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Procedures-based and easy to follow, Interventional Management of Pelvic Pain is a unique and practical guide to the treatment of chronic pelvic pain (CPP). Written by pain management specialists, this hands-on reference provides clear instructions on how to use interventional techniques to deliver pain relief for this common and often debilitating condition. It’s an ideal resource for pain medicine practitioners and fellows, anesthesiologists, neurologists, PM&R specialists, gynecologists, orthopedic surgeons, and rheumatologists.Provides up-to-date, expert guidance on pain management for gender affirmation surgery, pelvic interventions, hypogastric plexus block, neuromodulation, and much morePresents each nerve block chapter in a concise, templated format for quick and easy access to key informationCovers indications, contraindications, precautions, complications, step-by-step procedural descriptions, and medications usedFeatures full-color anatomic drawings, clinical photographs, and relevant imaging, including radiographs, ultrasound, and CTOffers clear guidance on the risks and benefits of each procedure or technique, and highlights potential pitfalls and how to avoid themAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date

Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success.A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics in the MLA syllabus, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package.Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today’s medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of haematology and immunology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!This updated edition features brand new high-resolution colour images of commonly tested blood films, vivid photographs of haematological skin manifestations, and revamped immunology sections. All new OSCE cases as well as MLA style questions, it covers cutting-edge immunological advancements including mRNA vaccines, biologics, and CAR-T therapy, providing an essential visual and theoretical resource for students.Fully aligned to MLA requirements, with key ‘conditions’ and ‘presentations’ highlighted in handy checklists - save valuable revision time and be confident you have the syllabus coveredUpdated self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats - confirm your understanding and improve exam technique fast

Master radiography patient care with the book that covers it best! With step-by-step instructions and hundreds of full-color illustrations, Patient Care in Radiography, 11th Edition, is the perfect resource to help you learn effective radiography patient care. Each chapter expertly guides you through the latest imaging guidelines, carefully making the connection between the topics being discussed and how they relate to patient care. Special emphasis is placed on the skills and procedures that are imperative for quality patient care - including safety, transfer, positioning, infection control, and patient assessment. Also included is information on microbiology, emerging diseases, transcultural communication, ECGs, administering medications, and bedside radiography to ensure you are well-versed in both the technical and interpersonal skills needed for professional practice. NEW! Cutting-edge coverage addresses patient care as it relates to COVID, imaging care for transgender and gender diverse patients, and additional content on surgical imaging. UPDATED! Content on shielding guidelines presents the latest radiation safety information. Step-by-step procedures are shown in photo essays with patient care content integrated into procedural skills. Content outlines highlight the key topics covered in each chapter. Shorter chapters help organize the material more effectively and enhance readability. Warning boxes alert you to essential safety issues. Additional pedagogical elements, such as learning objectives, key terms, illustrations, tables, boxes, comprehensive summaries, review questions, and critical thinking exercises help you focus on the key information in each chapter.

Offering a state-of-the-art update in this challenging area of surgery, Atlas of Cardiac Surgical Techniques, Third Edition, provides expert, easy-to-navigate instruction on a wide variety of both open and interventional surgical techniques. Ideal for both fellows and veteran surgeons, this practical reference shows exactly how established technical masters perform a wide variety of select, often complex, cardiac operations. Pearls and Pitfalls sections at the end of each chapter provide additional clinically important details, allowing you to benefit from years of experience of established experts-many of whom developed the operations they are describing.Covers the surgical procedures you need to master in adult cardiac surgery, including minimally invasive techniques, robotic surgery, aortic dissection, and much more. A variety of techniques are covered in order to offer multiple options for proceduresUses a vividly illustrated format with more than 550 full-color images, line drawings, and intraoperative photographs that clearly depict the step-by-step progression of proceduresPresents each procedure in a consistent, easy-to-follow bulleted format, guiding you from surgical anatomy and preoperative considerations through operative steps and postoperative careFeatures access to more than 30 surgical technique videos (13 new to this edition) that highlight key states of surgical proceduresContains updates and rewritten chapters throughout, as well as brand-new chapters on Technical Considerations in Redo Cardiac Surgery; Left Atrial Appendage Closure; Surgery and Endovascular Techniques for Acute Pulmonary Embolism; Diversity Considerations in the Practice of Adult Cardiac Surgery; and Tips and Tricks in the Acquisition of Technical Skills in Adult Cardiac SurgeryProvides fresh perspectives from multiple new contributing authorsAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date

