Elsevier Health Sciences

AIDS therapy, 3d ed., multimedia e-dition.

Written by an international team of specialists (though the majority are in the US), the 82 chapters of this text offer a thorough and up-to-date discussion of the drugs used to treat HIV. Three introductory chapters are devoted to diagnosis and primary care of HIV-infected patients. The chapters on therapies are divided into the broad topics of antiretroviral, immune-based, complementary and alternative therapies; management in special clinical settings; opportunistic processes — this includes 24 chapters on diagnosis, treatment and prevention of illnesses that include hepatitis, international parasitic infections, and herpes — approaches to specific syndromes, and drug administration and interactions. A separate chapter is provided on HIV/AIDS-related internet resources. The editors acknowledge that the management discussed focuses on developed nations, but have added a chapter on the differences in patient populations in developing countries (and hold out hope that soon management parameters will be homogenous worldwide). The volume includes access to a related website, which is updated with new clinical developments. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Berry & Kohn's operating room technique, 11th ed.

This classic nursing textbook explains the principles of sterile and aseptic techniques for surgical procedures, and explores the physiologic and psychological impact of surgical intervention on each patient. Phillips (Lakeland Community College) delineates the roles of the members of the health care team, introduces surgical facilities and instrumentation, and explains patient care in each surgical specialty. The eleventh edition adds color photographs, flashcards depicting patient positions, and a chapter on spinal surgery. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

A career in nursing; is it right for me?

Katz (Washington State University) explains why people choose a career in nursing, describes the skills nurses need, offers advice on choosing the right school and specialty, and characterizes the current nursing job market and trends. The practical guide is appropriate for high school, community college, and public libraries. A list of nursing organizations is provided, but no index. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Cawson's essentials of oral pathology and oral medicine, 8th ed.

This reference for dental students presents the full range of abnormal findings in oral medicine and describes their diagnosis and management. The book commences with a practical discussion of the role of history and examination, followed by a detailed explanation of the investigations commonly used in clinical practice, and step- by-step guidelines for the diagnosis and management of various conditions. Systemic diseases are also discussed in relation to oral healthcare. Special topics considered include pain management, complications of systemic drug treatment, and medical emergencies. The art program features color photos on every page, plus summary charts and algorithms. This eighth edition contains new sections on the healing of the normal tooth socket, the relationship between the pathology of caries and its treatment, and implants, osseointegration, and osteonecrosis. This edition discusses controversial issues such as prophylaxis for infective endocarditis, and adds new WHO disease classifications. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Comprehensive radiographic pathology, 4th ed.

Offering a foundation in the basic principles of pathology, Eisenberg (radiology, University of California-San Francisco) and Johnson (medical radiology, GateWay Community College) concentrate on the radiographic appearance of diseases and injuries that are most likely to be diagnosed with medical imaging. Material is grouped by body system. Radiographer notes in every chapter provide suggestions for producing optimal radiographs for each organ system and discuss how to handle the needs of different patients. Summary tables list diseases, their locations, radiographic appearance, and treatment. Appendices give information on prefixes, suffixes, and roots, and lab values and their significance, and a glossary is also included. The book's art program features hundreds of b&w medical images, includes those from new imaging modalities such as SPECT, PET, CT, MR, ultrasound, and fusion. This fourth edition contains new material on hepatitis variation, SARS, anthrax, and Marfan's syndrome. There is also expanded discussion of how CT and MR scans are used in diagnosis. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Cook & Hussey's assistive technologies; principles and practice, 3d ed. (CD-ROM included)

Cook (University of Alberta) and Polgar (University of Western Ontario) describe technologies for helping persons with disabilities pursue self-care, education, vocational, and recreational activities. For each technology, the textbook discusses assessment and training of the consumer, devices that are available, strategies for their use, and evaluation of outcomes. The third edition adds a CD-ROM containing demonstrations of assistive technologies, interactive exercises, and video case studies. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Current therapy of trauma and surgical critical care.

