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by Matthew Gavin Frank (Author)After eight months in his childhood home helping his mother through her bout with cancer, Matthew Frank and his wife were themselves desperate for comfort. They found sanctuary in the most unlikely place--amid a collection of outcasts and eccentrics on a plot of land miles outside their comfort zone: a "mostly medical" marijuana farm in California. Pot Farm details the strange, sublime, and sometimes dangerous goings-on at Weckman Farm, a place with hidden polit...

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by Oliver Sacks (Author)INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER - A "wonderful memoir" (Los Angeles Times) about a brilliantly unconventional physician and writer, a man who has illuminated the many ways that the brain makes us human. - "Intimate.... Brim[s] with life and affection." --The New York TimesWhen Oliver Sacks was twelve years old, a perceptive schoolmaster wrote: "Sacks will go far, if he does not go too far." It is now abundantly clear that Sacks has never stopped going. With unbridled honesty ...

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Dental Assisting Notes: Dental Assistant's Chairside Pocket Guide - Spiral

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by Minas Sarakinakis (Author)A DAVIS'S NOTES BOOK!Rely on this handy pocket guide to quickly reference the must-know information you need to prepare for the everyday encounters you'll face in clinical and practice. From easy-to-scan charts of the teeth and detailed depictions of dental instruments to helpful tips on how to administer oxygen and assist patients with multiple medical conditions, this comprehensive, chairside guide is the perfect companion for any setting. Write on/wipe off, wat...

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Brunnstrom's Clinical Kinesiology 6e - Hardcover

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by Peggy A. Houglum (Author), Dolores B. Bertoti (Author)A classic reborn for its Golden Anniversary. Now celebrating its 50 years in print, this text has held onto the foundation of its great success, while also being re-invented for today's audience. The focus of this text remains the practical instruction of functional anatomy in order to quickly, and convincingly, guide readers to its use in professional performance. This text is filled with modern applications that will show your student...

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Physical Assessment Check-Off Notes - Spiral

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by Brenda Walters Holloway (Author)A DAVIS'S NOTES BOOK!Reduce your anxieties and build the knowledge base and experience you need to pass the check-off exam. Based upon actual "check-off" forms that faculty commonly use for grading, this unique, pocket-sized guide gives you instant access to the information necessary for conducting and documenting a routine adult well-patient physical assessment. Full-color illustrations detail every assessment technique. Number of Pages: 202 Dimensions: 0.8...

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Sensory Integration: Theory and Practice - Hardcover

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by Anita C. Bundy (Author), Shelly J. Lane (Author)"Perfect just what I needed for a course and it'sa great book[.] Would recommend to any Occupational therapist, speech, or physical therapist interested in working with the sensory population"--Alexandra A. "This is a wonderful resource book for Occupational Therapists working with children. It is clear and easy reading for new and old therapists."--Denise M."... written to enlarge existing understanding of sensory integration without intimid...

The Patient's Voice Experiences of Illness, 2nd Edition - Paperback

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by Jeanine Young-Mason (Author) Number of Pages: 260 Dimensions: 0.55 x 10 x 7.01 IN Publication Date: October 30, 2015

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Health Promotion: Translating Evidence to Practice - Paperback

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by Marilyn Frenn (Author), Diane K. Whitehead (Author)Take an evidence-based approach to health promotion across the lifespan and clinical specialties. Written for NPs and advanced practitioners, this text provides coaching in how to read, evaluate, and apply the best evidence to health promotion plans for individuals and their families to help them prevent or manage chronic and acute diseases and disorders.Step-by-step, a who's who of educators, researchers, and practitioners explore the mod...

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Guide to Clinical Documentation - Paperback

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by Debra D. Sullivan (Author)Understand the when, why, and how! Here's your guide to developing the skills you need to master the increasing complex challenges of documenting patient care. Step by step, a straightforward 'how-to' approach teaches you how to write SOAP notes, document patient care in office and hospital settings, and write prescriptions. You'll find a wealth of examples, exercises, and instructions that make every point clear and easy to understand.See what practitioners and s...

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Introduction to Evidence Based Practice: A Practical Guide for Nursing - Paperback

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by Lisa Hopp (Author), Leslie Rittenmeyer (Author)Do you speak EBP? Be prepared for the world of evidence-based practice which is now an integral part of nursing. It's at the heart of the decisions you'll make every day and the language common to all healthcare professionals.This practical, step-by-step approach introduces you to who, what, why, when, and how of evidence-based practice. You'll develop the critical-thinking and decision-making skills you need to meet the expectations of employ...

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Molecular Diagnostics: Fundamentals, Methods, and Clinical Applications - Paperback

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by Lela Buckingham (Author) Five Stars."Best book available if you want to learn about molecular techniques applied to clinical pathology." --Ruben A., Amazon Reviewer Five Stars."Easy read. helped me to pass ASCP molecular bio certification exam."--Amazon Reviewer The only book you need to become certified."Excellent book, full of details and clinical information. In addition, it describes very complexed concepts in a very easy way to understand including comprehensive diagrams."--Ruben G.,...

