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Book SynopsisNucleic Acid Testing for Human Disease describes various techniques including target and signal amplification-based NAT procedures, microarrays, bead-based multiplex assays, in situ hybridization, and SNP techniques. This book discusses RNA expression profiling and laboratory issues such as the need for proper validation of tests intended for routine use. It focuses on specific applications of NATs to human disease diagnosis and treatment, from viral, bacterial, fungal, and protozoan detection to genetic exploration by SNP determinations, patterns of RNA expression, and the growing relevance of epigenetic changes. It also offers different perspectives on future directions in the field.Table of ContentsNucleic acid diagnostic technology. Target Amplification-Based Techniques. Signal Amplification-Based Techniques. Microarrays: Human Disease Detection and Monitoring. Bead-Based Flow Systems: From Centralized Laboratories to Genetic Testing in the Field. In situ Hybridization. SNP Detection Techniques. RNA Expression Profiling. Evolution of the Molecular Microbiology Laboratory. Disease applications of NAT tests. Bacterial STDs. Sexually Transmissible Viral Pathogens: The Human Papillomaviruses and Herpes Simplex Viruses. Blood-Borne Viruses in Clinical and Diagnostic Virology. Molecular Methods for the Diagnosis of Fungal Infections. Molecular Diagnostic Approaches in Infectious Disease. Cancer Detection and Prognosis. Common Inherited Genetic Disorders. Bridging the Gap Between Analytical and Clinical Validation. Future Perspectives on Nucleic Acid Testing. Index.

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Book SynopsisPinpoint the correct diagnosis with this user-friendly guide to differential diagnosis in otolaryngology Thieme congratulates Michael G. Stewart on being chosen by New York magazine for its prestigious 'Best Doctors 2018' list. Designed as a practical resource for rapid and accurate diagnosis in otolaryngology - head and neck surgery and facial plastic surgery, this comprehensive manual uses an innovative format that simulates what physicians experience in daily practice. Each symptom-based chapter opens with the patient's presentation followed by an easily accessible list of potential diagnoses and supplementary data on the features of the different diseases to help the user correctly identify the problem. Features: Chapters labeled by signs and symptoms - not by disease - enable quick clinical reference In-depth coverage of the diagnostic evaluation, including PET/CT of the head and neck, allergy and immunologic evaluation, key information on how to assess a variety of complaints, and much more Numerous cross-references throughout the text clearly link different symptoms and diseases to provide a solid understanding of each diagnosis 82 high-quality illustrations and clinical photographs, including 52 in full-color, demonstrate lesions and diseases Well-organized tables of rare diseases and syndromes aid rapid review Differential Diagnosis in Otolaryngology is a must-have reference and refresher for clinicians in otolaryngology who need to update their knowledge of their own and other subspecialties in the field of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. It is also a valuable tool for otolaryngology residents and fellows as they prepare for daily practice or study for exams. Table of ContentsSection I. Diagnostic Evaluation Section II. Differential Diagnosis in Adult Otology and Neurotology Section III. Differential Diagnosis in Pediatric Otology and Neurotology Section IV. Differential Diagnosis in Adult Rhinology and Sinus Disease Section V. Differential Diagnosis in Pediatric Rhinology and Sinus Disease Section VI. Differential Diagnosis in the Oral Cavity (Adult and Pediatric) Section VII. Differential Diagnosis in the Larynx, Pharynx, Trachea, and Esophagus (Adult and Pediatric) Section VIII. Differential Diagnosis of the Adult Skin, Face, and Neck including the Thyroid and Parathyroid Section IX. Differential Diagnosis of Pediatric Skin, Face, and Neck Disorders Section X. Differential Diagnosis in Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery, Trauma, and Reconstruction Section XI. Using New and Forthcoming Technologies for Differential Diagnosis

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to MRI for musculoskeletal abnormalities Differential Diagnosis in Musculoskeletal MRI is a unique desk reference offering extensive descriptions of MRI findings that enable radiologists to more easily diagnose a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. The authors have placed the most essential content covering etiologic, clinical, and pathological aspects in tabular format to assist readers in quickly and efficiently obtaining the information they need. Features: More than 2,000 state-of-the-art images covering the features for both common and rare musculoskeletal conditions Authors provide a practical approach to MRI evaluation and differential diagnosis selection Differential diagnosis tables are based on anatomic locations of lesions This practical reference is an invaluable tool that practicing radiologists, residents, and fellows will use to diagnose both common and rare lesions as well as other disorders of the musculoskeletal system. It is an excellent guide for use in daily practice as well as a comprehensive exam preparation tool.Table of Contents1 Introduction to Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Evaluation of Musculoskeletal Abnormalities 2 The Shoulder 3 The Elbow 4 The Wrist 5 The Hand 6 The Hip 7 The Knee 8 The Ankle and Foot 9 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors and Tumor-Like Lesions: An Overview 10 Lesions Involving Bones 11 Lesions within Joints 12 Lesions Involving the Soft Tissues

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Book SynopsisAuthored by renowned neuro-radiologist Steven P. Meyers, Differential Diagnosis in Neuroimaging: Brain and Meninges is a stellar guide for identifying and diagnosing brain pathologies based on location and neuroimaging results. The succinct text reflects more than 25 years of hands-on experience gleaned from advanced training and educating residents and fellows in radiology, neurosurgery, and neurology. The high-quality MRI, CT, PET, PET/CT, conventional angiography, and X-ray images have been collected over Dr. Meyers's lengthy career, presenting an unsurpassed visual learning tool. The distinctive 'three-column table plus images' format is easy to incorporate into clinical practice, setting this book apart from larger, disease-oriented radiologic tomes. The layout enables readers to quickly recognize and compare abnormalities based on high-resolution images. Key Highlights Tabular columns organized by anatomical abnormality include brain imaging findings and a summary of key clinical data that correlates to the images Comprehensive imaging of the brain, ventricles, meninges, and neurovascular system in both children and adults, including congenital/developmental anomalies and acquired disease More than 1,900 figures illustrate the radiological appearance of intracranial lesions, masses, neurodegenerative disorders, ischemia and infarction, and more This visually rich resource is a must-have diagnostic tool for radiologists, neurosurgeons, and neurologists, and residents and fellows. The highly practical format makes it ideal for daily rounds, as well as a robust study guide for physicians preparing for board exams.Trade ReviewThis is a highly valuable book that contains a tremendous amount of information in words and pictures. It should be a must-have guide and reference manual for anyone involved in neurology and neurosurgery. -- BIZ INDIA ...an outstanding way to learn imaging anatomy and corresponding diseases...This [series] is a highly desirable set of books and would be a valuable addition to any neuroradiologist's personal collection, and certainly to any departmental or sectional library. -- AJNR BlogTable of Contents1 Brain (Intra-Axial Lesions) 2 Ventricles and Cisterns 3 Extra-Axial Lesions 4 Meninges 5 Vascular Abnormalities

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Book SynopsisUpdated with new treatments and algorithms, ECG Facts Made Incredibly Quick! Second Edition provides instant access to information that every nurse needs for safe patient care. The book fits comfortably into a pocket, and the wipeable page surface allows nurses to write notes and remove them easily. Coverage includes basic electrocardiography including cardiac conduction, lead placement, and heart rate calculation; rhythm strip interpretation; causes, signs and symptoms, interventions, and treatment for arrhythmias; 12-lead and 15-lead ECG interpretation; ECG changes with angina, MI, pericarditis, and bundle branch block; and antiarrhythmic drugs, pacemakers, and ICDs. Scores of ECG waveforms, treatment algorithms, and charts are included. Distinctive-colored tabs identify each section.