Building on the infrastructure of the four previous volumes of Current Therapy of Trauma, this new volume in the series includes material on critical care and aspects of rehabilitation as well. The book covers the full continuum of care, from prevention and prehospital treatment through triage, diagnosis, injury management, and postoperative care. The social consequences of trauma are also emphasized. While some surgical and treatment controversies are addressed, the focus is on preferred treatment approaches. Coverage encompasses trauma at the extremes of life, trauma in pregnancy, palliative care in the intensive care unit, and management of grief. The readership for the book includes surgeons, emergency physicians, intensivists, residents, medical students, nurses, and fire and rescue personnel. Asensio is professor of surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Trunkey is professor and chair of the Department of Surgery at Oregon Health & Science University. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Cytopathologic diagnosis of serous fluids.

Following an introduction to the cell biology and pathology of fluids from serous cavity linings and cavity effusions, washings, and other techniques for assessment of malignant vs. benign cells (e.g., Pap smears), Shidham (Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee) and Atkinson (U. of Kansas School of Medicine) and other contributors discuss proper specimen handling and the latest diagnostic interpretation approaches. They also treat reactive conditions whose mesothelial cell features may mimic carcinoma (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis). The text for students learning about cytopathologic interpretation/reference for pathologists and cythotechnologists includes algorithms, color illustrations and appendices on the collection and processing of effusion fluids for cytopathologic evaluation, and the immunocytochemistry of effusions and immunomarkers commonly used in cytology smears. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Diagnostic parasitology for veterinary technicians, 3d ed.

Hendrix (pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University) and Robinson, CVT, provide a text for use in parasitology classes in veterinary technology education, covering the most commonly encountered internal and external parasites of both domesticated and lab animals. The text begins with a chapter detailing the language of parasitology. As in the last edition, each succeeding chapter describes a different parasite group in detail, with special emphasis placed on morphology, uniqueness of the life cycle, and important parasites within the group. For this third edition, treatments and preventive measures have been added to the sections on the major parasites, and a new chapter with a quick reference to the most common parasites has been added, containing color photos of the most common parasite ova seen in diagnostic tests. B&w photos from the previous edition have been replaced with color photos to assist in the demonstration of key features needed for identification. A glossary is also new to this edition. The book is plastic-spiral-bound with a folding back cover that doubles as a bookmark. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Elderly medicine; a training guide, 2d ed.

This text is for trainees in geriatric medicine as well as consultants to general and geriatric medicine. Primarily featuring contributors from the UK, the book is sectioned into four parts: general themes, core topics, selected topics, and personal and professional skills. Each part includes several sections on topics including community geriatric care, falls and instability, cardiovascular disease, and professional issues, to name only a few. Rai (Whittington Hospital, London) and Mulley (St James' University Hospital, Leeds) update this second edition to incorporate new recommendations and standards of the National Service Framework for Older People, BMA/RCN guidelines on "do-not- resuscitate" decisions, new guidelines on stroke, hypertension, and osteoporosis, updated information on medical ethics post-The Mental Capacity Act of 2005, and seven new chapter topics. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Electrotherapy; evidence-based practice, 12th ed.

As the new editor of the classic textbook formerly known as Clayton's Electrotherapy (1948-2002 editions), Watson (physiotherapy, U. of Hertfordshire, UK) counters the view that evidence is lacking for the efficacy of electrical stimulation in pain reduction, tissue repair, and muscle re-training. With ample illustrations, he introduces the concepts, theories, clinical applications, research, and guidelines on such adjunctive therapies, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) perhaps being the best-known. International contributors to 21 chapters discuss considerations for specific methods and medical conditions. The book offers a sample form for recording unexpected effects and online access to supplementary resources. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Ergonomics for therapists, 3d ed.

Thirty-one international academics, practitioners, and consultants contribute 21 chapters to a resource text for occupational and physical therapists on the latest evidence-based ergonomic techniques and strategies. Coverage includes an overview and conceptual framework; knowledge, tools, and techniques; special considerations, such as lifting analysis, seating, and computers and assistive technology; and applications of ergonomics. All chapters from the previous edition have been thoroughly revised or rewritten, and the third edition features new chapters on macroergonomics; ergonomics as it relates to work assessments, children and youths, aging, and play and leisure; and entrepreneurship. Also included are chapters on resources, and a selection of appendices containing additional case studies, ergonomic information sheets for consumers that can be photocopied for clients, and measurement conversions commonly used in ergonomics. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Essentials of dental assisting, 4th ed.

