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Health professionals provide care to patients of differing religions and cultures, and knowledge of their cultural and religious background, way…
of life and beliefs and practices is vital to delivering sensitive and responsive care. This revised and updated guide provides practical and comprehensive information on each of the major faiths, providing an accessible reference for appropriate day to day care of patients in multicultural societies. Healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, midwives, healthcare assistants, physiotherapists, psychologists, hospital chaplains and administrative staff will find it an indispensable ready reference.Investigative and Forensic Interviewing: A Personality-focused Approach
Par Craig N. Ackley, Shannon M. Mack, Kristen Beyer, Philip Erdberg. 2011
Investigative and Forensic Interviewing: A Personality-Focused Approach looks at the personality styles most commonly encountered in the criminal justice system…
and demonstrates how to use this insight to plan and conduct a productive interview. The book includes chapters on narcissistic, antisocial, psychopathic, borderline, inadequate/immature, pThe Rise of the Intelligent Health System (Intelligent Health Series)
Par Paul H. Frisch, Harry P. Pappas. 2024
"I recommend that all members of the health community read this book to obtain a real snapshot of how the…
Intelligent Health System is being transformed via new technologies." Chris Landon MD FAAP, FCCP, FRSM Clinical Associate Professor USC Keck School of Medicine Technology Development Center Laboratory and Studio The "Intelligent Health Pavilion" as demonstrated at the annual HIMSS Conference by the Intelligent Health Association is the impetus for this book. This book documents the remarkable journey of "Intelligent Health System" and the adoption of Innovative technologies. Many showcased in real time on the trade show floor and now in this book: "The Rise of the Intelligent Health System". In each chapter of this book, authors are expressing the immense potential of merging cutting-edge technology with the complex realm of patient care and safety. The informative chapters in this book delve deep into the unfolding story of how hospitals have evolved into interactive, intelligent environments, driven by real-time data and powered by artificial intelligence. In what seems like the blink of an eye, technology has completely transformed the way we live, work, and interact with the world around us. From smartphones to self-driving cars, ChatGPT, wireless technologies, wearables, and many other innovations are reshaping our society, pushing the boundaries of what was once considered impossible. However, nowhere is the impact of technology more profound than in the field of healthcare.Atlas of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism
Par Pauline Camacho. 2024
This updated text is a pictorial atlas of endocrine and metabolic disorders. Each chapter focuses on providing multiple illustrations as…
well as a thorough discussion of the diagnosis and management of a variety of endocrine diseases with their appropriate treatment plans. Using updated guidelines, it provides a comprehensive discussion of the latest therapies, including diabetes technology. Presenting a large number of clinical images, including imaging of thyroid ultrasounds, DXA images, bone scans, and new technologies in diabetes mellitus, this atlas aims to provide the reader with the information needed to make accurate diagnoses, making it an updated source of highly illustrated information for endocrinologists, clinicians, residents, fellows and trainees. With new chapters on transgender medicine and obesity, this textbook is a valuable resource for the contemporary endocrine practitioner. • Features new chapters such as transgender medicine and inborn errors of metabolism • Aims to be an invaluable aid for endocrinologists, internal medicine specialists, family practice clinicians, residents, fellows, and trainees • Explores diabetes technology with updated guidelines1,001 Heart-Healthy Recipes makes it easier than ever before for you to avoid expensive and unsafe processed foods and instead…
prepare and enjoy dishes that will help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels and lower your risk for heart disease. You’ll discover simple-to-follow recipes for everything from snacks and salads to hearty meat dishes, vegetarian fare, and satisfying soups and stews. And if you think eating healthy means you’ll have to give up the foods you love—think again. Inside, you’ll find healthy makeovers for your favorite comfort foods, takeout meals, and desserts, making it easy to maintain your heart-healthy diet and achieve your most ambitious weight-loss and health-improvement goals. ·You’ll find healthy recipes to satisfy any craving, any time of day: ·Hearty, whole grain pancakes, waffles, and muffins ·Veggie-packed frittatas, omelets, and quiches ·Delicious and nourishing fruit smoothies ·Healthier versions of your favorite condiments, dips, and spice mixes ·Satisfying main dishes featuring beef, chicken, pork, lamb, and fish ·Vegetarian meals and sides packed with nutrient-dense superfoods ·Internationally inspired cuisines, including Italian, Mexican, Asian, and Cajun ·Tips and instructions for baking yummy, hydrogenated oil–free breads, cakes, and cookiesDon’t sacrifice taste and variety for the sake of healthy eating. Find all the heart-healthy recipes you’ll ever need, and enjoy the foods and flavors you and your family love, in this one book!Biomimetics: Nature-Based Innovation (Biomimetics Series)
Par Yoseph Bar-Cohen. 2012
Mimicking nature - from science fiction to engineering realityHumans have always looked to nature's inventions as a source of inspiration.…
The observation of flying birds and insects leads to innovations in aeronautics. Collision avoidance sensors mimic the whiskers of rodents. Optimization algorithms are based on survival of the fittest, the seed-Get ahead! The Situational Judgement Test (Get ahead!)
