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The Health Care Data Guide is designed to help students and professionals build a skill set specific to using data for improvement of health care processes and systems. Even experienced data users will find valuable resources among the tools and cases that enrich The Health Care Data Guide. Practical and step-by-step, this book spotlights statistical process control (SPC) and develops a philosophy, a strategy, and a set of methods for ongoing improvement to yield better outcomes.Provost and Murray reveal how to put SPC into practice for a wide range of applications including evaluating current process performance, searching for ideas for and determining evidence of improvement, and tracking and documenting sust… More >>
The Health Care Data Guide: Learning from Data for Improvement
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“The third edition is an invaluable reference book for the novice perioperative nurse or surgical technologist. For someone studying for the CNOR, this is a tremendous resource book and study guide.”– The AORN Journal, December 2008This pocket guide presents more than 500 surgical procedures! State-of-the-art revisions familiarize the reader with new standards of excellence for care of the surgical patient in the perioperative environment. For each procedure, you’ll find a definition . discussion . description of the surgery . preparation of the patient . skin preparation . draping technique . instrumentation . supplies . and special notes pertinent to that surgery.Comprehensive patient care is addr… More >>
Pocket Guide to the Operating Room
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Use as a learning tool and as a reference guide to the decoding of medical terminology related to the body.This six-page chart covers every aspect of the structure of medical terminology related to the body and its use in the fieldChart includes detailed information on these and more: · foundation of medical words · skeletal & nervous system · male & female reproductive system · urinary system · cardiovascular system · gastrointestinal system · endocrine system · integumentary system · respiratory & muscular system · special senses: eye/ear · lymphatic and immune system… More >>
Medical Terminology, the Body, Quick Reference Guide
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Widely recognized as the most significant dietary finding of the last twenty-five years, the glycemic index (GI) is revolutionizing the way we eat. The New Glucose Revolution is both the definitive introduction to and an essential source of new information about the GI. Written by the world’s leading authorities on the subject, whose findings are supported by hundreds of studies from Harvard University’s School of Public Health and other leading research centers, it shows how and why eating low-GI foods has major health benefits for everybody. Completely revised and expanded from the first edition, The New Glucose Revolution includes: • A clear argument for why our bodies need carbohydrates and the … More >>
The New Glucose Revolution: The Authoritative Guide to the Glycemic Index–the Dietary Solution for Lifelong Health
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Designed for quick reference in the clinical environment, Merrill’s Pocket Guide to Radiography is a pocket-sized companion to Merrill’s Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures, 12th Edition. This handy resource summarizes essential information for 170 of the most frequently requested projections you’ll encounter. Authors Eugene Frank, Barbara Smith, and Bruce Long concisely present just the information you’ll need for quick reference — keep it with you and keep Merrill’s close at hand!
Diagnostic-quality radiographs demonstrate desired imaging results.
Key positioning information is formatted for quick and easy access.
