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Staff Educator's Guide to Clinical Orientation, Third Edition: Onboarding Solutions for Nurses - Paperback

$57.53

by Robin Jarvis (Author), Amy J. Word-Allen (Author), Alvin Jeffery (Author)With all the changes in staffing in the past few years due to the pandemic, a high-quality onboarding process is even more important for retention and ensuring a new nurse's success. In this fully revised third edition of the Staff Educator's Guide to Clinical Orientation, authors Robin Jarvis, Amy J. Word-Allen, and Alvin Jeffery provide you with all the tools you need to successfully develop a nursing and healthcare...

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Cuando El Mundo Se Detiene. Cáncer: del Mito a la Esperanza / When the World Stop S: Cancer. from Myth to Hope - Paperback

$23.95

by Juan Fueyo (Author)«Tenía que escribir este libro porque se me cayó la mordaza, porque ni los médicos ni los investigadores ni los pacientes deben callarse más. Callarse por qué? Ya no. La era del silencio sobre el cáncer se acabó El nuevo libro de Juan Fueyo es, sin duda, su obra más esperada: «el libro de mi vida , en sus propias palabras, «el más fácil y, a la vez, el más difícil de escribir , explica el autor. Cuando el mundo se detiene, fruto de más de veinticinco años de investigac...

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Herbology: A Physic Garden Pharmacy - Hardcover

$55.00

by Catherine Conway-Payne (Author), Jacqui Pestell (Illustrator), Kasia Soltan (Photographer)A fully illustrated and authoritative guide to herbology by Catherine Conway-Payne, the Course Director for the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Herbology diploma. A full guide to numerous herbology recipes, best practice and history. Organized by season. Fully illustrated with both photography and artwork showing plants in the wild and the end results of numerous recipes. Includes metric measures.A...

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Trauma-Informed Health Care: A Reflective Guide for Improving Care and Services - Paperback

$59.94

by Karen Treisman (Author)This comprehensive reflective resource explores the values, principles and practical applications of trauma-informed and -infused health care. Trauma-Informed Health Care introduces the different types of trauma - including medical and health trauma - and the impact of adversities, social inequalities and stressors. It explores their effects on health and the body, and on people's relationships with health providers. Key issues addressed include the importance of cul...

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Pathophysiology: A Practical Approach - Paperback

$178.13

by Lachel Story (Author)Pathophysiology: A Practical Approach, Fifth Edition provides an innovative, practice-ready, approach to foundational pathophysiology for pre-licensure nursing students. Dr. Story takes a student-focused approach to the challenging subject formatted with vibrant graphics and easy-to-read practice tools. Her text is organized by body system, and she has organized the content into topical chapters that walk students through their base knowledge of A&P, what can go wr...

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What Would Happen If You Never Brushed Your Teeth? - Paperback

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by Thomas Kingsley Troupe (Author), Anna Mongay (Illustrator)I'M NOT BRUSHING MY TEETH! What would happen if you took it to the extreme and never brushed? This humorous, fact-based cautionary tale shows the effects of bad dental hygiene on your mouth--and your social life! For kids who want to know the why of everything, author Thomas Kingsley Troupe takes readers down an imaginative, subtly instructive path of what ifs. If you never brush your teeth, stinky breath gives way to plaque, caviti...

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Social Media and Adolescent Health - Paperback

$64.80

by National Academies of Sciences Engineeri (Author), Health and Medicine Division (Author), Board on Population Health and Public He (Author)Social media has been fully integrated into the lives of most adolescents in the U.S., raising concerns among parents, physicians, public health officials, and others about its effect on mental and physical health. Over the past year, an ad hoc committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examined the research and produced ...

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Clinical Epidemiology: The Essentials - Paperback

$134.98

by Grant S. Fletcher (Author)Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Now in its Sixth Edition, Clinical Epidemiology: The Essentials is a comprehensive, concise, and clinically oriented introduction to the subject of epidemiology. Written by expert educators, this approachable, informative text introduces students to the principles of evidence-based medicine that will help them develop and apply methods of clinical observation in order to form accurate conclusions. The updated ...

