Management and Administration for the OTA
This comprehensive resource is designed to equip occupational therapy assistant (OTA) students and new practitioners with the essential knowledge required for effective skills in management, administration, and leadership.Using the American Occupational Therapy Association's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process 4th edition (OTPF-4) and aligned to the latest Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTA) Standards, this second edition provides invaluable guidance around the key areas, including: How changes in policy can impact upon the practice of occupational therapy The importance of leadership and advocacy for being an agent of change National requirements for credentialing and for licensure, certification or registration under state laws. Reimbursement systems The role of the OTA in promoting the distinct value of occupational therapy to the public, as well as other professionals, service providers, consumers, third-party payers, and regulatory bodies Documentation and quality improvement to ensure the OTA provides the highest quality of service The relationship between the OTA, the occupational therapist, and nonprofessional personnel The role, criteria, and components of the OTA in fieldwork education Communication skills, particularly in relation to the concept of health literacy and how it can be used to better understand a client and their context How the OTA can maintain high standards of responsible, ethical practice The role of scholarship and scholarly practice in assisting the OTA to articulate the distinct value of the profession Including practical applications, case studies, and real-world examples throughout, and therefore encouraging the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that OTA's need in the role, this second edition also includes new chapters on Cultural Humility, Emerging and Innovative Practice, and Quality Improvement. Each chapter showcases the unique insights from a range of clinicians, academicians, administrators, and managers, all ground in the latest evidence-based literature, research, theories, and best-practice in occupational therapy.Comprehensive and user-friendly, Management and Administration for the OTA is an essential text for any student or new practitioner.Accompanying podcasts are also available as Support Material via www.routledge.com/9781638221494
Living with ALS
At any one time, at least 30,000 people in the U.S. are living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a rapidly progressive, fatal neurological disease affecting individuals, caregivers, at-risk genetic carriers, and others. In 2022, Congress directed the National Institutes of Health to commission a National Academies committee of experts to recommend key actions public, private, and nonprofit sectors should take to make ALS a livable disease within the next 10 years. The resulting report, Living with ALS, focuses on an integrated ALS multidisciplinary care and research system to help facilitate earlier diagnosis and connections to specialty care.
The Dmso Natural Treatment Against Chronic Pain and Inflammation
The DMSO Natural Treatment Against Chronic Pain and Inflammation"Discover a groundbreaking approach to pain relief and wellness with The DMSO Natural Treatment Against Chronic Pain and Inflammation. This comprehensive guide introduces Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO), a powerful natural remedy celebrated for its unique anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. Known for its versatility and ability to promote healing, DMSO is becoming a vital part of natural medicine for those seeking an alternative to pharmaceuticals.In this book, you'll find: An In-Depth Look at DMSO: Understand the science behind DMSO, how it works in the body, and why it has become a go-to solution for relieving chronic pain, reducing inflammation, and supporting cellular healing.How to Use DMSO Safely and Effectively: Learn the best practices for applying DMSO, including dosage, concentration, and application methods tailored to specific conditions, such as arthritis, joint pain, muscle injuries, and nerve pain.Case Studies and Success Stories: Be inspired by real-life accounts of individuals who have experienced relief and improved quality of life through DMSO treatments, overcoming chronic pain and regaining mobility.Practical Tips and Precautions: Get practical advice on using DMSO safely and effectively, including tips on combining it with other natural therapies for enhanced results.With clear, practical guidance, The DMSO Natural Treatment Against Chronic Pain and Inflammation empowers you to harness the power of this remarkable natural compound. Ideal for those seeking a non-toxic, natural approach to pain management, this book is your essential guide to DMSO's benefits, uses, and transformative potential. Discover how DMSO can be a game-changer in managing pain and supporting your health journey!
