Books published by Elsevier Health Sciences

Since it was first published in 1958, Trounce''s Clinical Pharmacology has been the go-to resource for health professionals who prescribe as well as administer medications. Now in its nineteenth edition, the text has been fully updated to reflect the breadth and complexity of modern practice. The book provides everything the reader needs to know when becoming a prescriber. The text is organised by body system, making it easy to follow, and covers considerations for different patient categories as well as the management of pain, cancer and infection, substance abuse and complementary and alternative medicines. With a strong clinical orientation and written by practising clinicians, essential information is delivered in an engaging and friendly style that will ensure this book''s continued popularity with nurses and allied health professionals for many years to come. Easy navigation makes learning enjoyable Hot topics including cardiology, rheumatology and the use of targeted therapies in cancer keep the reader up to date Learning Objectives, Summary Boxes, Revision Tips and Hints make this suitable for exam preparation Updated to include discussion of the expanding role of professionals in prescribing drugs and latest changes in legislation and guidelines Extensive glossary for those new to prescribing

Essential Surgery is well-established as one of the leading textbooks of surgery for medical students, core surgical trainees and those in professions allied to medicine. Covering general surgery, trauma, orthopaedics, vascular surgery, urology, paediatric surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, maxillofacial surgery and ENT, it also incorporates appropriate levels of basic science throughout. The book is ideal to accompany clinical courses, as well as being a practical manual for readers at more advanced levels requiring a revision aid for exams. Its main aim is to stimulate the reader to a greater enjoyment and understanding of the practice of surgery.

Ross & Wilson Self-Assessment in Anatomy and Physiology is aimed at readers who are starting their study of human biology. Containing over 500 MCQs, this handy paperback will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, biomedical and paramedical science, operating department practice, complementary therapy and massage therapy, as well as trainee Health Care Assistants and those studying A'' level or BTEC (or equivalent) human biology. Designed to be used as part of exam preparation, or just as a simple means of evaluating how far readers have got mastering a given topic, this handy paperback can be used by an individual student or by a group of students as a ready means to motivate and test each other. Although designed for use with Ross & Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness, the book will be suitable for use with any foundation-level human biology textbook. Over 500 MCQs support revision and learning Ideal for individual use or in an informal group setting Perfect prior to exams and/or for use during ''placement breaks'' or ''on the move''!

Renowned for its clarity and accessibility of writing style, this popular volume explains the fundamental principles of human anatomy and physiology while exploring the factors that contribute to disease process. Rich with helpful learning features such as Mechanisms of Disease, Health Matters, Diagnostic Study, and Sport and Fitness, this volume has been fully updated to make full reference to European healthcare systems, including drugs, relevant investigations and local treatment protocols. The also book comes with an extensive website facility (which includes a wide array of helpful lecturer resources) and accompanying Brief Atlas of the Human Body and Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine. Anatomy and Physiology, Adapted International Edition, will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, biomedical and paramedical science, operating department practice, complementary therapy and massage therapy, as well as anyone studying BTEC (or equivalent) human biology. Unique `Clear View of the Human Body¿ allows the reader to build up a view of the body layer by layer Clear, conversational writing style helps demystify the complexities of human biology Content presented in digestible `chunks¿ to aid reading and retention of facts Consistent unifying themes, such as the `Big Picture¿ and `Cycle of Life¿ features, help readers understand the interrelation of body systems and how they are influenced by age and development Accompanying Brief Atlas of the Human Body offers more than 100 full-colour transparencies and supplemental images that cover body parts, organs, cross sections, radiography images, and histology slides Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine contains medical terminology and scientific terms, along with pronunciations, definitions, and word part breakdowns for terms highlighted in the text Numerous feature boxes such as Language of Science and Language of Medicine, Mechanisms of Disease, Health Matters, Diagnostic Study, FYI, and Sport and Fitness provide interesting and important side considerations to the main text More than 1,400 full-colour photographs and spectacular drawings illustrate the most current scientific knowledge and help bring difficult concepts to life Quick Check Questions within each chapter help reinforce learning by prompting readers to review what they just read Chapter outlines, chapter objectives and study tips begin each chapter Outline summaries, review questions, critical thinking questions, and case studies are included at the end of each chapter Study Hints found throughout the text give practical advice to students about mnemonics or other helpful means of understanding or recall Connect IT! features link to additional content online to facilitate wider study Helpful Glossary and Anatomical Directions Ideal for students who are new to the subject, or returning to study after a period of absence, and for anyone whose first language is not English

Davidson's Assessment in Medicine is a collection of 1250 best-of-five multiple choice questions, arranged to correspond with the chapters of the Twenty-third Edition of Davidson's Principles and Practice. The questions follow the style used in many international undergraduate and early postgraduate exams. For each question the answers are accompanied by a short piece of remediation/ feedback with references back to the main textbook for further information

An issue that reviews the major areas of clinical interest in Dental Sleep - Sleep Bruxism; Oral Evaluation and Screening by the Dentist; the Neurologic Basis of Sleep Breathing Disorders; Sleep and Orofacial Pain; Cone Beam Imaging of the Airway; and, The Cervical Spine - Considerations and Treatment for Sleep Disordered Breathing.

A user-friendly reference for a wide range of radiographic and ultrasonographic findings in dogs and cats. It enables successful interpretation of radiographs and ultrasonograms. It offers sequenced text arrangement from the identification of the radiographic or sonographic abnormalities to a list of subsequent considerations for each sign.

