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• Hardcover: 410 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (January 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9783540421931
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The pathophysiology of sepsis can be regarded as a series of steps, beginning with the invasion of normally sterile tissue by microbes and the elaboration of various pro-inflammatory mediators. The final common pathway is often the development of the multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). Whereas a great deal has been learned during the past quarter century about the inflammatory processes associated with sepsis (and other related conditions, such as ischemia/reperfusion injury), our understanding is far less developed with respect to the pathophysiological events that lead to organ dysfunction under these conditions. Nevertheless, efforts by both clinical and laboratory scientists are leading to new knowledge in this area. The chapters in this volume provide a state-of-the-art overview of many aspects of the pathophysiology of organ dysfunction in critical illness.

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• Paperback: 450 pages
• Publisher: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; 3 edition (August 2004)
• Language: English
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Area of Focus: Sports Medicine Developed by the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and published by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. This completely new 3rd edition is the best place to start when you need to research the most effective techniques for sports injuries and conditions, pinpoint an elusive diagnosis, or prepare for Board certification or recertification Stay abreast of the most important advances in injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation Access general sports-related topics as well as in-depth treatment insights for virtually every athletic condition Review the most proven and effective surgical and nonsurgical interventions.

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• Hardcover: 960 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; Har/Psc edition (February 27, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9780723435044
• ISBN-13: 978-0723435044
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For the first time, a fully UK edition of this popular reference work, uses English spelling and terminology, and metric measurements. Medical, nursing, allied health and complementary therapy terms are included, and appendices cover UK guidelines, bodies and organisations. Extensive illustrations and helpful electronic support material.

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• Hardcover: 608 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (August 19, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1606238957
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• Paperback: 660 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1st Edition. edition (April 3, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3642076785
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A comprehensive introduction to the concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine, its basic principles, therapy and medication. More than 5000 well structured entries are arranged in alphabetical order and cover a wide spectrum, from symptoms and diseases to acupuncture points, to herbal and other drugs used in Chinese medicine. Also included are color images of the most important herbs and medicinal plants. This is an indispensable guide not only for medical practitioners interested in TCM but also for pharmacists and interested laypersons.

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• Paperback: 720 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 1 edition (April 21, 2009)
• Language: English
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• Paperback: 396 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 3 edition (July 21, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0198529457
• ISBN-13: 978-0198529453
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The highly successful textbook Methods for the Economic Evaluation of Health Care is now available in its third edition. Over the years it has become the standard textbook in the field world-wide. It mirrors the huge expansion of the field of economic evaluation in health care. This new edition builds on the strengths of previous editions being clearly written in a style accessible to a wide readership. Key methodological principles are outlined using a critical appraisal checklist that can be applied to any published study. The methodological features of the basic forms of analysis are then explained in more detail with special emphasis of the latest views on productivity costs, the characterization of uncertainty and the concept of net benefit. The book has been greatly revised and expanded especially concerning analyzing patient-level data and decision-analytic modeling. There is discussion of new methodological approaches, including cost effectiveness acceptability curves, net benefit regression, probalistic sensitivity analysis and value of information analysis. There is an expanded chapter on the use of economic evaluation, including discussion of the use of cost-effectiveness thresholds, equity considerations and the transferability of economic data. This new edition is required for anyone commissioning, undertaking or using economic evaluations in health care, and will be popular with health service professionals, health economists, pharmacists and health care decision makers. It is especially relevant for those taking pharmacoeconomics courses.

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• Paperback: 330 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (December 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521770297
• ISBN-13: 978-0521770293
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Decision making in health care means navigating through a complex and tangled web of diagnostic and therapeutic uncertainties, patient preferences and values, and costs. In addition, medical therapies may include side effects, surgery may lead to undesirable complications, and diagnostic technologies may produce inconclusive results. In many clinical and health policy decisions it is necessary to counterbalance benefits and risks, and to trade off competing objectives such as maximizing life expectancy vs optimizing quality of life vs minimizing the required resources. This textbook plots a clear course through these complex and conflicting variables. It clearly explains and illustrates tools for integrating quantitative evidence-based data and subjective outcome values in making clinical and health policy decisions. An accompanying CD-ROM features solutions to the exercises, PowerPoint® presentations of the illustrations, and sample models and tables.

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• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 3 edition (March 23, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521705681
• ISBN-13: 978-0521705684

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Medical evidence plays a vital part in many criminal prosecutions, most notably when serious injury or physical abuse is part of the prosecution’s case. Now in its third edition, this book is an essential text for practitioners of clinical forensic medicine and for those who take them through judicial proceedings, be they prosecutors or defence lawyers. It is written by a team of skilled and experienced authors with practical issues firmly in mind. The book has been revised to take account of changes in both statute and case law that have occurred since publication of the previous edition as well as improvements in medical and scientific understanding. In particular, the approach to uncertainties in child abuse has been brought up to date and a completely new account of blood-borne viral diseases is included.

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• Paperback: 1184 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 5 edition (October 12, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1437708250
• ISBN-13: 978-1437708257
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There is a reason Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN^® Examination has been called “the best NCLEX exam review book ever.” You’ll find everything you need to review for the NCLEX exam under one cover – complete content review and over 4,500 NCLEX examination-style questions in the book and on the free companion CD! Don’t make the mistake of assuming the quality of the questions is the same in all NCLEX exam review books, because only Silvestri’s Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN^® Examination includes the kind of questions that consistently test the critical thinking skills necessary to pass today’s NCLEX exam. And, what’s even better is that ALL answers include detailed rationales to help you learn from your answer choices, as well as test-taking strategies that provide tips for how to best approach each question. It’s easy to see why Silvestri is THE book of choice for NCLEX examination review. But don’t just take our word for it – read any customer review or ask your classmates to see why Silvestri users believe that there’s nothing else like it!

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• Spiral-bound: 792 pages
• Publisher: American Medical Association Press; 4 Spi Pro edition (October 30, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1603592172
• ISBN-13: 978-1603592178
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• Vinyl Bound: 1568 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Thirty-First edition (May 11, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1608316149
• ISBN-13: 978-1608316144
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The Best-Selling Nursing Drug Reference – More Than 5 Million Sold!

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• Paperback: 1056 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 4 edition (March 5, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1416047301
• ISBN-13: 978-1416047308
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• Hardcover: 1300 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 6 edition (November 19, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1416042245
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In your practice, you require advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical, genetic and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effects on the mother and fetus. With both basic science and clinical information, six new chapters, and an updated color design, you need look no further than the 6th edition of this long-time best seller.

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• Paperback: 672 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 2 edition (July 31, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521747767
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Building on the strengths of its award-winning predecessor, this new edition of An Introduction to Clinical Emergency Medicine is a must-have resource for individuals training and practising in this challenging specialty. Guided by the patient’s chief complaint, this text presents a concise, methodical approach to patient evaluation, management and problem solving in the Emergency Department. Unlike other textbooks, which elaborate on known diagnoses, this extraordinary book approaches clinical problems as clinicians approach patients – without full knowledge of the final diagnosis. Fully revised and updated, the second edition includes new chapters on sepsis, bleeding, burns, neonatal, alcohol-related, and dental emergencies. Stunning full-color chapters include clinical images (photographs, ECGs and radiologic studies), detailed illustrations and practical tables. Written and edited by experienced educators, researchers, and practitioners in Emergency Medicine, this text is core reading for students and residents, and an important resource for practising emergency physicians, faculty, and other healthcare providers.

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