Children - Assessment of Needs
Are you worried about your child's difficulties in making friends, attending school, or managing sensory sensitivities?"Children - Assessment of Needs" offers practical guidance and simple toolkits to help parents support children facing various developmental and behavioural challenges. This self-help book, created with insights from paediatric occupational therapists, special educators, and teachers, empowers parents to assist their children with motor coordination, social skills, sensory sensitivities, and more. It includes an easy-to-use assessment questionnaire and engaging activities designed to improve areas such as self-esteem, confidence, organization, and sensory processing. **Key Focus Areas: **Gross and fine motor coordinationLearning and handwriting improvementSensory issues (auditory, tactile, gustatory, proprioceptive)Anxiety, behaviour, and confidence-buildingStrategies for fussy eaters, dyspraxia, and educational concernsWith this book, parents can become more self-sufficient in understanding and supporting their child's unique needs, making each step towards improvement both effective and enjoyable.
Venous Thromboembolism
A high-yield guide for interventional radiologists on venous thromboembolic diseaseEpidemiological analyses estimate venous thromboembolism (VTE) impacts as many as 600,000 individuals annually in the United States, and it is the leading preventable cause of in-hospital mortality. Diagnosing VTE based on clinical symptoms is generally unreliable due to nonspecific signs, while patient management is influenced by thrombosis severity, location, and underlying risk factors. Venous Thromboembolism: A Practical Guide in Interventional Radiology by renowned radiologists Jeffrey Weinstein, Jeet Minocha, and Joshua D. Dowell focuses on helping clinicians improve VTE diagnosis, decision-making, and procedural outcomes.The first chapter covers interventional radiology basics that lay the groundwork for effective management of patients with VTE, including pathogenesis, patient diagnosis, and medical therapies. Chapters 2 and 3 discuss pharmacologic treatment and imaging of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary emboli (PE), respectively. Chapters 4 to 9 provide practical guidance on patient selection and workup, basic and complex interventional techniques, and management of potential complications for a variety of pathologies and interventions. The final chapter presents a Q&A and VTE-related safety issues.Key features: An authoritative review of VTE by a curated collection of experts in the fieldA reader-friendly primer on the evaluation and management of DVT, PE, and intracardiac thrombus based on evidence-based practicesPractical guidance on deployment and retrieval of inferior vena cava (IVC) filtersThis resource is essential reading for interventional radiology residents and fellows, as well as early-career clinicians who are intricately involved in the management of patients with deep venous disease.This print book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https: //medone.thieme.com.Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.
Foundations of Pediatric Practice for the Occupational Therapy Assistant
This best-selling text provides an essential introduction to the theoretical foundations to clinical pediatric care within occupational therapy, as well as illustrative guidance to inform its practical application for occupational therapy assistants.This new edition has been thoroughly updated to include new chapters on autism and trauma responsive care, and with a greater overall emphasis on occupational performance and participation. The book aligns with the fourth edition of the OT Practice Framework, as well as the AOTA 2020 Code of Ethics. Written in a succinct and straightforward style throughout, each chapter features brief vignettes drawn on the authors' own clinical experiences, case studies, and reflective activities designed to elicit discussion and exploration into the unique world of pediatric occupational therapy theory and practice. This edition also includes a new feature, 'In My Words', charting the experiences of caregivers and children themselves.Including chapters from some of the leading practitioners in the field, and featuring color photos throughout, this will be a key resource for any occupational therapy assistant student or practitioner working with children and their caregivers.
