "[This] is a landmark work in the history of psychiatry. DSM-III both produced and reflected profound changes in the field of psychiatry whose import-for better and for worse-still reverberates. To my knowledge, this is the first book-length treatise documenting in extra-ordinary detail the process-warts and all-of the making of a psychiatric classification...In fine detail, the author helps us understand why the makers of DSM-III could not come up with a good working definition of 'mental illness,' and even a good working definition of the term they eventually used, 'Mental Disorder.' Tensions among biological, cultural, psychodynamic, and sociological perspectives are an important part of the story of what is so complex, enriching and frustrating in psychiatry... The Making of DSM-III® will remain a perennial guide to understanding much of the complexity of the field of mental health and mental illness." -- Bennett Simon, MD, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School "Decker beautifully details psychiatry's major shift of modern times. She describes very clearly for the reader the science, the culture, and the politics that produced the foundation of present-day psychiatry." -- Roger Peele MD, Secretary, American Psychiatric Association and Member DSM-5 Task Force "Everyone is aware of the significance of the publication of DSM 5 and its capacity to make and break both research and treatment programs. We know this because of the earthquake that was DSM III. Hannah Decker's book brings out how momentous this earthquake was and just what a contested field mental health is. Her account will be widely read and vigorously debated." -- David Healy, MD, FRCPsych, Author of Pharmageddon, Professor of Psychiatry, University of Cardiff, Wales "Dr. Decker's work is important in understanding the context and controversies that surround the DSM, which continue to this day with the recent release of DSM-V. This book will be of interest to people interested in the history of medicine and psychiatry, clinicians and researchers in any mental health discipline, and anyone who is interested in ongoing debates about the field of psychiatry." -- Debbie Sorensen, New Books in Psychology "This book is the most objective and well-documented history of DSM-III; it deserves wide readership." --Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica "The DSM - lll grew out of a conscious plan to help the field of psychiatry become more medically oriented. The story about the personalities of the people who made this happen and the politics surrounding the acceptance of DSM - III by the American Psychiatric Association makes for fascinating reading. Hannah Decker is an historian, and the research for this work is comprehensive. The writing is flawless. The photographs of the protagonists are wonderful. People interested in field of psychiatry can gain an excellent historical appreciation of this rapidly evolving field by reading this magnificent book by Hannah Decker." --Eugene H. Rubin, MD, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Vice Chair for Education, Department of Psychiatry, Washington University in St. Louis - School of Medicine "...very engaging." --The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease "Decker offers a refreshing dose of realism about how these manuals have been developed, explaining why decisions were made, but presenting them forthrightly as decisions rather than discoveries." --MetapsychologyTable of ContentsCONTENTS ; Illustrations ; INTRODUCTION ; Section I: The History ; 1. A Pivotal Three Decades: American Psychiatry After World War II ; Chronicle I: "Weller Than Well" ; Chronicle II: "Psychiatry Kills" ; Chronicle III: "Pseudopatients" and "Sexual Deviations" ; 2. Emil Kraepelin: Birth of Modern Descriptive Psychiatry ; 3. Kraepelin's Progeny: The "Neo-Kraepelinians" ; Section II: The People ; 4. Robert L. Spitzer, Psychiatric Revolutionary ; 5. The DSM-III Task Force and Psychiatric Empiricism ; Section III: The Making ; 6. A Brief History of Modern Classification and Problems with Reliability in ; Diagnosis ; 7. The Revolution Begins, 1973-1976 ; 8. A Snapshot in Time: DSM-III in Midstream, 1976 ; 9. The Eruption of Discord Following the Midstream Conference ; 10. Clinicians Vs. Researchers again and New Antagonisms Over Sexuality ; 11. The Psychoanalytic Awakening to DSM-III ; 12. The Field Trials and Yet More Controversies ; 13. The Final Weeks ; Conclusion ; Notes ; Interviews ; Bibliography ; Index ; About the Author