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Pathology and Visual Culture: The Scientific Artworks of Dr. Jean-Martin Charcot and the Salpêtrière School - Hardcover

$179.91

by Natasha Ruiz-Gómez (Author)In this book, Natasha Ruiz-Gómez delves into an extraordinary collection of pathological drawings, photographs, sculptures, and casts created by neurologists at Paris's Hôpital de la Salpêtrière in the nineteenth century. Led by Dr. Jean-Martin Charcot (1825-1893) and known collectively as the Salpêtrière School, these savants-artistes produced works that demonstrated an engagement with contemporary artistic discourses and the history of art, even as the artists/...

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Introduction to Epidemiology - Paperback

$139.25

by Ray M. Merrill (Author)Introduction to Epidemiology is a comprehensive, reader-friendly introduction to this exciting field. Designed for students with minimal training in the biomedical sciences and statistics, this full-color text emphasizes the application of the basic principles of epidemiology according to person, place, and time factors in order to solve current, often unexpected, and serious public health problems. Students will learn how to identify and describe public health probl...

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Amt Phlebotomy Exam Secrets Study Guide: Phlebotomy Test Review for the Amt's Registered Phlebotomy Technician Examination - Paperback

$78.82

by Mometrix Phlebotomy Certification Test T (Editor) Number of Pages: 216 Publication Date: July 11, 2023

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The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs - Hardcover

$32.95

by Sabrina Sholts (Author), Lonnie G. Bunch (Foreword by)How the very fact of being human makes us vulnerable to pandemics--and gives us the power to save ourselves. The COVID-19 pandemic won't be our last--because what makes us vulnerable to pandemics also makes us human. That is the uncomfortable but all-too-timely message of The Human Disease, which travels through history and around the globe to examine how and why pandemics are an inescapable threat of our own making. Drawing on dozens o...

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Spinal Cord Injury: Functional Rehabilitation - Paperback

$161.93

by Martha Somers (Author), Jade Bender-Burnett (Author)A comprehensive approach to complex challenges Here's the foundational knowledge, skills, and understanding physical therapists need to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for persons living with spinal cord injuries. From coverage of pathology and the pathological repercussions through medical and rehabilitative management to patient and family education, students will be prepared to be effective members of the rehabilitation ...

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Friis' Epidemiology 101, Third Edition - Paperback

$137.63

by Scott Quinlan (Author)In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the MPox epidemic, recent outbreaks of Ebola, and a growing focus on the role of social determinants in health disparities, and more, there is increasing motivation and need to learn about epidemiology. Friis' Epidemiology 101, Third Edition is a clear and accessible resource designed to provide students with a solid foundation in basic epidemiologic concepts while also demonstrating how these concepts can be applied to problems i...

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The Last Doctor: Lessons in Living from the Front Lines of Medical Assistance in Dying - Paperback

$19.00

by Jean Marmoreo (Author), Johanna Schneller (Author)NATIONAL BESTSELLER*SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2022 WRITERS' TRUST BALSILLIE PRIZE FOR PUBLIC POLICY* An urgently important exploration of the human stories behind Canada's evolving acceptance of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), from one of its first and most thoughtful practitioners. Dr. Jean Marmoreo spent her career keeping people alive. But when the Supreme Court of Canada gave the green light to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in 2016, ...

The Mental Health of Medical Students: Supporting Wellbeing in Medical Education - Paperback

$102.60

by Andrew Molodynski (Editor), Sarah Marie Farrell (Editor), Dinesh Bhugra (Editor)Medical students are the medical workforce of the future, responsible for both individual and population health. With an ageing global population, changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the increased computerisation and roboticization of medicine, doctors will require ever more flexibility, foresight, and courage going forward. It is crucial that their training equips them for the challenges ahead....