Fundamentals of Body MRI
Effectively perform and interpret MR body imaging with this concise, highly illustrated resource! Fundamentals of Body MRI, 3rd Edition, covers the essential concepts residents, fellows, and practitioners need to know, laying a solid foundation for understanding the basics and making accurate diagnoses. This easy-to-use title covers all common body MR imaging indications and conditions, while providing new content on body MRI emergencies, physics, and noninterpretive skills with an emphasis on quality and safety.Covers all common body MR imaging content, along with discussion of how physics, techniques, hardware, and artifacts affect results-all summarized in an easy-to-read format with practical applications throughoutFeatures more than 1,600 detailed MRI images and 100 algorithms and diagrams that highlight key findings and help you grasp visual nuances of images you're likely to encounterContains extensively revised content on liver lesions, including new coverage on LI-RADS system, and new safety tips and guidelines that keep you up to dateIncludes new information on MR defecography and advances in rectal cancer staging and post-treatment imaging, including new content on inflammatory bowel diseaseAn eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging
Prepare for success on the ARRT exam and in clinical practice! Essentials of Radiographic Physics and Imaging, 4th Edition, follows the ASRT recommended curriculum and focuses on what you need to understand to safely and competently produce high-quality radiographic images. This comprehensive text gives you a foundational understanding of basic physics principles such as atomic structure, electricity and magnetism, and electromagnetic radiation. It then covers imaging principles, radiation production and characteristics, digital image quality, imaging equipment, digital image acquisition and display, image analysis, and more, linking physics to the daily practice of radiographers. New to this edition is updated information on radiation classifications, a shift in focus to SI units, and coverage of the latest advances in digital imaging.UPDATED! Content features a shifted focus to SI units, current information on radiation and classifications, and coverage of the latest advances in digital imaging.UPDATED! The newest ARRT and ASRT standards are incorporated throughout to help you prepare for certification exams.UPDATED! ARRT guidelines are reflected throughout, including the most up-to-date shielding guidelines.End-of-chapter review questions allow you to strengthen and assess your understanding of key concepts.End-of-chapter Questions to Ponder challenge you to apply your knowledge and critical thinking skills.Points to Remember box in each chapter helps highlight the most critical aspects of the material presented.Coverage of radiation protection in callout boxes helps you understand the core principles of ethical obligations to minimize radiation dosages, shielding, time, and distance; how to limit the field of exposure and what that does to minimize dose; and technical factors and how they represent the quantity and quality of radiation.More than 400 line drawings visually reinforce important concepts.Strong pedagogy, including chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, and summaries, helps you organize information and ensure that you understand what is most important in every chapter.Practical approach emphasizes the information you need most for course, ARRT exam, and career success.Numerous critique exercises teach you how to evaluate the quality of radiographic images and determine which factors produce poor images.
Atomic Habits
Your Ultimate Companion for Atomic Habits by James Clear! Whether you've just finished reading Atomic Habits and want to ensure you fully apply its powerful concepts to build lasting, positive habits-or you read it a while back and need a refresher without re-reading the entire book-this workbook is here to help. Maybe you haven't read the book yet, but you're eager to jump straight into the practical side of habit-building. This workbook is designed to make sure you don't miss anything important. Look no further! Carefully crafted to help you get the most out of Clear's teachings, this workbook serves as the perfect standalone guide or companion to Atomic Habits. It's ideal for improving any area of life-be it personal health, relationships, finances, or overall growth. With this guide, you can jump straight into action and start making real, lasting changes today. Atomic Habits has captivated millions, selling over 10 million copies globally, thanks to its practical approach to transforming behavior. Clear provides effective tools to help you break bad habits and develop new, healthy ones. But, like any self-help journey, real change happens when you put the ideas into practice-and this workbook is here to guide you. Inside This Atomic Habits Workbook, You'll Find: Concise Chapter Summaries with key takeaways from each chapter. In-depth Chapter Analysis with examples and practical tips for each idea. Over 25 Interactive Activities designed to help you implement Clear's ideas and take action. Latest Behavioral Science Research to provide insight into habit formation and human nature. Thought-Provoking Questions and behavior enhancement tips. Highlighted References from the main book for easy lookup. Reflective Questions to encourage deep thinking. A Resource for Lifeto revisit anytime. Buying this workbook is a "one-time action" that will set you on a path toward better habits (you'll learn about this concept in Chapter 14). With small, atomic steps, real change is within reach. To reinforce your growth, consider getting two copies-one to start and a second to review your progress after 100 days or so. Click Add to Basket to start improving your habits today. You won't regret it!