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Book SynopsisThis book describes statistical techniques for the design and evaluation of research studies on medical diagnostic tests, screening tests, biomarkers and new technologies for classification and prediction in medicine.Trade ReviewStatistical results are given a methodical treatment. In each chapter statistical results are motivated, stated and usually proven, and then illustrated on a variety of datasets based on actual trials. Many of the results were developed by Pepe and her colleagues, who have advanced the field in seminal ways. Chapters end with a concluding remarks section, a set of exercises, and proofs of more involved theoretical results, when needed. Concluding remarks sections nicely summarize results and discuss open research questions. References to key papers are given throughout. This structure allows the book to serve as both a classroom text and an excellent reference to the current literature. * Journal of Biopharmaceutical Studies *I very much recommend this book to a range of audiences, from those wanting an introduction to diagnostic test concepts and methods to active researchers in the area. This book is likely to stimulate considerable progress in development of new statistical methods for diagnostic tests, an area that relative to therapeutics has received little attention from biostatisticians. * Journal of Biopharmaceutical Studies *Table of Contents1. Introduction ; 2. Measures of Accuracy for Binary Tests ; 3. Comparing Binary Tests and Regression Analysis ; 4. The Receiver Operating Characteristic Curve ; 5. Estimating the ROC Curve ; 6. Covariate Effects on Continuous and Ordinal Tests ; 7. Incomplete Data and Imperfect Reference Tests ; 8. Study Design and Hypothesis Testing ; 9. More Topics and Conclusions ; References/Bibliography ; Index

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Book SynopsisThis volume offers a comprehensive and trustworthy solution to anybody wishing to sit, pass, and excel at the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians Part 1 examination.Table of Contents1: Dermatology 2: Endocrinology 3: Gastroenterology 4: Geriatric medicine 5: Infectious diseases and GUM 6: Ophthalmology

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Book SynopsisAcutely unwell patients can deteriorate dangerously without timely recognition and intervention. Emergencies in Clinical Medicine provides an easy-to-use guide to the prompt management of common medical emergencies. Designed for rapid use, it explains how to arrive at a differential diagnosis and how to prevent, manage, or treat an emergency. The second edition has been fully updated to reflect current clinical guidelines and includes several new topics, from pulmonary oedemas to the overdose patient. Revised to cover the curricula for core medical training (CMT) and acute care common stem (ACS), this text addresses exactly what the trainee doctor needs to know. The text covers emergencies from both a problem-based and disease-based approach. Cross-referencing between these two sections enables quick reference under pressure, with clear, step-by-step instructions and advice on when and who to call for help.With key algorithms for quick reference and easy to follow symbols indicating clTable of Contents1: Ben Skinner, John Page, Alan Weir, Piers Page: The basics 2: Upsana Tayal, Simon Patel , Geri Keane, Adam Stannard, Mark Garside, Will Sedley, Ben Skinner, Jim Shawcross, Alan Weir, Erin Hurst, Jenny Koo Ng, Anna Gruener, Caroline Page, Asif Shah, Natasha Eagles, Bojidar Goranov, Piers Page, Rachel Pearson, Chris Crome: Presentations 3: Upsana Tayal: Cardiology 4: Rebecca Taylor: Respiratory 5: Jonathan Schofield:: Endocrine 6: Geri Keane: Gastoenterology 7: Jenny Koo and Jim Shawcross: Renal and urology 8: Erin Hurst, Bojidar Goranov, and Will Sedley: Haematology and Oncology 9: Will Sedley: Neurology and neurosurgery 10: Piers Page, Chris Crome, Rachel Pearson, Seth Makin: Musculoskeletal medicine and dermatology 11: Matt Thomas, Elizabeth Ward: Surgery 12: Will Coles: Clinical biochemistry / drug toxicity

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Book SynopsisWhile paediatric cardiology may be a small specialty, it is important to note that congenital heart disease ranks as the most prevalent congenital condition globally. As a result, cardiac problems form a significant part of the workload of many general paediatricians, neonatologists, and other paediatric specialists. Beyond congenital heart conditions, acquired heart diseases are frequently encountered in general practice. The management of heart-related conditions can often be complex, leading to apprehension for junior doctors during their rotations in this field.The Oxford Specialist Handbook of Paediatric Cardiology aims to address this challenge and provides essential insights into the diagnosis, management, and care of young patients with heart conditions.This comprehensive guide to paediatric cardiology takes a systematic approach to heart lesions which will form a major part of the book, offering quick two-page refreshers for clinicians. It covers common heart surgeries, diagno

