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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Cultural competence is not just a theoretical concept but a practical necessity. Evidence has established that effective, efficient, and compassionate care in an increasingly diverse world cannot be achieved unless the health workforce is culturally competent. Transcultural Care by Irena Papadopoulos, a leading expert in transcultural health and nursing, offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing cultural competence in healthcare settings. This book and its accompanying videos are designed to help a wide range of students and professionals navigate the complexities of cultural diversity in patient care.Through a systematic exploration of key concepts such as communication, compassion, and ethical practice, the author introduces the readers to essential cultural competence models, including her own established Papadopoulos, Tilki, and Taylor model. The content also delves into the emerging roles of AI and robotics in healthcare, providing a forward-thinking perspective on how technology intersects with cultural competence. The book also introduces the post-human theory, exploring its relevance to cultural and compassionate competence in health care.Transcultural Care is not just a textbook, but a practical resource with case studies, exercises, and interesting videos that allow self-paced learning. Whether you are a student, a qualified healthcare professional looking to enhance your skills, or an educator preparing the next generation of culturally competent and compassionate caregivers, this book is an invaluable addition to your library.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success.A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable Elektronisches Buch completes this invaluable learning package.Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of medical ethics and medical law will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!This fully updated, concise textbook on medical ethics and law is perfect for aspiring medical students, current undergraduates, and practicing professionals alike, it offers a comprehensive yet accessible overview of contemporary ethical principles and legal frameworks. Packed with the latest UK guidelines and illuminating case studies, this essential resource equips you to understand and navigate complex clinical dilemmas. From patient consent and confidentiality to end-of-life decisions and public health ethics, gain invaluable insights that will serve you throughout your medical career. Whether you're preparing for university interviews, tackling course material, or refining your professional practice, this textbook provides the knowledge you need to approach medical ethics and law with clarity and competence.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success.A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust.Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics in the MLA syllabus, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable Elektronisches Buch completes this invaluable learning package.Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of pharmacology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you!This updated edition provides comprehensive coverage of the latest updated guideline therapies across the full spectrum of clinical management. Featuring the latest treatment guidelines and drug developments, it offers in-depth insights into the basic sciences of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and therapeutic applications.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Reinforce your understanding of A&P with this engaging study guide! The Study Guide for The Human Body in Health and Illness, 8th Edition, corresponds seamlessly with Herlihy's textbook, providing an interactive approach to mastering fundamental anatomy and physiology concepts. Through a variety of exercises, activities, and quizzes, this guide helps you effectively remember and apply key A&P terms while deepening your understanding of both normal physiological processes and related pathophysiology. NEW! Updated content throughout matches the new and revised content in the 8th edition of Herlihy's The Human Body in Health and Illness textbookEXPANDED! Chapters correspond one-to-one with chapters in the Herlihy textbook, providing you with engaging, practical exercises to help you remember, understand, and apply key A&P contentEach chapter includes two parts: Mastering the Basics, with matching, ordering, labelling, diagram reading, and coloring exercisesPutting It All Together, including multiple-choice quizzes and case studies. Objectives at the beginning of each chapter reinforce the goals of the textbook and set forth a framework for studyColoring activities help you study and remember the details of anatomyTextbook page references are included with the questions to make it easier to locate and review key A&P topics.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn proven strategies to prepare for nursing school tests and the NCLEX® exam! 2026-2027 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies: Passing Nursing School and the NCLEX® Exam, Ninth Edition, provides tools to help you overcome test anxiety, develop strong study skills, and improve test scores. You'll gain insight into key nursing areas such as clinical judgment, prioritization, leading and managing, communication, and pharmacology. In the book and on the Evolve companion website, 1,200 practice questions represent all question types - including alternate item formats and new test items for the Next Generation NCLEX®. This edition includes NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (NCJMM) updates and stand-alone and unfolding case studies. Written by leading NCLEX® experts Linda and Angela Silvestri, this essential resource offers the practical tips and realistic practice you need to succeed on any exam!