Offering authoritative advice, technical tips, and personal approaches from renowned experts in hand surgery worldwide, Current Practice in Hand Surgery is a uniquely global, practical resource to help guide clinical practice. In print and on video, key opinion leaders in the field cover everything from infection, compartment syndrome, and joint stiffness to hand fractures and dislocation to reconstruction and replantation of hands and digits-including particularly challenging disorders and future research directions.Contains the collective opinions and recommendations from teams of active, leading experts and investigators in hand surgery worldwide, resulting in an unmatched volume of today’s wisdom in this complex fieldShares individual authors’ unique surgical techniques and outcomes-both in print and on videoCovers key topics such as arthroscopic wrist surgery, primary flexor tendon repair, nerve repair and reconstruction, flap coverage for the hand and upper extremity, management of the mutilated hand, congenital hand disorders, connective tissue diseases, tumors of the hand and upper extremity, neuropathic pain, improving hand function after cerebral palsy, stroke, or brain damage, and moreProvides extensive visual guidance through clinical and operative photos, radiographs, and illustrationsSuitable for all levels of readership, the text includes a variety of rich content types, from Boxes summarizing key points, to In-Depth Advice based on career-long experience, to In-Depth Analysis providing cutting-edge insights, making it a go-to resource for clinicians of any levelAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date

Corresponding to the chapters in Illustrated Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy, Sixth Edition, this unique workbook helps you build a solid foundation in oral biology. The sixth edition includes case studies with questions presented in the integrated national board format, updated review questions, and removable flashcards to ensure you fully grasp the fundamental building blocks of oral healthcare. With labeling and terminology exercises, tooth drawing guidelines, and more, this packed resource is an excellent way to prepare for the classroom, board exams, and beyond.NEW! Revised exercises and questions correlate with textbook updates, including discussions of processes of soft tissue regeneration, repair, and aging; challenging factors of inflammation and immune response; newer dental hard tissue remineralization and restorative treatments; and the latest orthodontic concernsNEW! Clinical observation of extraoral and intraoral structures, dentition, and occlusion have been added to include the related aspects of dentistryReview questions and labeling and glossary exercises help you assess your recall and comprehensionCase studies encourage you to use your critical thinking and application skillsTooth drawing guidelines ensure you master tooth morphologyRemovable flashcards serve as a convenient, on-the-go study toolPunched and perforated pages allow you to submit workbook exercises to your instructor as assignments

Build the clinical judgment skills you need to provide quality care for maternity and pediatric patients! Clear and easy to read, Leifer’s Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, Tenth Edition describes how you can provide effective, evidence-based care for women during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, and for newborns and growing children. The text spans the continuum of child development, making it easy to locate information by organizing topics from simple to complex and from health to illness. Another hallmark of the book is its strong focus on family-centered care, health promotion, and illness prevention. From nursing educators Kim Cooper and Kelly Gosnell, this bestselling text helps you prepare for the Next Generation NCLEX-PN® Exam and for the expanding role of the nurse in today’s healthcare practice.NEW! Updated medication tables provide quick access to information about commonly used drugsNEW! Updated content reflects the latest research and technology, the latest standardized guidelines, and best practices in LPN/LVN careNEW and updated photos and illustrations reinforce the book’s concepts, with more representation of diversityUnfolding case studies follow one family through the conception and birth process, and include open-ended critical thinking questions applying the content to practiceCase studies and questions for the Next Generation NCLEX Exam® (NGN) help you apply theory to practice and prepare for the NCLEX-PN examinationGet Ready for the NCLEX® Examination! at the end of each chapter includes a summary of key points, online resources, review questions, and critical thinking questionsMore than 25 nursing care plans include nursing diagnoses and goals, nursing interventions, and rationales, along with clinical judgment questions to promote critical thinking skillsNursing guidelines reflect the World Health Organization’s Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative, alternative therapies, immunization mandates, emergency preparedness, preventing medication errors, and moreDetailed nursing skills cover a wide range of maternal and pediatric nursing interventionsPatient Teaching boxes help you communicate instructions for self-care with patients and familiesNursing tips include practical, evidence-based information applicable in the clinical settingCultural Considerations boxes help you address the needs of culturally diverse patients and familiesSafety alerts highlight medication errors, the importance of protecting patients and others from accidents, and the spread of disease