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Book SynopsisThe Intelligent Clinician''s Guide to the DSM-5 is the second edition of the widely-read book first published in 2013. This second edition is thoroughly revised, and has several new chapters describing the response to the publication of the new manual, as well as suggestions on its use in clinical practice.The Intelligent Clinician''s Guide to the DSM-5, Second Edition reviews the history of diagnosis in psychiatry, emphasizing the limitations for classification of our current lack of knowledge of the causes of most mental disorders. It emphasizes that, in the absence of biomarkers, current categories can only be considered provisional. It takes a critical look at schema for spectra and dimensionaliztion of diagnosis, examines the borders between normality and psychopathology, and discusses the problem of clinical utility. The book has chapters on all the major diagnoses in psychiatry, in which the main problems of diagnosis are addressed, and in which all changes in DSM-5 are described.Trade Review"[T]his is an excellent critique of the DSM-5 that astutely assesses the shortcomings as well as improvements of this latest DSM." --Doody'sTable of ContentsPart I: Diagnostic Principles ; Chapter 1-Introduction ; Chapter 2-The history of diagnosis in psychiatry ; Chapter 3-How diagnostic manuals are made ; Chapter 4-What is and is not a mental disorder ; Chapter 5-Diagnostic validity ; Chapter 6-Dimensionality ; Chapter 7-Clinical utility ; Part II: Specific Diagnoses ; Chapter 8-Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychoses ; Chapter 9-Bipolar and related disorders ; Chapter 10-Depressive disorders ; Chapter 11-Anxiety disorders, trauma, and the OCD spectrum ; Chapter 12- Substance abuse, eating, and sexual disorders ; Chapter 13-Neurodevelopmental and disruptive behavioral disorders ; Chapter 14-Personality disorders ; Chapter 15-Other diagnostic groups ; Part III-Overview ; Chapter 16-Responses to DSM-5 ; Chapter 17-DSM-5 in practice ; Chapter 18-A guide for the perplexed

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an easily portable yet comprehensive guide to the PACES examination. It includes all of the most relevant clinical information for the PACES exam supplemented by tips supplied by the highly experienced chapter authors. The main aim of the book is to consolidate candidates'' theoretical knowledge and help them apply it to the clinical examination scenario. In addition the book forms an excellent pocket reference for trainees in acute medicine, accident and emergency medicine, anaesthetics and critical care and general practice.Table of Contents1. Introduction ; 2. Respiratory ; 3. Abdomen ; 4. History taking ; 5. Cardiology ; 6. Neurology ; 7. Communication skills ; 8. Brief clinical consultation ; 9. MRCPI

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Book SynopsisThis handbook describes the diagnostic process clearly and logically, aiding medical students and others who wish to improve their diagnostic performance and to learn more about the diagnostic process.Trade ReviewThis is a nice memory aid for new clinicians as well as a refresher for clinicians who have been in the practice of medicine for a long time. * Doody's Notes *This book is useful for medical students of all years... and is perfect for ILAs, finals revision and wards round. As with all Oxford Handbooks, its handy size makes it very placement friendly. * North Wing *Table of Contents1. The diagnostic process ; 2. Interpreting the history and examination ; 3. General and endocrine symptoms and physical signs ; 4. Skin symptoms and physical signs ; 5. Cardiovascular symptoms and physical signs ; 6. Respiratory symptoms and physical signs ; 7. Gastrointestinal symptoms and physical signs ; 8. Urological and gynaecological symptoms and physical signs ; 9. Joint, limb, and back symptoms and physical signs ; 10. Psychiatric and neurological symptoms and physical signs ; 11. Laboratory tests ; 12. Chest x-rays ; 13. Making the diagnostic process evidence-based