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Get ready to pass the Next-Generation NCLEX-PN® Examination (NGN-PN) on your first try with Developing Clinical Judgment for Practical/Vocational Nursing Practice and NGN Readiness, 2nd Edition. Written by renowned nursing education expert Donna D. Ignatavicius and Dr. Tami Little, this practical workbook focuses on developing the clinical judgment skills you need to succeed on the NGN-PN and in clinical practice. This collection of engaging and practical thinking exercises has been carefully developed to incorporate the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM) and to emphasize the new item types that are integral to the NGN-PN. Exercises range from basic to more complex and address all key content areas to fully prepare you for all facets of the exam. This workbook is an invaluable companion throughout nursing school, helping you grow your clinical judgment skills to match what's expected on the NGN-PN!

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Use case studies and practice exams to prepare for the Next Generation NCLEX-RN®! Designed for nursing students, Elsevier's Case Study Practice Review for the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) provides step-by-step advice and concrete methods to solving case studies and targeted questions that help you build critical thinking and clinical judgement skills. A combined total of 130 stand-alone and unfolding case studies are offered in the book and its Evolve website, with rationales for correct and incorrect answers, the clinical judgement skill being tested, and Elsevier text references for further learning. Written by noted educator Kara Sealock, this review ensures that you are ready for success on the NGN and in your nursing career.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics, guest editors Drs. Tolga Aksu and Olujimi A. Ajijola bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Autonomic Nervous System and Arrhythmias. Top experts in the field discuss topics such as the role of ANS in atrial fibrillation; the role of ANS in VVS and clinical bradyarrhythmias; the role of ANS in ventricular arrhythmias; pathophysiologic mechanisms in cardiac ANS and arrhythmias; cardiac neuroanatomy; and more.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Offering a clinical definition and classification for specialty contact lenses, this unique reference discusses the clinical features and customization of every type of contact lens modality in a variety of clinical settings. Specialty Contact Lenses covers all aspects of this wide-ranging field, including specialty multifocal lenses, novel technology, telemedicine, myopia management, contact lenses in sports, visual rehabilitation, pediatric and geriatric considerations, electrochemical and optical sensing technologies, contact lens enhancement, future applications, and much more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Written by authorities in infectious disease and disaster preparedness, this one-stop resource covers the relevant theoretical, historical, and pragmatic considerations of viral outbreaks and bioterrorism. It provides an expert overview of this complex area for infectious disease physicians, emergency medicine physicians, hospital administrators, and more.

sonst. Bücher. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - For nearly 50 years, Elsevier's Intravenous Medications: A Handbook for Nurses and Health Professionals has been a trusted resource for complete, accurate drug information in a concise, quick-access format. New to the 2026 edition are many new monographs of the most recent IV drugs to be approved by the FDA, in addition to updated drug uses, interactions, precautions, alerts, and patient teaching instructions for all current IV drugs. Known as the #1 IV drug handbook on the market, this annual publication is ideal for use in critical care areas, at the nursing station, in the office, and in public health and home care settings. Annual publication prevents users from referencing outdated information40-year history of impeccable accuracy reinforces the importance of safe IV drug administrationMonographs on more than 400 IV drugs offers an impressive breadth of coverage that goes well beyond any comparable drug referenceProven, clinically-optimized page layout keeps all dosage information for each drug on either a single page or a two-page spread to prevent hand contamination by having to turn a pageHighlighted Black Box Warnings and relevant content make locating critical information fast and easySpecial circumstances in blue-screened text call attention to important circumstances that may not warrant black box warningsConvenient, alphabetical format organizes all drug monographs by generic name, allowing users to find any drug in secondsDilution and dosage charts within monographs provide quick access to essential clinical informationLife stage dosage variances are highlighted for geriatric, pediatric, infant, and neonatal patientsNew drug monographs for approximately 10-20 newly approved drugs by the FDA provides readers with the most current drug informationEach monograph updated as necessary with new interactions, precautions, alerts, patient teaching instructions, and other need-to-know information. Current information helps nurses feel confident in the accuracy of the information and helps prevent medication dispensing errors.