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Book SynopsisPredictive, preventive and personalised medicine offers great promise for the future practice of medicine. Essential components of this approach include well-organised population screening protocols utilising novel diagnostic biomarkers of disease states, targeted prevention of common human pathologies, optimal treatment planning and personalised medicine thereby resulting in substantial improvement of the quality of life. This approach also offers the advantage of delivering care at potentially reduced costs to the population at large thereby addressing social and ethical issues related to access to and affordability of health care. Consequently, conventional medicine and new branches of biomedicine are currently challenging many issue-related questions: Should molecular diagnostic approaches be considered complementary or substitutive measures to conventional approaches? How reliable are biomarkers for any given pathology? How to distinguish between the highly predictive power of innovation and quackery in diagnostics? How to overcome currently well-recognisable (inter)national barriers in knowledge transfer? How to correctly educate the new generation of experts in bio- and predictive medicine? The book addresses these highly relevant issues and provides some clues for plausible solutions. The information presented in this book emphasises the necessity of individualised patient treatment and provides compelling reasons as to why "across-the-board" treatment is not warranted. Application of nutritional proteomics results in individualised optimal diet and may potentially restrict the epidemic scale of type 2 Diabetes mellitus. A broad distribution and a routine clinical utilisation of these advanced technological approaches could enable a significant portion of the population to reach the 100-year age limit yet remaining vibrant in excellent physical and mental health and as actively contributing members of society. The examples given in the book are based on well-recognised expertise, scientific publications and international patents. A panel of leading world experts and authorities of the international issue-related associations have contributed to the book by addressing relevant issues and topics such as model-based patient-care and individualised therapy-planning, reproductive medicine and postnatal diagnostics, early/predictive diagnosis and optimised treatment of cancer as well as the most frequent neurodegenerative disorders.

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Book SynopsisBecause principles of nursing process are the building blocks for all care models, the nursing process is the first model nurses need to learn to “think like a nurse.” This trusted resource provides the practical guidance needed to understand and apply each phase of the nursing process, with an increased emphasis on developing both critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills. With an easy-to-follow and engaging writing style, the author provides strategies, tools, and abundant examples to help nurses develop the skills they need to thrive in today’s complex health care setting.

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Book SynopsisIn this book, the authors gather and present current research in the study of the principles, analysis and benefits of screening tests. Topics discussed include the development of a screening instrument to detect common mental disorders in long-term sickness absence; a vision screening test in new-borns; nailfold capillaroscopy as a basic screening tool in Raynaud''s phenomenon; the Profile of Moods Scale to assess six dimensions of mood; the Audio Recorded Cognitive Screen (ARCS) as a flexible and versatile instrument of clinical and research settings.

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Book SynopsisSince the publication of the first edition of the Handbook in 2002, optical methods for biomedical diagnostics have developed in many well-established directions, and new trends have also appeared. To encompass all current methods, the text has been updated and expanded into two volumes.Volume 2: Methods begins by describing the basic principles and diagnostic applications of optical techniques based on detecting and processing the scattering, fluorescence, FT IR, and Raman spectroscopic signals from various tissues, with an emphasis on blood, epithelial tissues, and human skin. The second half of the volume discusses specific imaging technologies, such as Doppler, laser speckle, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fluorescence and photoacoustic imaging.

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Book SynopsisAdvanced diagnostic imaging (ADI) services, such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine (NM), allow physicians to diagnose life-threatening diseases like cancer and heart disease with greater speed and precision. The Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (MIPPA) required that beginning January 1, 2012, suppliers that produce the images for Medicare-covered ADI services in office settings, such as physician offices, be accredited by an organization approved by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This book examines the effect the accreditation requirement may have on beneficiary access to ADI services provided in the office setting. It also assesses CMS''s standards for accreditation of ADI suppliers; CMS''s oversight of the accreditation requirement; trends in Medicare spending on imaging services from 2000 through 2006; the relationship between spending growth and the provision of imaging services in physicians'' offices; and imaging management practices used by private payers that may have lessons for Medicare.

