The #1 guide to the principles and clinical applications of evidence-based medicine has just gotten better!
No other resource helps you to put key evidence-based medicine protocols into daily clinical practice better than Users' Guides to the Medical Literature.
An instant classic in its first edition, this detailed, yet highly readable reference demystifies the statistical, analytical, and clinical principles of evidence-based medicine, giving you a hands-on, practical resource that no other text can match.
Here, you'll learn how to distinguish solid medical evidence from poor medical evidence, devise the best search strategies for each clinical question, critically appraise the medical literature, and optimally tailor evidence-based medicine for each patient. The new second edition of this landmark resource is now completely revised and refreshed throughout, with expanded coverage of both basic and advanced issues in using evidence-based medicine in clinical practice.
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Completely revised and updated to reflect the enormous expansion in medical research and evidence-based resources since the first edition
Innovative organization guides you from the fundamentals of using the medical literature to the more advanced strategies and skills for use in every day patient care situations
Abundant and current real-world examples drawn from the medical literature are woven throughout, and include important related principles and pitfalls in using medical literature in patient care decisions
Practical focus on the key issues in evidence-based practice: What are the results? Are the results valid? How to I apply to results to the care of my patients?
Edited by over 60 internationally recognized editors and contributors from the U.S., Canada, South America, Europe, and Asia-the best of the best in the discipline
NEW, Current, authoritative content covering how to: Avoid being misled by biased presentations of research findings; Interpret the significance of clinical trials that are discontinued early; Influence clinician behavior to improve patient care; Apply key strategies for teaching evidence-based medicine; And more
Also look for JAMAevidence.com, a new interactive database for the best practice of evidence based medicine.
The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult (The 5-Minute Consult Series) from: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 3 used from $78.01 31 Thirdparty New from $71.10 Edition: 5 Media: Hardcover EAN: 9780781775779 ISBN: 0781775779 Number Of Pages: 1112 Publication Date: 2008-03-01 Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
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The thoroughly updated Fifth Edition of this best-selling reference provides immediate, practical advice on problems seen in infants, children, and adolescents. More than 460 chief complaints and diseases are covered in the fast-access two-page outline format that makes The 5-Minute Consult Series titles so popular among busy clinicians. Other features include a medication index, syndromes glossary, surgical glossary, laboratory values, and tables. The Fifth Edition has new emergency department material including ingestion of caustics, opioids, and "ecstasy-type" drugs. New material on childhood obesity, metabolic syndrome, and probiotics is also included. A brand-new companion Website offers the fully searchable text plus full-color clinical photographs from Chung/Boom/Datto/Matz, Visual Diagnosis in Pediatrics. (www.5minpediatricconsult.com) The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult, Fifth Edition is also available for PDAs.
Product Description: The Secrets Series® is breaking new ground again. This updated and expanded edition will cover all aspects of emergency medicine. Sections include decision making in emergency medicine, primary complaints, nontraumatic illness, central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary tract, hematology/oncology, metabolism and endocrinology, infectious disease, environmental emergencies, neonatal and childhood disorders, toxicologic emergencies, gynecology and obstetrics, trauma, behavioral emergencies, emergency medicine administration and risk management, and medical oversight and disaster management. A new, two-color page layout, a more portable size, and a list of the "Top 100 Secrets" in emergency medicine help readers to better meet the challenges they face today. And, at no extra charge, purchasers also receive online access to the complete contents of the text via Elsevier's innovative STUDENTConsult.com website. Readers will still find all of the features they rely on the Secret Series® fora question- and -answer format, lists, mnemonics, and tables and an informal tone that make reference fast and easy. No matter what questions arise this updated 4th edition has the answersin print and online.
Uses bulleted lists, tables, short answers, and a highly detailed index to expedite reference.
Your purchase of this book entitles you to access www.studentconsult.com at no extra charge. This innovative web site offers you...
Access to the complete text and illustrations of this book.
Content clipping for your handheld.
An interactive community center with a wealth of additional resources.
The more STUDENT CONSULT titles you buy, the more resources you can access online! Look for the STUDENT CONSULT logo on your favorite Elsevier textbooks!
HUNDREDS OF DIAGRAMS AND CLINICAL PHOTOS INTEGRATED INTO THE TEXT – FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FULL COLOR
*This description refers to the two-volume set of Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 16/e.
