Volume 1 of a two volume MRCP text this book

Includes:: cases which mimic the style & approach of the MRCP

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Volume 2 of a two volume MRCP text this book

Includes:: cases which mimic the style & approach of the MRCP

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The MRCP PACES examination is a highly sought-after qualification worldwide & an essential part of postgraduate medical training in the UK. Fully up-to-date with the current exam format the Pack also reflects the recent changes to Station 5. In each of these two volumes the authors include clinical cases which mimic the style & approach of the MRCP PACES exam. These sample cases equip the reader attempting the exam with the skills & knowledge necessary for success & provide an overview of evidence-based medicine for competency-based training. Across both volumes the authors explore all aspects of the candidates performance from clinical examination to presentation communication & medical ethics & up-to-date clinical evidence. This two-volume pack represents great value to the reader & offers a complete revision packages for the MRCP PACES exam. Volume 1

Includes:: over 150 cases covering Stations 1 3 & 5. Volume 2

Includes:: 75 cases covering Stations 2 & 4.



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Concise yet comprehensive Clinical Neurology Fourth Edition builds on the success of three previous editions in helping medical students junior doctors & practicing physicians acquire an enhanced understanding of the principles of neurology. The fourth edition has been fully revised & updated to take into account current developments in the investigation & treatment of neurological disorders. It retains a clinical focus emphasizing the basic skills of history taking & neurological examination throughout. This edition presents expanded coverage of neurophysiology & motor neurone disease. Authored & edited by leading figures in neurology this book is an indispensable introduction to the field of clinical neurology for use in training & study as well as in the clinical setting. ...

Clinical Neuropsychology: A Pocket Handbook for Assessment Second Edition" is a practical reference source for neuropsychologists interns & trainees working in hospitals. With over 100 quick-reference tables lists diagrams photos & decision trees this book offers guidance through the complicated decision-making processes of assessment diagnosis & treatment. Because neuopsychologists now consult in many different health care settings
- including emergency rooms oncology departments infectious disease programs cardiology neurology neurosurgery & psychiatry
- having a guide that covers such a broad array of illnesses is absolutely critical. This new edition builds on the success of the best-selling first edition by providing cutting-edge information on how to use & interpret neuroimaging technologies & how to integrate pharmacological approaches into treatment. A new chapter has been included to introduce the busy clinician to the range of established & novel neuroimaging technologies that have seen tremendous technological improvements over the past seven years. In addition chapters were revised with the intent of adding more specific information related to the neurochemical bases for various disorders & when appropriate more information on currently accepted pharmacologic treatment approaches. The reader will also find other new additions including chapters on neuro-oncology schizophrenia late-life depression & adult ADHD."

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Written in the award-winning Incredibly Easy!" style this book provides complete & clear explanations of how drugs act & interact in the treatment of disease. Focusing on mechanisms of drug action the book details specific drugs by pharmacologic class for all body systems as well as drugs for pain psychiatric disorders infection fluid & electrolyte imbalances & cancer. Potentially dangerous drug & drug-herb interactions are highlighted. This thoroughly updated edition covers the newest drugs in each pharmacologic class &

Includes:: information on obesity drugs a new chapter on genitourinary system drugs a new medication safety feature & a new appendix on common herbal preparations & their drug interactions."

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Now in its fifth edition this best-selling multidisciplinary textbook continues to draw on the skills of pharmacists & clinicians to present optimal drug regimens. The authors integrate an understanding of the disease processes with an appreciation of pathophysiological processes clinical pharmacy & the evidence base. This title places stronger emphasis on understanding both the prescribing process & the clinical pharmacy process. All chapters are completely revised & updated. It

Includes:: thirty-eight leading new authors. It

Features: key points boxes at the beginning of every chapter; case study tests at the end of every chapter; chapters co-authored by pharmacists & clinicians; organised by body system; & consistent clearly signposted chapter layout... .a unique & valuable support for all those involved or interested in drug therapy. This is a textbook that no university or pharmacy department particularly those with employees studying at any level & no pharmacist trying to develop their knowledge base should be without." (Dr Chris Green & John Sexton " The Pharmaceutical Journal")."



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This book describes the practice of clinical psychology with special emphasis on providing trainee therapists with the skills & strategies to achieve the core competencies required for a science-informed clinical practice. It will support the reader in making the transition from the lecture theatre to the consulting room. The approach incorporates a contemporary perspective on the multiple roles of clinical psychologists within a competitive health care market where professional psychologists not only need to be accountable for their outcomes & efficient in achieving them but also need to be conscious of the social & political context in which psychology is practised. Chapters are organised around the acquisition of key competencies & linked within an evidence-based science-informed framework. Case studies handouts graphics & worksheets are employed to encourage the implementation of the skills described. This book should be read by all those enrolled in or contemplating postgraduate studies in clinical psychology. ...

Radiology is a routine diagnostic procedure in all fields of clinical veterinary practice & exotic medicine is no exception. Besides an increasing interest & concurrent demand for a higher level of care of these species very little is reported in the scientific literature about normal radiographic patterns & radiographic abnormalities are generally limited to case reports. Clinical Radiology of Exotic Companion Mammals is designed to fill this gap. It provides a practical resource for veterinarians wishing to add these special species to their clinical practice & a ready reference for those already including those species among their caseload. Clearly labeled normal images will aid anyone interested in comparative radiographic anatomy & the techniques section will help overcome difficulties related to the smaller size of many exotic companion mammals. Features of the book include: wide range of exotic mammal species beyond ferrets rabbits & rodents including species such as marsupials hedgehogs & potbellied pigs a review of the basic principles of radiology equipment radiologic techniques & patient positioning helpful for optimizing exotic companion mammal radiography an extensive review of both normal & pathologic radiographic patterns. Some of the latter are accompanied by clinical or surgical images to aid the practitioner in familiarization with a wide range of both common & uncommon lesions. ...

Clinical Skills for Healthcare Assistants is an accessible easy to read guide outlining the fundamental & core skills integral to clinical practice. Divided into three sections the first looks at fundamental skills applicable to all staff such as accountability communication & record keeping. Section two explores core clinical skills for example respiratory care pulse blood glucose management catheter care & fluid balance. Section three outlines complex clinical skills that require more in-depth training & may be restricted to specialist areas of practice such as medication & intravenous cannulation. Each chapter follows the same easy to use structure starting with the aims & objectives of the chapter followed by the explanation of why the skill is performed relevant anatomy & physiology related aspects & terminology how to perform the skill & common problems. Aimed primarily at healthcare assistants this will also be a useful resource for newly qualified practitioners & students in health & social care. ...