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking, comprehensive guide for managing, treating and preventing cancer. It’s a sad truth of our times that one in three people will experience cancer in their lifetime. By 2040, the probability will rise to one in two. Holistic Cancer Medicine is for cancer patients – from newly diagnosed to the late stage – as well as a comprehensive guide on how to reduce the risk of cancer in the first place. Dr Henning Saupe’s programme focusses on how those affected by cancer can carry out treatment to cure or control the disease while maintaining quality of life. As the founder and director of Germany’s leading complementary cancer clinic, Dr Saupe offers Holistic Cancer Medicine as the culmination of twenty-five years of experience treating the disease. Dr Saupe complements standard treatment models with less burdensome, less invasive and more natural methods. Dr Saupe identifies The Holistic Model of the Twelve Vital Fields, describing the dynamic interplay between, nutrition, circulation, the microbiome, mitochondrial health, acid-base balance, chronic infections and more. He shares innovative treatments that address specific imbalances in the twelve vital fields, as well as specific tumour-killing methods, such as insulin potentiation therapy (IPT), photodynamic therapy (PDT), local and whole-body hyperthermia and pulsating electromagnetic frequency therapy (PEMF). He also details inner-life training (ILT) and affirmations for both physical and emotional pain, as well as tools for palliative care. Holistic Cancer Medicine is not just for cancer patients, but relatives, friends and colleagues supporting loved ones through the stages of cancer. It is also for people seeking to prevent the disease. An essential read during a critical time of life, this is a groundbreaking book on cancer care with an essential and compassionate message – that a diagnosis of cancer and living a full, vibrant life are not mutually exclusive.Trade Review“Dr. Saupe’s comprehensive new book shows that there is so much a person can do to treat and prevent cancer in addition to conventional medicine. If you want to gain a thorough understanding of cancer cells and the immune system, I highly recommend Holistic Cancer Medicine.” —Kelly A. Turner, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Radical Hope and Radical Remission“We need a new path forward in the realm of cancer; not only for the way we think about the formation of this devastating process but also in its treatment. Dr. Henning Saupe’s new book accomplishes both of those things by reworking the very foundation of cancer science, making this a ‘must read’ for anyone serious about understanding how cancer begins and what we can do about it.” —Dr. Chris Chlebowski, author of The Virus and The Host“Dr Saupe is one of the few medical professionals who truly understands the meaning of ‘holistic’ in the context of treating cancer. In Holistic Cancer Medicine, Dr. Saupe not only covers specific treatment strategies that can be key to recovery and healing, he also addresses the limitations of certain treatment and diagnostic approaches, and how to incorporate them effectively. Dr. Saupe tackles delicate and complex discussions in a highly approachable, humble, and practical way without being overwhelming or dogmatic, and the scientific rationale he offers will leave you in awe of both the simplicity and complexity of the human body—and what it truly means to heal and recover.” —Patricia Daly, coauthor of The Ketogenic Kitchen“As a clinical oncologist, I cannot over-emphasize the value of Holistic Cancer Medicine. In it, Dr. Henning Saupe covers authentic and scientifically proven holistic treatments for cancer, with profound potential to change how we view and respond to a cancer diagnosis. Determining root causes and changing mindsets with simple interventions and lifestyle modifications, holistic cancer treatment can be a game changer for our patients’ prognoses and quality of life, under the supervision of a trained holistic or integrative doctor. Let the healing begin!” —Dr. Wafaa Abdel-Hadi, clinical oncologist; founder, AWARE clinic“The integrative oncology community is a small and diverse mix of practitioners from all over the globe. Though we may differ on philosophy and approach, we align at the core: that there is much more to be done to support the patient dealing with a cancerous process than the standard of care alone can offer. I have traveled the world to observe and study with many practitioners—from standard-of-care, state-of-the-art hospitals to shamans in remote villages—and I always learn something new! No one person has all the answers. Just as there are unique fingerprints, there are unique perspectives and approaches to tend to the terrain of the individual. Having had the honor of visiting Dr. Saupe’s beautiful clinic, spending time with his patients, and presenting together at some international conferences, it is clear we resonate deeply in how we think about and care for the patient. Dr. Saupe’s personal and professional experience offer insights to invoke the curiosity and commitment of the patient into taking a more comprehensive look and approach to their cancer care process.” —Dr. Nasha Winters, founder and CEO, drnasha.com; coauthor of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer and Mistletoe and the Emerging Future of Integrative Oncology“Holistic Cancer Medicine is a fascinating and important book written by a highly knowledgeable doctor. Dr. Henning Saupe shares his experience and passion in this essential read. A must-read for anyone who wants to empower themselves.” —Sophie Trew, cofounder, Trew Fields Festival; cancer survivor and cancer coach“Holistic Cancer Medicine is a must-read for everyone—doctors, nurses, patients, family members, and anyone who wants to prevent cancer. Not only does the book inform you about the twelve vital fields involved in healing cancer; it also teaches you how to prevent cancer in the first place by creating balance and well-being in the body.” —Katie Deming, MD, radiation oncologist

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Book SynopsisAs a mental health clinician, you know that every client is unique and a client's symptoms are the result of a complex combination of psychological, environmental, genetic, and neural factors. However, the de facto DSM model poses considerable constraints on how you can treat clients-often resulting in a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. This important volume challenges the assumptions and approach made by the DSM, and provides a vision and plan for an evidence-based, process-based approach to individualised care.With contributions from renowned experts in the field-including Steven C. Hayes, Stefan G. Hofmann, Joseph Ciarrochi, Matthew McKay, Uma Vaidyanathan, Sarah Morris, David Sommers, J. Scott Fraser, and many more-this groundbreaking book will show you a new way to recognize the complexity of human suffering and human prosperity. You'll find solid tips for treating a wide variety of psychological issues in a more flexible way. And, finally, you'll come away with a greater understanding of the "processes of change," and how to build a solid foundation for an alternative to syndromal diagnosis.The future of mental health treatment is process-based. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, student, instructor, or other professional working in the mental health field, this breakthrough volume offers everything you need to understand process-based treatment and create a more customized and effective approach to treating clients.

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Book SynopsisIn September 1971, Swiss scientists Eva Engvall and Peter Perlmann published a communication in the journal Immunochemistry on enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) as a quantitative assay of immunoglobulin G. They have modified radioimmunoassay (RIA) by replacing the radioactive iodine with enzymes and used in determining the levels of IgG in rabbit serum. Fifty years after, ELISA is still the most commonly used technique in measuring peptides, proteins, antibodies, antigens, and hormones in various samples. This plate-based assay is a very versatile laboratory technique and offers many advantages to laboratory scientists and researchers such as generating quick results, simple protocols, high sensitivity, being easily automated and being convenient to perform. Its application in the diagnosis of different infectious diseases has shown the unquestionable importance of this technique even in the modern world. In this book, the usefulness of ELISA in the control of different parasitic diseases including schistosomiasis, babesiosis, and malaria will be discussed. There is also a chapter featuring an extensive discussion on the use of ELISA in functional food development and regulation. And finally, the last two chapters will present advanced techniques inspired by ELISA including a rapid immunoassay for detecting paralytic shellfish poisoning toxins and the enzyme-linked aptamer assay. May this book provide significant information regarding the current advances and applications of ELISA and possibly inspire its use in another 50 years.