Reinforce your understanding of nursing pharmacology and patient-centered care for NGN success and medication safety! Corresponding to the chapters in McCuistion’s Pharmacology: A Patient-Centered Nursing Process Approach, Twelfth Edition, this practical study guide provides hundreds of exercises, questions, drug calculation problems, and case studies to help you review and apply pharmacology and drug calculation concepts and content. The new edition features Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination (NGN)-style case studies to prepare your for the latest NCLEX® Exam. With this practical study guide, you will apply your knowledge of pharmacology to clinical practice, enhance your decision-making abilities, and develop your clinical judgment skills for NGN success and safe medication practice.UPDATED! Content matches the updates in the 12th edition of the McCuistion textbookEach chapter features helpful learning aids, including a Study Questions section (fill-in-the-blank, matching, true-false), an NCLEX® Review Questions section, and a Case Studies section, which includes traditional case studies as well as Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN)-style case studiesAuthentic and current sample drug labels throughout mirror true-to-life practice in working with drug informationFocus on safety includes a special icon that calls attention to questions related to the AACN Essentials priority of safe patient careAnswers for all exercises are provided at the back of the book to facilitate self-study, with detailed rationales included for all application-level questions and case study questionsA drug calculation review chapter follows the outline of the corresponding textbook chapter, offering you the opportunity to test your knowledge and skill in drug dosage calculation

Designed to help you comprehend and retain the challenging material you need to know, Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications, 6th Edition, covers the essential neuroscience information needed for coursework, exams, and beyond. Using a rigorous yet clinically-focused approach, it integrates neuroanatomy, pharmacology, and physiology, with separate sections devoted to essential concepts, regional neurobiology, and systems neurobiology.Begins with the basic concepts that are needed to understand neuroscience at a fundamental level, followed by regional coverage designed to help prepare you for examinations, and ending with a full section on systems neurobiology as you enter the clinical phase of your education.Contains new end-of-chapter review questions, as well as thoroughly updated information in every chapter, with an emphasis on new clinical thinking as related to the brain and systems neurobiology.Features hundreds of correlated state-of-the-art imaging examples, anatomical diagrams, and histology photos.Pays special attention to the correct use of clinical and anatomical terminology, and provides clinical text and clinical-anatomical correlations.An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text and figures, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Evolve Instructor site with an image collection and test bank is available to instructors through their Elsevier sales rep or via request at https://evolve.elsevier.com.

Written by multidisciplinary experts in the fields of pharmaceutical and patient safety, Pharmacovigilance: A Practical Approach, Second Edition, provides a succinct, easy-to-digest overview of an increasingly critical area of medical safety. From cover to cover, this concise resource offers essential information for physicians and other health care professionals, clinical researchers, and regulators who need a comprehensive, up-to-date source of information on the principles and practice of pharmacovigilance.Presents vital, easy-to-read, cutting-edge information on patient safety, the pharmacology regulatory landscape, and the current and future use of digital technologiesProvides up-to-date coverage of hot topics in the field, including pharmacodynamic and safety precision medicine, immunogenicity, vaccine hesitancy and safety, genetic toxicology, and adverse eventsContains new chapters on pre-clinical safety assessment, pharmacogenetics, first-in human trials, product aggregate safety assessment, data monitoring committees, and moreOffers new and expanded coverage of pharmacovigilance in early pre-clinical drug development through post-marketing surveillance, as well as a blueprint for training future pharmacovigilance professionalsIncludes real-world case studies to ensure content is relevant and applicable to everyday practiceDiscusses a range of topics across disciplines and how they relate to pharmacovigilance, including behavioral science, patient perspectives, and risk communicationAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication dateRe-organized and expanded with 3 new sections and 9 new chapters covering pre-clinical safety assessment, pharmacogenetics, first-in human trials, product aggregate safety assessment, and data monitoring committees.·Up-to-date coverage of hot topics in the field, including pharmacodynamic and safety precision medicine, immunogenicity, vaccine hesitancy and safety, genetic toxicology, and adverse events.

Reinforce your understanding of maternity and pediatric nursing with this practical study guide! With chapters corresponding to Leifer's Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing, 10th Edition, this workbook provides a variety of exercises and activities to help you review concepts and apply them to patient care. Case studies include questions for the Next-Generation NCLEX® exam, allowing you to practice critical thinking and build skills in clinical judgment. Updated with questions on new methods and treatment, this study guide helps you prepare for success on your licensure examination and in nursing practice. Updated exercises correspond with the textbook's new content on methods and treatment for the care of women, families, newborns, and children. Case studies for the Next-Generation NCLEX® exam include exercises with questions to help you develop skills in clinical judgment and prepare for the licensure examination. Thinking Critically activities require you to apply what you've learned in the textbook to new situations or to draw conclusions based on that knowledge. Applying Knowledge activities provide additional opportunities for you to apply learned information to clinical care. Review questions cover information from the textbook by chapter, with appropriate nursing actions, what to expect in terms of medical orders or patient care, and potential complications. Variety of exercises includes matching, multiple-choice, vocabulary building, short answer, and select-all-that-apply questions to reinforce your understanding of basic concepts and factual knowledge

