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Principles and Applications of Radiological Physics E-Book

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Principles and Applications of Radiological Physics E-Book

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Principles and Application of Radiological Physics 6E provides comprehensive and easy-to-follow coverage of the principles and application of physics for both diagnostic and therapeutic radiography students. Regardless of changes in technology and clinical grading, the most important role of the radiographer remains unchanged - ensuring the production of high quality images and optimal treatment. These should be performed with the minimum of radiation hazard to patients, staff and others. An understanding of physics and the basics of radiographic technology is essential to do this effectively. The book covers all the physics and mathematics required by undergraduate diagnostic and therapeutic radiography students, catering for those who do not have a mathematics qualification as well as for those who do.
NEW TO THIS EDITION:
A focus upon application of physics to reflect current teaching approaches
Completely revised structure, leading from science principles to applications
New chapters on CT, MRI, ultrasound, PET, RNI, mammography and digital imaging
Electronic learning resources for students, hosted on EVOLVE
*Strong links between theory and practice throughout *Clear and concise text
Focus on application of physics, as well as principles
New, updated 2-colour design
New Sections - Equipment for X-ray production, The Radiographic Image and Diagnostic Imaging Technologies
Electronic learning resources for students support the text
Focus on application of physics, as well as principles
New, updated 2-colour design
New Sections - Equipment for X-ray production, The Radiographic Image and Diagnostic Imaging Technologies
Electronic learning resources for students support the text

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Donald Graham, Paul Cloke, Martin Vosper

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Now expanded and in full colour throughout, ORAL MICROBIOLOGY retains its unique ecological approach to the subject which helps the reader determine whether an organism will have a pathogenic or commensal relationship at a given site. In the new edition, greater emphasis is placed on the role of current molecular biology techniques in the understanding of oral microbes. The book also provides insight into current therapeutic and prophylactic antibiotic use, infection control, and the relationships between oral and general health.  New authorship also offers additional expertise on viral and fungal pathogens and the role of oral microbes in acute and chronic infections.
- Successfully describes the complex relationship between the resident oral microflora and the host in health and disease
- Retains a unique ecological approach to the subject which benefits the reader by providing a clear set of principles to explain the underlying issues that determine whether the microflora will have a beneficial or an adverse relationship with the host at a particular site
- Published for the first time in full colour,  Oral Microbiology has been expanded and completely rewritten with almost 100 brand new illustrations
- Includes discussion of the latest molecular biology techniques which have revolutionized our knowledge of oral microbes
-  Highlights the biological and clinical significance of the existence of the oral microflora in the form of a biofilm on dental and mucosal surfaces
- Includes contemporary views on therapeutic and prophylactic antibiotic use, infection control, and the relationships between oral and general health
- New authorship offers further expertise on viral and fungal pathogens and the role of oral microbes in acute and chronic infections

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Philip D. Marsh, Michael V. Martin, Michael A. O. Lewis, David Williams

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Placement Learning in Medical Nursing E-Book

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Placement Learning in Medical Nursing E-Book

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Are you unsure about your medical nursing placement? Do you need guidance on what to prepare to get the most out of your practice learning? Will you have the range of clinical skills to care for individual patients? What learning opportunities will there be to meet your competencies? How can you maximise your learning during this placement?
This book will help you with all these concerns. It will advise you on what to expect from the placement, what you can learn, how to link theory and practice, and how to make the most of your learning opportunities and meet your competencies.
Placement Learning in Medical Nursing covers the following areas:

- Takes a logical, step-by-step approach to preparing for learning on a medical nursing placement
- Provides the principles of care, treatment and management of an individual, linking university-learned theory to clinical practice
- Gives helpful evidence-based practice examples and resources to support placement learning
- Identifies clinical skills that underpin care of an individual
- Highlights potential learning opportunities and experiences available on a medical nursing placement
- Explains how to develop your clinical portfolio by completing specific exercises and activities
- Maps all activities and exercises to the NMC competencies
- Advises on approaches to a range of situations that may arise as a student nurse
- Adopts a case-study/patient pathway approach to consolidating learning, from pre-diagnosis, through a range of treatment options to discharge.  Series features:

- A unique guide to getting the most from clinical placements
- How to prepare for your placement
- What you can expect to learn during a placement
- Clear links to, and examples of, achieving NMC competencies
- Guidance on what to use as evidence for your portfolio
- Case studies that link theory with practice
- How to consolidate your experience and learn from the placement
- Tips, activities, further reading suggestions and useful websites.

