Elsevier Health Sciences

Kinn's The medical assistant; an applied learning approach, 10th ed. (CD-ROM included)

For this tenth edition of a text/CD-ROM package, Young (Everest College-Arlington Midcities) and Proctor (director, medical assisting program, Butler County Community College) incorporate an approach that is reflected in the book's subtitle: an applied learning approach. There is new information on procedures for managing an office, and new material on how the HIPAA Privacy Rule benefits the healthcare industry and the patient. Also new to this edition is the integration of administrative concepts into discussions on the various diseases and conditions within each medical specialty. This feature is intended to transcend the traditional separation of administrative and clinical topics. Each clinical specialty chapter has been revised, with expanded focus on medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology. The CD-ROM contains scenarios and questions, anatomy and physiology animations, and a demo derived from a medical office software program, allowing students to practice front office skills. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Kline & Hudson's nerve injuries; operative results for major nerve injuries, entrapments, and tumors, 2d ed.

This illustrated reference details the various etiologic mechanisms, clinical and laboratory evaluation, and operative techniques (including interoperative electrophysiological studies and their potential complications) involved in the treatment of major peripheral nerve injuries, entrapments, and tumors of both the upper and lower extremities. The book is unique in that it presents not only a comprehensive review but also attempts to portray the results of treatment. B&w and color surgical and clinical photos are included on every page. This edition is updated to reflect the latest research and techniques in the field, and includes a new chapter on iatrogenic nerve injuries and anesthetic and positional palsies. Chapters on reconstructive procedures, birth palsies, and thoracic outlet syndromes have been substantially revised. There is new material on lower extremity lesions. Kim teaches spinal neurosurgery and reconstructive peripheral nerve surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Leading and managing in nursing, 4th ed.

Loaded with exercises and features such as tip boxes, summaries and problem-solving tools, this addresses the needs of nurses new to formal management while also serving as a reference and refresher for veteran nurse-managers. Yoder-Wise (nursing education, Texas Tech U.) and her contributors have thoroughly updated their material from current research and practice to cover core concepts such as the theoretical bases of managing and leading, the development of leaders and managers, legal and ethical issues, decision-making and problem-solving, organizational structures, cultural diversity, and uses of power. They closely examine managing resources, including costs as well as staff and schedules, changing the status quo and thereby improving risk and taking collective action, and using interpersonal and personal skills, including finding support and resources in professional organizations. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Levin and O'Neal's the diabetic foot, 7th ed. (DVD included)

Fifty-eight specialists from the U.S. and UK contribute 33 chapters providing health care providers treating diabetic patients the latest information on the pathophysiology of diabetic foot lesions, their treatment, and the prevention of amputation. Coverage includes the foundations of diabetic foot care, evaluation techniques, nonsurgical approaches, surgical aspects, interdisciplinary team management, reimbursement and medical-legal aspects. All chapters from the previous edition have been updated; chapters on off-loading techniques, psychological aspects, and medical-legal pitfalls have been considerably expanded; and a chapter on diagnostic and procedural coding has been added. Also new to the seventh edition are an appendix on patient instructions for foot care and a list of websites to enable practitioners to obtain continually updated material. Includes an interactive DVD developed by the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot. Illustrated with b&w and color photographs. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Massage therapy; principles and practice, 3d ed. (CD-ROM included)

Salvo (Louisiana Institute of Massage Therapy) illustrates both massage therapy techniques and human anatomy and physiology through numerous color photographs and medical diagrams. The beginning textbook offers a complete unit on the musculoskeletal system and some 100 pathologies relevant to massage practitioners, as well as material on complementary and adjunctive therapies and business practices. The DVD demonstrates massage routines, client interviews, and anatomical structures. The third edition adds chapters on pregnancy and infant massage and foot reflexology. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Maternal medicine; medical problems in pregnancy.

Given the decrease of obstetricians in certain geographical areas and increasing specialization, general practitioners and others have become increasingly involved in maternal care and obstetricians have become more likely to collaborate with others to provide full care. Add medical problems from before pregnancy, such as hypertension and thromboemolism as well as infections and even psychiatric disorders. In response, this collection of 22 articles covers global maternal mortality, cardiac disease, hypertension, renal disorders, endocrine and metabolic disorders, pulmonary disease, hematological disorders, thrombosis and hemostasis, gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders, connective tissue diseases, malignant disease, infections, HIV, neurological disease, drug misuse, psychiatric disorders in pregnancy and post-partum, and laboratory values in normal pregnancy. Particularly interesting are articles on the neonate and maternal medical complications, fetal assessment in the patient with medical complications, and the effects of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and electromagnetic fields. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Medicine, 3d ed.