In this issue of Urologic Clinics of North America, guest editors Drs. Onofrio Antonio Catalano and Michael Stanley Gee bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Urologic Tract Imaging. Technical advances in MRI, CT, and ultrasound, along with molecule-targeted radiopharmaceuticals and urinary contrast-based MRI and US, have transformed urologic tract imaging in recent years. In this issue, top experts review the principles of various novel imaging technologies, describe their application to the urinary tract, and provide imaging examples of normal anatomy and pathology. Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics, including morphologic urologic imaging; molecular urologic imaging; urologic imaging of congenital anomalies, infections, and inflammations; imaging of cancers and mimics; imaging of urologic trauma and urolithiasis; and much more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on urologic tract imaging, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Reinforce your understanding of veterinary technology! Corresponding chapter-by-chapter to McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, Eleventh Edition, this workbook provides exercises and questions designed to help you review and remember the concepts, techniques, and responsibilities of the veterinary technician. Learning activities include matching exercises, true-or-false and multiple-choice questions, photo quizzes, and case studies that challenge you to apply your knowledge to clinical practice. It’s the comprehensive review you need to improve test scores and prepare for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE®).NEW! Updated exercises reflect the new content in the McCurnin's textbookCase studies challenge you to apply your knowledge to real-world clinical practice scenariosEngaging activities include: Definitions of key termsComprehension exercisesMatching, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questionsPhoto-based quizzesDosage calculations

Learn and perfect your positioning skills with the leading radiography text and clinical reference! Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning & Procedures, 16th Edition, describes how to position patients properly, set exposures, and produce the quality radiographs needed to make accurate diagnoses. Guidelines to both common and uncommon projections prepare you for every kind of patient encounter. Anatomy and positioning information is organized by bone group or organ system, and coverage of special imaging modalities includes CT, MRI, sonography, radiation therapy, and more. The gold standard in imaging, Merrill's Atlas covers all procedures in the ASRT radiography curriculum and prepares you for the ARRT exam. NEW! Respiration heading emphasizes the importance of proper breathing instructions for maximizing image quality. NEW! Patient positioning photos enhance chapters on the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity. NEW and UPDATED! Additional figures and content in special imaging modality chapters represent current practice, protocols, safety measures, and technology in pediatric imaging, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, diagnostic medical sonography, mammography, molecular imaging, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology. UPDATED! Unit values expressed as SI units, with traditional units provided in parentheses, match the format used in imaging technical texts and the ARRT exam. UPDATED! Gonadal shielding guidelines align with current clinical practice. UPDATED! Collimation field sizes and image receptor sizes are simplified for enhanced clinical relevance. STREAMLINED! Rounded decimal values replace fractions throughout the text. Comprehensive, full-color coverage of anatomy and positioning makes Merrill's Atlas the most in-depth text and reference available for radiography students and practitioners. Guidelines to each projection include a photograph of a properly positioned patient and information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, kVp values, structures shown, and evaluation criteria. Diagnostic-quality radiograph for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. Coverage of common and unique positioning procedures includes chapters on trauma, mobile, surgical radiography, geriatrics, and pediatrics to help prepare you for the full scope of situations you will encounter. Numerous CT and MRI images enhance comprehension of cross-sectional anatomy and help in preparing for the Registry examination.