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Interventional Cardiology Clinics, guest editors Drs. Dmitriy N. Feldman and Andrew J. P. Klein bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Peripheral Arterial Disease. Top experts in the field discuss key topics such as optimal medical therapy in PAD; vascular access and management of complications; intravascular imaging in PVI; AAA and EVAR; carotid disease and management; and much more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, guest editor Dr. Donna M. Kaminski brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Ear, Nose, and Throat Issues in Primary Care. Top experts cover common and uncommon ear, nose, and throat issues for the primary care provider, including timely articles on swallowing disorders, head and neck cancers, Bell's Palsy, hearing loss, rhinitis, and more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, guest editors Dsr. Sarina Schrager and Heather Paladine bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Women's Health. Top experts discuss common conditions that are unique to women as well as the impacts of social determinants on women's lived experiences. Articles cover issues that primary care clinicians see often, with a focus on new information and real-life experiences.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics, guest editors Drs. Luigi Di Biase and Fengwei Zou bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Pulsed Field Ablation. Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) is a promising and evolving technology in the field of cardiac electrophysiology, with ongoing research exploring its safety and efficacy. In this issue, top experts discuss lesion characteristics of PFA; tissue selectivity of PFA; pulmonary vein isolation with PFA; and much more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Medical Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Paul James Grant brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Prevention and Management of Venous Thromboembolism. Top experts cover how to diagnose, prevent, treat, and manage venous thromboembolism (VTE) in the primary care setting.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Kate Aicher, João Cavasin, and Jonathan A. Lidbury bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Hepatology. Top experts highlight important topics in the field of small animal hepatology, areas of major recent advances. Topics cover cytological and histological evaluation of the liver; formulating diagnostic, therapeutic, and nutritional plans for common liver diseases of dogs and cats; newly discovered diseases such as domestic cat hepanavirus; and previously poorly characterized liver disorders, such as granulomatous hepatitis.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, guest editors Drs. Alan Catanzariti and Robert Mendicino bring their considerable expertise to the topic of West Penn Training Program: Lessons Learned Over 40 Years. This issue is written by graduates of the West Penn Hospital residency program, and serves as a testament to the importance of rigorous academic training that instills the habits of life-long learning and critical self-analysis.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, guest editors Drs. Erica McKenzie and Stephanie Valberg bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Muscle Disorders of Horses. Top experts in the field discuss all major equine muscle disorders, covering the current state of knowledge about their pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment. This issue is authored by global experts in these topics, representing a rare collation of their collective expertise.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Green Building: An Engineering Approach to Sustainable Construction fills a void in green building which has good textbook options for practitioners, architects, and sustainability experts, but not an engineering focused textbook focused on green building. This new text takes an engineering approach to evaluating green building techniques, systems, and materials. The book examines the built environment from inside out, looking at minimizing environmental impacts while also considering the economics and energy use and efficiency. While not a test-prep book, it will provide the knowledge foundation that will help prepare the students to take the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design accreditation exam.As students are often unclear on the evolving employment prospects in this field, particularly for the engineer, the textbook also features six case studies showing different career pathways for engineers in this arena.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Orthopedic Clinics, guest editors from the esteemed Campbell Clinic bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Quality, Value, and Patient Safety in Orthopedic Surgery. These topics are critical components of contemporary healthcare and are essential for advancing the field, improving patient experiences, and ensuring the sustainability of healthcare systems worldwide. This issue addresses a wide variety of relevant topics, including digital health tools and data analytics that enhance personalized treatment plans and improving overall patient outcomes.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Dermatologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Darrell S. Rigel, Joshua Burshtein, Milaan Shah, and Danny Zakria bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Melanoma and Pigmented Lesion Update. Top experts in the field discuss trends in melanoma incidence and mortality; risk factors for primary cutaneous melanoma; lesional markers and precursors of melanoma; histopathology of melanoma; AI in melanoma: diagnosis and management; and more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Orthopedic Clinics, guest editors from the esteemed Campbell Clinic bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Perioperative Risks in Orthopedics. Articles cover key issues in pediatrics, shoulder and elbow, knee/hip, and hand and wrist surgery, with the goal of assisting healthcare providers in improving patient outcomes, reducing the incidence of complications, and enhancing the quality of life for patients undergoing orthopedic surgery.