Stein's Research in Occupational Therapy, 7th Edition
The seventh edition of this best-selling text continues to provide occupational therapy students and researchers with expert guidance on conducting research, from the formulation of a research hypothesis to collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.Now updated in line with the latest ACOTE Standards, the new edition has been thoroughly revised. Of note is a new chapter on the capstone project and the integration of the hierarchical Research Pyramid to enhance the book's usability for researchers, instructors, and students. It also features a new chapter focused on using research literature to inform clinical reasoning, highlighting the benefits of scoping reviews, systemic reviews, meta analyses and meta synthesis, as well as updated tests and evaluations which can be used as outcome instruments. There are also further contemporary examples of both quantitative and qualitative research, additions to the glossary of terms and statistics, and updated references throughout.Offering insightful guidance on conducting research from start to finish, this invaluable resource will be essential reading for any occupational therapy student or researcher.
Sonography of the Infant's Hip
This textbook, offers a quick and easy introduction to the fundamentals of hip sonography as standardised screening tool for detecting developmental dysplasia and dislocation of the hip (DDH), thus allowing for early treatment in the neonatal period. An evidence based treatment algorithm, as well as tips and tricks for both the novice and the expert user, offer additional insight into common mistakes and technical difficulties. Prof Graf, the founder of hip sonography, has, together with other leading experts in this field, compiled everything you need to know about hip sonography, into this comprehensive, well illustrated textbook. Main features are: Checklists for reporting Summaries for swift revision Practice section with real life examples and ultrasound pictures A complete syllabus for hip ultrasound courses Illustrations for baby positioning and scanning technique Ultrasound based treatment guidelines for DDH This textbook will be an invaluable reading for paediatric orthopaedic surgeons, paediatricians, physiotherapists, radiologists and sonographers and anyone involved in DDH care.
Gua sha
Introducing a fresh, game-changing approach to treating people with Gua sha on the face and body for practitioners and aspiring practitioners in health, wellness, and beauty. Based on the natural science of Chinese medicine and informed by current scientific research and over twenty years of practical experience, Clive Witham unlocks the secrets to treating others.As director of the Komorebi Institute and creator of Ecology in Motion, he is a pioneer in Gua sha and has published 6 popular books, including Facial Gua sha, Holographic Gua sha, and Self-Healing with Chinese Medicine. In this more technical work, with over 200 references to historical Chinese medicine and Western scientific studies, he systematically reveals his ground-breaking natural approach to Gua sha and how to apply it.- Identify the universal key features of all Gua sha treatments on the face and body, which can transform your understanding and enable you to give safe, effective treatments with the results you need .- Learn the practical procedures, tools, skills, and techniques required for professional treatments by health, wellness, or beauty practitioners, such as acupuncturists, manual therapists, estheticians, or massage professionals, but also for informal home care, simply consisting of treating friends and family.- Understand Gua sha through historical Chinese medicine sources and modern Western science to help you base your treatments on solid, natural foundations.- Discover a unique integrated way of approaching Gua sha using the accessible language of the natural world and systematically explore 11 focus areas around the body: head, face, neck, shoulders, arms, hands, chest, abdomen, back, legs, and feet.- Examine 21 common reasons to treat, with clear practical strategies based on modern Gua sha research and extensive experience, including: Aging featuresPain and discomfortColds and fluHeadachesDepression & anxietyFatigueDigestionNasal ProblemsInsomniaCoughs & breathing problemsHeatstroke & feversCold hands and feetDigestive disordersMenstrual discomfortWith this straightforward, practical approach of looking to the past to inform the present, EIM Gua sha effectively equips you to treat people with Gua sha in any modern situation in the twenty-first century.
Atlas of Palpation
This atlas with over 250 illustrations and videos is a modern basic work on palpation for physiotherapists. Members of the medical-therapeutic sector face the daily challenge of having to transfer theoretical knowledge into practice. The Atlas of Palpation addresses this process through its multimedia design. Evidence-based technical texts, the most modern illustrations and practical teaching videos illustrating structures and examination procedures address both students and therapists working in practice. All the essential structures of the body are shown in three-dimensional perspective, so that a basic understanding of interrelationships and movement patterns is conveyed. The palpation grips are explained in an understandable way and described in a comprehensible way. The instructional videos were specially made by the authors and the latest technical equipment in terms of camera, lighting elements and sound ensures the highest possible quality. The book is clearly divided into different body systems, which include bony, articular, ligamentous, muscular, nervous, and vascular system. A clear subdivision into subheadings makes it possible to quickly find the desired content. The multimedia approach of this book represents a unique selling point in the medical-therapeutic sector in the field of palpation. This new type of "living" book opens up completely new perspectives for readers when using it. Trainees and students will find here an optimal introduction for professional palpation; for already experienced physiotherapists it is an ideal reference book for tricky questions. Download the SN More Media app for free, scan a link with play button and access directly on your smartphone or tablet.
