Infectious Diseases A Clinical Short Course 4th Edition
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| Author | : Frederick S. Southwick |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 489 |
| Release | : 2020-05-11 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 126014366X |
Master the principles of clinical infectious disease in 30 days or less! A Doody's Core Titles for 2023! Infectious Diseases: A Clinical Short Course, Fourth Edition provides busy physicians, students, nurse practitioners, and PAs with the kind of concise overview they need to understand, diagnose, and treat common infectious diseases safely and effectively. Organized by system/region—as opposed to pathogens—to simulate the ways you encounter common pathogens and disorders in rounds or in practice, this new edition includes key updates and aligns content with information tested on the USMLE Step 2. By indicating the number of days you should spend on each chapter, the author has created a schedule for completion of each lesson. A wide array of tables summarizing the methods of clinical assessment, anti-infective agent doses, and drug toxicities—critical facts that do not require memorization, but need to be referred to when caring for patients—facilitate this condensed learning schedule. Key Points summarize the most important facts you need to know when managing each infection and facilitate board review Guiding Questions kick off each chapter An estimate of the potential severity of each disease provides insight into how quickly you should initiate treatment Case examples highlight real-world clinical application of the content Dozens of color plates depict major pathogens All chapters have been updated to reflect the most current treatment and diagnostic guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society of America
| Author | : Andrej Spec |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 942 |
| Release | : 2019-11-16 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0323568645 |
Perfect for board review or quick reference in clinical practice, Comprehensive Review of Infectious Diseases is a balanced, high-yield resource covering the full range of infectious disease topics. Whether you're preparing for examinations or are looking for a concise resource to support your practice, this unique review contains precisely the information you need – from common infectious diseases concepts and conditions to hundreds of up-to-date review questions and answers for self-assessment and exam preparation. - Covers the most frequently encountered concepts and conditions in infectious diseases. - Covers challenging areas frequently covered on the boards: clinically-relevant microbiology and ID pharmacology, HIV and antiretroviral therapy, infections in immunocompromised hosts, dermatologic manifestations of ID, infection mimics, infection control and prevention, and more. - Includes new and emerging topics such as neglected tropical diseases, bioterrorism, and emerging and re-emerging infections. - Provides more than 550 case-based, board-style multiple-choice questions and answers for test prep and self-assessment. - Facilitates quick review and maximum retention of information by including hundreds of high-quality illustrations, tables, high-yield boxes, and bulleted lists. - Contains practical tips for taking the boards, buzzwords and memory aids for board questions, and clinical and board pearls. - Edited and written by rising stars in the field of infectious diseases – authors who have recently taken the boards and excelled, and who understand the challenges posed by this complex field of study and practice.
| Author | : Davi-Ellen Chabner |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 437 |
| Release | : 2015-10-26 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0323265243 |
Quickly master the basics of medical terminology and begin speaking and writing terms almost immediately! Using Davi-Ellen Chabner's proven learning method, Medical Terminology: A Short Course, 7th Edition omits time-consuming, nonessential information and helps you build a working medical vocabulary of the most frequently encountered prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology to help you understand exactly what they mean, and case studies, vignettes, and activities demonstrate how they're used in practice. With all this plus medical animations, word games, and flash cards on the Evolve companion website, you'll be amazed at how easily medical terminology becomes part of your vocabulary.Self-teaching text/workbook approach reinforces learning every step of the way with labeling diagrams, pronunciation tests, and review sheets throughout the book.Clear, non-technical explanations demystify medical terminology even if you've had little or no background in science or biology."Picture Show" activities, practical case studies, and vignettes demonstrate real-life applications of medical terms in describing describe pathology and procedures.Full-color images illustrate anatomical and pathological terms.""Principal Diagnosis""feature shows how medical terms are used in clinical practice by asking you to read physician notes about a case and determine the patient s principal diagnosis."First Person" narratives help you understand diseases and conditions from the patient s perspective."Spotlight" feature identifies and clarifies potentially confusing terminology. ""Medical Terminology Check Up"" at the end of each chapter reinforces your understanding of key concepts.Labeled illustrations in the Spanish glossary present Spanish terms for major anatomical structures.A tablet-optimized Evolve companion website includes word games, learning exercises, audio pronunciations, animations, an anatomy coloring book, electronic flash cards, and more. NEW andUPDATEDmedical informationkeeps you current with today s healthcare terminology, and includes new illustrations clarifying difficult concepts and procedures. IMPROVED! Evolve resources" "are now optimized for tablet use, and mobile-optimized versions of the flash cards and quick quizzes make it easier for on-the-go study and review. "
| Author | : King K. Holmes |
| Publisher | : World Bank Publications |
| Total Pages | : 1027 |
| Release | : 2017-11-06 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1464805253 |
Infectious diseases are the leading cause of death globally, particularly among children and young adults. The spread of new pathogens and the threat of antimicrobial resistance pose particular challenges in combating these diseases. Major Infectious Diseases identifies feasible, cost-effective packages of interventions and strategies across delivery platforms to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, other sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, malaria, adult febrile illness, viral hepatitis, and neglected tropical diseases. The volume emphasizes the need to effectively address emerging antimicrobial resistance, strengthen health systems, and increase access to care. The attainable goals are to reduce incidence, develop innovative approaches, and optimize existing tools in resource-constrained settings.