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine, guest editors Drs. David E. Ost and A. Christina Argento bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Interventional Pulmonology. Top experts discuss diagnosis of pleural effusion of unknown etiology; malignant pleural effusion treatment; management of parapneumonic effusion and empyema; chylothorax; management of recurrent transudative effusions in CHF and hepatic hydrothorax; and more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Radiologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Mylene T. Truong and Girish S. Shroff bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Pearls and Pitfalls in Thoracic Disease Imaging. Top experts provide insights on interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, subsolid lung nodules, mediastinal masses, and the aorta. Additional articles cover LungRADS, CAD-RADS, PET/CT pitfalls, and imaging of post-surgical complications of lung cancer.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Smart City Code: Governance Handbook for Digital Transformation Managers in the Public Sector explores how to govern the planning, implementation, and maintenance operations in smart city projects and transitions, and the urban digitalization processes that may potentially trigger. It provides readers with the evidence-based knowledge they need to approach the complexity of smart city governance, responding to the United Nations' call for more advanced strategic and technical support on urban digital transformations to national, regional, and local governments. The book uses a comprehensive framework that details what configuration of multi-level components should be considered in the governance of smart city transitions.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions explores the dynamic relationship between sustainable development and effective regional planning. With a focus on harmonizing the diverse elements of social equity, economic prosperity, and environmental conservation, this book offers a deep dive into the interplay among human activities, natural systems, and the landscapes they inhabit. Considering both theoretical foundations and real-world case studies, this book equips readers with the tools to navigate the complex challenges of our rapidly changing world. It examines how sustainable development goals can seamlessly integrate into regional planning initiatives, offering a roadmap for fostering resilient communities and landscapes.Through sustainability transitions, territorial dynamics, and community engagement techniques, this book offers fresh perspectives on urban planning, environmental science, and regional studies. This book resonates with a diverse audience, seeking to drive positive change through strategic and sustainable regional planning. From community engagement techniques to innovative policy frameworks, readers will find actionable guidance to transform theoretical concepts into practical and impactful development projects. By providing an essential bridge between theory and implementation, this book inspires meaningful conversations and actions that will shape the future of our regions, cities, and landscapes sustainably and harmoniously.From governments crafting policies that balance progress and environmental stewardship to architects and developers designing eco-conscious spaces, researchers, professionals, and students alike will find valuable information and practical tools to critically analyze the complex interactions among human activities, natural systems, and regional landscapes, fostering a holistic understanding of sustainable development within diverse regions.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this issue of Neurosurgery Clinics, guest editor Dr. Mark Hamilton brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Adult Hydrocephalus and Intracranial Pressure Disorders. Top experts in the field cover key topics, including glymphatic and hydrocephalus; intracranial pressure; adult hydrocephalus clinical subtypes; intracranial hypotension; neuroimaging of adult hydrocephalus; and much more.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Offering a valuable balance of information for everyone on the rehabilitation team, Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, Sixth Edition, brings you up to date with rapid changes in every area of this fast-moving field. Significant new content, a new editor with specialization in prosthetics and orthotics, and new contributing authors deliver expert guidance on the decision-making process needed for the prescription and application of technologically complex devices. From traditional fabrication and fitting principles to advanced information in the material sciences, digital printing technology, neural stimulation systems, microprocessor technologies, and robotics, this new edition remains practical, readable, and evidence-based-an ideal resource to assist medical and rehabilitation professionals achieve optimal outcomes for patients with a wide variety of conditions.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An ideal resource for both the novice and experienced surgeon, Practical Facial Reconstruction: Theory and Practice is a practical, step-by-step guide to facial repair, written by a highly experienced authority in the field. In this fully updated Second Edition, Dr. Andrew Kaufman walks you through decision making in repair design and execution, offering tips, pearls, and key points that make seemingly complicated flaps less complicated, and repairs more aesthetic and functionally successful. Abundant illustrations and numerous new videos provide real-world visual guidance on soft tissue facial reconstruction.