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Book SynopsisHow Many More Questions?: Techniques for Clinical Interviews of Young Medically Ill Children provides readers with a comprehensive framework to understand how 5-10 year old children use language to formulate and communicate their thoughts. The book then guides the reader in how to effectively elicit information about sensitive and stressful topics from young children, such as their emotions, difficulties, problems, worries, and illness. Seventeen exquisitely written chapters that include twelve developmental guidelines, techniques, case examples, and illustrative dialogues provide the reader with the tools needed to address specific communication challenges involved in speaking with young children who have pain, medical trauma, terminal illness, or specific disorders like epilepsy. How Many More Questions? is useful for pediatric professionals who strive to acquire exceptional clinical interviewing skills and who no longer wish to hear children say, When are we done? The wide range of Trade Review"The book is well structured, beginning with chapter overview and ending with summary points at the end of each section, making it concise and focused. This is an excellent text for paediatric and child-psychiatry residents in consultation liason service, and child-life specialists starting out their training. --The Psychiatrist "With sensitivity and compassion for young children, and a focus on pragmatic and feasible solutions, the authors stress the importance of approaching clinical interviews in the contexts of the developmental stage of the child's communication skills, the impact of the specific illness on those skills, and the emotional and behavioral issues that so often arise from physical and psychological suffering." -- Steven C Schachter, MD, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA "Condensing years of clinical wisdom, the authors outline twelve essential developmental guidelines that should be considered in interviews of all children. These guidelines are accompanied by detailed, real life case vignettes that illustrate specific interviewing approaches and, equally important, which words and questions to avoid. These principles come to life in the second section of the book where they used to show how careful, developmentally-appropriate interviewing techniques form the corner stone of the diagnostic assessment." -- Richard J. Shaw, MD, Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA "In this important and innovative book, Caplan and Bursch utilize a developmentally sensitive framework to provide professionals from a variety of disciplines with the interviewing skills necessary to conduct challenging clinical interviews with young children who have medical, psychiatric, and/or neurological illnesses. They proffer developmental guidelines for how to obtain accurate clinical information from young children. The authors also present engaging and excellent clinical vignettes throughout the volume that illustrate the principles of developmentally sensitive interviewing with a variety of high-risk youngsters. I enthusiastically recommend this book." -- Dante Cicchetti, PhD, McKnight Presidential Chair, William Harris Professor, and Professor of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN "Caplan and Bursch understand how to talk to, and how to listen to, children. They also understand how to talk to adults who are struggling to do the same. In this remarkably successful book they provide us with a clear understanding of the child's world view, and with example after example, they show how what we think we are saying as adults can be heard differently." -- Christopher Eccleston, PhD. Centre for Pain Research, The University of Bath, UK. "[This] is an essential, practical, developmentally sensitive guide for clinicians learning to elicit useful and accurate information from young children including those with language deficits or other mild cognitive impairments. They perceptively cover a broad range of challenging topics from talking with children who have epilepsy and its concomitant psychiatric, cognitive, linguistic and psychosocial comorbidities to talking with children who have experienced medical trauma or are dying of a terminal illness. The gentle wisdom and accumulated knowledge of Caplan and Bursch comes shining through as they take our hand and walk us through the many questions we have to ask children to understand their cognitive and emotional experiences of medical care. Just as children often ask, "Are we there yet?" Caplan and Bursch take us on a learning journey and expertly help us arrive at our destination of how to communicate clearly with children." -- Maryland Pao, MD, Bethesda, Maryland "Thanks to Caplan and Bursch for providing an excellent reference for all practitioners who interact with young children as they sort out differential diagnoses involving physical, emotional and cognitive symptoms. The book contains many sample interviews that illustrate effective techniques along with practical guidelines for clinicians to become the child's "communication assistant" or "coach" partnering with the child and family to find the best possible solutions for their presenting concerns. I particularly appreciate the section that focuses on two of the most common somatic complaints, headaches and stomach aches, providing a laundry list of potential causes. The chapter discussing terminal illness is another invaluable component. This book is like having the Child Psychiatric Consult/Liaison team in your pocket." -- Beatrice Yorker, RN, MS, JD, Dean and Professor of Nursing, College of Health and Human Services, California State University, CA "History is without question the most important diagnostic tool in the armamentarium of anyone who provides healthcare to children, and yet it is often the most challenging thing to obtain. Critical portions of the history can only be obtained from the child him or herself...That is why this wonderful book...is such a gift to any healthcare professional who needs to communicate effectively with kids, be it pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists such as neurologists or psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists or social workers. By providing clear and concise information...this book provides an essential reference for pediatric healthcare professionals." -- Amy Brooks-Kayal, MD, Chief and Ponzio Family Chair in Pediatric Neurology Children's Hospital Colorado Professor of Pediatrics, Neurology and Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Colorado "The provision of sample interviews illustrating the rights and wrongs of asking children about their symptoms and opinions are invaluable. These vignettes also illustrate how to bring the parents into the picture by obtaining the permission and establishing the readiness of the child...This book will be invaluable for trainees in a variety of mental health, counselling and medical programs, and for more advanced practitioners to enhance their skills. I will certainly be using this book in my teaching and to enrich my own practice." -- Mary Lou Smith, PhD, CPsych, Department of Psychology, University of Toronto; and Neuropsychologist and Associate Senior Scientist, Neurosciences and Mental Health Program, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario Canada "The authors should be applauded for putting together such an important work. I enthusiastically endorse this book which I think will be an important addition to the pediatric literature for years to come." -- Joseph I. Sirven, MD, Editor-in-Chief, epilepsy.com "This is a wonderful tool for all professionals working with children. The authors provide one of the first written coaching guidelines with a rich developmental framework. The understanding of a child's perception of his/her feelings and thoughts about medical and behavioral care and the ability to respond accurately to a child's needs is essential. Few comprehensive resources designed to empower children through communication are available to healthcare professionals. The authors have made an outstanding contribution to improving the health of children." -- Susan M. Wechter, PhDc, RN, PPCPNP-BC, Walsh University Nursing School, Doody'sTable of ContentsIntroduction and overview ; Part I Interview basics ; 1. Developmental guidelines ; Part II Application of developmental guidelines: Assessment of emotions/behaviors in pediatric illness ; 2. Overview ; 3. Mood including anger and irritability ; 4. Fears and anxiety ; 5. Attention ; 6. Aggression ; 7. Insight, judgment, and reality testing ; 8. Somatization ; 9. Symptoms associated with autistic spectrum ; Part III Application of the developmental guidelines: A comprehensive assessment of pediatric epilepsy ; 10. Overview ; 11. Biological aspects of pediatric epilepsy ; 12. Psychosocial impact of pediatric epilepsy ; Part IV Application of the developmental guidelines: Specific communication challenges in young ill children ; 13. Overview ; 14. Pediatric pain ; 15. Pediatric iatrogenic trauma symptoms ; 16. Pediatric terminal illness ; Part V Brief review and next steps ; 17. "Guess what? We are done. You are such a good talker and did such a great job!"