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Maggie Maxfield, Michelle Parker, Karen Holland

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Sociology in Nursing and Healthcare E-Book

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Sociology in Nursing and Healthcare E-Book

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This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States.  Nursing practice needs to be informed by an understanding of people and the societies in which they live. This introductory text has been designed specifically to discuss those aspects of sociology which are most relevant to nursing and the health care context in which it takes place.A user-friendly  introduction to a subject which students often find strange and newRelates sociology to health and nursing to make the subject relevant to clinical practice Key concepts and chapter summaries aid learning and revisionCase studies help relate theory to practiceReference lists in each chapter provide the evidence base.Biographical notes on eminent sociologists help bring the subject to lifeAnnotated Further Reading enables more in-depth study

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Are you mentoring students?
This is an indispensable handbook for:

- both new and experienced mentors seeking practical advice
- academic staff who deliver mentorship programmes
- link lecturers who support mentors in practice.
- Guidance and tips on supporting and assessing
- Understanding accountability  mapping to NMC standards
- Skills focus, using case studies
- Hints, tips, insights and humour
- Supporting the student with a disability
- Using simulated learning
- The role of the sign-off mentor

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As a nursing student you will have learnt lots of nursing theory and research  but how do you translate this into practice and apply it to the skills you need? Where do you start? What steps should be carried out and in what order? What should you do afterwards?
Essential Nursing Skills answers these questions for over 130 clinical skills. Each one is explained from start to finish, using a step-by-step approach, with clear illustrations and colour photographs to enhance understanding.
Small enough to carry with you and specifically designed and written to aid learning, this book is invaluable for nurses across all fields.
 Attractive design  easy to use Skills explained step by step Comprehensive list of skills covers all that students will encounter in practice  Points for Practice sections encourage readers to reflect and learn Further reading and references point to the evidence and knowledge base for each skill.
- Full-colour photographs illustrate many of the procedures
- Full colour is used throughout to help navigate procedures
- Section listing normal values of commonly used blood tests
- Skills to assess deteriorating patients and care for patients undergoing surgery
- Reflects changes in nursing and professional national guidelines

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Maggie Nicol, Carol Bavin, Patricia Cronin, Karen Rawlings-Anderson, Elaine Cole, Janet Hunter

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Community Public Health in Policy and Practice E-Book

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This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Since the first edition of this book was published, there has been considerable change across public health, health visiting and community nursing.  The positive emphasis on developing and describing all services in relation to their purpose and client/user group is reflected in this second, emphasizing multi-disciplinarity and service focus rather than individual professions, whilst retaining the essential emphasis on policy and practice.  Familiar occupational titles, such as health visitor, community development worker, midwife or nurse are still used within the chapters, recognizing the continued division of labour and major contributions to public health made by specific grass roots occupations.  This second edition has been completely reorganised, expanded and updated to keep up with the rapid progress across the field of community public health.
- 'Key issues' boxes identify major topics within each chapter
- Discussion questions stimulate debate
- Boxes present information in a reader friendly, memorable format
- Each chapter provides extensive research, conceptual critique, information about sources, and resources for further information.
- Seven totally new chapters on Partnership Working; Parenting and Family Support; Complex Community-based Initiatives; Leadership through Alongsideness; Quality in a Public Health Service and Immunization
- Four chapters completely rewritten: Health Needs Assessments; Collaborating for Health; Breastfeeding and Public Health; Safeguarding Children
- All remaining chapters have been substantially updated.

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This is a fully revised new edition of this essential text covering anaesthesia and analgesia in all large and small animal species. The new edition has greatly expanded sections on anaesthesia of exotic species such as small mammals, llamas, camels and many more, and also has a new section on anaesthesia of wild animals, both large and small, and birds.
The book is divided into 3 sections; the first, Principles and Procedures covers pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, monitoring, sedation and premedication and much more. The second section comprises chapters on anaesthesia in all the main species and the third section covers anaesthesia in special cases, complications and crises !
Almost 200 prints and line illustrations enhance the comprehensive text, and make the new edition of Veterinary Anaesthesia 10/e an essential purchase for all vets !