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Book SynopsisYour essential guide in the assessment and diagnostic process. Step by step, you’ll hone your ability to perform effective health assessments, obtain valid data, interpret the findings, and recognize the range of conditions that can be indicated by specific findings to reach an accurate differential diagnosis. You’ll have coverage of 170 conditions and symptoms across the lifespan at your fingertips. Expanded, Revised & Updated! Thoroughly updated to reflect the art and the science of primary care practice as well as the newest evidence and changes in health care New Chapter!Differential Studies New & Expanded! Content in Chapter 1 on history taking-techniques and skills for special populations Expanded! Lab diagnostics information, as well as discussions of health disparities, cultural humility, and competency New Content! Genetic testing for pharmacologic prescriptions for psychiatric mental health conditions New! Diagnosis algorithm decision trees designed to help nurses assess and diagnose conditions such as chronic sore throat, chronic insomnia, and more Coverage of 170 conditions and symptoms across the life span—including children, older adults, and pregnant patients. Complaint-focused approach organized by body system, including discussions of complex conditions Step-by-step how tos for taking a focused history, performing a physical based on presenting complaints/problems, and interpreting the findings Guidance on selecting diagnostic tests and interpreting those studies to help narrow down the diagnoses Prediction rules for selected disorders Quick-reference features, including red flags ÿ assessment pearls ÿ medications causing symptoms ÿ and selected causes of symptoms Trade ReviewPowerful little clinical assessment tool! Book required for graduate nursing course. Didn't disappoint! Especially helpful with formulating the differential diagnoses in the care plan..." - Susan, Online Reviewer"Really good organization. Helpful descriptions. Easy to find information. I actually really liked this text for my Advanced Assessment course. I liked how it was broken down by area or body system, and then further broken down my differential diagnosis. The information is organized in a way that makes sense and is super easy to skim to find exactly what you need." - Alexx, Online ReviewerTable of Contents I.The Art of Assessment and Clinical Decision Making 1.The Art of Assessment and Clinical Decision Making 2.Differential Studies 3.Genomic Assessment: Interpreting Findings and Formulating Differential DiagnosesII.Advanced Assessment and Differential Diagnosis by Body Regions and Systems 4.Skin 5.Head, Face, and Neck 6.The Eye 7.Ear, Nose, Mouth, and Throat 8.Cardiac and Peripheral Vascular Systems 9.Respiratory System 10.Breasts 11.Abdomen 12.Genitourinary System 13.Male Reproductive System 14.Female Reproductive System 15.Musculoskeletal System 16.Neurological System 17.Nonspecific Complaints 18.Psychiatric Mental HealthIII.Assessments and Differential Diagnosis with Special Patient Populations 19.Pediatric Patients 20.Pregnant Patients 21.Assessment of the Transgender or Gender Diverse Adult 22.Older Patients 23.Persons with Disabilities

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Book SynopsisGreat for nursing school, you will use it constantly.“Best nursing lab book I've encountered. Definitely worth the money.”—Online ReviewerSupports nursing practice and clinical judgment better than any other manual! Written by a laboratory scientist and a nurse educator, this easy-to-read, full-color manual delivers all the information you need to understand how tests work, interpret their results, and provide quality patient care—pre-test, intra-test, and post-test—with a unique focus on clinical judgment. Tests and procedures are listed in alphabetical order by their complete name for quick reference. The integrated index allows fast searches by abbreviation, synonym, disease/disorder, specimen type, or test classification.Explore more! An access code in new, print texts unlocks Fast Find: Lab & Dx, the complete monograph library online. New! “Core Lab Study” labels identifying 35 need-to-know, clinically significant laboratory studies New! “Nursing Implications, Nursing Process, Clinical Judgement” sections, and a “Clinical Judgment” statement at the end of every entry “Potential Nursing Problems” tables “Common Use” explanations for each monograph Coverage of patient teaching, patient safety, and “Sensitivity to Social and Cultural Issues” and “Nutritional Considerations,” where appropriate Diagnostic imaging monographs with explanations of the reasons for the test results Pathophysiology information that explains why a lab test result is increased or decreased Reference Ranges in both conventional and SI units (with the SI unit conversion factor) that include age- and gender-specific variations when indicated and normal variations due to cultural considerations Interfering Factors, including food, natural products, timing of test, handling of specimens, underlying patient conditions, and drugs that may interfere with the results of the test Laboratory and diagnostic tests for subspecialties, such as maternity, therapeutic drug monitoring, nutrition and sensory Cross referencing of related lab and diagnostic tests in every monograph Table of Contents Why This Book Will Help You Be a Better Nurse: The Intersection of Nursing Care and Lab/Dx Testing Preface Studies Laboratory/Diagnostic Procedural Checklist Appendices In-Book A.Patient Preparation and Specimen Collection B.Skin Assessment for Infection, Hematoma, and Pressure Damage C.The Human Microbiome: Patient Care Considerations for Nurses Appendices Online D.Current Trends in Health Care—NEW! E.Laboratory Critical Finding F.Diagnostic Critical Findings Bibliography Online Index

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Book SynopsisMolecular Diagnostics introduces the concept as a collection of techniques used to analyze biological markers in the genome and proteome. The book discusses in detail the various techniques of Nucleic acid-based methods, Gel based techniques and techniques related to Solid state systems. It further throws light on the applications in treating various diseases and in the food industry. Towards the end, a holistic overview of current market scenario and research is given.

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Book SynopsisEarly hearing detection and intervention (EHDI) is the gold standard for any practising audiologist, and for families of infants and children with hearing impairment. EHDI programmes aim to identify, diagnose and provide intervention to children with hearing impairment from as early as six months old (as well as those at risk for hearing impairment) to ensure they develop and achieve to their potential. Yet EHDI remains a significant challenge for Africa, and various initiatives are in place to address this gap in transferring policy into practice within the southern African context.The diversity of factors in the southern African context presents unique challenges to teaching and research in this field, which has prompted this book project. The South African government's heightened focus on increasing access to health care which includes ongoing Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes, make this an opportune time for establishing and documenting evidence-based research for current undergraduate and postgraduate students. Early Detection and Intervention in Audiology: An African Perspective aims to address this opportunity.Grounded in an African context with detailed case studies, this book provides rich content that pays careful attention to contextual relevance and contextual responsiveness to both identification and intervention in hearing impairment. With diverse contributions from experts in local and international contexts, but always with an African perspective, this is textbook will be an invaluable resource for students, researchers and practitioners.Table of Contents List of illustrations Abbreviations and acronyms Acknowledgements Section One: Early Detection of Hearing Impairment Chapter 1 A Paradigm Shift in Early Hearing Detection and Intervention in South Africa - Amisha Kanji and Katijah Khoza-Shangase Chapter 2 Exploring Early Detection of Hearing Impairment in Sub-Saharan Africa - Amisha Kanji Chapter 3 Approaches to Early Detection of Hearing Impairment in Low and Middle-Income Countries - Amisha Kanji Chapter 4 Implementing Early Hearing Detection in the South African Health Care Context - Luisa Petrocchi-Bartal, Katijah Khoza-Shangase and Amisha Kanji Chapter 5 Confronting Realities to Early Hearing Detection in South Africa - Katijah Khoza-Shangase Chapter 6 Contextualisation of Risk Factors for Hearing Impairment - Jane Fitzgibbons, Rachael Beswick and Carlie Driscoll Section Two: Early Intervention for Hearing Impairment Chapter 7 Approaches to Early Intervention for Hearing Impairment - Amisha Kanji and Aisha Casoojee Chapter 8 Models of Care in Early Intervention for Children with Hearing Impairment - Amisha Kanji Chapter 9 Continuity of Care at School for the Hearing-Impaired Child - Katijah Khoza-Shangase SECTION THREE: COMPLEXITIES OF EARLY HEARING DETECTION AND INTERVENTION Chapter 10 Sensory Impairments in Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Nomfundo F. Moroe Chapter 11 Family-Centred Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Ntsako Precious Maluleke, Rudo Chiwutsi and Katijah Khoza-Shangase Chapter 12 HIV/AIDS and the Burden of Disease in Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Katijah Khoza-Shangase Chapter 13 Ethical Considerations and Tele-Audiology in Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Alida Naudé and Juan Bornman Chapter 14 Best Practice in South Africa for Early Hearing Detection and Intervention - Katijah Khoza-Shangase and Amisha Kanji Contributors Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is a practical guide for the layman suffering from Faecal Incontinence and particularly those who have been told it is IBS. It details the various tests available that should be undertaken to diagnose the route cause, or causes, of the problem. If you are suffering, and not getting any answers from your doctor, then this book may be an invaluable aide for you.