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Salud Y Las Redes Sociales, La - Paperback

$30.19

by Julio Mayol (Author)How can we put social networks at the service of health? Is it possible to create a reliable communication channel between patients and healthcare professionals? What kind of environments can social networks create that benefit our health? This book presents a structured account of what social networks are, what types of networks exist, their different business models and how each one can be used in the field of healthcare. We will learn how they can help us in the clas...

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Consequences of Covid-19: A One Health Approach to the Responses, Challenges, and Lessons Learned - Hardcover

$37.80

by Christine Crudo Blackburn (Editor), Gerald W. Parker (Editor), Peter Hotez (Foreword by) No disease has upended life more in the past fifty years than COVID-19. As the pandemic unfolded, coeditors Christine Crudo Blackburn and Gerald W. Parker saw how many areas of society are impacted and how those impacts can ripple through to other sectors. Seeking to provide both warnings of these vulnerabilities and direction for future efforts to address them, Blackburn and Parker have assembled a c...

FACILITATOR GUIDE for Unfolding Health Assessment Case Studies for the Student Nurse, Second Edition - Paperback

$43.13

by Kristi Maynard (Author), Andrea Adimando (Author)Critical thinking can be the difference between keeping patients safe and putting them in harm's way. But as a student nurse, you may find that mastering these skills is challenging, and you may lack confidence in assessing a patient's health.Case studies are a common, beneficial learning approach, but some are more effective than others. Traditionally, they present information upfront, with the patient's status predetermined. But that isn't...

The Complete Neck Pain Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Unique Solution - Paperback

$26.98

by Jeffery Rowe (Author)"The Complete Neck Pain Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Unique Solution"(c)Neck pain affects millions worldwide, significantly impacting their daily lives. "The Complete Neck Pain Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Finding Your Unique Solution"(c) serves as an invaluable resource for patients or anyone seeking to understand and effectively manage neck pain. The book covers the complex anatomy of the neck, causes and symptoms of neck pain, and emphasizes the impor...

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Laboratory Manual for Mohs Micrographic Surgery: Frozen Tissue Processing - Paperback

$145.78

by Camille McKay (Editor), Kishwer S. Nehal (Editor)Back JacketThis manual provides a thorough and up-to-date reference on the Mohs tissue processing technique. Mohs micrographic surgery is a distinct surgical and tissue processing technique that allows comprehensive margin control for high-risk skin cancers with the highest cure rate. Mohs micrographic surgery entails expertise in Mohs tissue frozen section processing in a fully licensed Mohs laboratory.Laboratory Manual for Mohs Micrographi...

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Ahdr: All Hazards Disaster Response - Paperback

$46.91

by National Association of Emergency Medica (Author)With critical new content and engaging analysis on modern disasters, NAEMT's All Hazards Disaster Response, Second Edition, is a comprehensive and interactive training resource to prepare EMS professionals for disaster scenarios in any region. In just eight hours, clinicians learn to analyze potential threats, assess resources, and create a solid response plan to save lives. Whether confronted with natural disasters, hazmat incidents, infect...

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The Conversation Train: A Visual Approach to Conversation for Children on the Autism Spectrum - Hardcover

$33.43

by Joel Shaul (Author)This inventive colour picture book uses the metaphor of a train to teach basic conventions of conversation to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Engines are like greetings; they get the train going. Freight wagons are like different speakers' turns; it is good to have at least a few when you are in conversation. A set of points guiding a train from one track to another is like a tactful change in the topic of conversation. When a conversation veers off-topic...

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Color Atlas of Common Oral Diseases, Enhanced Edition - Paperback

$170.03

by Robert P. Langlais (Author), Craig S. Miller (Author), Jill S. Gehrig (Author)Featuring over 800 clear, high-quality photographs and radiographic illustrations, this fully updated Fifth Edition of Color Atlas of Common Oral Diseases is designed throughout to help readers recognize and identify oral manifestations of local or systemic diseases. The new edition includes expanded and updated content and is enhanced by new images, new case studies, a stronger focus on national board exam prep,...