Written specifically for dentists, White and Pharoah's Oral Radiology, 9th Edition features more than 1,500 high-quality radiographic images and illustrations to demonstrate the foundational principles, core concepts, and techniques of oral and maxillofacial radiology. This bestselling book delivers state-of-the-art information about oral and maxillofacial radiology principles and techniques, and image interpretation. You will gain a solid foundation in radiation physics, radiation biology, and radiation safety and protection before learning the imaging techniques used in dentistry, including specialized techniques such as MRI and CT. You'll also learn how to recognize the key radiographic features of pathologic conditions and interpret radiographs accurately. This edition includes new chapters on Computed Tomography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound Imaging, as well as the latest information on quality assurance standards, 3D printing, computer aided treatments, and AI in oral and maxillofacial imaging. NEW! Enhanced, up-to-date content covers quality assurance standards, 3D printing, computer aided treatments, and AI in oral and maxillofacial imaging. NEW! Enhanced ebook version, included with every new print purchase, features videos and review questions, plus access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. NEW! Chapters address Computed Tomography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound Imaging. NEW! Streamlined coverage highlights the most relevant material for clinical practice. NEW! Convenient online quality assurance checklists. Extensive coverage of all aspects of oral and maxillofacial radiology, including the entire predoctoral curriculum and new developments in the field. More than 1,500 high-quality radiologic images, full-color photos, and illustrations clearly demonstrate core concepts and reinforce the essential principles and techniques of oral and maxillofacial radiology. Easy-to-follow format systemically presents the key radiographic features of each pathologic condition, including location, periphery, shape, internal structure, and effects on surrounding structures - placed in context with clinical features, differential diagnosis, and management. Expert authorship includes leaders and experts in the field. Case studies highlight how imaging concepts apply to clinical scenarios.

From radiology and anesthesia to patient needs and client education, Veterinary Dentistry: A Team Approach, 4th Edition covers everything you need to know about animal dentistry! This handy full-color guide is great for practitioners who are new to veterinary dentistry and for those who want to learn more about the underlying theories of the practice. The first section of the book presents dental procedures, with chapters on oral examinations, instruments, safety, and ergonomics, followed by coverage of more difficult areas such as endodontics, exodontics, and periodontics. The book concludes with a chapter on marketing veterinary dentistry and proper responses to commonly asked client questions. With its comprehensive coverage and team approach, this text is the ideal resource for helping both veterinary technology and veterinary medicine students quickly master the art of animal dentistry. NEW and UPDATED! Art and illustrations clarify concepts and show examples of equipment and procedures. UPDATED! Content highlights important technologic and professional updates to the field of veterinary dentistry, such as updates on disease processes and applicable new procedural techniques and equipment. UPDATED! Current terminology, based on the American Veterinary Dental College Nomenclature Committee, helps you master the proper language and improve office communication. Coverage of the essential dentistry-related tasks in the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)'s Manual of Accreditation for Veterinary Technology Programs enables faculty to evaluate your proficiency related to the essential tasks. Clear, abundantly illustrated procedures provide a more detailed look at the skills you need to master. NEW! Chapter on medical communication helps you understand the impact it has on clinical success. Radiography and imaging coverage strengthens your understanding of radiographic anatomy, positioning, and the technologies available.

This handy guide puts frequently requested radiographic projections at your fingertips! Merrill's Pocket Guide to Radiography, 16th Edition summarizes essential information for more than 150 radiography projections in a spiral-bound format designed for quick reference in the clinical environment. Clear instructions explain how to position patients and body parts, and an optimal radiograph is included for each projection. A portable, easy-to-carry companion to the three-volume Merrill's Atlas, this book provides guidelines for everything from perfect positioning to perfect exposures. NEW! Appendix for working with obese patients provides guidance on modified positioning and imaging techniques. NEW! Updated images enhance coverage of the chest, abdomen, pelvis and hip, bony thorax, upper extremity, and lower extremity. NEW! Updated exposure technique charts offer current information for obtaining high-quality images. Bulleted, step-by-step instructions show how to position the patient and body part for frequently requested radiography projections. Exposure technique chart for every projection helps reduce the need for repeat radiographs and improves overall image quality. Abbreviations and external landmarks are listed inside the front and back covers for quick reference. Diagnostic-quality radiograph for each projection demonstrates the result the radiographer is trying to achieve. More than 150 projections are each presented in a two-page spread, and include information on patient position, part position, respiration, central ray angulation, collimation, KVp values, and a photograph of a properly positioned patient. Section dividers with tabs make it easier to find the beginning of each section.

Prepare to correctly answer any and all questions on your registry exams! Sonography Exam Review: Physics, Abdomen, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 4th Edition provides the exact review materials you need to pass the three main sonography exams - physics, abdomen, and OB/GYN. Each chapter is arranged in table and outline format with 50 review questions at the end of the chapter and a mock exam at the end of each section. Updated information in this edition covers thyroids and TIRADS Nodule Classification, penile pathology, the latest changes to the ARDMS content outline, and much more!UPDATED! Coverage reflects the latest changes to the ARDMS content outline.UPDATED! Neck and Salivary Glands chapter provides information related to thyroids and TIRADS Nodule Classification.UPDATED! Expanded section on the male pelvis now includes penile pathology.Complete coverage helps you prepare for the three main ARDMS exams - physics, abdomen, and obstetrics and gynecology.Content review in outline and tabular format offers a quick, concise review of key terms, anatomy, functions, scanning technique, lab values, and pathology for each Registry subject.More than 1,900 questions in Registry format - 1,910 in the text and 700 on the Evolve companion website -thoroughly prepare students for the Registry exams using multiple learning methods.Rationales for answers to mock exam questions help you understand why an answer is correct and incorrect and leads to better comprehension.Over 350 ultrasound images in the abdominal and OB/GYN sections strengthen your ability to answer imaging Registry questions on normal anatomy and pathology.Color inserts of Doppler images in all sections prepare you to answer questions about Doppler imaging.Timed mock exams and two entertaining, interactive games on the Evolve companion website provide a realistic preview of the actual exam environment, while the games offer an engaging review of the same material.