Each procedure is presented in a two-color, two-p… More >>
Merrill’s Pocket Guide to Radiography
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Shows leaders and managers of public and nonprofit organizations both how and why they should use strategic planning to improve the performance of their organizations. This expanded edition includes many examples to illustrate both successful and unsuccessful planning efforts, while new chapters address planning implementation, strategy evaluation and reassessment, and key leadership roles vital to effective strategic planning. In addition, the author presents a planning process used successfully by many public and nonprofit organizations–the Strategy Change Cycle–along with detailed guidance on its application…. More >>
Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations: A Guide to Strengthening and Sustaining Organizational Achievement
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Featuring an engaging, direct writing style and inquiry-based approach, this popular research guide stresses that curiosity is the best reason for investigating ideas and information. An appealing alternative to traditional research texts, The Curious Researcher stands apart for its motivational tone, its conversational style, and its conviction that research writing can be full of rewarding discoveries. Offering a wide variety of examples from student and professional writers, this popular guide shows that good research and lively writing do not have to be mutually exclusive. Students are encouraged to find ways to bring their writing to life, even though they are writing with “facts.” A unique… More >>
The Curious Researcher: A Guide to Writing Research Papers
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For courses in nursing curricula covering drugs and/or drug administration. With over 250 updates, the new 2012 edition of the Pearson Nurse’s Drug Guide provides safe, effective, current, and accurate drug information in a quickly accessible format. Comprehensive and complete, it lists all drugs alphabetically by generic names for quick reference, with an index listing both generic and trade names. It presents important clinical information for hundreds of drugs, with adverse reactions, interactions, side effects, and impacts on lab results. It clearly presents information on IV preparation and push, continuous, or intermittent administration; as well as dosages for neonates, infants, adolescents… More >>
Pearson Nurse’s Drug Guide 2012
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From reinforcing nursing skills to troubleshooting clinical problems on the fly, this dynamic video series follows nursing students and their instructors as they perform a range of essential nursing procedures. Ideal as a stand-alone learning tool or as a companion to textbooks in the Taylor Suite, these engaging videos parallel the skills in the textbooks and are organized in topical modules for easy reference. In addition to being available for individual student purchase and use, this video series is also available for institutional purchase, to be available for all nursing students at anytime! To learn more about institutional access options and pricing, please contact your local publishing repre… More >>
Taylor’s Video Guide to Clinical Nursing Skills: Student Set on Enhanced DVD
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Teaming With Microbes enlightens readers in two important ways. First, in clear, straightforward language, it describes the activities of the organisms that make up the soil food web, from the simplest of single-cell organisms to more familiar multicellular animals such as insects, worms, and mammals. Second, the book explains how to foster and cultivate the life of the soil through the use of compost, mulches, and compost teas. By eschewing jargon, the authors make the text accessible to a wide audience, from devotees of organic gardening techniques to weekend gardeners who simply want to grow healthy, vigorous plants without resorting to chemicals…. More >>
Teaming with Microbes: A Gardener’s Guide to the Soil Food Web
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A raw food diet is a purely healthy diet.
More people than ever are turning to a raw food diet. In this guide, readers will find the secrets to raw food weight loss; how raw foods can heal the body and boost energy and enthusiasm; information on the anti-aging properties of raw food; and 100+ recipes that show how raw foods can be combined into delectable meals.
• Fully explains the benefits of this increasingly popular diet choice, plus presents a mini cookbook that gets readers started on their new regimen
• Recently published studies indicate that rheumatoid and fibromyalgia patients—who number in the millions—can benefit from an uncooked vegan diet rich in antioxidants, la… More >>
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Eating Raw
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Named a top 10 medical title in 2009 by the Wall Street Journal. Since 1986, Medicine for the Outdoors has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with step-by-step instructions, how-to explanations, and practical approaches to outdoor and wilderness emergencies, it tells you the best ways to respond to just about any medical problem when help is miles or days away. Author Paul S. Auerbach, MD, MS, FACEP, FAWM, is recognized as one of the world’s leading authorities on wilderness medicine. This 5th edition features major updates to bring you the latest on emerging infectious diseases…the most current drug and dosage information…an increased emphasis on making do with th… More >>
Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to Emergency Medical Procedures and First Aid
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Between your full-length mirror and high-school biology class, you probably think you know a lot about the human body. While it’s true that we live in an age when we’re as obsessed with our bodies as we are with celebrity hairstyles, the reality is that most of us know very little about what chugs, churns, and thumps throughout this miraculous, scientific, and artistic system of anatomy. Yes, you’ve owned your skin-covered shell for decades, but you probably know more about your cell-phone plan than you do about your own body. When it comes to your longevity and quality of life, understanding your internal systems gives you the power, authority, and ability to live a healthier, younger, and better life. The … More >>
YOU: The Owner’s Manual, Updated and Expanded Edition: An Insider’s Guide to the Body that Will Make You Healthier and Younger
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This concise, pocket-size resource presents the classic Bates approach in a two-column outline format. The Fourth Edition features new full-color design and art, complete chapter reorganization by body system, and a PDA download with an overview of the head-to-toe assessment. This guide outlines health history; provides an illustrated review of physical examinations for the adult and pediatric patient; reviews common findings; describes special techniques of assessment; and provides succinct aids to interpretation. New content includes two new chapters on interviewing and the Health History and the Pregnant Woman, sample documentation, and increased health promotion…. More >>
Bates’ Pocket Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking
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Mosby’s Guide to Physical Examination is a comprehensive textbook of physical examination, history-taking, and health assessment with a unique emphasis on differential diagnosis and variations across the lifespan. The book conveys a uniquely compassionate, patient-centered approach to physical examination with a strong evidence-based foundation.
