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Author: Lynda W. Freeman
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Published: 2004
Total Pages: 616
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKOffers a comprehensive overview of complementary and alternative medicine, discussing the history, philosophy, and mechanisms of alternative treatments and providing information on alternative and complementary treatments for a variety of conditions.
Author: Lyn W. Freeman
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2008-06-09
Total Pages: 634
ISBN-13: 0323075487
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProviding a comprehensive overview, this text includes practical, clinically relevant coverage of complementary and alternative medicine, with commentary by well-known experts, descriptions of recent medical advances, case studies, and the history and philosophy of each discipline, along with indications, contraindications, practical application, and clinical trials for each topic. Research is critically reviewed, with examples of exceptional and flawed studies. You'll gain an understanding of the most commonly used alternative therapies, as well as those most likely to be integrated with conventional medical treatment. - More than 200 photographs and illustrations and 15 new line drawings clarify the material and make learning easier. - A highly readable style simplifies complex concepts and keeps the material interesting. - Current, research-based information explores the efficacy of many therapies so you can make decisions with confidence. - Healing methods are emphasized, rather than systems. - A topical organization lets you use what you need for your own practice, without having to read through extraneous detail. - Chapter openers show why the content of the chapter is important, what is covered, and what objectives will be met. Features include: - Why Read this Chapter? - Chapter at a Glance - Chapter Objectives - An Expert Speaks boxes highlight the personal experience of well-known researchers and practitioners in each discipline, discussing the historical context of research, current contributions, and future directions. - Critical Thinking and Clinical Application Questions show real-world situations so you can test and apply your knowledge. - Points to Ponder help you tie together and interpret facts. - A Closer Look boxes expand upon case study reviews and clinical application examples. - Learning Opportunities suggest activities for interacting with health care professionals. - Summary tables show outcomes from important clinical trials at a glance. - Appendices provide information on CAM resources and contacts. - A free Evolve companion website includes regular updates of content, student activities, and full-color images. - Three new chapters: - Reiki describes this popular CAM therapy and how it can be used along with related ethical and legal issues. - Measurement of the Human Biofield explores cutting-edge technology and research into the biofield as well as theories about the implications of mind-body regulation. - The Future of Ethnomedicine offers views of health and sickness from around the world, including perspectives that differ from traditional instruction and media portrayals. - Includes the latest information on professional licensing. - Seven new interviews are included, plus updates to previous interviews.
Author: Edzard Ernst
Publisher: Mosby
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 556
ISBN-13: 9780723433835
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIncludes CD-ROM with fully searchable text and links to Medline.
Author: Edzard Ernst
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2007-10-26
Total Pages: 370
ISBN-13: 0723437491
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPain is the single most common reason for patients to consult a CAM practitioner. This essential new book provides concise evidence-based information on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in relation to pain. Each section has a clear and accessible design to enable quick decision-making, and includes an analysis of the most up-to-date research available. - Provides a single authoritative reference source on CAM for pain for healthcare professionals - Takes a systematic and evidence-based approach - Offers concise information on CAM diagnostic methods and treatments for pain - Summarises clinical trial data on the effectiveness of CAM for specific areas of pain - Alerts readers to areas where CAM may present risks - Weighs the benefits and risks of each CAM treatment in relation to pain - Includes CD-ROM for easy searching of the text
Author: Elsevier Inc
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2014-12-25
Total Pages: 764
ISBN-13: 0323187889
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCompletely revised and rebuilt to correspond to the latest Pharmacy Technician industry standards, Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition includes all the information on pharmacy practice, anatomy and physiology, math calculation, and pharmacology you need to prepare for a successful career as a Pharmacy Technician. This approachable text includes new chapters on Medication Safety and Error Prevention and Communication and Role of the Technician with the Customer/Patient, along with new information on the latest pharmacy laws, HIPAA, USP 797, and much more. With its clear writing, expert insight, and engaging study tools, you will be able to develop a better understanding of the complex pharmaceutical content you need to pass the PTCB examination and succeed on the job. Comprehensive coverage of the most important subject areas taught in pharmacy technician programs provides comprehensive coverage of pharmacy practice, A&P, and pharmacology to prepare you for the PTCE and your future jobs. Technician Scenarios and Technician Scenario Check-up boxes highlight real-world examples. Comprehensive drug tables with pill images and label photos make learning drug information easier. Tech Notes and Tech Alerts offer practical references related to the chapter subject matter. Mini drug monographs provide the drug information you need for the drugs covered in the text. A&P content is included in the Body Systems section to help you build a foundation for how drugs work in the human body. Technician’s Corner boxes include critical thinking exercises applicable to the chapter content. Pharmacist’s Perspective boxes provide insights from the eye of the pharmacist.
