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Written by Jerome Sarris and Jon Wardle, Clinical Naturopathy: An evidence-based guide to practice articulates evidence-based clinical practice. It details the principles, treatment protocols and interventions at the forefront of naturopathic practice in the 21st century. Clinical Naturopathy equips you to critically evaluate your patients, analyse treatment protocols, and provide evidence-based prescriptions. A rigorously researched update of common clinical conditions and their naturopathic treatment according to evidence-based guidelines Treatment decision trees Outline of core principles of naturopathic practice Herb-drug interactions table Laboratory reference values Food sources of nutrients Cancer medication interactions Includes an Enhanced eBook version with purchase. The enhanced eBook allows the end user to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
Case study     Subject                                                                                         Integration (body systems)Case study 1 The case of a hiker on a hot day                                                         Musculoskeletal, Cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, neuronal, integumentCase Study 2 The case of an insect bite                                                                 Immune, lymphatic, vascular, integumentCase study 3 Case of unfit runner (sore muscles after a sudden run)                            muscular, metabolic, neuronal, vascular, lymphaticCase Study 4 The case of a cough fit leading to vomiting                                           respiratory, cardiac, blood, gastrointestinalCase Study 5 The case of an elderly lady who was gardening and became dehydrated     renal, respiratory, cardiac, neuronalCase study 6 The case of an injured football player (bleeding kidneys)                          renal, respiratory, cardiac, neuronalCase study 7 The case of a constipated 6-year old boy                                             Gastrointestinal, neuronalCase study 8 The case of drinking buddies (acute pancreatitis)                                   Gastrointestinal, endocrineCase study 9 The case of a fallen rock-climber                                                         Neuronal, special senses, musculoskeletalCase study 10 The case of a burned thigh                                                               Integument, musculoskeletal, lymphatic, vascular, neuronal,Case study 11 The case of a broken femur                                                               Integument, musculoskeletal, lymphatic, vascular, neuronal, hematologic, respiratory, cardiovascularCase study 12 The case of a starving teenage girl                                                     Integument, musculoskeletal, lymphatic, vascular, neuronal, hematologic, respiratory, cardiovascularCase study 13 The case of an infant with croup                                                        musculoskeletal, neuronal, respiratory, cardiovascularCase study 14 The case of food poisoning: diarrhoea                                                 gastrointestinal, neuronal, respiratory, cardiovascularCase study 15 The case of significant blood loss (open wound)                                    Integument, musculoskeletal, lymphatic, vascular, neuronal, hematologic, respiratory, cardiovascular 20 real-life cases focusing on variations of ''normal'', including questions and answers + rationales to aid with assessment/exam preparation Mix of compensatory and more complex cases Inclusion of concept maps to aid case-based approach understanding of integration of body systems in response to changes to homeostasis Case-based approach will build on knowledge gained from Applied Anatomy and Physiology 1e Includes an eBook with purchase of the print book Additional resources on Evolve: An eBook on VitalSource
Talley & O¿Connor¿s Examination Medicine: A guide to physician training, has prepared generations of physician trainees and medical students for their clinical examinations. Instructive, informative and aligned with current practice, this ninth edition gives you an overview of what to expect, what is expected of you and how to develop a mature clinical approach to complex medical problems. Talley and O'Connor share their valuable advice on how to prepare for the examinations, use your time to best effect and avoid common pitfalls to ensure you give your best possible performance in your examinations and beyond. Video tutorials of long and short cases included on ExpertConsult Clinical photographs of signs and conditions 50 long cases including history, examination, investigations, treatment and possible lines of questioning Sample long cases from the examiner's perspective including discussion points and clinical traps 30 short cases including guidance for 'spot diagnosis 'and 'common stems' Hint boxes highlighting common pitfalls and useful tips Enhanced eBook version included with purchase
Written by Lydia Lozzi, the bespoke structure and design of Squid's Little Pink Book: A pocket guide for emergency doctors has been developed with the busy emergency doctor in mind ¿ a compact quick-reference and memory jogger that can be easily transported in day-to-day practice. The text offers doctors an evidence-based and reassuring confidence boost when standing at a patient¿s bedside postulating a diagnosis or for those panicked and uncertain moments when a nudge is needed in the right direction. It helps with preparation prior to a consult with specialty teams ¿ what questions need to be answered and what information needs to be available to offer patients the best possible care. Compact, quick-reference, easily transportable pocketbook Reviewed and refined over 20 years Appropriate coverage for doctors at all levels ¿ includes basic management through to advanced care plans, including information relevant for emergency specialists Enhanced eBook version included with purchase