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Book SynopsisA guide to the the relationship between the human iris and psychological characteristics.Written by renowned and established iridologist Peter Jackson-Main, this expertly conceived book provides a ground-breaking methodological model of how the iris might be used to understand the energetic, psychological and emotional attributes of a person.The analysis presented inThe Mind's Eyeplaces energy as the central aspect of an individual's reality. It argues that the physical body is an extension of such energy in the physical realm: a map of one's intentions in manifesting as a physical being. Jackson-Main situates the irises as this map, which when studied will allow true depth understanding of the human body.The book begins with a brief examination of the epistemological foundations of accepted theory and practice in medicine and healing. It con

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Book SynopsisLimb X-Ray Interpretation provides a comprehensive guide to limb X-ray trauma diagnosis. The content is separated into two distinct parts; part I addresses the technical and professional issues in trauma radiography, from the initial request for an examination to the final image, including the normal and abnormal appearance of bone on radiographs and the classifications of fractures. Part II is subdivided into distinct anatomical regions by chapter describing a systematic approach to the interpretation of X-ray images. Each chapter follows a similar format with core anatomy linked to the normal radiographic anatomy, using over 570 X-ray images and line drawings. The common and less common fractures, together with specific radiological signs of abnormalities, mechanism of injury and subsequent treatments are presented. This book is of of great value to Emergency Nurse Practitioners, Accident and Emergency staff, radiographers, junior doctors, medical students, and physiotherapists.Trade Review"This very affordable book will be a welcome addition to any medical library in an Accident and Emergency department or Minor Injuries unit, and can be used as an essential daily reference guide for clinicians." (RAD Magazine, January 2007)Table of ContentsForeword (Ashis Banerjee). Preface. Acknowledgements. PART 1 TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL ISSUES. Chapter 1 The basic principles of radiology. Chapter 2 Professional issues in radiography. Chapter 3 The normal and abnormal appearance of bone on radiographs. PART 11 THE RADIOLOGY OF THE ANATOMICAL REGIONS. Chapter 4 The shoulder and proximal humerus. Chapter 5 The distal humerus and elbow. Chapter 6 The forearm and wrist. Chapter 7 The hand and fingers. Chapter 8 The knee joint and distal femur. Chapter 9 The ankle joint and hind-foot. Chapter 10 The fore-foot and toes. Chapter 11 Self-test quiz. Glossary. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisVolume 3 of the Child Maltreatment Assessment aims to help readers recognize and comprehend the procedures for the investigation, care, and prevention of child maltreatment. This workbook features topics such as the role of law enforcement officials and medical examiners in child abuse cases, mental health treatment for children who have experienced maltreatment, and methods for preventing abuse in the future. With guides to reporting, testifying, and intervening in cases of abuse, this workbook is a necessity for better preparing professionals and students alike for working with victims of maltreatment.Featuring in-depth descriptions of abusive scenarios along with informational tables and diagrams, this workbook is ideal for professionals who are preparing to investigate and prosecute child maltreatment cases. Each workbook in the Child Maltreatment Assessment series will feature both a test section and photographic atlas at the back of the book. Using this assessment, the reader can review and apply the knowledge they have gained from the chapters within, making this text ideal for self-study or classroom settings.The photographic atlas will contain an additional 80 high-quality images with accompanying case histories.Table of Contents Section I: Definitions Section II: Informational Chapters 1. The Role of Law Enforcement in the Investigation of Child Maltreatment 2. The Review Process and Child Fatality Review Teams 3. The Role of the Medical Examiner in Child Fatality Investigations 4. Legal Issues 5. Testifying 6. What is Evidence-Based Mental Health Treatment? 7. Preventing Child Maltreatment Section III: Test Questions Section IV: Answer Key Section V: Photographic Atlas

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Book SynopsisAs the title suggests this book has been written to assist manual therapists to understand and hone the palpatory skills which are essential to their effectiveness as practitioners. Skilful palpation is the foundation stone of all effective manual therapy assessments and treatments. The ability to use subtle and sensitive touch to examine and assess patients is essential for an accurate interpretation of the underlying problems of fascial and muscle function. The accurate interpretation of palpatory findings is difficult and comes with experience. This book aims to increase awareness of how to palpate and understanding of what is being felt.In this fourth edition of his now well-established and much loved book Leon Chaitow has introduced references to the latest research findings relating to fascia and its role in health and disease, so that practitioners can apply this knowledge in interpreting what they palpate. In addition to the author, six notable contributors from Europe and North America enhance the work''s range and authority.All manual therapists, whatever their professional background, will benefit from the wealth of experience- and research-based information presented in this book.

