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. ...

Fully revised & updated to reflect changes in clinical practice legislation & regulation this groundbreaking textbook intertwines the subjects of dental hygiene & dental therapy to provide a comprehensive resource for students of these courses as well as those studying new degree programmes in oral health science. Following course developments & an expansion in the remit of both hygienists & therapists this book has been written not only for students but as a revision & updating manual for those already in practice. ...

Clinically Oriented Anatomy Sixth Edition" provides first-year medical & allied health students with the clinically oriented anatomical information that they need in study & practice. This best-selling textbook is renowned for its comprehensive coverage of anatomy presented as it relates to the practice of medicine dentistry & physical therapy. The Sixth Edition features a modified interior design with new & enhanced artwork that further enhances the user-friendliness of the text. The clinical Blue Boxes
- with topical coverage of health clinical procedures physical examination & development
- are now grouped to reduce interruption of text & are categorized with icons to promote easier comprehension of clinical information. The Bottom Line summaries have been refined to clearly call out key points for quick study. A companion Website offers the fully searchable text interactive USMLE-style questions & video animations. Online faculty resources include an Image Bank Test Generator & Course Outlines."

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Clinically Oriented Anatomy" provides first-year medical students with the clinically oriented anatomical information that they need in study & practice. This best-selling anatomy textbook is renowned for its comprehensive coverage of anatomy presented as it relates to the practice of medicine dentistry & physical therapy. The 7th edition features a new-&-improved art program to reinforce its position as the primary resource serving the needs of anatomy students during both the basic science & the clinical phases of their studies. Moore is the popular choice for anatomy in many programs including: medical dental physician assistant chiropractic podiatry osteopathic physical therapy occupational therapy kinesiology & sports medicine. The 7th edition

Features: new-&-improved art program: All illustrations have been redrawn & updated for consistency in style & color as well as anatomical accuracy; clinical blue boxes supported by photos & illustrations help students understand the practical value of anatomy. Each clinical correlation is classified by the type of clinical information it contains: Anatomical Variation Trauma Surgical Procedure Diagnostic Procedure Life Cycle & Pathology; illustrated tables organize complex information about veins arteries nerves & other structures; bottom lines summarize key study points for students.

Features: introduction chapter covers important systemic information & concepts basic to the understanding of the anatomy presented in the subsequent regional chapters; extensive medical & diagnostic imaging reflects the increasing importance it plays in diagnosis & treatment; surface anatomy photos clearly demonstrate anatomy's relationship to physical examination & diagnosis; online case studies & board review-style questions provide interactive convenient & comprehensive self-testing & review to prepare for course & licensing exams; & terminology fully adheres to the most current Terminologia Anatomica approved by the Federative International Committee on Anatomical Terminology."



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This is a companion guide to Think Good Feel Good: A Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Workbook for Children & Young People. Designed for clinicians using the original workbook in their work with children the book builds upon the workbook materials by offering guidance on all aspects of the therapeutic process & a range of case studies highlighting therapy in action. Topics covered include parent involvement key cognitive distortions in children formulations challenging thoughts guided discovery & the use of imagery. Also included is a chapter focusing on possible problems in therapy & strategies for overcoming them. To supplement the workbook the clinicians guide offers further materials & handouts for use in therapy including psycho-educational materials for children & parents on common problems such as depression OCD PTSD/ Trauma & Anxiety ...

Elizabeth I is tottering at deaths door. Conspirators are everywhere. A politically sensitive International Trade Delegation is on its way to London. Who can be trusted to entertain them? Alternative comedian Lucius Bodkin thinks hell hit the big time -- but he has not reckoned on the Tudor backstabbers & the city wide boys. ...