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Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology - Paperback

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by Valerie C. Scanlon (Author), Tina Sanders (Author)Tried and true - build A&P confidence every step of the way! Here's the approach that makes A&P easier to master. A student-friendly writing style, superb art program, and learning opportunities in every chapter build a firm foundation in this must-know subject to ensure success.See what students are saying online...Great book!"This is THE best Anatomy & Physiology book I've ever used. Clear and easy to understand. Some of the ...

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The Cota Examination Review Guide - Paperback

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by Elaine Charest (Author), Caryn R. Johnson (Author), Tina Deangelis (Author)Be ready for your COTA exam with the New Edition of "the purple book"!See what students are saying about the previous edition...Five Stars. "I passed using this guide."--Maria, Online Reviewer Get this book!!!!!! "You need this book. I passed the NBCOT on the first try with the guidance given from this book."--Kevin, Online Reviewer A must have! "Used this book and passed the exam first try! Nice tool to have during...

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Student Workbook for Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology - Paperback

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by Valerie C. Scanlon (Author), Tina Sanders (Author)Ideal as a companion to the text. Perfect as a stand-alone study guide. Body system by system, the exercises and activities you'll find inside will help you to master the basics of anatomy and physiology. Complete the corresponding sections of the Workbook as you proceed from topic to topic in class.See what students are saying online...Cut my study time in half!"This workbook cut my study time in half and helped me to be better prepared fo...

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The Intentional Relationship: Occupational Therapy and Use of Self - Paperback

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by Renee R. Taylor (Author)"Right on target. Innovative, nothing comes near it in occupational therapy. A sophisticated meld of occupational therapy and psychology. It is very innovative for occupational therapy and other fields. I am thoroughly impressed." "I have found no occupational therapy book more interesting to me than this one. I always have to go outside of the field to find such rich and interesting material." --Sharan Schwartzberg, EdD, OTR, FAOTA, Tufts University, Boston, MA., r...

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Phlebotomy Notes: Pocket Guide to Blood Collection - Spiral

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by Susan King Strasinger (Author), Marjorie Schaub Di Lorenzo (Author)A Davis's Notes book!This pocket-sized reference provides great information on phlebotomy techniques, with nice summaries of procedures with many photos and illustrations. It is ideal for clinical rotations, for quick review of coursework, and to study in preparation for your certification exam. The write-on/wipe-off pages feature a dedicated space where you can fill in the specific requirements for evacuated tubes, instru...

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Medical Parasitology: A Self-Instructional Text - Paperback

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by Ruth Leventhal (Author), Russell F. Cheadle (Author)Rely on this concise, systematic introduction to the biology and epidemiology of human parasitic diseases. Explore an extensive series of photographs, line drawings, and plates that aid in the recognition of medically-relevant parasites and help to build a solid understanding of the fundamentals of diagnosis and treatment. Number of Pages: 312 Dimensions: 0.9 x 10.8 x 8.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 28, 2019

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The Real Doctor Will See You Shortly: A Physician's First Year - Paperback

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by Matt McCarthy (Author)A scorchingly frank look at how doctors are made, bringing readers into the critical care unit to see one burgeoning physician's journey from ineptitude to competence. In medical school, Matt McCarthy dreamed of being a different kind of doctor--the sort of mythical, unflappable physician who could reach unreachable patients. But when a new admission to the critical care unit almost died his first night on call, he found himself scrambling. Visions of mastery quickly ...

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Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Practical Strategies to Overcome Fears, Worries, and Phobias and Be Prepared for Life--From Toddlers to Teens - Paperback

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by Tamar Chansky (Author)Childhood should be a happy, carefree time. Too many children are stressed-out and exhibiting symptoms of anxiety. In Freeing Your Child from Anxiety, childhood anxiety expert Dr. Tamar Chansky shares a proven approach for helping children build emotional resilience for a happier and healthier life. Parents everywhere want to know: What is normal? How can you know when stress has crossed over into a full-blown anxiety disorder? How can you prevent anxiety from taking...

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by Nina Siegal (Author)A single day in Amsterdam, 1632. The Surgeons' Guild has commissioned a young artist named Rembrandt to paint Dr. Nicolaes Tulp as he performs a medical dissection. In the swirl of anticipation and intrigue surrounding the event, we meet an extraordinary constellation of men and women whose lives hinge, in some way, on Dr. Tulp's anatomy lesson. There is Aris the Kid, the condemned coat thief whose body is to be used for the dissection; Flora, his pregnant lover; Jan Fe...

Infectious Change: Reinventing Chinese Public Health After an Epidemic - Hardcover

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by Katherine Mason (Author)In February 2003, a Chinese physician crossed the border between mainland China and Hong Kong, spreading Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)--a novel flu-like virus--to over a dozen international hotel guests. SARS went on to kill about 800 people and sicken 8,000 worldwide. By the time it disappeared in July 2003 the Chinese public health system, once famous for its grassroots, low-technology approach, was transformed into a globally-oriented, research-based, ...