Clinical Pearls boxes give brief clinical insights with expert tips on techniques, findings, and patient teaching.
Mnemonic boxes deliver engaging auditory, visual, and other memory cues to help you remember series of assessment or exam steps.
Physical Variations boxes detail multicultural considerations for assessing patients from diverse … More >>
Mosby’s Guide to Physical Examination
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This is the perfect resource for hospital and community-based settings! The 11th Edition is a must-have reference that delivers client focused care planning in a clear and concise manner. And, a handy, removable laminated “Nurse’s Pocket Minder”, featuring the latest NANDA conference nursing diagnoses, is also included.It contains new and revised diagnoses from 17th NANDA Conference (2007-2008). Sized to fit in a pocket and use in a clinical setting, this book comes in easy-to-use, quick-reference format. It offers coverage of Concept Mapping and includes icons for interventions – cultural, collaborative, community/home care, diagnostic studies, pediatric/geriatric/lifespan, medications. It offers expanded cont… More >>
Nurse’s Pocket Guide: Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions, and Rationales
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“A must-read for anyone interested in juicing as a part of a healthy lifestyle.”
—Jay Kordich, “The Juiceman”
Freshly squeezed juice is the tastiest way to satisfy your nutrition needs while you quench your thirst. Now, one of the world’s leading experts on natural nutrition and health offers you clear information on the healing and revitalizing power of various fruit and vegetable juices combined with a mouthwatering collection of over 150 recipes. The Complete Book of Juicing reveals how specific juices can help:
• Combat cancer
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• Resist aging
• Reduce high cholesterol
• Treat kidney stones and ul… More >>
Complete Book of Juicing: Your Delicious Guide to Youthful Vitality
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It has been estimated that over 7.5% of the U.S. population lives dairy-free, yet so few resources cater to this expansive and diverse group. To aid this niche, Alisa Fleming founded the informational website GoDairyFree.org in 2004, and produced the limited edition guidebook Dairy Free Made Easy in 2006, which quickly sold out. Back by popular demand, Alisa has updated and expanded her guide to address additional FAQs and to include an expansive cookbook section. Within this complete dairy-free living resource, you will discover … Over 225 Delicious Dairy-Free Recipes with numerous options to satisfy dairy cravings, while focusing on naturally rich and delicious whole foods. A Comprehensive Guide t… More >>
Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living
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As seen on the Today show! The National Bestseller Based on Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health Research…A Revolutionary Guide to Healthy Eating That Topples the USDA Food Pyramid In Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy, Dr. Walter Willett explains why the USDA guidelines — the famous food pyramid — are not only wrong but also dangerous. Debunking current dietary myths such as the evils of eggs and how high milk consumption does a body good, Dr. Willett sets an all-new nutritional standard. You’ll discover: eye-opening new research on the healthiest carbohydrates, fats, and proteins why weight control is the single most important factor menu plans and recipes that make it easy to reinven… More >>
Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy: The Harvard Medical School Guide to Healthy Eating
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Now in its Ninth Edition, this classic text provides the best foundation for performing physical examination and taking the patient history. The book features a vibrant full-color design with over 1,400 drawings and photographs and a clear, simple two-column format with examination techniques on the left and abnormalities and interpretations on the right. Highlights of this edition include greater emphasis on patient communication and interview techniques, a new chapter on the older adult, and over 200 new drawings and photographs of abnormalities. A new front-of-book CD-ROM includes videos of head-to-toe examination…. More >>
Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination And History Taking