Presented in the context of clinical cases, this unique resource steps medical students through the most common cardiology problems encountered on the ward and discusses the evidence-based treatments used in practice. This problem-based learning mirrors clinical practice, providing a useful clinical approach for students to carry throughout their careers. Written by Atifur Rahman and Simon O¿Connor, Problem Based Cardiology Cases includes considered and wide-ranging coverage of everyday cardiology encounters ¿ from basic bedside issues to controversial and advanced aspects of cardiology. The only local text of its kind is richly referenced with Australian guidelines, while at the same time incorporates a global element by summarising up-to-date literature and landmark clinical trials from around the world. Cardiology cases, which include: treatment pathways and guidelines; summaries of symptoms, drugs and evidence; images taken from real patient cases Concisely conveys up-to-date information and findings from key clinical trials to give a clear understanding of the evidence behind optimal treatment Extensive coverage of everyday encounters ¿ from basic bedside cardiology to controversial and advanced aspects of cardiology Review and revision of clinical examination techniques and the importance of getting these right Enhanced eBook version included with purchase
Today, with most deaths in developed countries occurring in hospitals and the likely exponential increase of this over the coming decades, it is an opportune time to reflect on the care of patients in the hospital setting and how the quality of care can be optimised to ensure that patient needs and expectations are sufficiently met. Written by Teik E. Oh, author of the internationally acclaimed Oh¿s Intensive Care Manual, this timely new title addresses the clinical, ethical, societal and legal imperatives of end-of-life care. Oh includes considered reflections on death and dying in hospitals, which address issues in hospital end-of-life care and the choices that patients, families and healthcare professionals face during this extraordinary journey ¿ all of which improve understanding of dying and end-of-life care in hospitals. Provides `road maps¿ of critical illness and dying in our hospitals that will guide you through end-of-life processes and issues Covers essential topics including treatment choices, rights, ethics, living wills, informed consent, communication, advanced care directives, the dilemmas doctors face, why and how decisions are made, evaluating prognoses and concepts of futility, withdrawing treatment, and how religion and culture influence care Corrects misconceptions of conditions associated with death and dying, including withdrawing treatment, brain death and persistent vegetative states, euthanasia, organ donation, consent and patient autonomy Enhanced eBook version included with purchaseThis is an indispensable and contemporary guide to understanding hospitalbased end-of-life care.
Written by Dianne Inglis and Jeffrey Kenneally, the workbook includes more than 70 paramedic-focused clinical skills that link underpinning theory and knowledge with expectations for contemporary clinical practice. To ensure the skills are performed correctly and to standard, the resource is further strengthened with a ready-made assessment tool, ideal for both self-directed learning and instructor use. The text is designed for practising skill development, and preparation for assessment and clinical placement. Clinical Skills for Paramedic Practice 1e includes two key components: practical skill instruction and the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) assessment checklist. The skills sections contain clear step-by-step written and photographic instruction in basic to advanced clinical skills, with rationales provided to enhance knowledge acquisition and clinical decision-making. The OSCE checklists allow students and instructors to easily track and assess progress in skill development. Step-by-step skill instruction combined with an OSCE assessment checklist Structured reflection and end-of-chapter questions to assist with deeper understanding of key concepts and application to practice Designed specifically for use by Australian and New Zealand paramedics An eBook and downloadable skill and assessment sheets are included with purchase of the print book Additional resources on Evolve: ¿ An eBook on VitalSource Student and Instructor Resources on Evolve: Clinical skill work instructions Formative Clinical Skill Assessment (F-CSAT) Summative Clinical Skill Assessment (S-CSAT) Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Formative Clinical Skill Assessment (F-CSAT) key Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS)
Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine engages the reader and evolves their knowledge and understanding from the fundamental Clinical Naturopathic Medicine to a more specialised focus. Written by Leah Hechtman, it concentrates on advanced topics commonly encountered in clinical practice, including new advancements and cutting-edge research, as well as foundational aspects of clinical practice. This new title showcases how transformative and effective naturopathy is and offers insight into the depth of naturopathic practice and its vital role in the healthcare system. With the profession constantly evolving and naturopathy more-often incorporated into specialty practices, this publication is a timely resource to guide clinicians and students through complicated areas of expertise and specialisation while keeping the primary principle of patient-centred care at the forefront of the reader's mind. Systematic text structure to support reader engagement that follows on from the Clinical Naturopathic Medicine format Integrative naturopathic treatments for all complex conditions and topics Detailed and extensively referenced interaction tables for nutritional (supplemental and dietary) and herbal medicines, plus pharmaceutical medications Rigorously researched from the latest scientific papers and historical texts Skilfully bridges foundational traditional principles and practice of naturopathy with evidence-based medicine to assist readers with their integration into the current healthcare system Enhanced eBook version included with purchase
Portfolios for Nursing, Midwifery and other Health Professions is a practical guide providing detailed strategies for developing a quality portfolio that will assist you to review your professional practice, assess your learning and career planning, direct your continuing professional development and effectively communicate your professional achievements. Written by Lynette Cusack and Morgan Smith, this fourth edition will help you understand the drivers and benefits of portfolios and how to design and evaluate a quality portfolio in order to meet the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) annual registration requirements. Clearly outlines what a portfolio is, how it is used and why different types of portfolios are required for different purposes Supports understanding of the relationship between portfolios and the AHPRA regulatory requirements of self-declaration and practising in accordance with professional practice standards Assists in understanding and applying reflection techniques in professional development, learning and portfolio use. Additional resources on Evolve eBook on VitalSource An increased focus on how portfolios relate to career planning and achieving professional goals Highlights different ways of demonstrating evidence of achievements An increased emphasis on demonstrating safety and quality in healthcare and person-centred practice An eBook included in all print purchases
Written by Gjyn O¿Toole, Communication: Core Interpersonal Skills for Healthcare Professionals 4e is an essential guide to clear and effective communication in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting. Divided into four sections, the fourth edition challenges the reader to reflect upon their personal communication style and habits; introduces strategies and skills to enhance future practice, and encourages the development of confidence through activities, scenarios and case studies. This fully revised fourth edition will appeal to health science students and clinicians seeking to communicate more effectively in an increasingly complex healthcare environment. A focus on digital communication - includes overviews and tips on navigating professional and personal electronic media Individual and group activities throughout to encourage skill development, reflection and awareness of self and others An extensive suite of scenarios ¿ practise and apply your communication skills using realistic situations and individuals that healthcare professionals encounter in clinical practice Additional resources on Evolve eBook on VitalSource Student resources: Answers to end-of-chapter review questions Student quiz (True/False) Instructor resources: PowerPoints Semester Planner Tutorial activities Image bank Student quiz (MCQ¿s) Chapter 5 The specific goals of communication for healthcare professionals: Effective conclusions of interactions and services: Negotiating closure Chapter 20 Remote telecommunication or telehealth: The seen, but not-in-the-room healthcare professional Chapter 23 - Person/s experiencing neurogenic or psychological shock Chapter 25 - A Person/s fulfilling the role of a grandparent Chapter 26 - Person/s with a spinal injury Chapter 27 - A Person/s living in a residential aged care facility An eBook included in all print purchases
With increasing prevalence, paramedics are commonly dispatched to pre-hospital settings where mental health and mental illness are essential considerations in paramedic practice and approaches to treatment. Mental Health and Mental Illness in Paramedic Practice is the first text of its kind ¿ a resource specifically written by expert clinicians and academics solely for the Australian and New Zealand paramedic context. The text introduces fundamental concepts and theories in mental health and mental illness in the context of paramedic principles of care. It delves into topics such as person-centred mental healthcare; communication and the therapeutic relationship; and legal and ethical issues ¿ all within the realm of paramedic practice. The textbook steps students through common patient presentations in the pre-hospital setting and offers practical guidance in applying appropriate approaches to treatment. Case studies accompanied by critical thinking questions are incorporated throughout to assist with application to practice Demonstrates relevance to real-life scenarios through consumer vignettes and paramedic stories Special considerations embedded in each chapter, including: cultural considerations; ethics and ethical dilemmas; inter-professional practice, application and considerations; and ongoing care / other modes of care Review questions included at the end of each chapter to ensure reflection on key topics and concepts Strong focus on evidence-based research and practice Core components of undergraduate paramedicine addressed An eBook included in all print purchases
