5-Minute Clinical Consult - 15th Ed. (2007)
Provides rapid-access information on the diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, and associated conditions of more than 675 medical conditions. Organized alphabetically, this best-selling clinical reference presents brief, bulleted points on disease topics in a consistent 3-column format.
A Nurse's Guide to Cancer Care - 1st Ed. (2000)
Quick-reference for nurses who care for patients with cancer. Presents concise and appropriate sequence of topics, illustrations, and tables, and timely issues including cultural implications and attitudes toward illness.
AAFP Conditions A to Z (2006)
AAFP Conditions A to Z is a handy patient-information tool that’s been written and reviewed by physicians and patient education professionals at the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). The AAFP is a national medical organization representing more than 93,700 family physicians, family practice residents and medical students. Common conditions, treatments and health tips are presented concisely and informatively, and listed alphabetically or cross-searched in STAT!Ref online. Print the information for your patients to enhance understanding and health promotion.
ACP's PIER: The Physicians' Information and Education Resource w/ AHFS Dl Essentials (2007)
Decision-support tool designed for rapid point-of-care delivery of evidence-based guidance for physicians. Modules focus on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
AHFS Drug Information® (2006)
First published in 1959, the Big Red Book, as it's come to be known, has gone the extra mile for pharmacists and healthcare professionals seeking answers to the most detailed questions. It provides more extensive evidence-based data than any other drug reference.
AJCC Cancer Staging Handbook - 6th Ed. (2002)
The Cancer Staging Handbook contains the complete text of the Manual delivered online for the first time. Used by physicians and health care professionals worldwide to facilitate the uniform description of neo-plastic diseases, the fully revised and updated Sixth Edition of the AJCC Cancer Staging Handbook brings together all currently available information on staging of cancer at various anatomic sites and incorporates newly acquired knowledge on the etiology and pathology of cancer. Organized by disease site into 48 comprehensive chapters, the Sixth Edition features much-anticipated, major revisions to the chapters on melanoma and breast cancer. Numerous new line drawings illustrate key anatomic sites throughout the text. The Sixth Edition of the AJCC Cancer Staging Manual and Handbook remain the essential reference for oncologists, pathologists, surgeons, cancer registrars and medical professionals worldwide to assure that all those taking care of cancer patients will be trained in the language of cancer staging.
Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses - 10th Ed. (2007)
This new 10th edition includes dozens of new monographs and hundreds of updates, plus extensive new information about drugs and vulnerable populations - children, pregnant, or breastfeeding women, and older adults.
Delmar's Fundamental & Advanced Nursing Skills - 2nd Ed. (2004)
Focusing on need-to-know information, this fully revised full-color edition equips nurses with the skills they will need to survive and thrive in today’s changing health care world. Using a straight-forward approach, organized around the nursing process, the second edition of Delmar’s Fundamental & Advanced Nursing Skills, provides a great resource for any nurse from the hospital to the home.
Delmar's Geriatric Nursing Care Plans - 3rd Ed. (2005)
Care for your elderly patients with compassion, competence, and sound nursing skill. Delmar's Geriatric Nursing Care Plans, Third Edition, provides detailed information for nurses caring for the aging population. The increasing number of geriatric patients and the varying areas of care delivery (home, hospital, long-term care facility, retirement community, and outpatient clinics) mean that highly skilled and competent nursing care is a must. All the information needed to develop specific and effective nursing care plans for the most commonly-seen disorders is included in this user-friendly resource. Care plans solicit specific patient data and prompt the user to customize the interventions and evaluate the patient’s individual responses to care provided.
Delmar's Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests (2002)
Delmar's Guide to Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests is a new reference book that has a combination of features that make it a very unique laboratory and diagnostic book. It presents the most current knowledge, uses the latest in technological approaches, introduces an international perspective, and is in an extremely "user friendly" format. This must-have reference is completely alphabetical, indexed, and fully cross referenced. Each test has an exceptionally straightforward and concise presentation of information.