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Book SynopsisHow to undertake key clinical tests, make effective diagnoses and develop logical clinical reasoning. Clinical Skills, Diagnostics and Reasoning provides detailed coverage of the history and examination of all major body systems. It will be an essential resource as you start on the wards. Key features: an engaging and authoritative style – with everything you need in one place realistic clinical cases – these show how skilled clinicians work through a presentation, and put disease and biomedical principles into context extensive range of photographs – superb clinical photos show exactly how to undertake a broad range of examinations and tests starter questions – stimulating questions and answers to test your knowledge and highlight the level of detail you need study boxes – these highlight tips, tricks and key learning points Designed to take you from the lecture theatre to the ward – from anatomy and physiology to typical clinical cases and how they are assessed. By fully integrating basic science and clinical medicine, Clinical Skills, Diagnostics and Reasoning will equip you with the core knowledge and skills you will need for exams and placements! The book is ideal for medical students and Advanced Clinical Practice courses.Trade ReviewProfessional, considered, fresh approach to clinical diagnostics, reasoning and patient care. 'This excellent book is easy to read, process, understand and action. It's great for learning, for revision and general quick referencing. It enables you to ask the appropriate, vital questions in treating the patient, not simply the condition, taking you logically through the thought processes, based on essential guided history taking.' Amazon reviewer Excellent resource for ACPs 'As a trainee ACP this is my new best friend. The only way I will put it down is if i am surgically removed from it.' Amazon reviewer A new bible for the modern healthcare professional!! 'So, I got the Eureka: Clinical Skills, Diagnostics and Reasoning book today in the post. Some classic clinical pearls and very much evidenced based medicine. This book not only gives you the knowledge, but it seems to have a different approach than other books I have read. Reasoning and formulating treatment plans in healthcare is definitely not missing in this book. Excellent work, highly recommended.' Amazon reviewer Does exactly what it says on the tin 'Great book for learning how to take patient's history, perform clinical examinations and make reasoned judgements. It explains why to do them, and what differential diagnosis we should consider. Overall, a really good book, highly recommended.' Amazon reviewer Must have book 'This has quickly become my new bible. As an aspiring ANP/ENP this book is invaluable. Filled with practical, helpful tips. Clear layout and excellent pictures for visual learning. Breaks down each body system brilliantly without any excessive or unnecessary text. Transition into advanced practice will undoubtably be made a little easier with books like this one. Highly recommended.' Amazon reviewer A modern and realistic approach to medicine 'This book is a great tool for anybody in the field of patient assessment who wishes to make effective diagnoses and develop their logical clinical reasoning. As a paramedic, I have found the book to be a great resource in my pre-hospital assessment as it incorporates realistic clinical cases, something a lot of other medical textbooks lack.' Amazon reviewer Perfect Compendium 'Put together not just by experts in their field, but by incredible educators, and it shows. The perfect compendium for a variety of professional backgrounds and career stages.' Amazon reviewer Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Abbreviations 1 Consultation and communication skills 2 Clinical reasoning 3 The general examination 4 Cardiovascular system 5 Respiratory system 6 Gastrointestinal system 7 Genitourinary system 8 Female reproductive system 9 Nervous system 10 Cranial nerves and ophthalmology 11 Musculoskeletal system 12 Psychiatry 13 Endocrine system 14 Paediatrics 15 Critically ill patients 16 Special circumstances Appendix: Figure acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisPoint-of-care ultrasound has become a vital part of patient assessment in critical care units across the world. Its diagnostic sensitivity and specificity allow clinicians to accurately examine all major organ systems within a matter of minutes. This book provides readers with a comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date practical guide to the use of POCUS in critical care, and features: detailed descriptions of how to perform a multi-system POCUS examination and its advantages over traditional techniques practical details of how to use POCUS in the assessment of shock, trauma and cardiac arrest contributions from leading POCUS specialists accreditation pathways hundreds of images The book is accompanied by an additional image and video clip library which will help readers better understand ultrasound and incorporate it into their daily practice. Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Critical Care is an essential handbook for clinicians working in critical care and anaesthesia. This book is also useful for those working in emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and pre-hospital medicine. With POCUS likely to become a core competency in intensive care medicine over the coming years, this book is the perfect handbook for trainees.Trade Review"With POCUS likely to become a core competency in ICM in the coming years, choosing a practical and easily accessible text is important. This book is comprehensive but accessible, and it is clear the authors have tried hard to make it un-intimidating. I think they have succeeded! There are a great many of us who are unsure where to start with POCUS – FUSIC is a well-known, beautifully packaged programme for most. This book is small enough to put in your bag and will undoubtedly help you improve your practice, even if a mentor is not around. The author list is a veritable rogues gallery of ultrascoundrels. Names such as Marcus Peck and Ashley Miller (co-chairs of the FUSIC committee) and Manni Waraich (neuro POCUS guru) reassure the reader that this is an absolute treasure trove of expert knowledge (in fact, many of the FUSIC committee are included in the list). There are over 40 contributors listed, each one bringing a career’s worth of expertise. A highly useful book which has something for everyone, from beginner to advanced. One of the most comprehensive guides to all elements of critical care POCUS.... Even though there is a wealth of online material covering POCUS, sometimes there’s nothing like a book to refer to. I expect this will be a regular in my work bag." CriticalCareNorthampton.com'Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Critical Care is a delightful review of the constantly evolving realm of point-of-care ultrasound, or POCUS, as it has been colloquially referred. With over 41 contributors, 28 chapters, and 350 pages, the book covers a variety of important point-of-care topics, with early chapters dedicated to the familiar examinations, including echocardiography and lung, abdominal, and vascular ultrasound. These topics are broken into multiple chapters, with early chapters dedicated to view acquisition and later chapters dedicated to assessment and clinical judgement of normal physiology and pathology. As one of the first attempts to encompass a young and everexpanding field, Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Critical Care is an excellent guide to the discipline. For readers across all specialties and experiences, this book will provide a thorough but unintimidating approach to a skillset that will continue to guide the practice of medicine in years to come.' British Journal of Anaesthesia 17/1/2023A must buy for ICU POCUS enthusiasts 'An excellent book with chapters from some of the best sonographers around. Something for beginners and experts and a great collection of images and video clips. Would highly recommend!' Amazon review 'Such a great book. Can’t wait to try out my new POCUS knowledge on the ward! An essential for all medical libraries.' Amazon reviewState of the Art 'The most current literature in this field. I recommend it to everyone working in this field. Even an experienced sonographer will get some pearls for clinical practice.' Amazon review Useful for my ITU rotation ‘Very useful for applying USS skills in Critical Care.' Amazon reviewer If, like me, you are yet to fully master your ultrasound skills, then ‘Point of Care Ultrasound in Critical Care’ edited by Flower and Madhivathan is worth your precious time and cash. Kudos to these editors, and to each of contributing ultrasound gurus: they have ably summarized what ‘luddites’, like me, need…. If your ultrasound skills can be described with the same words that a Francophone colleague used to summarize my French language skills – namely ‘enthusiastic but modest’ – then you are, like me, this book’s target audience. I can happily report that I am now, if not ultrasound fluent, then at least more able to get around… The authors and publishers deserve further kudos because this 28-chapter book is Goldilocks-long (340 pages), and affordably priced... -- Peter Brindley * Journal of Intensive Care Society *Table of ContentsAn introduction to ultrasound 1. The evolution of critical care ultrasound – Luke Flower & Pradeep Madhivathanan 2. Basic ultrasound physics – Abhishek Jha & Pablo Rojas Zamora 3. Image optimization and artefacts – Elliot Smith Echocardiography 4. Focused versus advanced echocardiography – Angus McKnight & Stuart Gillon 5. Fundamentals of transthoracic echocardiography – Richard Fisher 6. Fundamentals of transoesophageal echocardiography – Dan Aston 7. Assessment of the left heart – Filippo Sanfilippo, Luigi La Via & Gianluca Paternoster 8. Assessment of the right heart – Sam Clark 9. Focused valvular assessment – Tim Keady & Sam Clark 10. Assessment of the pericardium and pericardiocentesis – Alejandra Ceballos, Julian Rios Rios & Pradeep Madhivathanan Lung ultrasound 11. Fundamentals of point-of-care lung ultrasound – Hatem Soliman-Aboumarie & Luna Gargani 12. Lung and pleural pathology – Ashley Miller, Marcus Peck & Jonny Wilkinson 13. Ultrasound-guided thoracentesis – Chuen Khaw, Luke Flower & Jim Buckley Abdominal ultrasound 14. Basic hepatic and biliary ultrasound – Jonny Wilkinson, Marcus Peck & Ashley Miller 15. Ultrasound assessment of the renal tract and bladder – Maryam Khosravi 16. Ultrasound-guided abdominal paracentesis – Charlotte Hateley & Arun Sivananthan Vascular ultrasound 17. Basic aortic ultrasound – Jonny Wilkinson, Marcus Peck & Ashley Miller 18. Deep vein thrombosis scanning in critical care – Rosie Baruah, David Hall & Colum O’Hare 19. Ultrasound-guided venous access – Zdenek Bares Neurological ultrasound 20. Transcranial Doppler and optic nerve sheath diameter – Manni Waraich 21. Ultrasound-guided spinal procedures – John Dick & Kay Mak Airway ultrasound 22. Ultrasound to confirm airway placement and guide percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy – Adrian Wong Situational ultrasound 23. POCUS in the assessment of shock – Ashraf Roshdy 24. POCUS assessment of fluid status – Olusegun Olusanya & Ashley Miller 25. POCUS in trauma – Dipak Mistry 26. POCUS in cardiac arrest – Luke Flower & Pradeep Madhivathanan 27. POCUS in intensive care unit acquired weakness – Sunil Patel & Zudin Puthucheary Ultrasound education 28. Ultrasound education in critical care – Jonathan Aron & Sarah Morton Index