- all large and small animal species covered in one book: includes new advances in anaesthesia in horses, birds, lab animals and wild animals
- glossary of USA and UK drug names: up-dated coverage of all new anaesthetic agents in Europe and the USA
- first section covers principles of drug action, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
- the only book to discuss anaesthesia of individual species in detail: lot of info on anaesthesia of goats, sheep and other herbivores such as camels and llamas
- also covers analgesia in all species
- chapter on special cases such as anaesthesia in obstetrics
- chapter on anaesthetic accidents and crises !
- Presents a range of new chapters from contributors of international repute.
- The evidence base has been expanded and, wherever possible, information is supported by a review of the literature.
- Now in colour throughout, the all-new design includes check-list boxes to facilitate understanding/troubleshooting and increase safety.
- New illustrations have been added in many chapters to clarify practical points of technique.

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The Newly Qualified Nurse's Handbook E-Book

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The Newly Qualified Nurse's Handbook E-Book

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This book has been prepared by professionals working in the UK.  It is not a primer on clinical skills but an indispensable handbook and resource for the new nurses who are about to embark on their first job and need to develop nursing judgment and the ability to organise and deliver care. It is about learning how to think like a nurse - developing the judgment and behaviour that is essential in competent practice. With an immensely readable style this book uses a friendly, conversational manner, with realistic hints, tips, and examples from real life, to encourage nurses in the early days of their careers.  Issues such as assertiveness, delegation, CVs and interviews, leadership, developing "nursing intuition, are covered as well as discussion about evidence based and reflective practice, direct entry into the community, and developing confidence in practice. This book will help nurses and students develop into competent and confident practitioners.Written for newly qualified nurses by a nurse, therefore authenticCase studies and quotes from nurses show readers that their thoughts and feelings are shared by others - this validation will reduce stress and uncertainty and give credibilityHumour and cartoons will make the text readable and fun to useHints, tips and practical advice will encourage the anxious graduateAttractive 2-colour design will make the text more easily accessible

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This work demonstrates a novel approach to visceral osteopathy. Basing their ideas on anatomy and physiology, Jean-Pierre Barral and Alain Croibier propose manipulation of the arteries to treat the intestines and other internal organs by increasing their blood flow. The arteries, elastic and muscular in structure, and the innumerable nerve filaments which surround them, react ideally to manual treatment. To be effective, however, these manipulations must be specific and precise.
Thanks to the authors' long experience as therapists, their mastery of osteopathic techniques and the aid of ultrasound technology, they have devised innovative techniques to improve the visceral vascular circulation. In this book the authors show the various sites of the principle pulses of the body and summarise the physiology of the circulation of the blood. The main organs and their physiology are addressed and include the heart, pancreas, small intestine, colon and other abdominal structures as well as the regions of the neck, skull and pelvic cavity.
Rich in detailed, high quality illustrations, this book serves as both an anatomical reference and a guide to carrying out visceral vascular manipulations in the most effective way possible.
The work is aimed at experienced osteopaths as well as those in training, and at other manual therapists who wish to widen their scope.

- Offers practical and clinically relevant information to all practitioners and therapists working in the field
- Abundant use of pull-out boxes, line artwork, photographs and tables facilitates ease of understanding
- Prepared by experts of international renown
- Covers treatment of the main organs including the heart, pancreas, small intestine, colon and other abdominal structures as well as the regions of the neck, skull and pelvic cavity
- Serves as both an anatomical reference and a guide to carrying out visceral vascular manipulations in the most effective way possible
- Suitable for osteopathic physicians and osteopaths, chiropractors, physical therapists, manual therapists, physiotherapists, and massage therapists

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Harty's Endodontics in Clinical Practice