Author: Michael H. Cohen
Publisher: JHU Press
Published: 1998-02-02
Total Pages: 294
ISBN-13: 1421400464
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExplores the legal issues that health care providers, institutions, and regulators confront as they contemplate integrating complementary and alternative medicine into mainstream U.S. health care. A third of all Americans use complementary and alternative medicine—including chiropractic, acupuncture, homeopathy, naturopathy, nutritional and herbal treatments, and massage therapy—even when their insurance does not cover it and they have to pay for such treatments themselves. Nearly a third of U.S. medical schools offer courses on complementary and alternative therapies. Congress has created an Office of Alternative Medicine within the National Institutes of Health, and federal and state lawmakers have introduced legislation authorizing widespread use of such therapies. These institutional and legislative developments, argues Michael H. Cohen, express a paradigm shift to a broader, more inclusive vision of health care than conventional medicine admits. Cohen explores the legal issues that health care providers (both conventional and alternative), institutions, and regulators confront as they contemplate integrating complementary and alternative medicine into mainstream U.S. health care. Challenging traditional ways of thinking about health, disease, and the role of law in regulating health, Cohen begins by defining complementary and alternative medicine and then places the regulation of orthodox and alternative health care in historical context. He next examines the legal ramifications of complementary and alternative medicine, including state medical licensing laws, legislative limitations on authorized practice, malpractice liability, food and drug laws, professional disciplinary issues, and third-party reimbursement. The final chapter provides a framework for thinking about the possible evolution of the regulatory structure. This book is the first to set forth the emerging moral and legal authority on which the safe and effective practice of alternative health care can rest. It further suggests how regulatory structures might develop to support a comprehensive, holistic, and balanced approach to health, one that permits integration of orthodox medicine with complementary and alternative medicine, while continuing to protect patients from fraudulent and dangerous treatments.
Author: Sandy Fritz
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2020-02-13
Total Pages: 852
ISBN-13: 032366184X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSuccess in massage therapy begins with a solid foundation in the fundamentals! Mosby's Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage, 7th Edition helps you build the skills you need, from assessing problems and planning treatment to mastering massage techniques and protocols. Hundreds of photographs demonstrate massage techniques step by step, and case studies bring concepts to life. 'How-to' videos on the Evolve companion website show manipulation techniques, body mechanics, positioning and draping, and more. If you want to prepare for licensing and certification exams and succeed in practice, this resource from massage therapy expert Sandy Fritz is your text of choice. - Comprehensive coverage includes all of the fundamentals of therapeutic massage, including massage techniques, equipment and supplies, wellness, working with special populations, and business considerations; it also prepares you for success on licensing and certification exams. - Step-by-step, full-color photographs demonstrate massage techniques and protocols by body area. - Three hours of video on the Evolve website demonstrate techniques and body mechanics — each clip is narrated and performed by author Sandy Fritz — as well as review activities for licensing exams. - Proficiency exercises provide opportunities to practice and apply what you are learning. - Case studies offer practice with clinical reasoning and prepare you to address conditions commonly encountered in professional practice. - Coverage of body mechanics helps you to create an ergonomically effective massage environment and to determine appropriate pressure, drag, and duration application while applying massage methods. - Coverage of multiple charting methods helps you develop record-keeping and documentation skills, including SOAP and computer charting with simulation on Evolve. - Learning features include chapter outlines, objectives, summaries, key terms, practical applications, activities and exercises, and workbook-type practice. - Review tools include matching exercises, short answer questions, fill-in-the-blank questions, drawing exercises, and critical thinking questions, all available on Evolve. - Research Literacy and Evidence-Based Practice chapter includes new research findings and explains how research is done, and how to read and understand it. - Adaptive Massage chapter explains how to address the needs of specific populations, from pregnant women and infants to hospice patients and people with physical impairments. - Massage Career Tracks and Practice Settings chapter covers massage therapy services offered at spas, and looks at the spa as a possible massage career. - In-depth coverage of HIPAA shows how to store records in a HIPAA-compliant manner and explains HIPAA requirements and training. - Foot in the Door boxes outline the professional skills expected by prospective employers. - Updated Basic Pharmacology for the Massage Therapist appendix provides up-to-date information on common medications.