The Harrison's name is synonymous with internal medicine. HPIM continues to be the most authoritative and #1 selling medical textbook throughout the world. From its unique section on signs and symptoms through to the most comprehensive coverage of most all conditions seen by physician’s, Harrison's is the internal medicine reference of choice. Harrison's 16th Edition features new, expanded, revised and updated material on the key topics in medical practice today. From the latest research findings to up-to-the-minute advances in diagnostic and treatment methodologies, Harrison's puts the facts you need at your fingertips.
The 16th Edition improves on a winning formula with: *State-of-the-art coverage of over 4,700 diseases and disorders—more than any other internal medicine text – in the areas of oncology and hematology; infectious diseases; cardiology; pulmonology; gastroenterology; clinical immunology; rheumatology; endocrinology; and neurology *A brand new full color format—665 full color drawings, 175 clinical and laboratory images, and hundreds of boxes, tables, and algorithms that use color to guide you to the information you need ASAP in everyday patient care *Thorough revision and updates of virtually all chapters *The addition of key new chapters – including extensive new coverage of Critical Care Medicine *145 algorithms for making accurate clinical decisions fast at the point of care *1,160 easy-access tables for immediate access to vital information and formulas *Cardinal manifestations of disease/signs and symptoms in 55 chapters (you’ll find yourself turning to this section over and over again). Here you will find all the major manifestations, such as fever, pain, aches and rash, presented in depth, with a referral that takes you to the disease section for the complete chapter.
Stay a step ahead of everyday practice with the most authoritative, comprehensive, and useful guide to the entire spectrum of internal medicine.
Product Description: Pocket Companion for Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 4th edition, is a convenient and portable clinical tool for carrying out a holistic, head-to-toe assessment. This handbook is useful either as an adjunct to the Jarvis text, or as an independent primer of basic assessment skills. The Pocket Companion features all the essentials: health history points, exam steps for each body system, normal versus abnormal findings; integrated life span and transcultural considerations; and over 100 meticulously prepared color illustrations. All of this is presented in an attractive and user-friendly format that mirrors the core text. Revised and updated to match the text, the Pocket Companion is cross-referenced to the text by page number for those times when the reader needs more detailed information.
Consistent, student-friendly format matches the core text, with each body system chapter divided into the following major sections: Anatomy (corresponds with Structure and Function section in the text); Subjective Data; Objective Data; Nursing Diagnoses; and Abnormal Findings.
Attractive full-color design highlights key information for quick, easy reference.
Objective Data (method of examination) is presented in a clear, two-column layout that is easy to follow. Normal Range of Findings content is listed in the left column, and the corresponding Abnormal Findings are described in the right column.
Relevant Developmental Considerations are highlighted with a special icon, and cover age-specific life span content for pediatric, pregnant, and aging adult patients.
New pain and domestic violence content has been added to bring the book up-to-date with these pertinent assessment topics.
Over 100 full-color illustrations enhance learning by presenting anatomy and physiology and examination techniques more clearly.
Selected Transcultural Considerations are highlighted with a special icon to provide a context for care of a multicultural patient group.
Summary Checklists at the end of each body system chapter provide a cue-card review of exam steps.
Nursing Diagnoses are listed for each region of body system being assessed (contains the most recent NANDA Taxonomy II terminology).
Numerous helpful summary tables at the end of each chapter enhance clinical functionality.
Product Description: For the highest quality patient care, medical professionals need confidence in their skills with the patient interview. THE CLINICAL ENCOUNTER: A GUIDE TO THE MEDICAL INTERVIEW AND CASE PRESENTATION provides the tools and practical guidelines needed for clinical practice. Part I addresses the basics in the medical interview. Part II focuses on advanced topics and problems that students and physicians may encounter on a daily basis. It features doctor-patient dialogues and vignettes on how to act and respond in any patient encounter in a respectful, caring way. The authors' clear writing style and specific suggestions offer guidance for easing difficult and sensitive situations relevant to day-to-day clinical settings.
Features clear, easy to read writing style to facilitate understanding and aid in improved patient interactions. Divides topics into essential and advanced topics which allows user to access topics of immediate need. Provides boxes and tables to summarize important topics for quick access and retrieval of information. Describes situations that most physicians will likely encounter in practice to make content relevant and extremely useful. Provides interesting quotations from famous and not so famous for meaningful comments and humor to a serious topic Features thoughtful text with warm, caring, respectful guidance for patient interaction to help healthcare professionals be human, not just rushed, fact-finders. Provides practical examples and sample questions and statements to help patient feel comfortable and doctor obtain needed information to give user ideas for every situation of how and what to say to build confidence and skill when talking with patients.
