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 master concepts in maternity women's health & pediatrics! With 65 cartoons covering key topics Mosby's OBPeds & Women's Health Memory Note Cards Visual Mnemonic & Memory Aids for Nurses uses humor & illustrations to make studying easier & more fun These durable portable cards use mnemonics & other time-tested memory aids to help you prepare for class clinicals & the NCLEX exam Created by nursing educators Jo Ann Zerwekh & Cathy Miller this one-of-a-kind tool makes studying obstetrics & pediatrics an exceptionally memorable experience!65 full-color cartoons offer a humorous & engaging way to learn including cards on nutrition & diabetes in pregnancy preeclampsia versus eclampsia sexually transmitted diseases respiratory distress syndrome RSV & childhood diabetes Mnemonics & other time-tested memory aids help you grasp & remember even the most complex concepts Colored thumb tabs make it easy to find topics quickly What You Need to Know monographs on each card provide more detailed information & specific nursing implications Sturdy spiral-bound cards offer durability as well as portability Unique! Color highlights emphasize four central topics Serious Life-Threatening Implications in pink Common Clinical Findings in blue Important Nursing Implications in yellow Patient Teaching in green ...

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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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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