Clinical Reasoning for Medical Students: Bridge the Gap - Paperback

$77.76

by Lasith Ranasinghe (Author)The transition from preclinical to clinical medicine is as difficult as it is exciting. Medical students at this seminal point in their journey are yearning to combine their knowledge with their communication skills to make diagnoses and formulate management plans. Clinical Reasoning for Medical Students takes the reader through the thought processes that should be followed as they take a history from a patient. This includes generating a list of plausible differe...

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Healing and Cancer: A Guide to Whole Person Care - Hardcover

$30.00

by Wayne B. Jonas (Author), Alyssa McManamon (Author)Healing and Cancer strives to bring the concepts of healing and whole person care further into health care delivery so that people with cancer feel better and live longer. This important book places the concepts, science, delivery tools, and access to further resources for whole person care into the hands of cancer care teams for use with patients and caregivers. These days, cancer care generally focuses on attacking and killing the cancer ...

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Doing CBT: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with Behaviors, Thoughts, and Emotions - Hardcover

$183.06

by David F. Tolin (Author)With new case material, expanded pedagogical tools, and updated theory and research, the second edition of this reader-friendly text is an ideal introduction to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for graduate students and practitioners. In a witty, empathic style, David F. Tolin explains the "whats," "whys," and "how-tos" of addressing the behavioral, cognitive, and emotional elements of clients' psychological problems. Featuring helpful graphics, vivid examples and ...

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Psychodynamic Therapy: A Guide to Evidence-Based Practice - Hardcover

$119.88

by Richard F. Summers (Author), Jacques P. Barber (Author), Sigal Zilcha-Mano (Author)Firmly grounded in contemporary clinical practice and research, this pragmatic guide for professionals and students is now in a revised and expanded second edition. The book explains the theory underlying psychodynamic approaches and lays out a model for understanding psychopathology. Vivid case examples demonstrate how to tailor psychodynamic therapy effectively for individual patients. The authors provide ...

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Advanced Assessment: Interpreting Findings and Formulating Differential Diagnoses - Paperback

$170.03

by Mary Jo Goolsby (Author), Laurie Grubbs (Author)Your essential guide in the assessment and diagnostic process. Step by step, you'll hone your ability to perform effective health assessments, obtain valid data, interpret the findings, and recognize the range of conditions that can be indicated by specific findings to reach an accurate differential diagnosis. You'll have coverage of 170 conditions and symptoms across the lifespan at your fingertips. ***** Powerful little clinical assessme...

Sh*t I wished I knew before I discharged: How to thrive in transition from military, police, and first responder roles - Paperback

$23.60

by Dan Pronk (Author)Transitioning out of high-intensity occupations, such as military and first responder roles, is often a challenging and stressful experience marked by a profound loss of identity, purpose, and motivation. Dr. Dan Pronk, a former army special operations doctor, faced these difficulties after leaving the military, exposing him to symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress resulting from unprocessed combat experiences. Dissatisfied with his initial interaction with a psych-ologist, D...

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by Lizzie Stark (Author)The egg is a paradox--both alive and not alive--and a symbol as old as culture itself. In this wide-ranging and delightful journey through its natural and cultural history, Lizzie Stark explores the egg's deep meanings, innumerable uses, and metabolic importance through a dozen dazzling specimens.From Mali to Finland, mythologies around the globe have invested the egg with powers of regeneration and fecundity, often ascribing the origin of the world to a cosmic egg. An...

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Fires in the Dark: Healing the Unquiet Mind - Paperback

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by Kay Redfield Jamison (Author)The acclaimed author of An Unquiet Mind considers the age-old quest for relief from psychological pain and the role of the exceptional healer in the journey back to health. "To treat, even to cure, is not always to heal." In this expansive cultural history of the treatment and healing of mental suffering, Kay Jamison writes about psychotherapy, what makes a great healer, and the role of imagination and memory in regenerating the mind. From the trauma of the bat...