This exceptional book is a collection of more than 140 anatomical images documenting the development, maturation and ageing of the lumbar spine and pathologies associated with ageing and injury. It provides a unique guide to support the clinical diagnosis of lumbar spine trauma and pain due to age and injury. The collection represents the extensive research conducted by Professor James Taylor into the lumbar spine gathered from his study of 266 autopsies over almost a decade. It complements The Cervical Spine: An atlas of normal anatomy and the morbid anatomy of ageing and injuries, based on the same collection. With legislative changes now making collection of such work impossible in Australia, this book makes a never-to-be-repeated contribution to the understanding of spinal injury and rehabilitation globally, and will be invaluable for patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Unique, high-quality images document age-related and injury-induced changes to the lumbar spine Combination of wet specimens and stained specimens Includes many soft-tissue specimens Unprecedented breadth and diversity in range of injuries covered Logical sequence from normal anatomy, through to age-related changes and changes resulting from injury Invaluable for students of physiotherapy, chiropractic and osteopathy An eBook included in all print purchases
Understanding the Australian Health Care System 4e is the essential guide to the complexities of health care in Australia. Key theoretical concepts and current issues along with the structures and policies influencing health care professionals are explored by leading experts led by authors, Eileen Willis, Louise Reynolds and Trudy Rudge. The text is divided into two sections. The first is about the multiple systems, services and schemes that make up health care in Australia. The second explores the roles of fifteen health professions working within the current system, with a focus on key themes of interprofessional practice, chronic illness, and quality and safety. Comprehensively addresses contemporary issues and concepts to assist with understanding and navigating the Australian health care system Focuses on key issues of chronic illness and provision of safety and quality in the health service Chapter review questions and case studies encourage reflection on clinical relevance Pause for reflection boxes encourage critical thinking Suite of video interviews provides insight into current health care issues and challenges Additional resources on Evolve eBook on VitalSource Student and Instructor Resources on Evolve Video interviews with practitioners and thought leaders Discipline-specific case studies Multiple choice questions Instructor Resources on Evolve PowerPoint presentations Tutorial planner Test banks Content now presented in two sections A new chapter on digital health and the Divide to assist the reader with understanding the impact technology has on the overall health system and individual participants New Editor, Trudy Rudge, provides a strong nursing perspective `Policy insights¿ per chapter provides the reader with insights into recent policy changes and the impact on individual health professions practice An eBook is included in all print purchases
Applied Anatomy & Physiology: an interdisciplinary approach provides an overview of basic anatomy and physiology (A&P), and its application to clinical practice. Written by a team of expert academics and clinicians from a range of health backgrounds, the text uses a problem-solving approach, breaking down difficult A&P concepts through case studies, multiple-choice questions, images, feature boxes and online ancillaries, with a strong focus on the concept of the ''normal'' homeostatic process of each system. Applied Anatomy & Physiology: an interdisciplinary approach encourages students to think critically about how the different body systems work together, providing a deeper understanding of A&P and how to apply this effectively to clinical practice. Written for students with minimal bioscience background to support you in understanding difficult concepts and processes. Chapters are aligned to major body systems and include an overview of system structure and function as well as integration of each system with the rest of the body. Case studies and related multiple-choice questions consolidate chapter content to assist you in testing your knowledge and skills. The strong focus on the homeostatic process of each system helps you to understand what is ''normal'' and how ''normal'' works. Full-colour illustrations from leading Elsevier texts, such as Patton''s Anatomy & Physiology, help you to visualise and understand A&P systems and processes. Includes an eBook with purchase of the print book. Additional resources on Evolve eBook on VitalSource Instructor/and Student Resources: Answers to case study questions Multiple-choice questions and answers + rationales Image bank
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