Authored by a nurse-midwife a perinatologist & a nurse Mosby's Pocket Guide to Fetal Monitoring A Multidisciplinary Approach 8th Edition is an evidence-based resource on fetal heart rate monitoring for all clinicians
- whether you are a nurse a physician or a midwife a student or an instructor this guide has information crucial to your practice Designed specifically for the clinical environment it provides a single source for interpretation & management of electronic fetal monitoring
- in labor & delivery the intensive care unit inpatient antepartum units or the obstetric or midwifery office Pocket-sized two-color design offers portability & easy access to information Descriptions of the relationship between fetal heart rate & fetal acidemia alert you to important considerations in the care of the laboring patient Patient safety & risk management strategies with case study illustrations & legal commentary include guidelines for providing safe & competent care Coverage of innovative practices supports a culture of patient safety & enhanced quality outcomes in high-reliability perinatal units addressing Use of a common language for fetal heart rate patterns with a common construct for interpretation Emergency preparedness (multidisciplinary mock emergencies simulations debriefing after critical events & exemplary practice) Human factor issues (step-by-step process to improve communication situational awareness no-faultjust culture teamwork & collegiality) Selected FHR Tracings & Cases Interpretation & Documentation appendix provides an important reference tool for all clinicians Expert author team with international presence NEW! Two simple principles of interpretation that are evidence- & consensus-based NEW! Content on Category II tracing management prepares you to assist in delivery decisions NEW! Neonatal encephalopathy content keeps you in the know UPDATED! Revised chapters feature the most up-to-date information

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The new second edition of Mosby's Review for the NBDE Part I provides the most up-to-date information on each of the basic sciences addressed in Part I of the National Board Dental Examination (NBDE)
- including Anatomic Sciences Biochemistry & Physiology Microbiology & Pathology & Dental Anatomy & Occlusion Edited by Frank Dowd a recognized authority in the dental field & authored by experts in each of the 9 subject areas this complete exam review utilizes an easy-to-use outline format that mirrors the topic progression of the NBDE It also comes loaded with informative examples & illustrations endless practice questions reflecting the latest question types & customizable testing modes to ensure you are fully prepared to tackle every aspect of Part I of the NBDEEasy-to-use outline format organizes essential data & key points in a clean streamlined fashion Exam-based progression of topics presents sections & topics in the same order as they appear on the actual exam Practice exams with Approx. 450 questions appear at the end of the book along with the correct answers & rationales Approx. 200 diagrams & photographs provide visual evidence to support key topics including anatomic structures physiology & microbiology Tables & text boxes provide supplementary information & emphasize important data from the text NEW! Online resources on the companion Evolve website include Database of exam questions Timed practice exams Custom test generator to mimic the NBDE ISample cases Answers & rationales Downloadable apps NEW! Practice & testing modes for NBDE I review allow you to test yourself via category or in a testing format that means that you can create an unlimited number of unique practice tests with instant feedback UPDATED! New test items types in practice exams include multiple correct answer extended matching & answer ordering question types that are found on the latest NBDE exam from the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE)
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Perfect for those who have passed Part I of the National Dental Board Exam & are preparing for Part II the new second edition of Mosby's Review for the NBDE Part II

Includes:: all the review & testing practice you need to pass Part II Edited by Frank Dowd a recognized authority in the dental field & authored by experts in each of the 4 subject areas this complete exam review utilizes an easy-to-use outline format that mirrors the topic progression of the NBDE Content review

Includes:: the most up-to-date information on all the basic biomedical & dental sciences that are covered in Part II of the NBDE
- including Endodontics Operative Dentistry Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Pain Control Oral Diagnosis Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry Patient Management Periodontics Pharmacology & Prosthodontics This review companion also comes loaded with endless practice questions reflecting the latest question types customizable testing modes & hundreds informative examples & illustrations Easy-to-use outline format organizes essential data & key points in a clean streamlined fashion Exam-based progression of topics presents sections & topics in the same order as they appear on the actual exam Practice exams with Approx. 450 questions appear at the end of the book along with the correct answers & rationales Approx. 400 diagrams & photographs provide visual evidence to support key biomedical & dental topics Tables & text boxes provide supplementary information & emphasize important data from the text NEW! Online resources on the companion Evolve website include Database of exam questions Timed practice exams Custom test generator to mimic the NBDE IISample cases Answers & rationales Downloadable apps NEW! Practice & testing modes for NBDE II review allow you to test yourself via category or in a testing format that means that you can create an unlimited number of unique practice tests with instant feedback UPDATED! New test items types in practice exams include multiple correct answer extended matching & answer ordering question types that are found on the latest NBDE exam from the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE)




