A valuable review for a wide range of laboratory professionals, this book prepares candidates for certification examinations by presenting them with the latest technology and terminology, as well as current test taking formats. Its large number of practice questions, variety of practice modes, and explanations for clarification prepare learner for success on examinations. Comprehensive coverage of laboratory medicine includes clinical chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis and body fluids, molecular diagnostics, laboratory calculations, general laboratory principles and safety, laboratory management, education, and computers and laboratory informatics.
Prentice Hall Health 's Question and Answer Review of Massage Therapy,3rd Ed. has been designed and revised according to the guidelines of the National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB) exam, which is administered throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. This review book enables the applicant to review relevant material while becoming familiar with the types of questions given on the exam. Each question has one answer and a brief explanation with references provided at the end of each chapter. The questions are divided into four chapters that cover all areas of therapeutic massage and bodywork and closely correlate in percentage to the NCTMB exam content areas outlined in theNCTMB Candidate Handbook.The content is divided into Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology (27%); Massage Therapy and Bodywork Theory, Assessment, and Practice (41 %); Clinical Pathology and Recognition of Various Conditions (20%); and Professional Standards, Ethics, and Business Practices (12%) for a total of 600 questions. Within these content areas, additional topics relevant to non-Western bodywork and holistic touch-therapy modalities as well as ethics and clinical pathology are included.
This is the drug guide preferred by physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists - and all health care professionals who need accurate, easily accessed information about their patients' medications. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, this handy resource includes important clinical implications for hundreds of drugs, including adverse reactions, interactions and side effects.
Designed to help readers prepare for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, this comprehensive--yet concise--subject-by-subject question-based review book includes 1,280 questions along with answers, detailed explanations, subspecialty lists, case studies, and reference citations. Includes radiographs, line drawings, and pathology photos. Anatomy and Physiology. Head and Neck Anatomy. Biomaterials. Provision of Dental Hygiene Care. Periodontics. Community Dental Health. Dental Morphology and Occlusion. Radiology. Oral Histology and Embryology. Microbiology. Oral Microbiology. Nutrition. General Pathology. Oral Pathology. Pharmacology. Research and Statistics. Case Studies. For Dental Hygiene professionals preparing for licensure or relicensure, or who want a basic review of topics to stay current.
A valuable review for a wide range of laboratory professionals, this book prepares candidates for certification examinations by presenting them with the latest technology and terminology, as well as current test taking formats. Its large number of practice questions, variety of practice modes, and explanations for clarification prepare learner for success on examinations. Comprehensive coverage of laboratory medicine includes clinical chemistry, hematology, hemostasis, immunology, immunohematology, microbiology, urinalysis and body fluids, molecular diagnostics, laboratory calculations, general laboratory principles and safety, laboratory management, education, and computers and laboratory informatics.
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-- Covers the major divisions of the medical technology (clinical laboratory science) certification examinations: hematology; immunology; immunohematology; microbiology; clinical chemistry; body fluids; and education and management-- Problem-solving section for each chapter-- A study guide for use during and after training-- Includes over 1,500 multiple-choice questions that allow the student to identify strengths, weaknesses, and gaps in knowledge base-- 50 color plates -- twice as many as the 1st edition!-- Provides rationales for both correct and incorrect answers; correct answer and rationale appear on the same page as the question; and each question is followed by a test item classification-- Final examination to test retention-- A disk with a computerized mock certification examination with color images-- New section on laboratory mathematics
LABORATORY MANAGEMENT: "Principles & Processes" Denise M. Harmening, Ph.D. MT(ASCP), CLS (NCA) Elizabeth A. Zeibig, MA, MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA) Redefining the standard for laboratory management, Denise Harmening, along with 16 contributors, provides insight and guidance into the principles of laboratory operations. Key features include chapter opener case studies, study guide questions, educational objectives, and key terms. Appropriate whether you are a student or an experienced manager, using this text for teaching or as a reference, "Laboratory Management "contains thorough coverage of: Managerial problem solving and decision making Leadership styles Human resource guidelines and regulations Performance evaluation and professional development Healthcare reimbursement Budget preparation and justification Compliance issues: CLIA, OSHA, CAP/JCAHO Marketing concepts Internet references
Getting the right diagnosis is a key aspect of health care - it provides an explanation of a patient's health problem and informs subsequent health care decisions. The diagnostic process is a complex, collaborative activity that involves clinical reasoning and information gathering to determine a patient's health problem. According to Improving Diagnosis in Health Care, diagnostic errors-inaccurate or delayed diagnoses-persist throughout all settings of care and continue to harm an unacceptable number of patients. It is likely that most people will experience at least one diagnostic error in their lifetime, sometimes with devastating consequences. Diagnostic errors may cause harm to patients by preventing or delaying appropriate treatment, providing unnecessary or harmful treatment, or resulting in psychological or financial repercussions. The committee concluded that improving the diagnostic process is not only possible, but also represents a moral, professional, and public health imperative. Improving Diagnosis in Health Care, a continuation of the landmark Institute of Medicine reports To Err Is Human (2000) and Crossing the Quality Chasm (2001), finds that diagnosis-and, in particular, the occurrence of diagnostic errorsâ€"has been largely unappreciated in efforts to improve the quality and safety of health care. Without a dedicated focus on improving diagnosis, diagnostic errors will likely worsen as the delivery of health care and the diagnostic process continue to increase in complexity. Just as the diagnostic process is a collaborative activity, improving diagnosis will require collaboration and a widespread commitment to change among health care professionals, health care organizations, patients and their families, researchers, and policy makers. The recommendations of Improving Diagnosis in Health Care contribute to the growing momentum for change in this crucial area of health care quality and safety.
