Over 2000 small stickers that can be used to make a variety of imaginative mosaics showing life in a castle Themed pages have easy-to-copy suggestions for inspiration or you can create your own scenes Extra stickers can be used to add smaller details All the stickers in this book are reusable ...

Whether they're a new vet tech student or reviewing for the certification exam Mosby's Comprehensive Review for Veterinary Technicians 4th Edition is the ideal review tool to help students master critical concepts & pass the VTNE Now in full color this edition features a user-friendly outline format that helps break down information visually Coverage reinforces key concepts in basic & clinical sciences clinical applications patient management & nutrition anesthesia & pharmacology medical & surgical nursing & critical care plus new information on pain management To ensure the most meaningful review the Evolve site features a study mode that

Includes:: 500 review questions & an exam mode that offers a computer-based testing environment similar to what students will encounter when taking the VTNEComprehensive coverage

Includes:: all areas of veterinary technology such as basic & clinical sciences; clinical applications; patient management nursing & nutrition; anesthesia & pharmacology; & professional practices & issues Comprehensive review exam at the end of the text contains 350 questions that provide you with a solid review of the vet tech curriculum & the information you need to know to pass the VTNEUser-friendly outline format is conducive to classification & grouping of material which helps you retain the content Coverage of dogs cats large animals birds reptiles & laboratory animals ensures you are prepared for all aspects of the national board examination Summarized concepts & procedures are highlighted in boxes & tables to support visual learners Student-friendly chapter format contains a chapter outline learning outcomes a glossary & review questions Appendix of veterinary technician resources include American Canadian & international vet tech associations; registration of technicians; & special internet sites of interest to veterinary technicians NEW! Chapter on pain management & updated & expanded chapter discussions provide the information needed to pass the VTNENEW! Companion Evolve website contains a practice exam that simulates the computer-based VTNE testing environment NEW! Full-color format features vivid color photos to support comprehension & recognition of essential concepts including histology hematology diagnostic microbiology & mycology virology urinalysis & parasitology



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Prepare for success on the ARRT certification exam! Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Radiography The Complete Study Guide & Career Planner 7th Edition offers a complete outline-style review of the major subject areas covered on the ARRT exam in radiography Each review section is followed by a set of questions testing your knowledge of that subject area Two mock ARRT exams are included in the book & over 1400 online review questions may be randomly combined to generate a virtually limitless number of practice exams From noted radiography educator & lecturer William J Callaway this book is also an ideal study guide for the classroom & an expert resource for use in launching your career Over 2400 review questions are provided in the book & online offering practice in a multiple-choice format similar to the ARRT exam Outline-style review covers the major subject areas covered on the ARRT exam & helps you focus on the most important information Coverage of digital imaging reflects the increased emphasis of this topic on the Registry exam Career planning advice

Includes:: examples of resumes & cover letters interviewing tips a look at what employers expect online submission of applications salary negotiation career advancement & continuing education requirements Online mock exams let you answer more than 1400 questions in study mode
- with immediate feedback after each question or in exam mode
- with feedback only after you complete the entire test Key Review Points are included in every chapter highlighting the 'need to know' content for exam & clinical success Rationales for correct & incorrect answers are included in the appendix Electronic flashcards are available online to help you memorize formulas key terms & other key information Online test scores are date-stamped & stored making it easy to track your progress UPDATES reflect the latest ARRT exam changes providing the content that you need to know in order to pass the exam NEW! Image labeling exercises prepare you for the labeling questions on the ARRT exam NEW! Colorful design highlights essential information & makes the text easier to read



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Gain quick access to today's most important diagnostic tests & procedures with Mosby's Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference 13th Edition! In this bestselling handbook concise test entries are arranged alphabetically & reflect the latest in diagnostic testing & research Each test