Robinson (University of North Carolina) and Bird (Santa Rosa Junior College) introduce the anatomical structures of the head and neck, walk through the standard dental examination, and explain the procedures for taking dental radiographs, mixing amalgams, making impressions, and extracting a tooth. The fourth edition adds color photographs and the most recent CDC guidelines for infection control in dentistry. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

The Foundation Programme; the medics' practical guide to thriving and surviving.

Welfare (University of Newcastle, UK) and Carter (University Hospital of North Tees, UK) describe the process of applying to Foundation schools, the first few weeks as an F1 at a new post, and opportunities for learning procedures during each rotation. The nine chapters also explain the principles of competency-based assessment, the roles and responsibilities of the trainers, post-Foundation specialty groupings, different career options, and the code of professional conduct. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Fundamentals of molecular diagnostics.

This textbook describes amplification techniques for observing nucleic acid sequences, tools for detecting nucleic acids, methods for identifying individual nucleic acid species, and the operation of a molecular diagnostics laboratory. The 14 contributions also present molecular testing protocols for common inherited diseases, identity, infectious diseases, and cancer. Bruns is the former editor of the journal Clinical Chemistry and teaches at the University of Virginia; Ashwood is the Chief Medical Officer and Laboratory Director at ARUP Laboratories; Burtis is the Senior Technical Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Health insurance today; a practical approach.

Intended for insurance billing specialist programs, this textbook walks through completing insurance claims using the universal paper form, and explains the structure and policies of private medical insurance, managed care organizations, Medicaid and Medicare programs, military carriers, and workers' compensation. The second half of the text addresses diagnostic coding, the claims process, and computerized software for generating claims electronically. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Imaging of the chest; 2v.

Offering an abundantly illustrated, practical overview of radiologic findings and differential diagnoses, this two-volume set provides a state-of-the-art review for a broad audience of student and practicing radiologists and respiratory physicians as well as internists and family practitioners caring for patients with chest disease. Emphasis is on chest radiography and computed tomography, but also included are magnetic resonance imaging, scintigraphy, positron emission tomography, integrated PET-CT imaging, and ultrasound. The text summarizes findings and includes tables outlining classic manifestations and key points for each chapter. Coverage encompasses diseases of the lung, connective tissues, vasculitis and granulomatosis, embolism, hypertension, edema, airways, inhalation, iatrogenic disease and trauma, diaphragm and chest wall, among other topics. Editors Müller and Silva are affiliated with the U. of British Columbia and Vancouver General Hospital; associate editor David M. Hansell, with the Royal Brompton Hospital, London. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Interpersonal relationships; professional communication skills for nurses, 5th ed.

Arnold (University of Maryland) and Boggs (University of North Carolina-Charlotte) provide a realistic framework for improving communication and relationship skills across traditional and non- traditional community-based healthcare settings. Sections cover conceptual foundations, the nurse-client relationship, therapeutic communication, responding to special needs, and professional issues. This fifth edition emphasizes health promotion and communication modifications in short-term treatment and community situations, provides a direct focus on end-of-life care, and devotes a new chapter to communication technologies. Evidence-based case examples are included in each chapter, along with chapter outlines, objectives, exercises, and summaries. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Introduction to radiologic sciences and patient care, 4th ed.

Written for radiologic technology courses, the 24 contributions in this textbook introduce the clinical environment, patient transfer and immobilization techniques, infection control, sterile procedures, pharmacology, and contrast media for radiographic examination. Black and white photographs are provided. The fourth edition adds chapters on critical thinking and problem solving strategies and human diversity. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Introduction to research in the health sciences, 5th ed.

Popular as a classroom text for 20 years, this edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect current research and practice and seeks to bridge the gap between health research methods and current evidence-based clinical practice. Comprehensive yet accessible enough for use by students and professionals in all health care fields, this treats health research as an integrated, problem-solving process. Polgar (public health, La Trobe U.) and Thomas (primary care research, Monash U.) cover the process in 24 chapters, starting with explanations of the scientific method and proceeding to research planning, research designs, data collection, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, dissemination of research, and critical evaluation. The authors provide examples, models, templates, discussion questions for classroom or in-service use, exercises and answers. The sections on interpreting data are especially useful. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)