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Book SynopsisHow Doctors Think defines the nature and importance of clinical judgment. Although physicians make use of science, this book argues that medicine is not itself a science but rather an interpretive practice that relies on clinical reasoning. A physician looks at the patient''s history along with the presenting physical signs and symptoms and juxtaposes these with clinical experience and empirical studies to construct a tentative account of the illness.How Doctors Think is divided into four parts. Part one introduces the concept of medicine as a practice rather than a science; part two discusses the idea of causation; part three delves into the process of forming clinical judgment; and part four considers clinical judgment within the uncertain nature of medicine itself. In How Doctors Think, Montgomery contends that assuming medicine is strictly a science can have adverse side effects, and suggests reducing these by recognizing the vital role of clinical judgment. This is a book that wiTable of ContentsPART I. MEDICINE AS A PRACTICE ; 1. Medicine and the Limits of Knowledge ; 2. The Misdescription of Medicine ; PART II. CLINICAL JUDGMENT AND THE IDEA OF CAUSE ; 3. Clinical Judgment and the Interpretation of the Case ; 4. "What Brings You Here Today?": The Idea of Cause in Medical Practice ; 5. The Simplification of Clinical Cause ; 6. Clinical Judgment and the Problem of Particularizing ; PART III. THE FORMATION OF CLINICAL JUDGMENT ; 7. Aphorisms, Maxims, and Old Saws: Some Rules of Clinical Reasoning ; 8. "Don't Think Zebras": A Theory of Clinical Knowing ; 9. Knowing One's Place: The Evaluation of Clinical Judgment ; PART IV. CLINICAL JUDGMENT AND THE NATURE OF MEDICINE ; 10. The Self in Medicine: The Use and Misuse of the Science Claim ; 11. A Medicine of Neighbors ; 12. Uncertainty and the Ethics of Practice

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Book SynopsisVideo Protocols and Techniques for Movement Disorders presents this visually-based subspecialty through a truly unique product, illustrating how to establish a start-of-the-art videotaping workspace as well as how to instruct patients on how to participate in videotaped examination. The authors cover various technical issues-space, lighting, equipment-as well as medical protocols related to filming movement disorders, accounting for patient variability and abilities. This essential guide teaches the reader how to capture the key features of a given patient''s disorder, detailing the ideal interactions between the videographer and patient. Issues of video storage and editing are addressed in practical terms.Your purchase of Video Protocols and Techniques for Movement Disorders provides you personal access to this online-only product as part of Oxford Medicine Online (www.oxfordmedicine.com http://www.oxfordmedicine.com). At the time of this printing, Oxford Medicine Online allows you toTable of ContentsAcknowledgments ; IIntroduction ; Why is videotaping important? ; Why should videotaping be standardized? ; Part 1: Basics of Videotaping in the Clinic ; Chapter 1: Technical Aspects of Videotaping ; A. Hardware considerations ; B. Software considerations ; C. Long-term storage ; Chapter 2: Environment for Taping ; A. Videotaping Environment ; B. Equipment and Props ; Chapter 3: Consent Issues for Videotaping ; A. Clinical use, including minors and intellectually disabled ; B. Research use ; C. Educational use ; Chapter 4: Instructions for the Videographer ; Chapter 5: Editing Videos for Publication ; Part 2: Video Protocols and Examples ; Chapter 6: General ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 7: Parkinson Disease ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 8: Atypical Parkinsonian Disorders ; A. Apraxia ; B. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy ; C. Multiple system atrophy ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 9: Deep Brain Stimulator Surgery Evaluation ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 10: Dyskinesia ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 11: Tremor ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 12: Dystonia ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Dystonia Protocol ; D. Video Protocol Based on TWSTRS ; E. References ; Chapter 13: Ataxia ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 14: Tics and Tourette Syndrome ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 15: Chorea ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 16: Myoclonus ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 17: Functional Movement Disorders ; A. Introduction ; B. Videos ; C. Protocols ; Chapter 17: Functional Movement Disorders