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Book SynopsisThis powerful follow-up to the first Drop the Disorder! book (PCCS Books, 2019) assembles a huge array of contributors who write about what they have done and are doing to actively challenge and change the mainstream narrative around mental health and 'disorders'.

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Book SynopsisThe fourth edition of the landmark reference Child Maltreatment?now titled Chadwick’s Child Maltreatment?offers a comprehensive view of the signs and aftermath of physical and sexual abuse, neglect, and psychological maltreatment. Formerly presented as a 2-volume clinical guide and photographic atlas, this cutting-edge series has been divided into 3 definitive volumes: Physical Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Abuse and Psychological Maltreatment, and Cultures at Risk and Role of Professionals. Each book is supplemented by an atlas of clinically valuable case studies and images to assist in the identification, interpretation, and investigation of child maltreatment. Chadwick’s Child Maltreatment has been edited by some of the most prominent experts in the field, including child abuse specialist and pioneer Dr. David Chadwick. This newly revised series is specifically designed for professionals who are in positions to identify and respond to the plight of child maltreatment and its many adverse effects on children and families. Dr. Chadwick and his collaborators have expended great effort to present relevant, updated clinical text in the fourth edition, which includes 1950 pages and 1976 images. Key benefits and features of Chadwick’s Child Maltreatment include: New! Over 350 new photographs to help practicing professionals identify various incidents of child maltreatment. New! Seven new chapters including: Volume 2, Chapter 5, Sexual Behaviors in Children; Volume 2, Chapter 6, Therapy Approaches in Sexually Abused Children; Volume 2, Chapter 7, Positive and Negative Findings and What They Mean; Volume 2, Chapter 9, Understanding Resilience; Volume 2, Chapter 10, Lifelong and Life-Limiting Effects of Child Maltreatment; Volume 3, Chapter 10, Prosecution of Child Maltreatment; and Volume 3, Chapter 23, Public Health. Volume 3, Chapter 2, Risk of the Internet, has been completely revised to reflect the fast-paced growth of the role of technology in our society. Combined clinical guide and photographic atlas in each book for easier access to information. Multidisciplinary focus to support collaboration among health care, law enforcement, social work, child protection, and court-related professionals. Volume Two: Sexual Abuse and Psychological Maltreatment Volume Two in the fourth edition of Chadwick’s Child Maltreatment series provides a comprehensive review of the signs and effects of sexual abuse and psychological maltreatment toward children. The clinical text includes new and revised content on topics that are critical to the effective assessment and treatment of sexually and psychologically abused victims. More than 30 medical experts collaborated to provide the latest clinical data and research on topics including interviewing children, sexually transmitted infections, psychological assessment and treatment approaches, and developmental aspects of the young, among others. The clinical portion of the text is accompanied by a photographic atlas in the back of the book, which contains current cases studies and more than 300 images and illustrations that document instances of sexual abuse, equipment used by professionals for the documentation of cases, and concepts of psychological maltreatment and developmental health issues. Peer-reviewed by experts in the field, Sexual Abuse and Psychological Maltreatment is a comprehensive resource to support health care, law enforcement, social work, child protection, and court-related professionals in their ongoing efforts to identify and prevent sexual abuse and psychological maltreatment of innocent victims. Key Features and Benefits: New! Over 100 new photographs to help practicing professionals identify and treat various incidents of sexual abuse and psychological maltreatment. New! Five new chapters including: Chapter 5, Sexual Behaviors in Children; Chapter 6, Therapy Approaches in Sexually Abused Children; Chapter 7, Positive and Negative Findings and What They Mean; Chapter 9, Understanding Resilience; and Chapter 10, Lifelong and Life-Limiting Effects of Child Maltreatment. New! Combined clinical guide and photographic atlas for more convenience and easier access to information. Multidisciplinary focus to support collaboration among health care, law enforcement, social work, child protection, and court-related professionals.