Product Description: The 2nd Edition of THE MEDICAL INTERVIEW presents basic interviewing skills in a systematic approach designed to assist students in mastering communicating with patients. A new unit on managing common challenging communicating situations* including language and cultural barriers, pediatric and elderly patients, and non-verbal communication*has been added. The text emphasizes straightforward tasks, behaviors, and skills that can be easily demonstrated, practiced, and mastered by learners.
Product Description: The 2009 volume of Ferris Clinical Advisor is simply the fastest, most effective way to access current diagnostic and therapeutic information on over 700 conditions. Its popular "5 books in 1" format provides quick reference to actionable guidance on diseases and disorders differential diagnosis clinical algorithms laboratory evaluations and clinical preventive services. Consult the user-friendly text or effortlessly search the thoroughly updated 2009 volume online, where youll also have unlimited access to downloadable illustrations, revised patient teaching guides in English and Spanish, downloadable content for your PDA, links to PubMed, and so much more.
Presents cross-references, outlines, bulleted text, tables, boxes, and algorithms for rapid access to key information.
Provides cost-effective referral and consultation guidelines.
Includes more than 200 lab tests covering normal values and interpretation of results.
Incorporates the most common childhood diseases into the Diseases and Disorders section.
Provides billing codes, including ICD-9-CM codes, to expedite insurance claims and reimbursements.
Features website addresses for additional resources and support.
Offers downloadable content for your handheld device.
Incorporates 10 new topics711 totalinto the Diseases and Disorders section, including IgA nephropathy, interstitial cystitis, Sturge-Weber syndrome, and retropharyngeal abscess.
Contains 14 new entriesover 507 in allin the Differential Diagnosis section, such as groin masses, eyelid neoplasm, intraocular neoplasm, hemoperitoneum, and foot dermatitis.
Includes an expanded Clinical Algorithms section with more than 15 new algorithms, including anisocoria, granuloma, HIV detection, osteoporosis, and systemic sclerosis.
Provides sweeping updates to the Clinical Preventive Services section with all new immunization guidelines from the CDC.
Adds a new appendix on primary care procedures that discusses 25 commonly used, office-based procedures, presented in an illustrated, at-a-glance format for easy reference.
Presents comprehensive revisions and reorganized appendices for a continued user-friendly approach to the latest information.
Includes thoroughly updated content in the Complementary and Alternative Medicine appendix to keep you current.
Features the thoroughly updated 2009 volume online, where youll also have unlimited access to downloadable illustrations, revised patient teaching guides in English and Spanish, downloadable content for your PDA, links to PubMed, and more, for convenient accessibility to essential information.
Product Description: A concise, colorful alternative to more detailed textbooks of medicine, this latest edition incorporates a large number of color photographs to show key presenting signs and symptoms as they are seen in practice. Offering a remarkable value, it features over 1,500 illustrations including clinical photographs, endoscopic images, ultrasound scans, ECG's, and summary tables. In addition to the illustrations, the book provides concise accompanying text, detailed legends, and Key Facts boxes to make exam revision easier.
An unrivalled collection of clinical images depicts presenting signs and trains the reader to recognize the physical signs of underlying disorders.
Focusing on only the essential concepts, it makes learning and retention much easier.
A convenient and portable size makes the book more manageable and appealing.
A more accessible writing style, with headings and bullet points, assists speed reading and review.
Key Facts boxes increase retention.
Color photos and imaging pictures (CTs/MRIs) have been improved.
Product Description: Now in its fifth edition, this popular diagnostic resource continues to provide you with practical coverage of the most common complaints you're likely to see in daily practice. It's organized by symptomrather than diseaseand consistent throughout, giving you easy access to the most frequent symptoms with which your patients are likely to present. Discussions of probable causes for the complaint, historical
Covers only the most common patient complaints so you don't have to wade through superfluous text.
Focuses on efficient and economical imaging modalities and laboratory tests, offering you practical information necessary to exist in today's managed health care environment.
Includes a comprehensive dermatologic section to help you through a tough-to-diagnose area of medicine.
Provides a consistent chapter organization throughout for easy navigation and retrieval of information.
Discusses the latest laboratory tests and imaging modalities so you can order the most effective diagnostic tests for the symptoms you see.
Presents the dermatology section in full color to help you more easily identify skin disorders.
Offers a two-color interior design and highlighted key concepts make information easy to find and apply.
