“Dr. Fox has created a simplified and readily accessible group of anatomic drawings that quickly allow those studying to master the material. The concept itself of using visual mnemonics is useful to
Communication skills are the cornerstone of being a good doctor and there is a growing trend to incorporate these skills within the medical school curriculum. Medical students are normally well-versed
Dermatology Made Easy is based on the hugely popular DermNet New Zealand website and is designed to help family physicians, medical students and dermatologists diagnose skin conditions with confidence
Biochemistry is a major new textbook designed and created specifically for non-majors courses in the subject. Written by Prof. Terry Brown of the University of Manchester (author ofGenomes and GeneClo
Essential Examination has been comprehensively revised and new sections added:•Neonatal - the 'baby check'•Female genitalia•Digital rectal examination•GALS screening•Foot and ankle•Elbow•Critically il
This fifth edition of Histological and Histochemical Methods continues to provide a clear and consistent introduction to the techniques, description and analysis of the chemical and physical principle
The second edition of this popular book will enable nursing and health care students to improve their communication and interpersonal skills. It provides an introduction to the theory that underpins c
From the Foreword by Cecilia Anim (Royal College of Nursing UK President, 2015):“…an enjoyable, touching and inspirational read for all those involved in the lives of people with learning disabilities
R is an open source statistical package that is finding favour in a wide variety of statistics applications. Initially R was the preserve of trained statisticians. However, it is increasingly being us
The concept of wellbeing is currently being explored globally, with policy makers debating how to use and measure wellbeing beyond the traditional means that focus upon material and economic indicator
Clinical Skills: A Handbook for Student Nurses is a comprehensive learning resource for student nurses.Printed in full color throughout, this textbook covers all the key clinical skills required for e
This book integrates clinical cases with the essential biological facts to provide all students with a thorough understanding of how anatomy and physiology can be applied in healthcare.
Clinical Evidence Made Easy is a concise and accessible introduction for any healthcare professional looking to understand clinical data sources. As clinical evidence becomes increasingly important i
This clear and concise primer provides detailed coverage of all the major wine styles and regions, together with introductory notes on the history of wine, viticulture, winemaking, and blind tasting.
Questions and Answers for the DRCOG, second edition, is a comprehensive revision guide for candidates preparing for the DRCOG exams. Based on the format of the exam, the book features 120 EMQs, 72 SBA
From reviews: ?This book is excellent. I have read a number of equipment related books and found most of them stale and filled with minutia. Instead this fresh look at equipment really makes it intere
From the Foreword by Candy Cooley: ?What a delight it is ? to read a book which takes complex scientific concepts and ensures they are understandable by all.” With activities and answers, reflecti
Using CBT in General Practice, second edition provides family physicians with an overview of the basic principles of CBT and shows how these principles can be applied within a typical 10 minute consul
Practical Procedures in General Practice is an essential guide for any family physician looking to establish a minor surgery service, and covers:‧ setting up a minor surgery clinic‧ advice on local fu
Catch Up Maths & Stats covers the core maths skills you will need on any life or medical sciences course including:* working with fractions and powers* preparation of a dilution series* how to cal
Catch up Biology covers the basic principles and concepts in biology that you will need if you are studying medicine or a related subject, or one of the biomedical sciences. The book focuses on human
An eagle’s old age is better than the youth of a sparrow. Greek proverbIf ever I have achieved anything that might outlive me, it was not for the support and encouragement of my ageing uncles or anyon
From Reviews:"...In this book the clinical psychologist Natius Oelofsen describes the processes of learning and the three-step reflective cycle, explaining how keeping a reflective journal offers insi
The Rev. Leonard Jenyns was an important 19th century naturalist, who together with his brother-in-law J.S. Henslow, was offered the position of naturalist on HMS Beagle which he declined in favour of
This prize-winning book, now in its second edition, provides schizophrenia sufferers and their carers with a source of information about the illness that is accessible, reliable and comprehensive. By
If you are about to study for a degree in the life or medical sciences, you will need to understand some core facts and concepts in chemistry. You do not need to be a budding chemist but you do need t
Whether you are a student of biomedicine or medicine, trainee, resident, or endocrinology fellow, Clinical Endocrinology provides you with the core information you need to understand this notoriously
Clinical Skills for Medical Students covers virtually all the skills that are taught and examined at medical school.The clear and concise text, attractive layout, and numerous tables and figures make
The Care and Wellbeing of Older People is aimed at all those training and taking courses relating to the healthcare of older people. This could mean pre- and post-registration students in universities
Interpersonal Skills for the People Professions fosters understanding of the work of the people professionals through an exploration of the interpersonal skills that are employed when working with peo
Effective Management in Long-term Care Organisations is a unique combination of up-to-date management theory and practice designed for students and new care managers in nursing homes, residential home
For students on professional Health and Social Care courses there is a requirement that they can write coherently and concisely, use information efficiently and effectively and confidently present the
Neonatal Care provides student midwives, student nurses, nursery nurses and senior health care assistants with a practical and theoretical guide to all aspects of basic neonatal care. All chapters are
increasing and most patients and health care professionals will encounter the Diagnostic or Medical Imaging department of the hospital as matter of course. Professional barriers are being broken down
Although care and the process of caring has been a fundamental part of nursing theories and paradigms for many years, there are an increasing number of anecdotal and media stories as well as academic
What we believe to be the motives of our conduct are usually but the pretexts for it. – Miguel de Unamuno.How and why do we deceive ourselves? How does this impact on us and those around us? And what,