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Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants clearly & comprehensively addresses current responsibilities of the nursing assistant working in a long-term care setting Written at a 7th grade reading level in an appealing visual format this text addresses the needs of learners of all levels More than 100 procedures provide clear instructions for completing skills in manageable segments for easier learning The newly updated companion CD contains over 25 animated procedures with exercises & an audio glossary to assist the multi-modal learner 7th grade reading level promotes comprehension in all levels of learners including ESL students OBRA & CMS content highlights OBRA & CMS requirements for providing care Quality-of-Life boxes in each chapter & content throughout reinforce the importance of promoting residents' rights & enhancing the quality of life while providing care Over 100 procedures with detailed step-by-step instructions for completing nursing assistant skills in manageable segments for easier learning NNAAP certification exam icons alert you to skills tested on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program & state certification exams Promotion Safety & Comfort boxes offer guidelines for practicing safe & effective care to enhance patient safety & comfort Residents with Dementia boxes provide specific considerations for safe & effective care of residents with dementia that help you meet the special needs of residents with dementia Focus on Rehabilitation boxes clarify considerations & insights about rehabilitation & restorative care Delegation Guidelines boxes highlight nursing assistant responsibilities for delegated tasks to better prepare you to deliver safe & effective care Caring About Culture boxes illustrate examples of cultural & ethnic beliefs & customs to help you become a more sensitive care provider Focus on Communication boxes emphasize importance of good communication & provide practical tips to help you communicate more effectively & confidently Teamwork & Time Management boxes supply specific guidelines to help nursing assistants provide excellent efficient care & cooperation among members of health care team NEW! Video clip icons in the procedures alert you to video clips on the accompanying Evolve site to enhance your learning from the br&-new edition of Mosby's Nursing Assistant Video Skills Procedure icons next to content headings alert you to related procedures Review questions at the end of each chapter help you evaluate learning NEW! Time to Reflect boxes present realistic practice setting situations nursing assistants face that help you build critical thinking skills while applying chapter concepts NEW! Updated nutrition emergency & safety content offers new guidelines in diets choking & cardiopulmonary resuscitation NEW! Updated Spanish Vocabulary & Phrases audio glossary supplies Spanish pronunciation of common English phrases used in the healthcare setting NEW! Updated companion CD with over 25 animated procedures demonstrates the most common procedures in animated form with accompanying exercises & complete audio that reinforces learning with multi-modal learners NEW! Pocket-sized clinical reference card equips you with easy access to common abbreviations normal values 24-hour clock & common positions ...

Master the essential skills of today's nursing assistant! Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants 9th Edition prepares you to work in long-term care acute care & subacute care settings Known for its comprehensive coverage & an easy-to-read visual approach this book

Includes:: step-by-step instructions for over 100 nursing assistant procedures New to this edition is a practice scenario in each chapter to help you develop problem solving & critical thinking skills as well as Focus on Math boxes that highlight common calculations done on the job Written by well-known educator Sheila Sorrentino & expert co-author Leighann Remmert this market-leading text emphasizes the importance of teamwork & communication
- two elements critical to being an effective nursing assistant Complete coverage

Includes:: the knowledge & skills needed by the nursing assistant Guidelines to over 100 procedures are divided into pre-procedure procedure & post-procedure sections for easier learning A clear readable writing style is supplemented with more than 1000 full-color photographs & illustrations Key terms & abbreviations are included at the beginning of each chapter with a comprehensive glossary at the back of the book Review questions in each chapter are useful in guiding your study reviewing what you have learned & preparing for a test or the competency evaluation Video icons indicate skills for which video is provided on the free Evolve companion website or in Mosby's Nursing Assistant Video Skills 40 (sold separately) Summary boxes highlight key aspects of patient care including safety & comfort long-term care home care personal pride the needs of children & older persons cultural considerations communication guidelines delegated tasks teamwork & time management Focus on PRIDE boxes highlight personal & professional responsibility rights & respect delegation & teamwork & ethics & laws to help you promote pride in the person the family & yourself The Workbook & Competency Evaluation Review corresponds to chapters in the text & encourages learning with a wide variety of exercises It also

Includes:: over 100 checklists one for every procedure in the textbook The Competency Evaluation Review