Memorize the medical-surgical nursing facts you need to know ? in a flash! Featuring more than 100 colorful 4 x 6 note cards, Mosby's Medical-Surgical Memory Notecards use illustrations, mnemonics, and humor to make studying easier and more fun. This unique medical-surgical review may be used as either a spiral-bound notebook or as individual flashcards, so it's perfect for studying while on the go. Created by nursing educator JoAnn Zerwekh, these durable note cards will help you prepare for class, clinicals, or the NCLEX® examination. There's no other study tool like it!UNIQUE! More than 100 full-color cartoons offer humorous and memorable presentations of key medical-surgical concepts and conditions. UNIQUE! Mnemonics and other time-tested memory aids help you grasp and remember even the most complex concepts. Concise information provided on the back of each image emphasizes specific nursing details and key concepts. Four distinctive colors are used to highlight serious/life threatening implications, common clinical findings, important nursing implications, and patient teaching. What You Need to Know sections on each card cover key information in a quick and easy-to-review format. Colored thumb tabs at the bottom of the page allow you to find topics quickly. Thick pages and a spiral-bound format create a portable tool that is durable enough for use in the clinical environment.

Reinforce your understanding of nursing pharmacology and prepare for success on the NCLEX-PN® exam! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 20th Edition, this study guide provides a variety of exercises to help you review and practice the LPN/LVN's role in drug therapy and patient care. Review questions make it easier to achieve the chapter objectives from the textbook, and patient scenarios help you develop clinical judgment skills. Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions ensure that you will be ready for the critical thinking questions on the NGN exam. NEW! Three new chapters address key topics: Drugs Used to Treat Immune and Inflammatory Disorders; Drugs Used to Treat Headaches; and Drugs Used to Treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. NEW! Updated exercises cover the new content in the text, including newly approved pharmaceutical drugs and treatments. Case scenarios in clinical chapters allow you to review, practice, and apply clinical judgment skills. Reader-friendly writing style and organization make it easier to review and practice nursing pharmacology concepts. A variety of exercises, including matching, multiple-choice, select-all-that-apply, and Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions help reinforce your understanding of key content.

Learn how to provide safe, effective nursing care for patients receiving drug therapy! Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 20th Edition helps you understand the principles of pharmacology and apply them to nursing practice. This text explains how to make informed decisions about drug therapy, educate patients, and administer medications. This edition adds enhanced coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model to prepare you for the critical thinking questions on the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) exam. Concise and easy to use, this essential resource helps you master the basics of medication administration and drug actions. NEW! Three new chapters address key topics: Drugs Used to Treat Immune and Inflammatory Disorders; Drugs Used to Treat Headaches; and Drugs Used to Treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. NEW! Video and animation icons direct you to supplementary videos or animations on the companion Evolve website. UPDATED! Accurate and current content ensures you are learning the most current drugs and treatment protocols. EXPANDED! Additional coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model enhances The Nursing Process and Pharmacology chapter. Medication Safety Alerts and Clinical Pitfall boxes, as well as Do-Not-Confuse and High Alert icons highlight the importance of safe drug handling and administration. Nursing process application provides an overview of general principles of nursing care for each disorder, as well as specific nursing considerations for the drug treatment. Medication Administration unit clearly and visually outlines assessment, techniques, procedures, and documentation for safe administration of percutaneous, enteral, and parenteral drugs. Drug tables clearly outline generic and brand names, availability, and dosage ranges for key medications for each disorder. Lifespan Considerations boxes for Children and for Older Adults draw attention to information that is especially important when giving a specific drug to patients of those age groups. Clinical Goldmine boxes focus on best practices in the clinical setting. Extensive resources on the Evolve companion website, including math review, patient teaching guides, chapter review questions, video clips of medication administration, and animations of drug actions, help reinforce your understanding of key concepts.