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This is a new edition of the now classic book which has established itself as a standard text for dental students.
Practical approach to the subject, taking the reader through every step of endodontic practice from scientific basis to patient assessment and through to clinical techniques
Evidence-based approach to ensure safe clinical practice
More than 250 illustrations, many in full colour, presenting clinical, diagnostic and practical information in an easy-to-follow manner
A logical approach to the subject by building upon a clear explanation of the underlying scientific principles
Prepared by international contributors to ensure a wider appeal
Written at a level which is ideal for dental student, general and vocational dental practitioners Includes new imaging techniques such as Cone Beam Computed Tomography
A new chapter on diagnosis, integral to treatment planning, patient management and care
Recent research findings on the pathogenesis of endodontic disease and the management of persistent infection in previously treated teeth
A completely rewritten chapter on the restoration of endodontically treated teeth
Newer treatment modalities and materials such as regenerative techniques and Mineral Trioxide Aggregate in endodontics
The use and development of NiTi instruments, both hand and rotary, which are increasingly popular for preparing root canals
Published for the first time in full colour with over 185 new images!

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The Complementary Therapist's Guide to Conventional Medicine E-Book

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The Complementary Therapist's Guide to Conventional Medicine E-Book

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The Complementary Therapist's Guide to Conventional Medicine is a unique textbook for students and practitioners of complementary medicine, offering a systematic comparative approach to Western and Eastern medicine. Practitioners of complementary medicine increasingly find themselves working alongside conventionally trained doctors and nurses and it is vital for them to develop a core understanding of conventional medical language and philosophy. The book is designed as a guide to understanding conventional medical diagnoses, symptoms and treatments, whilst also encouraging the reader to reflect on and translate how these diagnoses may be interpreted from a more holistic medical perspective. Throughout the text the practitioner/student is encouraged to see that conventional and more holistic interpretations are not necessarily contradictory, but instead are simply two different approaches to interpreting the same truth, that truth being the patient's symptoms.
After introductory sections on physiology, pathology and pharmacology, there follow sections devoted to each of the physiological systems of the body. In these, the physiology of each system is explored together with the medical investigation, symptoms and treatments of the important diseases which might affect that system. As each disease is described, the reader is encouraged to consider the corresponding Chinese medical perspective.
The textbook concludes with chapters relating specifically to dealing with patients in practice. In particular these focus on warning signs of serious disease, supporting patients on medication and ethical issues which may arise from management of patients which is shared with conventional practitioners. The book also offers a detailed summary of 'Red Flag symptoms' which are those which should be referred for 'Western' medical investigation or emergency medical treatment, and also a guide to how patients can be safely supported in withdrawing from conventional medication, when this is clinically appropriate.
Those wishing to use the text for systematic study can make use of the question and problem-solving approach offered on the accompanying CD to which references to self study exercises appear at regular stages throughout the book. This means that the text can be easily adapted to form the basis of a study course in clinical medicine for students of complementary medicine. In addition to the self-testing questions and answers, the supporting CD also contains checklists for revision and full-colour illustrations.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Clare Stephenson is a qualified medical practitioner who worked in hospital medicine, general practice and public health medicine for a number of years before training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. Over the course of a decade she developed and taught an undergraduate course for students of Chinese medicine on Western medicine and how it relates to TCM. She is particularly committed to encouraging communication and understanding between practitioners of different health disciplines. She currently works as a GP in Oxfordshire.
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Labour is the third title in the Midwifery Essentials series and is about the provision of safe and effective care during labour and birth. This book prepares the reader to provide safe, evidence-based, woman-centred intrapartum care.

- Assessment and the role of the midwife in early labour
- The first stage of labour, monitoring maternal and fetal wellbeing
- Coping with contractions, without pharmacological pain relief
- Advantages and disadvantages of pharmacological analgesia
- Indications for induction or augmentation of labour
- The second stage of labour and the procedure for episiotomy
- The third stage of labour and the impact of different approaches
- Different methods of anaesthesia and preparation for caesarean birth
- The procedure for evidence-based perineal suturing.
- Assessment and the role of the midwife in early labour
- The first stage of labour, monitoring maternal and fetal wellbeing
- Coping with contractions, without pharmacological pain relief
- Advantages and disadvantages of pharmacological analgesia
- Indications for induction or augmentation of labour
- The second stage of labour and the procedure for episiotomy
- The third stage of labour and the impact of different approaches
- Different methods of anaesthesia and preparation for caesarean birth
- The procedure for evidence-based perineal suturing.