Delmar's Pediatric Nursing Care Plans - 3rd Ed. (2005)
Delmar's Pediatric Nursing Care Plans, 3rd edition, includes care plans that have been developed to reflect comprehensive pediatric nursing care based on the most common psychosocial and physiologic alterations. Because care is based on solid application of principles of growth and development, and respect and appreciation of the parents and family as partners in the care of their children, the book opens with an overview of growth and development of children. Subsequent chapters offer an overview of each body system, covering basic and diseasespecific care plans. The diagnoses are cross-referenced, and the practitioner is encouraged to add, subtract, delete, and otherwise adapt the diagnoses to provide individualized care for a specific client.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual - Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR™, 2000)
This is the fourth edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, or DSM-IV. The utility and credibility of DSM-IV require that it focus on its clinical, research, and educational purposes and be supported by an extensive empirical foundation. Our highest priority has been to provide a helpful guide to clinical practice. We hoped to make DSM-IV practical and useful for clinicians by striving for brevity of criteria sets, clarity of language, and explicit statements of the constructs embodied in the diagnostic criteria. An additional goal was to facilitate research and improve communication among clinicians and researchers. We were also mindful of the use of DSM-IV for improving the collection of clinical information and as an educational tool for teaching psychopathology.
Dictionary of Medical Acronyms & Abbreviations - 5th Ed. (2005)
This dictionary lists acronyms and abbreviations occurring with a reasonable frequency in the literature of medicine and the health care professions. Abbreviations and acronyms are given in capital letters, with no punctuation, and with concise definitions. The beginning sections also include symbols, genetic symbols, and the Greek alphabet and symbols.
Diseases and Disorders: A Nursing Therapeutics Manual – 3rd Ed. (2007)
Everything you need to know about caring for patients is in this one portable reference! Now in its third edition, Diseases and Disorders: A Nursing Therapeutics Manual, containing complete information on hundreds of disorders, is still a 'must have' reference for every nurse. In a concise format, this handbook allows nurses and students to quickly find –– and understand –– information on disorders so they can effectively plan nursing care. Offering a clear but comprehensive discussion of pathophysiology, and providing rationales in the medications and laboratory sections, Diseases and Disorders will help students understand the scientific basis for the nursing care patients need. It is an excellent reference for students transitioning from classroom to clinical settings and nurses working in community and clinical settings.
Family Medicine: Principles and Practice - 6th Ed. (2003)
With the publication of this sixth edition, Family Medicine: Principles and Practice now spans four decades and two millennia. With each new edition, we attempt to address what is changing in family medicine and in health care, in general. Since the last edition, we have seen a maturing emphasis on evidence-based medicine and its progressive integration into the fabric of our discipline. There has been a burgeoning interest in complementary and alternative medicine. Advances in genetics are bringing what was once a basic science into the primary care office. There has been renewed enthusiasm for population-based medicine by family physicians and a new look at the ecology of health care.1 The book has discussions of each of these important topics.
Gale E ncyclopedia of Genetic Disorders
The Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders is a unique and invaluable source for information regarding diseases and conditions of a genetic origin. This collection of nearly 400 entries provides in-depth coverage of disorders ranging from exceedingly rare to very well-known. In addition, several non-disorder entries have been included to facilitate understanding of common genetic concepts and practices such as Chromosomes, Genetic counseling, and Genetic testing.
Geriatric Medicine: An Evidence Based Approach - 4th Ed. (2003)
The 4th edition of this book covers extraordinary advances that have occurred in the science of aging and the potential for biomedical research to give us answers to many, if not most, of the age-related disorders that threaten the quality of life in older years.
Guide to Culturally Competent Health Care (2005)
With its focus on clinical relevance, this quick reference for students and health care practitioners, who provide direct patient care in diverse settings, meets an emerging need for information regarding nursing care for cross-culturally diverse populations. It will boost the confidence of students who feel uncomfortable dealing with those from a cultural background different than their own. It provides a summary of issues to be aware of, including cultural variations regarding personal space, dietary preferences, activities of daily living, communication, symptom management, activities of daily living, religious and health practices. Written in outline format, it focuses on clinically relevant information for each culture discussed.