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Japanese for Healthcare Professionals: An Introduction to Medical Japanese (Audio Included) [With CD (Audio)] - Hardcover

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by Shigeru Osuka (Author)The only book of its kind in English, Japanese for Healthcare Professionals is a proficiency-based conversation textbook offering a complete Japanese language course that teaches Japanese grammar along with the vocabulary of medical care. With nearly three million Japanese tourists visiting the United States last year, and another five hundred thousand expatriates residing in the US and other English-speaking countries, it is inevitable that many Japanese speakers fin...

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Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique - Paperback

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by Michael J. Gelb (Author)Michael J. Gelb reveals the methods behind Frederick Matthias Alexander's groundbreaking health exercise regimen in Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique. The Alexander Technique is now recognized the world over as the most revolutionary and far-reaching method developed for maintaining the health and efficiency of the body. Essentially a type of therapy that aims to treat and prevent a range of disorders through a system of postural changes, the...

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The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right - Hardcover

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by Atul Gawande (Author)The New York Times bestselling author of Being Mortal and Complications reveals the surprising power of the ordinary checklist.We live in a world of great and increasing complexity, where even the most expert professionals struggle to master the tasks they face. Longer training, ever more advanced technologies--neither seems to prevent grievous errors. But in a hopeful turn, acclaimed surgeon and writer Atul Gawande finds a remedy in the humblest and simplest of techni...

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Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End - Hardcover

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by Atul Gawande (Author)#1 New York Times Bestseller In Being Mortal, bestselling author Atul Gawande tackles the hardest challenge of his profession: how medicine can not only improve life but also the process of its endingMedicine has triumphed in modern times, transforming birth, injury, and infectious disease from harrowing to manageable. But in the inevitable condition of aging and death, the goals of medicine seem too frequently to run counter to the interest of the human spirit. Nursin...

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Health of the Seventh Cavalry: A Medical History - Hardcover

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by P. Willey (Editor), Douglas D. Scott (Editor) With its charismatic leader George Custer and its memorable encounters with Plains Indians, including the Battle of the Little Bighorn, the Seventh Cavalry serves as the iconic regiment in the post-Civil War U.S Army. Voluminous written documentation as well as archaeological and osteological research suggest that the soldiers of the Seventh represented a cross section of the men who joined the army as a whole at the time. In Health of the Seve...

What Doctors Feel: How Emotions Affect the Practice of Medicine - Paperback

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by Danielle Ofri (Author)"A fascinating journey into the heart and mind of a physician" that explores doctor-patient relations, the flaws in our health care system, and how doctors' emotions impact medical care (Boston Globe) While much has been written about the minds and methods of the medical professionals who save our lives, precious little has been said about their emotions. Physicians are assumed to be objective, rational beings, easily able to detach as they guide patients and families...

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What Patients Say, What Doctors Hear - Paperback

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by Danielle Ofri (Author)Can refocusing conversations between doctors and their patients lead to better health? Despite modern medicine's infatuation with high-tech gadgetry, the single most powerful diagnostic tool is the doctor-patient conversation, which can uncover the lion's share of illnesses. However, what patients say and what doctors hear are often two vastly different things. Patients, anxious to convey their symptoms, feel an urgency to "make their case" to their doctors. Doctors,...

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Treating the Trauma of the Great War: Soldiers, Civilians, and Psychiatry in France, 1914-1940 - Hardcover

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by Gregory M. Thomas (Author)From the outset of World War I, French doctors faced an apparent epidemic of puzzling neurological and psychiatric illnesses among soldiers. As they attempted to understand the causes of these illnesses, doctors organized specialized centers near the front, where they submitted soldiers to swift, humiliating treatments and then returned them to duty. At home, they interned the scores of civilians who succumbed to the war's strains in decrepit asylums or left them ...

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Devotions for Caregivers: A Month's Supply of Prayer - Paperback

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by Marilyn Driscoll (Author)Often when we think about those who are sick or homebound, we think only of the patient, and rarely realize that there is a caregiver who is equally tied to the home and the restrictive schedule of the illness. This book is comprised of easy-to-read-and-digest devotional prayers, each supplication based on a biblical reading AND containing a brief concluding prayer. A suggested "Stop For A Minute" section after the final brief prayer allows a moment for the reading...

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The Family That Couldn't Sleep: A Medical Mystery - Paperback

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by D. T. Max (Author)For two hundred years a noble Venetian family has suffered from an inherited disease that strikes their members in middle age, stealing their sleep, eating holes in their brains, and ending their lives in a matter of months. In Papua New Guinea, a primitive tribe is nearly obliterated by a sickness whose chief symptom is uncontrollable laughter. Across Europe, millions of sheep rub their fleeces raw before collapsing. In England, cows attack their owners in the milking pa...

Sex Work Politics: From Protest to Service Provision - Hardcover

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by Samantha Majic (Author)In San Francisco, the St. James Infirmary (SJI) and the California Prostitutes Education Project (CAL-PEP) provide free, nonjudgmental medical care, counseling, and other health and social services by and for sex workers--a radical political commitment at odds with government policies that criminalize prostitution. To maintain and expand these much-needed services and to qualify for funding from state, federal, and local authorities, such organizations must comply wi...