Written and developed by Canadians with the Canadian nursing context in mind, this new resource is the only fundamental Canadian-focused nursing text to support you in developing clinical reasoning skills and clinical judgement for decision making in nursing practice. Thinking it Through moves beyond the nursing process to deliver focused strategies using a unified process for thinking and decision making that is visible, relatable, real - and needed by future nurses. Introducing useful models and practical frameworks as essential nursing tools, this structured guide for nursing cognitive development is a valuable resource throughout every year of your nursing program. Comprehensive integration of theory and application within the Canadian context makes it easy to understand and apply to nursing practice in the Canadian health care system. Discussions of key concepts such as social determinants of health; social justice and equity; unconscious bias and assumptions; reflection; interdisciplinary health care teams; complexity; diverse health care settings; and more, are directly related to clinical reasoning, clinical judgement, and decision making in Canadian nursing practice. A vast array of pedagogical features and practical applications, including real-life examples, case scenarios, review questions, and more, along with practical applications promote your confidence and competence in thinking like a nurse. Focus on applying clinical reasoning skills to practice helps prepare you for success on the Next-Generation NCLEX®, REx-PN®, and CPNRE® licensure exams, as well as in your nursing career. Content reviewed by current Canadian nursing students ensures this text is accurate, relevant, and applicable to future nursing students.

Get everything you need to prepare for a successful career as a pharmacy technician in one easy-to-read textbook! Useful from day one through graduation, Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 7th Edition, includes comprehensive information on pharmacy practice, anatomy and physiology, math calculation, and pharmacology. Built from the ground up to map directly to American Society for Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) accreditation competencies and to the accepted certification exams, this approachable text covers everything from processing and handling of medications and medication orders to patient safety, quality assurance, and regulation and compliance. It also features a rich art program with equipment close-ups, clinical procedures and processes, and body system illustrations that bring the content to life and visually reinforce your understanding of key concepts. With its clear writing, expert insight, and engaging study tools, this text will help you develop a solid foundation in the pharmacy content you need to pass the board examination and launch a successful and rewarding career. NEW! Content covers the latest information on telehealth, virtual patient communication, infection protection, and medications. EXPANDED! Additional information addresses non-sterile and sterile compounding and foundational math calculations. Comprehensive coverage of pharmacy practice, A&P, and pharmacology support classroom success and board exam preparation. Built from the ground up to map to the latest ASHP accreditation standards and competencies. Step-by-step illustrated procedures offer rationales for key skills and competencies. Study practice includes review questions at the end of each chapter, exam-review appendix with sample questions, and review questions online. Real-world problem-solving is emphasized in scenario boxes throughout the text. Mini drug monographs provide essential drug information summaries and photos for commonly prescribed medications. Tech Notes and Tech Alerts offer practical tips for on-the-job accuracy and efficiency.

This easy-to-use, chapter-by-chapter companion to Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 7th Edition, helps you solidify your understanding and mastery of key skills and concepts. Each chapter of this combination workbook and lab manual contains a wide variety of review questions, exercises, and experiential lab activities to reinforce key concepts, encourage you to reflect critically, and relate to practice for success on the job. Combined with the core textbook, this learning package takes you from day one through graduation and certification!NEW! Coverage of the latest information on telehealth, virtual patient communication, infection protection, and medications. EXPANDED! Additional content on non-sterile and sterile compounding and foundational math calculations. Comprehensive coverage designed to align with the ASHP curriculum and Pharmacy Technician certification exam blueprints. Built from the ground up to map to the latest ASHP accreditation standards and competencies. Reinforce Key Concepts sections offer helpful review and practice. Reflect Critically sections with realistic scenarios encourage content assimilation and application. Relate to Practice sections with laboratory exercises provide hands-on practice to promote multi-dimensional skills mastery. Skills checklists for all textbook procedures enable you to track your progress on key competencies.