Holland-Frei Cancer Medicine - 6th Ed. (2003)
The leading reference source for medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, internists, surgical oncologists, and others who treat cancer patients, this all-inclusive, multidisciplinary text covers the ever-widening sphere of current cancer knowledge and clinical practice. In this new sixth edition, an outstanding editorial team from world-renowned medical centers presents a comprehensive yet manageable resource for all aspects of oncology. This text continues its leading pace with new and updated information on biology, immunology, etiology, epidemiology, clinical trials, prevention, screening and early detection, pathology, imaging and therapies. The 162 comprehensive chapters are organized into six parts: Cardinal Manifestations of Cancer, Scientific Foundations of Cancer, Principles of Cancer Diagnosis, Principles of Therapeutic Modalities, Principles of Multidisciplinary Management and Cancer Management. This edition sees expanded chapters on tumor immunology, and on the theory and practice of clinical trials. Completely new chapters focus on the cardinal manifestations of cancer, targeted therapy, pregnancy and cancer, cancer and aging, central nervous system metastases, primary central nervous system tumors, bone tumors, unique pathological features of childhood cancer and special considerations for adolescents and young adults. Cancer Medicine, Sixth Edition, features hundreds of color and black-and-white illustrations and photographs, tables, graphs and algorithms that make this text a valuable clinical tool in recognizing characteristic appearances of both patient and tissue.
ICD-9-CM - Volumes 1, 2 and 3 (2007)
This sixth edition of the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) is being published by the United States Government in recognition of its responsibility to promulgate this classification throughout the United States for morbidity coding. The International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, published by the World Health Organization (WHO) is the foundation of the ICD-9-CM and continues to be the classification employed in cause-of-death coding in the United States. The ICD-9-CM is completely comparable with the ICD-9. The WHO Collaborating Center for Classification of Diseases in North America serves as liaison between the international obligations for comparable classifications and the national health data needs of the United States.
INFECTIOUS DISEASES: The Clinician's Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention (2006)
Focused, practical, current recommendations covering all common and clinically significant forms of infection. Includes a chapter on bioterrorism.
Ingenix® CPT with RVUs Data File (2007)
CPT® is based on the America Medical Association’s Physicians’ Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)® coding system, which is copyrighted and owned by the physician organization. CPT® is the nation’s official, HIPAA, compliant code set for procedures and services provided by physicians, ambulatory surgical centers, and hospital outpatient services, as well as laboratories, imaging centers, physical therapy clinics, urgent care centers and others.
New to this edition: (277) New Codes, (236) Changed Codes and (112) Deleted Codes.
Internal Medicine, Stein - 5th Ed. (1998)
The book is an encyclopedic tool for use in daily practice. It contains information on all aspects of internal medicine. Organized by specialty, each subspecialty is divided into three primary sections including an introduction, laboratory tests and diagnosis.
Merck Manual - 18th Ed. (2006)
The Merck Manual, 18th Edition is packed with essential information on diagnosing and treating medical disorders to help health care professionals and medical students deliver the best care. This handy, compact textbook was written by more than 300 expert clinicians and is the world’s most widely used medical reference. Designed for maximum clinical usefulness, the new Merck Manual makes it easy to find the right information, right when you need it. Completely updated to include new topics such as critical care medicine, biological warfare and terrorism, SARS, smallpox, and more.
Nurse's Pocket Guide: Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions, and Rationales - 10th Ed. (2006)
Now made clearer and more user-friendly with prioritized interventions for each nursing diagnosis! The Tenth Edition of the Nurse's Pocket Guide is the perfect resource for hospital and community-based settings. The new edition is a must-have reference that delivers client-focused care planning in a clear and concise manner.
Nursing Diagnoses in Psychiatric Nursing - 6th Ed. (2004)
Nursing Diagnoses in Psychiatric Nursing: Care Plans and Psychotropic Medications Mary Townsend, 6h Edition, 2004 F. A. Davis Provides guidelines on the construction of practical, individual care plans for various psychiatric clients. Covers various healthcare settings from inpatient hospitalization, outpatient clinic to home health and private practice. Easy-to-use.
Nursing Diagnosis Reference Manual - 6th Ed. (2005)
This new Sixth Edition helps nursing students and practicing nurses prepare care plans accurately and efficiently for every NANDA-approved nursing diagnosis. The book features a life-cycle format, with sections on adult, adolescent, child, maternal-neonatal, and geriatric health. Sections on community-based health (care plans on home health, health promotion, and more) and psychiatric/mental health round out the volume. Each care plan includes clear-cut criteria for identifying the right nursing diagnosis, assessment guidelines, outcome statements, rationales with all interventions, and documentation guidelines.