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Exotic Animal Medicine: A Quick Reference Guide provides readily accessible, user-friendly information for veterinarians who do not have detailed knowledge of the majority of exotic pet species. The book gives the key points on differential diagnoses and diagnostics, along with background information on a wide variety of exotic pets. It is formatted so that, whether experienced with exotics or not, the clinician can at a glance view the likely conditions to be encountered within that species or animal group; develop a potential differential diagnosis list quickly; initiate an investigational plan; and view treatment regimes.  Species covered include ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, pet rats, hamsters and other small rodents; parrots, budgerigars and related species, canaries, finches, toucans; lizards, snakes, tortoises and turtles, frogs, salamanders; pond fish, tropical freshwater fish and tropical marine fish.
- Covers all the commonly encountered exotic pets in one volume
- Organization of chapters by species and clinical signs
- A standard approach to information presentation, enabling the clinician to access information even more efficiently
- Suitable for veterinarians all over the world with an introduction written by an American specialist in this field
- Readily accessible, user-friendly: written in note form

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The new edition of this highly successful text brings it fully up to date with recent developments in surgical nursing, and includes a new chapter on perioperative stress and anxiety . The need for surgical nurses to remain at the cutting edge in relation to their knowledge and skills has never been greater, as the demands of higher patient throughput and reduced hospital stays take their toll.

Nursing the Surgical Patient is written for, and by, nurses. It adopts a patient-centred approach to the care of people requiring a wide variety of surgical procedures. Compiled by experienced practitioners and educators in the field, it covers relevant anatomy and physiology, investigations, brief information on relevant medical conditions leading to surgery, an outline of the surgical procedures and the nursing care the patient will require.

The key nursing care issues are described and explored, with case studies and care plans to bring theory to life. Comprehensive and research-based, yet accessible and engaging, Nursing the Surgical Patients a vital companion to nurses caring for surgical patients in either the primary or secondary care setting.

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States.

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Prepared by authors of international renown, The Pocketbook of Oral Disease offers a wealth of information in a handy quick-reference format. Containing over 500 tables and illustrations, this useful guide covers the most common and potentially serious oral conditions seen in clinical practice.
Emphasising diagnosis and treatment in primary care, many topics are covered in a two-page spread to make reference and study uncommonly easy and effective. Abundant full-colour line diagrams, clinical photographs, and radiological images demonstrate essential features at a glance whilst complex terms are clarified in a glossary.
The Pocketbook of Oral Disease will be ideal for dental students who are about to graduate, general dental practitioners and dental care professionals.

- Written by high profile experts in the field
- Concise, double page spread permits rapid review of essential information
- Includes a wide range of colour clinical photographs, radiological images, and artwork schematics
- Contains useful 'pull out' boxes to act as useful aide-memoirs
- Algorithms help readers think through the challenge of diagnosis and organise information correctly
- Glossary and alphabetically ordered syndromes further allow rapid access to key information

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Crispian Scully, José Vicente Bagán Sebastián, Marco Carrozzo, Catherine M Flaitz, Sergio Gandolfo

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The Contact Lens Manual continues to meet the needs of a new generation of optometrists, dispensing opticians, contact lens practitioners and students who require clear and reliable information for fitting a complete range of contact lenses.
The fourth edition of this best-selling classic, now in full colour throughout, provides the most up-to-date guidance in all aspects of today's lenses in a practical and easy to use manual. Featuring new developments in lens types, care regimes and current practices, this manual offers a complete package to help readers expand their lens knowledge, improve fitting and optimise patient care.

- The authors use a down-to-earth practical approach to distil years of experience into one handy volume.
- A bullet point style makes the information easily accessible.
- Key information is presented so it can be quickly located.
- Practical tips, clinical pearls, helpful advice, and warnings are presented in boxes so readers can see at a glance what to do.
- Features updates to all chapters and lens types with a wealth of new information on silicone hydrogels, toric soft lenses, rigid gas-permeable fitting and patient after care.
- Presents a new chapter on dry eyes with expert guidance on treatment and practical management advice.
- Includes an expanded illustration programme and page design with full colour throughout including colour-coded sections and boxes to highlight key information for easier learning.
- Electronic access to brand new video footage of lens and eye care regimes, along with over 100 clinical photographs, images from the book, simulations and calculation tools.