Get the big picture on professional nursing issues and prepare for leadership and management! Contemporary Nursing: Issues, Trends, & Management, 10th Edition ensures that you are prepared for the complex and rapidly changing world of today's nursing. Coverage of key topics includes nursing theories and evidence-based practice, patient safety and quality care, clinical judgment, delegation and supervision, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, and working within a multicultural and multigenerational environment. Written by noted nursing educators Barbara Cherry and Susan R. Jacob, this text not only prepares you for success on the NCLEX-RN® examination but for a role as an effective nursing manager and leader. NEW! Information on COVID-19 covers its impact on the nursing workforce, including travel nursing, as well as self-care and PTSD in post-pandemic nursing. NEW! Coverage of emerging issues includes cultural humility, health disparities, and social determinants of health. NEW! Workforce advocacy updates address the nursing shortage, the Nurses Bill of Rights, and whistleblower protection. NEW! Updated NCLEX-RN® Examination information includes the latest on the Next Generation NCLEX® exam, question types, and the new test plan. NEW! Chapter summaries close the loop from the opening questions at the beginning of the chapter to the summary of key content. NEW! Updates on information technology include health-related wearable technologies including sensors, biosensors, and remote monitoring, as well as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual and augmented reality technologies. NEW! Updates on nursing leadership and management include expanded content on bullying and incivility, communication with different generations, and the use of social media. NEW! Updated national patient safety goals include content on nursing quality indicators, AHRQ's 2023 Making Healthcare Safer report, and the role of professional nurses in quality improvement guided by the AACN 2021 Essentials. NEW! Updates on health policy and politics include information from the Future of Nursing Report 2020-2030 and content on reducing disparities to achieve health equity. Current Issues in Health Care unit covers the rising costs of health care, legal and ethical issues, cultural competency, complementary and alternative healing, palliative care, workforce advocacy, collective bargaining, emergency preparedness, and more. Leadership and Management in Nursing unit guides you through management skills such as budgeting, delegation, staffing, communication and conflict resolution, and health policy and politics. Career Management unit describes how to make the transition from student to professional nurse, time management, career opportunities, and tips on how to pass the NCLEX-RN® examination. Colorful, humorous cartoons depict the themes in each chapter, and full-color illustrations demonstrate concepts. Case studies help you apply theory to clinical practice and to build clinical judgment skills. Vignettes at the beginning of each chapter personalize nursing history and practice, and help you understand your place in the profession. Questions to Consider While Reading This Chapter follow, reflecting back on the Vignettes and focusing on the topic to be discussed. Key terms, learning outcomes, and chapter overviews also begin each chapter, helping you organize and focus your study, and a summary at the end of each chapter reinforces the key points to remember.

In this issue of Cardiology Clinics, guest editors Drs. Eric H. Yang and Ashley F. Stein-Merlob bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Cardio-oncology. Top experts discuss key topics such as anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity; cardiac complications of immunotherapy: immune checkpoint inhibitors and CAR T cell therapy; advances in diagnosis and treatment of amyloid cardiomyopathy; guidelines in cardio-oncology; and more.Contains 18 relevant, practice-oriented topics including permissive cardiotoxicity; advances in imaging of cardiotoxicity; management of cancer therapy-related hypertension; cardiac complications of radiation therapy; health disparities in cardio-oncology; and more.Provides in-depth clinical reviews on cardio-oncology, offering actionable insights for clinical practice.Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Effective scar management is an essential clinical skill-one that calls for the most up-to-date management and treatment options to help patients minimize the physical, aesthetic, psychological, and social consequences that can be associated with scarring. Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Scar Management, 2nd Edition, provides current, practical guidance on medical treatments, light/laser treatment, surgical and non-surgical procedures, and more, edited by the foremost pioneers in the field. Succinctly written and lavishly illustrated, this resource focuses on procedural how to's and offers step-by-step guidance on proper techniques, pitfalls, and tricks of the trade.Reviews connective tissue biology, wound healing, and scar formation.Covers the hottest topics and treatments in scar management and pigment modification today including medical, surgical, and radiation approaches, as well as the evolving landscape of lasers and other energy-based devices.Discusses common pitfalls and emphasizes how to optimize outcomes.Shares tips and tricks of the trade from practically minded, technically skilled, hands-on clinicians.Includes new chapters on minimally invasive procedures in scar management; management of keloids and hypertrophic scars; management of acne scarring; management of traumatic and burn scars; patient case studies and treatment algorithms; and more, as well as two new videos on lasers and energy-based devices.Features a wealth of color illustrations and photographs that depict cases as they present in practice, treatment algorithms, and further reading lists.An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Other recent titles in the Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology Series: Cosmeceuticals, 4th Edition [9780443118081]Cosmetic Treatment of Skin of Color, 1st Edition [9780323831444]Surgical Lifting, 1st Edition [9780323673266]Hair Restoration, 1st Edition [9780323829212]Soft Tissue Augmentation, 5th Edition [9780323830751]Botulinum Toxin, 5th Edition [9780323831161]Lasers, Lights, and Energy Devices, 5th Edition [9780323829052]