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Autistic Intelligence: Interaction, Individuality, and the Challenges of Diagnosis proposes and characterizes a way of understanding autistic strengths, based on research conducted in two decades: the mid-1980s and the mid-2010s . . . Autistic Intelligence is rich with stories and very readable . . . [It] richly unpacks these stories and provides tools for perhaps remaking them." * Social Service Review *“A creative and original ethnographic study of a clinic at which developmental disabilities are diagnosed. Maynard and Turowetz introduce new analytical tools to understand the nature and varieties of autistic intelligence.” -- Mitchell Duneier, Princeton University"An authoritative challenge to conventional public and expert orientations toward autism, this is an ethnography about meaning-making that is brilliant in its own way.” -- Harvey Molotch, New York University"In Autistic Intelligence: Interaction, Individuality, and the Challenges of Diagnosis, Maynard and Turowetz offer a detailed and caring investigation of the autism diagnostic process. Drawing on a wealth of data and personal experience with autism spectrum disorders, the authors argue for expanding everyday interactional repertoires to enable intersubjectivity (co-meaning making) with autistic people, increasing the flexibility of the commonsense repertoires we all use to navigate the world." -- Alexandra H. Vinson * Symbolic Interaction *Table of ContentsChapter 1: Common Sense and the Interaction Order of the Clinic Chapter 2: A Brief History and Biology of Autism Diagnosis: Why We Need an Interactional Approach Chapter 3: An Interactional Entrance to Autism Diagnosis Chapter 4: Autistic Intelligence as Uncommon Sense Chapter 5: Varieties of Autistic Intelligence Chapter 6: Doing Diagnosis: Narrative Structure Chapter 7: Is Autism Real? Chapter 8: Interaction and the Particular Autistic Person Acknowledgments Notes References Index

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Autistic Intelligence: Interaction, Individuality, and the Challenges of Diagnosis proposes and characterizes a way of understanding autistic strengths, based on research conducted in two decades: the mid-1980s and the mid-2010s . . . Autistic Intelligence is rich with stories and very readable . . . [It] richly unpacks these stories and provides tools for perhaps remaking them." * Social Service Review *“A creative and original ethnographic study of a clinic at which developmental disabilities are diagnosed. Maynard and Turowetz introduce new analytical tools to understand the nature and varieties of autistic intelligence.” -- Mitchell Duneier, Princeton University"An authoritative challenge to conventional public and expert orientations toward autism, this is an ethnography about meaning-making that is brilliant in its own way.” -- Harvey Molotch, New York University"In Autistic Intelligence: Interaction, Individuality, and the Challenges of Diagnosis, Maynard and Turowetz offer a detailed and caring investigation of the autism diagnostic process. Drawing on a wealth of data and personal experience with autism spectrum disorders, the authors argue for expanding everyday interactional repertoires to enable intersubjectivity (co-meaning making) with autistic people, increasing the flexibility of the commonsense repertoires we all use to navigate the world." -- Alexandra H. Vinson * Symbolic Interaction *Table of ContentsChapter 1: Common Sense and the Interaction Order of the Clinic Chapter 2: A Brief History and Biology of Autism Diagnosis: Why We Need an Interactional Approach Chapter 3: An Interactional Entrance to Autism Diagnosis Chapter 4: Autistic Intelligence as Uncommon Sense Chapter 5: Varieties of Autistic Intelligence Chapter 6: Doing Diagnosis: Narrative Structure Chapter 7: Is Autism Real? Chapter 8: Interaction and the Particular Autistic Person Acknowledgments Notes References Index

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