| Author | : Richard Coico |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 432 |
| Release | : 2015-01-28 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1118396898 |
Immunology: A Short Course, 7th Edition introduces all the critical topics of modern immunology in a clear and succinct yet comprehensive fashion. The authors offer uniquely-balanced coverage of classical and contemporary approaches and basic and clinical aspects. The strength of Immunology: A Short Course is in providing a complete review of modern immunology without the burden of excessive data or theoretical discussions. Each chapter is divided into short, self-contained units that address key topics, illustrated by uniformly drawn, full-color illustrations and photographs. This new edition of Immunology: A Short Course: • Has been fully revised and updated, with a brand new art program to help reinforce learning • Includes a new chapter on Innate Immunity to reflect the growth in knowledge in this area • Highlights important therapeutic successes resulting from targeted antibody therapies • Includes end of chapter summaries and review questions, a companion website at www.wileyimmunology.com/coico featuring interactive flashcards, USMLE-style interactive MCQs, figures as PowerPoint slides, and case-based material to help understand clinical applications
| Author | : David P Adams |
| Publisher | : Jones & Bartlett Learning |
| Total Pages | : 498 |
| Release | : 2020-03-16 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1284221679 |
Designed to introduce senior undergraduates and graduate students in public health and nursing to the study of infectious disease, Foundations of Infectious Disease: A Public Health Perspective places the study of infectious diseases squarely into its social, historical, and scientific context to demonstrate how it applies to the public and community health setting. Beginning with an introductory chapter that surveys how infectious diseases have impacted human societies over the centuries, this broad descriptive text moves on to examine epidemiological concepts related to infectious disease, from outbreak and epidemic investigations, to study design infectious disease transmission and prevention. Subsequentially, it delves into infectious disease topics of concern to today's public and community health professionals: sexually transmitted infections, foodborne infections, healthcare-acquired infections, and neglected tropical diseases.
| Author | : American Academy of Pediatrics |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 440 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| Genre | : Health & Fitness |
| ISBN | : 9781581102475 |
Based on key content from Red Book: 2006 Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases, 27th Edition, the new Red Bookr Atlas is a useful quick reference tool for the clinical diagnosis and treatment of more than 75 of the most commonly seen pediatric infectious diseases. Includes more than 500 full-color images adjacent to concise diagnostic and treatment guidelines. Essential information on each condition is presented in the precise sequence needed in the clinical setting: Clinical manifestations, Etiology, Epidemiology, Incubation period, Diagnostic tests, Treatment
| Author | : Frederick S. Southwick |
| Publisher | : McGraw Hill Professional |
| Total Pages | : 480 |
| Release | : 2013-10-22 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 007178926X |
LEARN THE PRINCIPLES OF CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN JUST THIRTY DAYS Infectious Diseases: A Clinical Short COURSE is a concise overview of this important field designed to help the busy physician, medical student, nurse practitioner, and physician assistant to understand, diagnose, and treat common infectious diseases. This unique self-instruction book is organized by system/region as opposed to pathogens—simulating how common pathogens and disorders would be encountered in rounds or in practice. By indicating the number of days that should be allotted to the study of each chapter, the author has created a schedule for completion of each lesson. A wide array of tables that summarize the methods of clinical assessment, anti-infective agent doses, and drug toxicities--facts that do not require memorization, but do need to be referred to when caring for patients--facilitate this condensed learning schedule. There is no better resource for learning to associate pathogens with the corresponding impact on patients than Infectious Diseases. FEATURES Key Points summarize the most important facts when managing each infection and facilitate board review Guiding Questions begin each chapter An estimate of the potential severity of each disease gives you a sense of how quickly you should initiate treatment Numerous case examples highlight real-world clinical application of the content Dozens of color plates depict major pathogens All chapters have been updated to reflect the most current treatment and diagnostic guidelines from the Infectious Diseases Society of America NEW! Antibiograms for each major antibiotic class provide a visual depiction of the spectrum of each individual antibiotic; a table listing the most commonly used outpatient antibiotics and their dosing; and much more
| Author | : Walsh Flanagan, Katie |
| Publisher | : Human Kinetics |
| Total Pages | : 544 |
| Release | : 2017-03-06 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1492533505 |
Medical Conditions in the Athlete, Third Edition, equips health care providers with the information they need to develop a framework for decision making when working with injured and recovering athletes and active populations.
| Author | : Erick A. Bourassa |
| Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
| Total Pages | : 256 |
| Release | : 2017-01-06 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781542334945 |
This book covers both the basic pharmacology and clinical pharmacotherapy of infectious diseases. All of the available pharmacotherapies used in the treatment of infectious diseases including antibiotics, antimycobacterials, antifungals, anthelminthics, antiprotozoals, antivirals, and immunizations are included in this text. Inside, you will find: -A thorough description of the mechanism of action, spectrum of coverage, common and serious adverse effects, and mechanisms of resistance to each drug group. -Clinical indications and contraindications of each drug as well as guideline-directed management of common bacterial, fungal, protozoal, helminth, and viral infections. -Tables that summarize the available formulations, brand names, and usual dosage regimens for both adult and pediatric patients, as well as dose-modifications for patients with kidney or liver disease. This book is intended for advanced undergraduate and graduate students taking courses devoted to infectious disease pharmacology ("bugs and drugs" courses), as well as medical/physician assistant students and residents that are training in infectious diseases or internal medicine.