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Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Neurology E-Book

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Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice: Small Animal Neurology E-Book

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Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice consists of a series of practical handbooks on selected medical topics on specific veterinary problems. Case-based, this series is aimed at the small animal veterinary practitioner who has qualified less than 10 years and needs quick access to information and wants to increase his/her confidence on handling that range of cases that cover the spectrum that lies between the simple routine first-opinion case and the referral.Saunders Solutions in Veterinary Practice provides additional knowledge that leads to improved skills and practice for veterinary practitioners. Not only practitioners, but also veterinary students nearing the end of their course will find this series very useful to brush up their knowledge in a particular area. The volumes are also written with the veterinary nurse in mind with a particular interest in a specific topic, using 'Nurse Boxes' in the text to guide them to the specific information they need.new approach: clinical cases offering examination, treatment options, clinical tips relevant for the general small animal veterinary practitioner  all case descriptions based on common templateoffers synoptic, easy accessible and essential informationprovides essential information on selected topics authorship ensures accuracy of informationrelevant to all general practitionerswritten to increase the skill and practice the general veterinary practitionerintend to meet CPD-need, but focus on: differential diagnosis and practical case handlingoffers self-assessment features at the end of every chapter making it relevant for veterinary students as wellbroad readership: practitioners and students indicated in the text by ' Notes for Vets'; nurses indicated in the text by 'Notes for Nurses' and pet owners indicated in the text by ' Notes for Pet Owners'handy format with flexi coverspecies covered to be limited to cats, dogs and rabbitsfull colour throughout

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Merriman's Assessment of the Lower Limb E-Book

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Merriman's Assessment of the Lower Limb E-Book

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Merriman's Assessment of the Lower Limb has established itself through two editions as the benchmark text book of lower limb examination and assessment. The third edition preserves the lucidity, logical approach and comprehensive coverage of its predecessors but adds many exciting features, including online resources (videos and images), many new contributors, thorough updating of all chapters many of which have been completely rewritten and an entirely new chapter on functional assessment. The online resources (access via http://booksite.elsevier.com/9780080451077) provide extensive videos of assessment techniques and illustrations: practitioners with patients and models show how to assess all parts of the lower limb, and evaluate various conditions.

Together with its companion volume Clinical Skills in Treating the Foot, the new third edition of Merrimans Assessment of the Lower Limb is a truly indispensable guide for podiatry students and practitioners, as well as trainee general practitioners, medical students working in rheumatology, diabetology and orthopaedics, sports therapists and sports medicine trainees.
Online resources incorporating videos and illustrations: invaluable footage of assessment techniques downloadable full colour figures and extra radiological photographs
Log on to http://booksite.elsevier.com/9780080451077 and follow the on-screen instructions.
Many new contributors bringing fresh expertise and insights for todays student All chapters thoroughly rewritten and updated New chapter on functional assessment Case histories help put learning in context DVD incorporating videos and illustrations: invaluable footage of assessment techniques downloadable full-colour figures and extra radiological photographs Many new contributors bringing fresh expertise and insights for todays student All-new design All chapters rewritten and updated New chapter on functional assessment

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This exciting new book, Pulse Diagnosis: A Clinical Guide describes a reliable method of pulse assessment. The authors' style and approach to pulse diagnosis provides a unique insight into this often ambiguous system of diagnosis drawing upon the traditions of Chinese medicine, the knowledge of biomedical constructs and the relationship of each to contemporary TCM clinical practice. Subjects covered include exploration of the concept of 'pulse' and establishment of it within the context of health, current limitations of current pulse literature in relation to clinical practice, pulse diagnosis within contemporary TCM clinical practice and pulse taking procedures.  Contains unique sections on reliability and validity of pulse diagnosis  Combines both western perspective as well as Chinese medicineWritten in an easy to read styleAttractively designed Contains unique sections on reliability and validity of pulse diagnosisCombines both western perspective as well as Chinese medicine