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CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment Emergency Medicine, Seventh Editionby C. Keith Stone; Roger Humphries
McGraw-Hill Companies,Inc. 2011; US$ 80.00An easy-to-use guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and managemenet of the full range of clinical conditions seen in emergency medicine This updated edition in the trusted CURRENT series is valuable to anyone practicing in an emergency department or acute-care setting. It emphasizes immediate management of life threatening problems, then covers the evaluation and treatment of specific disorders. Authoritative, easy-access coverage for Emergency Department clinicians who needs answers NOW: Priority-based and problem-oriented organization encompasses all aspects of emergency medicine, including common emergencies, trauma, neonatal and pediatric emergencies; Extensive at-a-glance algorithms facilitate quick management and diagnosis; Comprehensive... more...
Pals (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Reviewby Guy H. Haskell
McGraw-Hill 2007; US$ 26.95Updated to meet the 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines, this rapid-fire question-and-answer book is required reading for anyone preparing for PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification or recertification. more...
Existential Art Therapyby Bruce L. Moon
Charles C Thomas 2009; US$ 47.95A classic in art therapy literature since its introduction nearly two decades ago, this book is an expression of the authors desire to link the practice of art psychotherapy to the core issues of life as presented in existentialism. The inclusion of existential in this books title denotes an interest in human struggle with issues of life in the face of death. The Canvas Mirror is the story of connectionsthe authors connections with his patients, their connections with each other, and, ultimately, the authors connections with the reader. We are provided in this book with a philosophy of how to be rather than a manual of what to do. The author shows us that it is possible to speak in plain language about the difficulties... more...
Dance/Movement Therapists in Actionby Robyn F. Cruz; Cynthia F. Berrol
Charles C Thomas 2004; US$ 42.95The goal of this text is to present a spectrum of research alternatives that can inform clinical practice, inspire the clinician, and guide scholarly dance/ movement therapy (DMT) research. It highlights two basic research frameworksquantitative (objective) and qualitative (interpretative)including their underlying philosophic and theoretical tenets. The chapter selections are based on traditional and interpretive methods regarding research considerations. Major sections include creative alternatives and options, artistic inquiry, single-subject designs, case study, applying anthropological methods, postpositivist inquiry, issues of reliability and validity, interviews, observations, and content analysis. Many examples from DMT... more...
Hypnosis and Hypnotherapyby Deirdre Barrett
ABC-CLIO 2010; US$ 105.00Examines the history, classic, current and emerging research on hypnosis, as well as its uses for physical and mental health. more...
Artistic Inquiry in Dance/Movement Therapyby Lenore Wadswort Hervey
Charles C Thomas 2000; US$ 29.95This book offers a compelling research alternative for dance/movement (and other creative arts) therapists who recognize how valuable artistic ways of knowing are to the theory and practice of their profession. It encourages participation in a mode of inquiry that invites fully authentic engagement, inspires excitement about discovery, and builds confidence in abilities to contribute to the professional body of research literature. Artistic inquiry is defined as research that: (1) uses artistic methods of gathering, analyzing, and/or presenting data; (2) engages in and acknowledges a creative process; and (3) is motivated and determined by the aesthetic values of the researcher(s). These three defining characteristics are theoretically and... more...
The Fundamentals of Imaging Physics and Radiobiologyby Joseph Selman
Charles C Thomas 2000; US$ 67.95Like its well-known predecessor, this new and expanded Ninth Edition presents numerous important changes, beginning with the title and continuing throughout the text. Drawing on current knowledge and his own extensive experience, Dr. Selman provides a thorough revision and overview of each previously included chapter. Definitions, foundations, and principles are presented along with changes in methods and procedures. The text presents five new chapters on computed tomography, radioactivity and diagnostic nuclear medicine, radiobiology, protection in radiology/health physics, and nonradiologic imaging. In addition, basic computer science, mammography, digital imaging, and the basic science of radiobiology are thoroughly discussed. This text... more...
Effective Documentation for Physical Therapy Professionals, Second Editionby Eric Shamus; Debra Stern
McGraw-Hill Companies,Inc. 2011; US$ 55.00A comprehensive textbook covering every aspect of the documentation process required in physical therapy practice Effective Documentation for Physical Therapy Professionals gives physical therapy students a solid understanding of the professional guidelines, codes, and methodology needed to provide expert documentation within their field. Filled with sample forms and documentation content, the book covers all major aspects of the subject, including reimbursement and billing, coding, legalities, PT and PTA communication, and quality assurance. Features Incorporates current APTA terminology and all pertinent professional association regulations Includes numerous sample forms and documents Contains a wealth of examples... more...
Scapegoatsby Tom Douglas
Routledge 1995; US$ 59.95Directly responds to the Diploma in Social Work's call for anti-discriminatory texts. Examines scapegoating, its history, and distinctions betweeen rational and irrational forms of this behaviour. more...
Bathing - the Body and Community Careby Julia Twigg
Routledge 2000; US$ 55.95This book examines the work of a major employment group within the health and welfare field. It relates to debates on the body and issues associated with disability, personal space and autonomy and the power of dynamics of care. more...