OLD's Maternal-Newborn Nursing & Women's Health Care - 7th Ed. (2004)
Nurses working with childbearing families face a variety of new challenges, including shortened lengths of hospital stay, the trend toward greater use of community-based and home care, and downsizing and mergers of health-care systems. The Eighth Edition of this popular text continues to emphasize the central role played by maternity nurses working with today's childbearing families, but also includes a global perspective, covering culture as a factor in relating to the woman's childbirth experience. Women's health is emphasized throughout the lifespan, not only during the childbearing years, providing a more comprehensive perspective.
Oxford Desk Reference: Clinical Genetics – (2005)
The first in a brand new series of easy-to-use guides, this book is set to become the bible for clinical consultation in genetics. It covers the process of diagnosis, investigation, management, and counselling for patients. Most of the topics fit onto a double-page spread ensuring that the book is an accessible, quick reference for the clinic or hospital consultation. Where available, diagnostic criteria for specific conditions are included as well as contact details for support groups. The book is well illustrated and has an up-to-date bibliography and glossaries of terms used in genetics and dysmorphology.
Oxford Handbook of Tropical Medicine - 2nd Ed. (2005)
Provides clear and concise coverage for students and practitioners in the tropics. This new edition includes a major revision to the cardiology, chest medicine, renal, and endocrinology sections. There is also new material on mental health, managing acute medical emergencies and ophthalmology.
Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children and Their Families (2002)
Pediatric Nursing: Caring for Children and Their Families, Second Edition, is a dynamic and insightful presentation of caring for pediatric clients. The authors embrace a holistic and family-centered approach to the care and nurturing of children in all states along the health-illness continuum, from healthy growth and development milestones to illness states and chronic conditions. All nursing care is framed within a family context, underscoring the need to view the child not just as an individual, but as a member of a larger family unit. General nursing skills such as assessment, communication, and health promotion are presented within the pediatric framework, so nurses can approach children and their families with an authentic understanding of their conditions and needs.
Pharmacotherapeutics: A Primary Care Clinical Guide - 2nd Ed. (2005)
Written collectively by professionals in the fields of nursing, pharmacology, pharmacy, and medicine, this reference provides a clinical outcomes-focused, concise, decision-making guide to pharmacotherapy for common healthcare conditions of adults and children in ambulatory settings.
Red Book®: 2006 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases - 27th Ed.
The 27th Edition brings you the latest clinically tested guidelines on the manifestations, etiology, epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of more than 200 conditions. Designed to optimize everyday patient problem solving.
Review of Natural Products (2007)
Review of Natural Products has in-depth monographs about natural products based on scientific research. The text provides detailed information, including botany, history, chemistry, pharmacology, medicinal uses, toxicology, and patient information. Includes significantly documented drug interactions.
Stedman's Medical Dictionary - 28th Ed. (2006)
Stedman’s Medical Dictionary, 28th Edition, is the most reliable, must-have resource available for healthcare professionals. The 28th Edition contains more than 107,000 total terms, with more than 5,000 new to this edition. Furthermore, this edition has been thoroughly reviewed and updated by consultants from all the major medical and health science specialities including Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, and Rheumatology.
Taber's® Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary - 20th Ed. (2005)
Stedman’s Medical Dictionary, 28th Edition, is the most reliable, must-have resource available for healthcare professionals. The 28th Edition contains more than 107,000 total terms, with more than 5,000 new to this edition. Furthermore, this edition has been thoroughly reviewed and updated by consultants from all the major medical and health science specialities including Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, and Rheumatology.
Treatments of Psychiatric Disorders - 3rd Ed. (2001)
Clinically useful, current approaches for the treatment of mental disorders. This text reflects a combination of cumulative scientific knowledge and clinical judgment.
Women's Health: A Primary Care Clinical Guide - 3rd Ed. (2004)
Using a systematic, problem-solving format, the third edition of this popular book provides comprehensive information on health maintenance and promotion in the care of women. Completely revised, this edition thoroughly addresses the issues most important in all primary care areas, including obstetrics, gynecologic, general medical conditions, and psychosocial matters. Designed as a handbook, Women's Health is an easy-to-use resource that allows quick access to relevant health care material.
J. Hopkins, October 2, 2007