An indispensable guide for sports medicine students and practitioners working in the field! A Guide to Sports and Injury Management is a comprehensive practical guide to sports medicine care - book plus interactive DVD. Approached from the dual perspectives of a sports medicine doctor and a sports physiotherapist, this exciting new product covers the full spectrum of sports medicine from diagnosis of injuries to injury prevention, techniques for stretching and cooling, protocols, rehabilit...

The definitive guide to heart health from two of America's most respected doctors at Cleveland Clinic, the #1 hospital for heart health in America.Are you one of the eighty-two million Americans currently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease—or one of the millions more who think they are healthy but are at risk? Whether your goal is to get the best treatment or stay out of the cardiologist’s office, your heart's health depends upon accurate information and correct...

This title includes additional digital media when purchased in print format. For this digital book edition, media content is not included.Prepare for success on the boards with Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Practical Nursing for the NCLEX-PN® Examination! An outline format makes studying easier, and chapters organized by core clinical areas make review more efficient. Separate chapters help you focus on the specialty areas such as pharm...

The ABC of Passing the NCLEX-RN® Exam is a study guide developed specifically for nurses as a learning tool, not as a primary source of information. The book utilizes various forms of presentation of nursing facts that includes an easy-to-read-outline of facts, bullets and tests. The alphabetical presentation of facts for every topic makes information recall easy. This book is designed for nurses preparing for the NCLEX-RN® Exam! - Designed for nurses preparing for the NCLEX-RN® - Easy-to-...

In the United States alone, more than four million people are infected with the hepatitis C virus, and chronic liver disease is the twelfth leading cause of death.In this revised and updated edition of her groundbreaking 2000 book, renowned hepatologist Dr. Melissa Palmer discusses all facets of liver disease, from symptoms and tests to treatment options and lifestyle changes. In addition, this comprehensive handbook reveals cutting-edge research on the dangers of hepatitis C, one ...

This self-test book of self-assessment questions is designed to both test students understanding and help them identify and work on their knowledge gaps by explaining the answers to the questions asked.

Orally consumed bacteria will not reach the sinuses, to eliminate that fungus.To CURE, Not just treat, Chronic Sinusitis it is beneficial to have the following information:* The most effective types of "Friendly" Bacteria.* Easy, detailed application instructions.* Parallels between the cure for Chronic Sinusitis and cures for other similar afflictions.* The history of the development of the cure.The cure eliminates your postnasal drip, conge...

The balanced way to learn about fluids and electrolytes Need a solid foundation in fluids and electrolytes but finding this complex subject difficult to permeate? Here's the solution! Fluids and Electrolytes Demystified makes everything so easy to understand, you'll feel like you're learning through osmosis.Written by a nursing professor, this accessible guide explains, clearly and concisely, the key elements underlying fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base bal...

Urinary Stones are small, solid stones which occur when salts or minerals in the urine become solid crystals inside the kidney.Urinary Stones are formed usually because of the accumulation of salts and minerals especially calcium in the urine.Usually the stones may be so small that they pass out through the urine without the knowledge of the patient.Some however become bigger due to accumulation of the salts and minerals and the concentration of the urine.Th...

Pancreatitis is an acute or chronic pancreas inflammationChronic disease follows attacks of acute pancreas infectionThe presence of gallstone is the most common cause of pancreatitisSmall gallstone blocked the bile duct causing pancreatic necrosisPatients present with epigastric abdominal pain aggravated by eatingThere may be also abdominal distension, nausea and vomitingThere may be mild fever, shock and hypotensionThere may also abdominal...

The colon is also known as the large intestine and a part of the digestive system.It's a long, hollow tube about 6 feet in length at the end of the digestive tract where the body makes and stores stool.It can cause various symptoms including bleeding, infection and perforation.Many disorders affect the colon's normal ability to function properly.Some of these includeIrritable bowel syndrome - an uncomfortable condition causing abdominal cra...

The latest information on wound care in a comprehensive yet portable resource Written by the chair of the Education Committee of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Association, this is the first text on wound care to be both comprehensive in scope yet small enough to fit into a lab coat pocket. All of the latest information on wound care is now available at your fingertips. Part of the new Nurse to Nurse series, this title features coverage of the principles behin...