Written by authors with years of experience in teaching optics and dispensing, this book gives an account of the field of spectacle and contact lens optics in relation to the clinical context. Aimed at students and student dispensing opticians, it contains examples and illustrations aimed at giving them help in understanding the practical issues.

Clinical reasoning is a key skill underpinning clinical expertise. Clinical Reasoning in Musculoskeletal Practice is essential reading for the musculoskeletal practitioner to gain the contemporary knowledge and thinking capacity necessary to advance their reasoning skills. Now in its 2nd edition, it is the only all-in-one volume of up-to-date clinical reasoning knowledge with real-world case examples illustrating expert clinical reasoning.

Originally published as part of the McMinn anatomy atlas family, Head & Neck Anatomy remains the only large format photographic atlas of the human head and neck, incorporating outstanding dissections, osteology, radiographic and surface anatomy images. It is the ideal reference for study or exam review. The more complex dissections are accompanied by orientational artworks (so the user can locate the structure on the body) and the book incorporates notes and commentaries on every dissection. Reference lists and dental anaesthesia information are incorporated into appendices at the back of the book. This updated edition features heightened clinical relevance and an entirely new chapter on Imaging of the Head and Neck, reflecting the very latest modalities and techniques.. It also comes with the complete enhanced eBook for the first time. Increased clinical relevance - helps translate traditional anatomy into current clinical practice All new state-of-the-art clinical imaging - including: 3T MRI of the brain with tractographyCone-beam CT assessment of the jaws and middle ear Access to complete downloadable eBook version via Expert Consult (with the printed book)Bonus e-only clinical photographs and imaging Concise notes and commentaries for every dissectionDedicated dental section

Marsh and Martins'' Oral Microbiology continues to offer the essentials of oral microbiology in an easy-to-read, readily digestible format. Commencing with a description of the healthy mouth and the properties of the resident oral microbiota, the new edition of this popular textbook then explores the formation and consequences of plaque development, plaque-mediated disease, orofacial infection, antimicrobial agents and prophylaxis, orofacial fungal and viral infections, and the relationship between oral microbiota and systemic disease. The book is completed by a chapter on infection control. Each chapter is succinct and includes essential information in a concise format - thereby saving the reader valuable time. The book is presented with an abundance of tables, photographs and artworks to make the subject as engaging as possible - numerous ''Key Point'' boxes aid retention. Marsh and Martins'' Oral Microbiology is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate dental students, research workers, and a wide range of clinical dental professionals.

This book provides complete, current information on pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of endocrine, metabolic, and reproductive diseases in dogs and cats. It also discusses the importance of testing procedures in endocrine and reproductive diseases, as well as cost-effective and expedient diagnostic protocols.

Written by leading authorities in complementary and integrative medicine, this convenient, quick-reference handbook provides clear and rational directives on diagnosing and treating specific diseases and disorders with natural medicine. You''ll get concise summaries of diagnostic procedures, general considerations, therapeutic considerations, and therapeutic approaches for 84 of the most commonly seen conditions, 12 of which are new to this edition, plus naturopathic treatment methods and easy-to-follow condition flowcharts. Based on Pizzorno''s trusted Textbook of Natural Medicine and the most current evidence available, it''s your key to accessing reliable, natural diagnosis and treatment options in any setting.

Focuses on operative surgery. This title is aimed at a broad readership: the candidate preparing for the Intercollegiate FRCS in General Surgery or international equivalents; and the trained surgeon faced, through necessity, with undertaking an infrequently performed procedure.

Suitable for all complementary medicine, massage therapy and manual therapy practitioners and students alerting them to 'red flag' symptoms, this title offers guidance on how best to respond to those symptoms and signs of disease which can be readily discerned through routine history taking and basic examination of the body.

Suitable for those working as a solo doctor in an emergency practice, this title presents the recommendations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It offers diagnostic testing regimens; therapeutic recommendations including analgesia and nutritional support; and, revisions and expansions of the toxicologic emergencies.

Suitable for those with an interest in the functional, applied anatomy and clinical dysfunction of the nervous system in animals, this title offers an overview of the anatomical arrangement of the nervous system, basic embryological development, microscopic anatomy and physiology.

Describes the origins, mechanisms, beneficial applications and practical details of frequency specific therapy - a treatment technique that uses frequencies, micro amperage current and the principles of biological resonance to treat pain and a wide range of medical conditions.

Explains testing procedures for almost 100 individual muscles; many are found in other texts on the subject. This book reviews muscle anatomy and physiology, and offers many clinical pearls with regard to possible causes of muscle dysfunction. It is written in a 'double page' design that maximizes understanding.

Written for health practitioners and students new to medical ultrasound, this book provides various basic physics and technological knowledge they need in order to practise ultrasound, including safety aspects of ultrasound, quality assurance and the techniques and developments.

Presents a comprehensive general overview of pediatric medicine from an osteopathic perspective. This textbook discusses the normal development, physiology and anatomy of the body systems from birth to adulthood. It explores the conditions and diseases of childhood and outlines the rationale for osteopathic treatment for each disorder.

An introductory manual for the use of clinical hypnosis in the treatment of medical and psychological problems and disorders. It is written with the interests and needs of the doctor or dentist in mind. It also explores the theoretical and historical background to hypnosis, and several key techniques and approaches.

Offers a two-color page layout, a more portable size, and a list of the "Top 100 Secrets" in hand surgery help readers to meet the challenges they face today.