Featuring over 54,000 entries, this thoroughly updated Sixth Edition contains the medical terminology used in over 30 of today's fastest growing health profession areas—plus comprehensive inclusion of entries suited for the nursing field. The book includes 1,000 enriched color images and photographs, a glossy insert with detailed images by Anatomical Chart Company in a glossy insert, 68 appendices, and cut thumb tabs for quick A-to-Z reference. More than 46 leading consultants from health professions and nursing contributed to the enhancements of this edition. A bound-in bonus CD-ROM includes the features of the print edition in fully searchable format, over 48,000 audio pronunciations, approximately 50 anatomical animations, plus a free version of Stedman's Plus Medical/Pharmaceutical Spellchecker (a $99.00 value).
Product Description: Wausau Heart Institute, WI. Pocket-sized guide for critical care nurses provides the what, why, and how of the most essential critical care procedures. Categorizes information by body system, listed alphabetically. Features abundant line drawing, graphs, and tables. Previous edition: c1998. Softcover.
Product Description: A quick reference guide to the diagnosis and treatment of common primary care problems
The information is presented in such a way as to help students and physicians quickly form a list of possible diagnoses, perform a cost-effective diagnostic work-up, and prescribe therapy for the most common causes of acute and chronic complaints.
Principles of clinical decision making and efficient management strategies are integrated throughout the book.
Product Description: The Secrets Series® is breaking new ground again. A two-color page layout, a portable size, and a list of the "Top 100 Secrets" in anesthesia help you to better meet the challenges they face today. And, at no extra charge, you’ll also receive online access to the complete contents of the text via Elsevier’s innovative STUDENT CONSULT website. You’ll still find all of the features you rely on the Secret Series® for—a question-and-answer format, lists, mnemonics, and tables and an informal tone that make reference fast and easy. No matter what questions arise in practice or while preparing for boards, this new volume has the answers you need—in print and online. The smart way to study! Elsevier titles with STUDENT CONSULT will help you master difficult concepts and study more efficiently in print and online! Perform rapid searches. Integrate bonus content from other disciplines. Download text to your handheld device. And a lot more. Each STUDENT CONSULT title comes with full text o * All chapters updated or completely re-written for this edition. * Incorporates 75 figures, 15 of which are new to this edition. * Utilizes a new, more streamlined structure. * Includes a list of the "Top 100 Secrets" to keep in mind during a rotation or residency. * Features a compact trim size (5 1/4" x 8 1/2") for enhanced portability. * Makes information easier to find with a two-color page layout and "Key Points" boxes. * Identifies useful websites to make it easy to find additional information on a specific topic, and provides live links in the online version. * Uses bulleted lists, tables, short answers, and a highly detailed index to expedite reference. * Features pearls, tips, memory aids, and "secrets" from the experts.
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CMDT delivers the most current insights into signs, symptoms, epidemiology, etiology, and treatment for over 1,000 diseases and disorders. Turn to any topic, and you'll find on-the-spot, evidence-based answers that reflect the most recent developments in diagnosis and treatment. This concise, authoritative reference gets you up to speed--fast--on the latest medical advances, prevention strategies, cost-effective treatments, and more.
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Comprehensive coverage of inpatient and outpatient care, focusing on the diagnostic tools relevant to your day-to-day practice
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Only text with an annual review of advances in HIV treatment
“Essentials of Diagnosis” for most diseases/disorders
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ICD codes featured on inside covers
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Up-to-date references provide peer-reviewed, evidence-based information
New to this edition:
Color insert expanded to 16 pages
Latest developments in HIV infection, including new drugs, recommended treatment regimens, and antiretroviral drug resistance
All new chapter on hemostasis and antithrombotic therapy
Completely revamped End of Life Chapter, now called Palliative Care & Pain Management to reflect its new emphasis
Sections on asthma (includes 2007 NAEPP guidelines) and palpitations
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Product Description: The second author, Stephen C. Hammill, is with Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. Text provides methods for the improvement of ECG interpretation skills. Includes a comprehensive scope for preparation of boards and examinations. Presents updated and additional cases for a thorough review. For students and residents. Previous edition: c1998. Softcover.
Product Description: The first medical specialty selection guide written by residents for students! Provides an inside look at the issues surrounding medical specialty selection, blending first-hand knowledge with useful facts and statistics, such as salary information, employment data, and match statistics. Focuses on all the major specialties and features firsthand portrayals of each by current residents. Also includes a guide to personality characteristics that are predominate with practitioners of each specialty.
A terrific mixture of objective information as well as factual data make this book an easy, informative, and interesting read. --Review from a 4th year Medical Student
Product Description: Univ. of California, San Francisco. Exam review for medical students preparing for the USMLE Step 2 exam. Covers topics likely to be covered, critiques review books, study methods, and testtaking tips. Written by medical students. Previous edition, c1996, authored by Angelica Go. Softcover.
Product Description: Pocket-sized outline and quick reference to the most commonly used nonprescription drugs, vitamins and dietary supplements. Includes generic and trade names, pregnancy risk category, drug forms, route, indications and dosages, adverse reactions, contraindications, patient teaching, and more. Also includes a full-color photographic guide. Softcover. DNLM: Drugs, Non-Prescription.
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