Includes:: vital information such as alternate or abbreviated test names test explanation normal & abnormal findings possible critical values & guidelines to patient care before during & after the test To simplify lookup related tests are cross-referenced From the expert author team of Kathleen Timothy & Theresa Pagana this reference offers convenient A-to-Z thumb tabs a compact size & a durable cover for everyday use on the job UNIQUE! Each test entry begins on a new page making tests easy to find Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z thumb tabs so you'll never have to search for a test by having to first determine its correct category or body system User's Guide to Test Preparation & Performance provides an overview & guidelines for each type of laboratory test & diagnostic procedure so you can minimize worry about having to repeat a test due to an error Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients & their families Normal findings for adult elderly & pediatric patients are included where applicable Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows to show increased or decreased test results Possible critical values are highlighted to alert you to situations requiring immediate intervention Convenient appendix lists tests by body system & test type making it easy to quickly locate related studies Drug interference with test results is indicated by a mortar & pestle icon Cross-referencing of related tests makes them easy to find Abbreviations for tests are listed in the front & the back of the book & symbols & units of measurement are listed in an appendix A durable cover with rounded edges helps prevent the book from being damaged & makes it easier to handle NEW test entries include the latest diagnostic tests & laboratory procedures NEW! Updated coverage reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results accuracy of testing & patient care & education for each test

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Success in massage therapy begins with a solid foundation in the fundamentals! Mosby's Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage 6th Edition helps you build the skills you need from assessing problems & planning treatment to mastering massage techniques & complementary bodywork Case studies bring concepts to life & guidelines to professionalism include topics such as ethics legal issues & best business practices ' How-to' videos on an Evolve companion website demonstrate manipulation techniques body mechanics positioning & draping & more If you want to prepare for certification exams & succeed in practice this resource from massage therapy expert Sandy Fritz is your text of choice Research Literacy & Evidence-Based Practice chapter

Includes:: new research findings & explains how research is done & how to read & understand it Comprehensive coverage

Includes:: all of the fundamentals of therapeutic massage including massage techniques equipment & supplies hygiene working with special populations & business considerations; it also prepares you for success on the National Certification Exam (NCE) the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCETMB) & the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) Over four hours of video on Evolve demonstrate techniques & body mechanics
- each clip is narrated & performed by author Sandy Fritz
- & include a demo of practice management software An entire chapter is dedicated to case studies which offer practice with clinical reasoning & prepare you to address common conditions encountered in professional practice Step-by-step full-color photographs demonstrate massage techniques & protocols by body area A workbooktextbook format facilitates study & review with matching exercises fill-in-the-blank questions drawing exercises & critical thinking questions Coverage of body mechanics helps you to create an ergonomically effective massage environment & to determine appropriate pressure drag & duration application while applying massage methods A spa chapter describes the massage therapy services offered at spas & looks at the spa as a possible career track in massage Adaptive Massage chapter explains how to address the needs of specific populations from pregnant women & infants to hospice patients & people with physical impairments Example boxes reinforce specific concepts by showing real-life situations Coverage of multiple charting methods helps you develop record-keeping & documentation skills including SOAP & computer charting with simulation on Evolve Foot in the Door boxes outline the professional skills expected by prospective employers Learning features include chapter outlines objectives summaries key terms practical applications & workbook sections In-depth HIPAA coverage shows how to store records in a HIPAA-compliant manner & describes HIPAA requirements & training NEW ELAP-compliant content ensures that your skills & knowledge of massage therapy meets the recommendations of the Entry-Level Analysis Project NEW Focus on Professionalism boxes summarize key information about ethics & best business practices NEW Mentoring Tips provide practical insight into important topics & on being a massage therapy professional NEW Learn More on the Web boxes in the book & on the Evolve companion website suggest online resources for further reading & research NEW Quick Content Review in Question Form on Evolve reinforces the key material within each chapter & increases critical thinking skills UPDATED content keeps you current with the information needed to pass your exams & succeed in practice