Author: Marc S. Micozzi
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2018-10-08
Total Pages: 784
ISBN-13: 0323510825
DOWNLOAD EBOOK**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Complementary & Integrative Health** Get a solid, global foundation of the therapies and evidence-based clinical applications of CAI. Fundamentals of Complementary, Alternative, and Integrative Medicine, 6th Edition is filled with the most up-to-date information on scientific theory and research of holistic medicine from experts around the world. The 6th edition of this acclaimed text includes all new content on quantum biology and biofields in health and nursing, integrative mental health care, and homeopathic medicine. Its wide range of topics explores therapies most commonly seen in the U.S., such as energy medicine, mind-body therapies, and reflexology along with traditional medicine and practices from around the world. With detailed coverage of historic and contemporary applications, this text is a solid resource for all practitioners in the medical, health, and science fields! - Coverage of CAI therapies and systems includes those most commonly encountered or growing in popularity, so you can carefully evaluate each treatment. - An evidence-based approach focuses on treatments best supported by clinical trials and scientific evidence. - Observations from mechanisms of action to evidence of clinical efficacy answers questions of how, why, and when CAM therapies work. - A unique synthesis of information, including historical usage, cultural and social analysis, current basic science theory and research, and a wide range of clinical investigations and observations, makes this text a focused, authoritative resource. - Global coverage includes discussions of traditional healing arts from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. - Clinical guides for selecting therapies, and new advances for matching the appropriate therapy to the individual patient, enables you to offer and/or recommend individualized patient care. - Expert contributors include well-known writers such as Kevin Ergil, Patch Adams, Joseph Pizzorno, and Marc Micozzi. - A unique history of CAI traces CAM therapies from their beginnings to present day practices. - Suggested readings and references on the companion website list the best resources for further research and study.
Author: Elsevier Inc
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2018-02-02
Total Pages: 587
ISBN-13: 032355024X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis easy-to-use, chapter-by-chapter companion to Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 5th Edition helps you reinforce and master your understanding of key skills and concepts. Each chapter of this combination workbook and lab manual contains a wide variety of review questions, exercises, and experiential lab activities to help reinforce key concepts, encourage students to reflect critically, and relate to practice for success on the job. Combined with the core textbook, this learning package takes you from day one through graduation and certification! - Comprehensive coverage designed to align with the ASHP curriculum and Pharmacy Technician certification exam blueprints - Reinforce Key Concepts sections for review and practice - Reflect Critically sections with realistic scenarios to encourage content assimilation and application - Relate to Practice sections with laboratory exercises to provide hands-on practice to promote multi-dimensional skills mastery - Competency checklists for all procedures to track your progress with textbook procedures. - NEW! Chapters on drug classifications and pharmacy operations management - NEW! Expansion of aseptic technique and sterile compounding - NEW! Additional emphasis on soft skills threaded throughout the pharmacy practice unit - NEW! Additional competency checklists to correlate with procedures throughout pharmacy practice chapters
Author: Elsevier
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Published: 2015-01-08
Total Pages: 497
ISBN-13: 0323292259
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith chapter-by-chapter review and practice, this easy-to-use workbook and lab manual reinforces your understanding of key facts and concepts from Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, 4th Edition. Chapter-specific lab exercises and skill check-off sheets correspond to procedures in the textbook, and a wide variety of review questions (including fill-in-the-blank, matching, true/false, and multiple-choice), exercises, and activities help you study more effectively and learn to apply your knowledge for success on the job. Practice with the most important subject areas taught in pharmacy technician programs prepares you for the PTCE and your future job. Critical thinking exercises help you apply what you’ve learned to real-life situations. Fill-in-the-blank, matching, true/false, and multiple-choice questions reinforce chapter material. UNIQUE! Internet research activities prepare you for research tasks you will encounter on the job. Math calculation exercises help you master this difficult area of pharmacology. NEW! Chapter-specific lab exercises give you applicable laboratory experience and practice. NEW! Skill check-off sheets let you track your progress with textbook procedures.
