With the retirement of Helen Cox (author of four previous editions), the baton has been passed to Susan Newfield. Susan and her team remain loyal to the previous books by focusing on the "nursing model" over the "medical model." This edition carries on the great features of the …
Kastner's Chinese Nutrition Therapy is an excellent introduction to Chinese dietetics for both, students and practitioners of Chinese medicine. - I wholeheartedly endorse his book. Nigel Wiseman For millennia, the Chinese have taught that a healthy, appropriate diet is an integr…
Examination of aging from natural process to technological developments that describes the most up-to-date research into extending the human life span.
This brand new title addresses the complex issues faced by primary health care practitioners in treating and managing patients with 'medically unexplained symptoms'. It aims to develop guidelines and principles to help identify patients with medically unexplained symptoms, as th…
"Preface Drug development, aiming at improving people's health, becomes more costly every year. The pharmaceutical industry must join its efforts with government and health professions to seek new, innovative, and cost- effective approaches in the development process. During thi…
This is the first comprehensive systems biology book to focus on its applications in drug discovery and development. Using real-world examples, the book shows how systems biology can be used to enhance pharmaceutical research and drug development. It highlights essential compone…
This book explores the key issues in managing long-term conditions and provides a practical and accessible guide for allied health professionals. It covers background context and policy as well as practical guidance for all aspects of chronic disease.
Annotation All nurses have a duty, via their professional code of conduct, to pass on their knowledge and this book is the ideal companion text for all new and trainee nurse mentors. It provides a unique guide to strategies and ideas to help devise and enhance learning opportuni…
"The Nursing Student's Guide to Clinical Success is the perfect resource for nursing students entering the clinical side of their education. This text helps students better understand their role as a healthcare provider by preparing them for what they will encounter on the clini…
Although somewhat labor intensive, Drug Discrimination (DD) is of enormous applicability to the understanding of drug action. Drug Discrimination: Applications to Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Studies covers the practical applications of drug discrimination studies for medicinal …
Examination of the Newborn: An Evidence Based Guide is a practical and comprehensive guide for practitioners to enable them to undertake physical examination of neonates safely and competently. Incorporating the current UK Screening Committee NIPE Standards and Competencies, thi…
This guide explains why you need superfoods, the science behind them, and how to prepare and enjoy them. From bananas and carrots to oatmeal and salmon, you'll gain a healthy attitude toward eating right. Get the skinny on superfoods -- know the basics of a balanced, nutritional…