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Book SynopsisDomestic Violence/Strangulation Assessment will teach readers the language of evidence-based evaluative methods of care for strangulation patients. It is designed to standardize anatomic nomenclature, as it relates to the head and neck, for both new and experienced sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) and sexual assault forensic examiners (SAFEs), first responders, medical residents and physicians, nursing students, and nurse practitioners, including nurse midwives, women's health nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, and forensic nurse practitioners. Ten new strangulation case studies with a clear history, photographic representation, and confirmation of anatomic landmarks and injuries, along with discussions about existing conditions and their influence, identification of injury, evidence-based collection techniques, and treatment based on current standards of practice. Chapters will also include best practice recommendations and other tools to support evaluation and documentation. Offering this workbook to first responders and health care providers will help fulfill their need for basic, peer-reviewed information and will contribute to continuing competence in care for strangulation patients.Table of Contents Introduction Section I: Strangulation Assessment Section II: Case Study Chapters 1. 32-Year-Old Female Strangulation Patient with Hyoid Bone Fracture and Suicidal Ideation 2. 21-Year-Old Male Patient Assaulted by an Acquaintance 3. 66-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by Her Son 4. 17-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by an Acquaintance 5. 26-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Former Intimate Partner 6. 15-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Stranger 7. 24-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Former Intimate Partner 8. 65-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Former Intimate Partner 9. 31-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Former Intimate Partner 10. 22-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Former Intimate Partner 11. 70-Year-Old Male Patient Assaulted by an Employee 12. 56-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by an Ex-Husband 13. 30-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted and Strangled by an Intimate Partner 14. 25-Year-Old Female Patient Assaulted by a Stranger 15. 46-Year-old Female Patient Assaulted and Strangled by her Husband Section III: Appendix Section IV: Reccommended Reading Section V: Answer Key

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Book SynopsisThe Sexually Transmitted Infections and Sexually Transmitted Diseases workbook is a self-directed assessment for medical professionals to learn, apply, and demonstrate competency in the evaluation for sexually transmitted infections and diseases.Readers will have the opportunity to assess case histories and accompanying full-color photographs for reference. Each case history includes a series of evaluation exercises designed to refine and reinforce readers' skills in sexually transmitted infection identification, treatment recommendation, and follow-up care.Table of Contents Section I: Anatomical Review Section II: Bacterial Infections 1. Bacterial Vaginosis 2. Chancroid 3. Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) 4. Granuloma Inguinal 5. Mycoplasma Genitalium 6. Chlamydia 7. Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Section III: Viral Infections 9. Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 10. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) 11. Hepatitis A 12. Hepatitis B 13. Hepatitis C 14. Molluscum Section IV: Ectoparasitic Diseases 15. Scabies 16. Pediculosis Pubis 17. Trichomoniasis Section V: Yeast 18. Candidiasis and Balanitis Section VI: Spirochete 19. Syphilis Section VII: Test Questions Section VIII: Answer Key

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Book SynopsisThree practicing doctors present the stories of nine individuals diagnosed with brain tumors. Humanizing Brain Tumors details the lived experiences of patients and their loved ones, from the presentation of symptoms to diagnosis and treatment. These nine test cases and the accompanying compendium offer insight and guidance to anyone living with, caring for, or treating those with brain tumors. Written with a humanistic, yet realistic touch, the authors have created a resource that reminds readers of the important partnership between doctors, patients, and caregivers. This collection delves into our modern understanding of brain tumors, using clinical presentation to illustrate the patient experience and summarize methods of treatment. Imagery, including both MRI scans and medical illustrations, facilitates a vivid description of neuroanatomy. Providing a concise description of modern forms of treatment for patients affected with brain tumors, this book presents a patient-centric perspective.Humanizing Brain Tumors will appeal to the hundreds of thousands of patients and their loved ones who are affected by brain tumors every year.Trade Review"A very readable book filled with stories of real people with brain tumors and their responses to treatments. Kudos to the editors. They have produced a small book that is easy to read and transmits lots of information in an interesting way." * Louis R. Caplan, MD, Harvard Medical School *

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Concise, portable, and user-friendly, The Washington Manual® Rheumatology Subspecialty Consult, Third Edition, provides essential information on inpatient and outpatient management of rheumatologic diseases and disorders. This edition offers state-of-the-art content on how to perform the musculoskeletal exam and arthrocentesis, what laboratory testing may prove useful, and which medications are appropriate, including dosages and recommended monitoring. Ideal for residents, fellows, and practicing physicians who need quick access to current scientific and clinical information in rheumatology, the manual is also useful as a first-line resource for internists and other primary care providers. Thoroughly revised content from cover to cover, including new chapters on current topics such as mosquito-transmitted viral arthritis and arthralgias, IgG4-related disease, interstitial lung disease, and cutting-edge technologies in rheumatology. Text covers all aspects of rheumatology, including hereditary periodic fever syndromes, recently approved drugs and biologic agents used in the treatment of rheumatic disease, and much more. Utilizes a highly templated, bulleted format ensuring that you can find what you need quickly and easily. Content is written by residents, fellows, and clinical faculty of the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. 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. The Washington Manual® is a registered mark belonging to Washington University in St. Louis to which international legal protection applies. The mark is used in this publication by Wolters Kluwer Health under license from Washington University.

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022!Continuing a legacy of excellence that spans nearly five decades, Bates’ Nursing Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking, 3rd Edition, adapts the proven techniques and vibrant visuals of Bates’ gold-standard assessment text specifically for the needs of today’s nursing students. Thoroughly updated, evidence-based coverage emphasizes the healthy patient and clearly details common findings and diseases to help students develop and practice key skills in physical examination and history taking. Content is logically organized by Foundations, Body Systems, and Special Lifespan Considerations, incorporating essential review of anatomy and physiology, as well as critical practice in health history review, recording findings, and health promotion. Reflecting the latest research in the field, including emerging issues such as vaping, the opioid crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic, the 3rd Edition combines trusted approaches with current clinical perspectives to equip your students for success throughout their nursing careers. Table of Contents Unit 1—Foundations Chapter 1. Intro to Health Assessment and Social Determinants of Health Chapter 2. Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgement in Health Assessment Chapter 3. Interviewing and Communication Chapter 4. The Health History Chapter 5. Cultural and Spiritual Assessment Chapter 6. Physical Examination: Let’s Get Started Chapter 7. Beginning the Physical Examination: General Survey, Vital Signs, and Pain Chapter 8. Nutrition and Hydration Unit 2—Body Systems Chapter 9. The Integumentary System Chapter 10. The Head and Neck Chapter 11.The Eyes Chapter 12. Ears, Nose, Mouth, and Throat Chapter 13. The Respiratory System Chapter 14. The Cardiovascular System Chapter 15. The Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatic System Chapter 16. The Gastrointestinal and Renal Systems Chapter 17. The Breasts and Axillae Chapter 18. The Musculoskeletal System Chapter 19. Mental Status and Mental Health Assessment Chapter 20. The Nervous System Chapter 21. Reproductive Systems Chapter 22. Putting the Physical Examination All Together Unit 3—Special Lifespan Chapter 23. Assessing Children: Infancy Through Adolescence Chapter 24. Assessing Older Adults Glossary

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