Each chapter in this review/study guide sets out key learning objectives, then describes important topics in major subject areas, and presents clinical case studies illustrating common problems and challenges. Chapters end with multiple choice questions, case histories, extended matching questions, short notes, data interpretation, key features questions, picture questions, and sample stations that might be included in objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs). Questions are designed to integrate knowledge across different chapters and to focus on clinical decision-making, and include explained answers. B&w illustrations, medical images, and graphs are also included. This third edition has been extensively revised in light of changes in medical practice. O'Neill is professor of medical education and head of the Medical School at the University of Manchester, UK. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Medical effects of ionizing radiation, 3d ed.

Mettler (radiology and nuclear medicine, U. of New Mexico School of Medicine) and Upton (environmental and community medicine, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School) have thoroughly updated this edition to include consideration of increased magnitudes of medical radiation exposure, molecular and cellular effects of low doses, and site-specific cancer risks. They cover basic radiation physics, chemistry and biology, sources of possible radiation exposure, effects on genetic materials, cancer induction and dose-responsive models, carginogenesis of specific sites, deterministic effects of radiation and effects in combination with other agents, exposure in utero, psychological perceptions about radiation, hormesis, effects on individuals, and comparisons of uranium, plutonium, and radium. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Merrill's atlas of radiographic positioning & procedures, 11th ed.; 3v.

New to the 11th edition of this three-volume textbook and reference are the addition of a projection of the Coyle Method for demonstrating the elbow after trauma and a modification of the Judet Method of demonstrating the acetabulum on trauma patients; a new chapter on the theory and use of compensating filters; all new high resolution CT and MRI images in the sectional anatomy chapter; and expanded attention to the methods and uses of computed radiography and direct digital radiography. A number of projections used in older editions were omitted, as were the chapters on radiation protection and computed radiography. The volumes are clearly organized and filled with excellent color drawings, photos of models demonstrating correct positions, tables, and the radiographs themselves. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Neurology and general medicine, 4th ed.

The relationship between neurology and general medicine is both intricate and common. The 4th edition of this major work continues to fulfill the goals of the 1st, to make neurology accessible to primary care and other physicians while also clarifying medical conditions to neurologists in cases where they occur with neurological symptoms. The 63 chapters, authored by specialists mainly in the U.S., include such topics as breathing and the nervous system, postural hypotension, neurological complications of cardiac arrest, paraneoplastic syndromes involving the nervous system, and diabetes and the nervous system. Each chapter concludes with a full list of references. Aminoff teaches neurology at the School of Medicine of the U. of California in San Francisco. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Nursing interventions & clinical skills, 4th ed.

This text for nursing students offers step-by-step coverage of 150 basic, intermediate, and advanced nursing skills, with a focus on patient safety and evidence-based practice. Early chapters cover basic skills typically introduced before or during initial clinical experiences, such as infection control and vital signs. Later chapters focus on more complex skills in medical-surgical nursing, such as gastric intubation and enteral nutrition. The two-column format follows the nursing process framework and provides rationales for key steps of every skill. The book features hundreds of color photos and illustrations demonstrating procedures and techniques, as well as NCLEX-style chapter review questions. This fourth edition includes an "Evidence in Practice" section highlighting current research and evidence related to the skills within the chapters, plus expanded material on client teaching. There is also new material on new skills and procedures, such as neurological assessment and breast and testicular self-exam. Elkin is a lactation consultant. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Operative techniques; spine surgery. (DVD included)

This book/DVD package presents 37 of the most commonly performed spinal procedures. Each chapter includes step-by-step color and b&w illustrations, photos, and images, along with practical advice, pearls, and pitfalls. Open-ended questions are addressed in chapter sections on controversies. Chapters are grouped in sections on immobilization techniques, anterior and posterior approaches to the cervical spine, the thoracic spine, and the lumbar spine. The accompanying DVD contains footage of master practitioners performing surgical procedures as they guide the surgeon through each step. Online access is also included. The book will serve as a resource not only to orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and surgical trainees, but also to physician assistants, nursing staff, and anyone else involved in the operative care of patients undergoing spinal surgery. Vaccaro is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University and The Rothman Institute. Baron is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Institute for Spinal Disorders. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Perioperative diagnostic and interventional ultrasound. (CD-ROM included)

Now a constant presence in the treatment of pain and in arterial cannulation, central venous access and difficult peripheral venous access, ultrasound is becoming very significant in anesthesiology as other disciplines in perioperative care. This extremely well-illustrated handbook uses an evidence-based approach to ultrasonography, using text, clinical photographs, video, imagery and literature to closely explain concepts and procedures, giving basic physics and principles as well as economic considerations, the use of ultrasound for vascular access procedures, and its use in critical settings, including general ICU procedures, transesophageal and transthoracic echocardiography, intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography for noncardiac surgery, and transcranial Doppler. Articles on regional anesthesia and pain medicine cover nerve blocks (peripheral, interscalene, supraclavicular, infraclavicular, axillary, femoral, psoas, sciatic nerve, truncal and neuraxial), ophthalmic regional work, and procedures for chronic pain. Includes over 150 video clips of procedures. The result is a very useful handbook for professionals as well as students. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Perioperative medicine; managing for outcome.