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Use this set of colorful cards to learn & remember pathophysiology! With 96 full-color cartoons covering pathophysiologic concepts Mosby's Pathophysiology Memory Note Cards 2nd Edition uses humor & mnemonics to make review easier & more fun These durable detachable cards are useful in preparing for the NCLEX or classroom exams as a clinical reference for writing care plans or for patient teaching information Created by nursing educators Jo Ann Zerwekh MSN Ed D RN Jo Carol Claborn MS RN & Tom Gaglione RN MSN this convenient study tool may be used as either a spiral-bound notebook or as individual flashcards Unique! 96 full-color illustrated mnemonics cover key pathophysiology concepts Sturdy spiral-bound cards offer durability as well as portability Colored tabs make it easy to find topics Concise What You Need to Know monographs on each card provide more detailed information & specific nursing implications Unique! Color highlights emphasize four central topics Seriouslife-threatening implications in pink Common clinical findings in blue Important nursing implications in yellow Patient teaching in green 24 new or revised cartoons cover contemporary & timely pathophysiology topics including these new cards HIV in Children & Infants Upper & Lower Respiratory Tract-- Breathing vs Gas Exchange Pneumonia Rh Factor Insulin-- What Does It Do? Erectile Dysfunction Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) Theimage collection nowpart of the Evolve Instructor Resources allows instructors access tothe complete set of 96 full-colorillustrations from Mosby's Pathophysiology Memory Note Cards with qualified adoption ...

Find essential nursing information at a glance! Mosby's PDQ for LPN Practical Detailed Quick 4th Edition is an easy-to-use pocket-sized guide to important facts formulas & procedures used in the clinical setting It offers quick access to details you need but don't usually memorize such as signs & symptoms medications conversions abbreviations & normalabnormal ranges for lab tests Durable pages & spiral binding can withstand the wear & tear of daily use on the job When in doubt check this handy reference!10 tabbed color-coded sections provide quick access to essential facts formulas lab values procedures & more Compact size features durable water-resistant pages & spiral binding making the book easy to carry & use in any clinical setting A focus on special populations

Includes:: separate sections on pediatric maternity & geriatric patients HIPAA- & OSHA- compliant information reflects the latest practice standards & guidelines NEW! Expanded coverage addresses oxygen delivery hypoglycemic drugs cardiac rhythms (STEMI) seizure treatment breath sounds & more NEW assessment tools are included for pain nutrition & alcohol abuse UPDATEDcontent reflects the latest clinical developments screening guidelines & drug information

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Mosby's Pharmacology Memory Note Cards Visual Mnemonic & Memory Aids for Nurses 3rd Edition is a colorfully illustrated collection of spiral-bound cards that brings together the difficult drugs & topics related to pharmacology into one portable volume Using a wide variety of learning aids humor illustrations & mnemonics this valuable tool helps you master pharmacology in class in clinicals & in preparation for the NCLEX (R) examination Specific topics include administration antibioticsantivirals anticoagulants cardiac drugs CNS drugs diuretics endocrine drugs GI drugs musculoskeletal drugs pain drugs psychiatric drugs pulmonary drugs & reproductive OB drugs For practicing nurses these cards provide an always-useful refresher on pharmacology UNIQUE! Over 90 full-color cartoons offer humorous & memorable presentations of key drugs UNIQUE! Color-highlighted monographs make it easier to identify nursing priorities on common medications UNIQUE! Mnemonics & other time-tested memory aids help you grasp & remember even the most complex concepts Thick pages & a spiral-bound format create a portable tool that is durable enough for the clinical environment Colored thumb tabs at the bottom of the page allow you to find topics quickly What You Need to Know sections on each card cover key information in a quick & easy-to-review format Colored highlights in the What You Need to Know sections emphasize four central topics Serious Life-Threatening Implications in pink Most Frequent Side Effects are blue Important Nursing Implications are yellow Patient Teaching information is green NEW! 8 br&-new cards focus on antiemetics sunscreens prostaglandins acetaminophen & more NEW coverage highlights contemporary & timely topics on pharmacology
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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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