Includes:: a content review skills evaluation review & two practice exams to prepare students for their certification exam Sold separately Promoting Safety & Comfort boxes detail measures & cautions for providing safe effective patient care Focus on Long-Term Care & Focus on Home Care boxes highlight information vital to providing competent care in these settings Focus on Children & Focus on Older Person boxes provide age-specific information about the special needs considerations & circumstances of children & older persons Caring About Culture boxes help you learn about the beliefs & customs of other cultures so you can provide appropriate care Focus on Communication boxes provide guidelines for what to say & ask when communicating with residents visitors & the nursing team Teamwork & Time Management boxes cite ways you can efficiently work with & help nursing team members Delegation Guidelines identify your specific responsibilities in accepting commonly delegated tasks NEW Getting a Job chapter describes the professional skills needed for seeking & landing a new job upon certification NEW Delegation chapter explains how nursing assistants work within the health care team & receive instructions from the nurse &

Includes:: tips on questions to ask when receiving delegated tasks NEW! Focus on Math highlights the basic math skills you need as a nursing assistant NEW! Focus on Practice Problem Solving

Includes:: scenarios that develop your critical thinking skills in common situations encountered during practice NEW! NATCEP skills are identified as skills most often required for demonstration on state certification exams NEW! Focus on Surveys feature highlights the nursing assistant's role during state inspections NEW! Focus on PRIDE application questions promote pride in the nursing assistant the person & the person's family UPDATEDvideo clips from the latest Nursing Assistant Video Skills series demonstrate selected skills UPDATED Body Spectrum interactive anatomy review is available on the Evolve companion website












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In the course of the past 45 years Angus Roxburgh has translated Tolstoy met three successive Russian presidents & been jinxed by a Siberian shaman He has come under fire in war zones & been arrested by Chechen thugs He was wooed by the KGB who then decided he would make a lousy spy & expelled him from the country In Moscow Calling Roxburgh presents his Russia
- not the Russia of news reports but a quirky crazy exasperating beautiful tumultuous world that in forty years has changed completely & yet not at all From the dark fearful days of communism & his adventures as a correspondent as the Soviet Union collapsed into chaos to his frustrating work as a media consultant in Putin's Kremlin this is a uniquefascinating & often hilarious insight into a country that today more than ever is of global political significance
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The violent death of a journalist leads secret agent Gabriel Allon to Russia But this is not the grim Moscow of Soviet times but a new Moscow awash in oil wealth & in thrall to a new generation of rich Stalinists plotting to challenge an old enemy the United States One such man is Ivan Kharkov a former KGB colonel whose global empire is built on a lucrative & deadly business Kharkov is an arms dealer
- & he's about to sell Russia's most dangerous weapon to al-Qaeda Unless Allon can learn the time & place of delivery the world will suffer its deadliest terror attack since 911 The countdown to Armageddon has begun
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As the symbolic heart of Russia Moscow with its 870th anniversary in 2017 is the centre of politics & culture & has enjoyed a renaissance as one of the world's great cities The capital's streets now buzz 24-hours a day & offer a wealth of historic sites plush new hotels internationally-stocked shops & thousands of eating establishments Her sister-city St Petersburg host of Russia's golden age & cradle of revolution & surely Russia's soul was founded in 1703 by Peter the Great One of the most graceful & well-proportioned cities in the world filled with baroque & classical architecture & known as the Venice of the North for its scenic canals it is easy to see how St Petersburg became the inspiration for musicians artists poets & writers This 4th edition of the Odyssey guidebook contains a wealth of information on these two great cities & the regions surrounding them including the Golden Ring a series of ancient Russian towns set in the stunning countryside around Moscow It provides a historical overview & is a guide to cultural sites of the two cities & the Golden Ring towns such as Yaroslavl Vladimir & Suzdal There are literary excerpts from writers such as Pushkin Dostoevsky & Dumas & a recommended reading list The 784 pages include 200 colour photographs & 23 maps ...

Venya is more interested in how much he & his colleagues can drink during the working day than in his job Once he is fired he spends the last of his money on booze & sets off on a train journey to visit beautiful picturesque utopian Petushki where his beloved & child are waiting for him But Venya's drinking gets out of control on the train & Petushki seems to lie increasingly beyond his grasp Funny & sad Yerofeev's alcohol-soaked story of a man on a train perfectly captures Soviet society on the brink of doom exhausted corrupt & heading into the night in sodden dignity'A dark & hilarious work cocktailing the satire of Gogol with the gutter-level eye of Bukowski & the menace & nightmare vision of Genet' Time Out Moscow Stations -- the only novel published by the Russian writer Venedikt Yerofeev -- was written in 1969 & existed first only amongst samizdat circles as a typed manuscript passed hand to hand by readers in Soviet Russia It was first published officially in the magazine Sobriety & Culture in 1989 This translation was first published by Faber in 1997 ...

The revelatory thriller from the much-admired & million copy-selling journalist 336 pages Simpson John ...