Par Nishanthan Mahesan, Sirazum Choudhury, Janice Rymer. 2012
Highly Commended, BMA Medical Book Awards 2013Get Ahead! The Situational Judgement Test provides practical and indispensable revision for the SJT…
with the aim of maximising scores and putting candidates in control of their medical careers. This essential guide offers detailed answer reasoning as well as a dedicated chapter on the prerequisite knowlFox and Cameron's Food Science, Nutrition & Health
Par Michael Ej Lean. 2006
The seventh edition of this classic book has been entirely revised and updated by one of the leading professors of…
human nutrition in the UK. Written in a clear and easy-to-read style, the book deals with a wide range of topics, from food microbiology and technology to healthy eating and clinical nutrition. It also tackles the more difficult area oLennette's Laboratory Diagnosis of Viral Infections (Infectious Disease and Therapy)
Par Keith R. Jerome. 2010
Written from the perspective of the diagnostician, this bestselling book is the definitive text on the laboratory diagnosis of human…
viral diseases. It contains a wealth of illustrations, tables, and algorithms to enhance your understanding of this ever-evolving field. The book is a ready reference for virologists, microbiologists, epidemiologists, laboratorians, and infections disease specialists, and students.Culture, Health and Illness, Fifth edition
Par Cecil Helman. 2007
Culture, Health and Illness is the leading international textbook on the role of cultural and social factors in health, illness,…
and medical care. Since first published in 1984, it has been used in over 40 countries within universities, medical schools and nursing colleges. This new edition meets the ever-growing need for a clear starting point inNeurotechnology in National Security and Defense: Practical Considerations, Neuroethical Concerns is the second volume in the Advances in Neurotechnology series.…
It specifically addresses the neuroethical, legal, and social issues arising from the use of neurotechnology in national security and defense agendas and applications. Of particular concerPhytochemicals as Bioactive Agents
Par Wayne R. Bidlack, Stanley T. Omaye, Mark S. Meskin, Debra K. W. Topham. 2000
Phytochemicals as Bioactive Agents focuses on the mechanisms of action of phytochemicals identified as displaying bioactivity in the prevention of…
cancer, heart disease and other diseases and the prospects for developing functional foods containing these bioactive compounds. Internationally recognized experts present the latest research findings on the antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic effects of tea and tea constituents; chemoprevention provided by plants in the family Cruciferae and genus Allium; anticarcinogenic effects of carotenoids and curcumins; the chemistry and application of alfalfa saponins; the bioactive components of rice bran and rice oil; the effects of garlic on lowering serum cholesterol; and using phytochemicals to optimize gastrointestinal tract health and function.Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition
Par Gregory D. Miller, Judith K. Jarvis, Lois D. McBean. 2007
Handbook of Dairy Foods and Nutrition, Third Edition examines the role of dairy products in diet and health, covering such…
areas as cardiovascular health, hypertension, cancer, bone, and oral health. This edition features a new chapter on dairy foods and weight management. Other chapters address lactose digestion and the contribution of dairy foods to health throughout the lifecycle. All chapters contain updated (or new) data, content, and references. With peer-reviewed chapters by nutrition and medical experts, this book remains the most subsidized reference on dairy and nutrition currently available.MCQs for FRCOphth and ICO Basic Sciences Examinations
Par Sameer Trikha, Silva Samantha De, Hemal Mehta, Simon Keightley. 2012
A sound knowledge of basic sciences is vital for any doctor with an interest in ophthalmology, and is a significant…
part of all postgraduate examinations in the subject. Featuring 640 multiple choice questions, this is a comprehensive revision guide for candidates taking the basic sciences component of the FRCOphth and ICO examinations. It is highlEvidence-Based Education in the Health Professions: Promoting Best Practice in the Learning and Teaching of Students
Par Ted Brown, Brett Williams. 2005
Evidence-based education is an attempt to find, critique and implement the highest quality research evidence that underpins the education provided…
to students.This comprehensive book presents concepts key to evidence-based education, learning and teaching, analysing a wide range of allied health professions in depth. It introduces unique, inspiratiHandbook of Nutritionally Essential Mineral Elements (Clinical Nutrition in Health and Disease)
Par Boyd L. O’Dell, Roger A. Sunde. 1997
"Offers comprehensive, definitive information on all of the essential mineral elements--focusing on biochemical and physiological processes. Describes in detail the…
function of the nutritionally necessary elements revealed through the latest techniques in molecular biology as well as traditional research methods."Biomolecular Crystallography: Principles, Practice, and Application to Structural Biology
Par Bernhard Rupp. 2009
Synthesizing over thirty years of advances into a comprehensive textbook, Biomolecular Crystallography describes the fundamentals, practices, and applications of protein…
crystallography. Illustrated in full-color by the author, the text describes mathematical and physical concepts in accessible and accurate language. Biomolecular Crystallography will be a valuable resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students and practitioners in structural biology, crystallography, and structural bioinformatics.Antibiotics and Antibiotic Resistance in the Environment
Par Carlos F. Amabile-Cuevas. 2016
The presence of antibiotics, antibiotic resistance genes, and antibiotic resistant bacteria in the environment is a cause of growing worldwide…
concern, as it reveals the extensive impact of antibiotic abuse and other human-related pressures upon microbes. The field of detecting and measuring resistance in the environment has rapidly evolved to a systematic search of organisms and genes. This book will review the available evidence and hypotheses on where antibiotic resistance is coming from and for how long it has been there. Further, it will discuss involved maintenance pressures, resistance spread, traits and laboratory and in-silico strategies to further investigate antibiotic resistance.Get Ahead! Surgery: 250 SBAs for Finals (Get ahead!)
Par J. Benton Pegna, Dominic Teichmann, Saran Shantikumar. 2015
This new edition of the successful Get Ahead! Surgery: 250 SBAs for Finals provides invaluable revision for all medical students…
preparing for final exams. Written by experienced authors, this book covers the entire syllabus in a clear and comprehensive style. It builds on the strengths of the first edition to provide reliable and effective revisioMedical Device Safety: The Regulation of Medical Devices for Public Health and Safety
Par G. R Higson. 2001
Medical Device Safety: The Regulation of Medical Devices for Public Health and Safety examines the prospects for achieving global harmonization…
in medical device regulation and describes a possible future global system. Unresolved difficulties are discussed while solutions are proposed. An essential book for all those involved in health physics, en