As the title states, this text identifies and describes outcomes in the perioperative period. Algorithms are provided whenever possible towards selecting the best strategies for treatment. The 43 chapters are divided into sections that discuss preoperative assessment, preservation of organ function and prevention and management of perioperative organ dysfunction, and early postoperative care. The first four chapters introduce the topic and provide background, including ischemia and ischemia-reperfusion-induced organ injury and the inflammatory response in organ injury. A final section addresses conflicting outcomes in two chapters on the economic analysis of perioperative optimization and "pay for performance", a process where health care providers are rewarded for superior care. The authors are anesthesiologists, surgeons, orthopedists, and specialists in critical care who practice mainly in the U.S.; three are in Europe. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Physical medicine and rehabilitation secrets, 3d ed.

O'Young (New York U. School of Medicine), Young (Maryland Rehabilitation Center), and Stiens (U. of Washington School of Medicine) present a collection of 84 chapters authored by 200-plus international academics and practitioners covering the key elements needed for clinical use, rounds, and board preparation. Each chapter presents the material in a Q&A format followed by a list of websites and a bibliography. The content from the 2002 edition has been revamped, references updated, and the format reconfigured to maximize learning. The third edition also contains a number of new evidence-based chapters, including material on pain management, interventional physiatry, and complementary medicine. For students, interns, residents, attendings, physicians preparing for boards, faculty, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation professionals, including physical and occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and nurses. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Pocket protocols for ultrasound scanning, 2d ed.

Ultrasound consultant Tempkin and contributors offer a reference detailing technically accurate and thorough ultrasound image studies to be used in diagnoses by physicians. Comprehensive imaging protocols provide imaging and labeling examples for abdominal, pelvic, obstetrical, small parts, vascular, and echocardiography studies. The volume includes more than 1,200 images and illustrative line drawings. The flip-card format of the book allows it to sit upright on the machine for easy access. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Practical guide to the care of the pediatric patient, 2d ed.

This clinical handbook summarizes the etiology, presentation, laboratory tests, and management of diseases commonly seen in children. The 26 chapters cover endocrinologic, renal, rheumatic, hematologic, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurologic, and psychiatric disorders. The second edition adds a chapter on differential diagnosis and color photographs of rashes. Spiral binding. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Practical pediatric radiology, 3d ed.

The third edition of this text presents several new chapters, among them an atlas of normal and preterm infant anatomy that consists of superb anatomical drawings as well as radiographs. The volume has also been expanded in many areas and now includes expanded information on neonatology, additional images and tables, a new set of differential diagnoses keyed to age group, information on distinguishing between abuse and accidental injury, and psychological approaches to use with young patients. Continuing the goals of the previous editions, the volume is intended for radiologists who don't usually treat infants and children, as well as emergency physicians, pediatricians, and family medicine practitioners. The text is detailed, well-organized, and heavily illustrated with radiographs. Each chapter concludes with a lengthy list of references. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Primary care; a collaborative practice, 3d ed.

The editors and contributors are a mix of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physicians, and other health care providers have collaborated to create this updated text. As in the original edition (1999) the emphasis is on the collaboration necessary in primary care, but the text also incorporates emphasis on the evidence base for care and new material on infectious diseases, population-based health care, chronic disease management, and reimbursement, among other topics. Coverage includes a multitude of adult disorders, presented alphabetically, with diagnostics and differential diagnosis boxes, emergency and physician referral icons, health promotion content, and management sections. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Putterman's cosmetic oculoplastic surgery, 4th ed. (DVD-ROM included)

The fourth edition of this book/DVD-ROM package brings together fresh approaches by leading authorities representing the various aesthetic specialties, such as plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and dermatology. Synthesizing techniques from the various specialties, the book offers chapters on periorbital anatomy and aging, as well as eyelid aesthetic analysis, written by both oculoplastic and plastic surgeons. Oculoplastic and dermatologic professionals describe and illustrate an array of non-surgical procedures for facial rejuvenation as well as methods of improving the appearance of lower lid skin through chemical peeling and laser resurfacing. This edition also includes new color clinical and surgical photos, and new surgical and anatomical illustrations. The DVD-ROM contains videos of current surgical and injectable techniques. Fagien is an aesthetic eyelid plastic surgeon in private practice. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)