Surgery Made Simple
Surgery Made Simple is a straightforward guide designed to help you grasp the basics of general surgery with ease. This book covers 200 common surgical diseases in a concise and uncomplicated manner. Specifically crafted for medical students and junior doctors, it serves as a quick note to aid your understanding of fundamental concepts before you dive into more comprehensive references.The aim of Surgery Made Simple is to provide a brief overview of surgical diseases, allowing you to save time and grasp the essentials more clearly. This book is not intended to be an exhaustive reference, but rather a helpful tool you can turn to for an initial understanding before exploring detailed texts.If you're looking for a way to simplify your learning journey in the medical field, Surgery Made Simple will be a valuable companion. We hope you find the support you need in this book to build a strong foundation in general surgery and confidently progress to more in-depth resources.
Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine Tea
Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine Tea: Unlocking the Untold Secrets of Healing Plants for Every Ailment Why You'll Love This Book: Herbal Synergies: Offering hope and comfort to families facing health challenges, this book reveals how to combine herbs for maximum healing potential. Simple, Powerful Ingredients: Discover how everyday ingredients like coconut root, garlic, ginger, and more can effectively treat conditions like diabetes, fever, kidney stones, hypertension, severe cough, and even enhance men's natural sexual desire. Easy Home Remedies: Find practical, easy-to-make remedies using ingredients already in your kitchen to address common health issues. Whether new to natural health or a seasoned practitioner, this book is an essential guide. It's more than just a reference; it's a trusted companion for embracing a healthier, more natural lifestyle. Get your copy of the Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine Tea and embark on your journey to natural wellness today!
Aze Shiatsu Volume 1
Shiatsu, by the hands of the professional therapist, accesses structural imbalances and allows the body to activate its own self-healing mechanisms which it has since birth.Today, its effectiveness is recognized, not only in Europe and the United States but is also becoming widely-known to be the perfect alternative to medicine as we know it today.Shigeru Onoda, a graduate of Japan Shiatsu College in Tokyo, shows us very simply, the AZE Shiatsu method developed as a result of his experience since 1984 with thousands of patients in Spain.Illustrated with more than 500 images so the student can understand correctly; it introduces us in a practical and enjoyable way to the learning of Shiatsu Therapy.It is a very complete manual, including prone and supine position therapy. Both for the beginner starting out, as well as for those at the most professional level.
Workbook for Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions
Reinforce your understanding of disease processes with this practical workbook! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in the Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions, 8th Edition textbook, this workbook provides hands-on review and practice with anatomy labeling activities, review questions, vocabulary exercises, scenarios for patient screening and teaching, and more. This complete review will prepare you for success on classroom and certification exams, and help you apply your knowledge to the clinical setting.NEW! Updated content in the workbook reflects the updates to the Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions, 8th Edition textbookCorrelation with CAAHEP Medical Assisting educational competencies aligns the workbook to the newly revised accreditation standardsReview questions include multiple-choice questions to help you prepare for classroom and certification exams, and short-answer and fill-in-the-blank questions to test your comprehension and foster critical thinkingLabeling exercises reinforce your knowledge of anatomical structures and disease processesPatient Screening exercises provide practice with responding to telephone calls to the medical officePatient Teaching exercises help you develop skills in patient education and instructionExercises with word definitions and glossary terms provide a review of medical terminology and strengthen your vocabulary
Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions
Enhance your patient care with this concise, comprehensive guide to diseases and medical conditions! Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions, 8th Edition provides a basic knowledge of hundreds of diseases and disorders commonly seen in healthcare settings. Easy-to-understand, easy-to-use information traces the progression of each disease by body system, from signs and symptoms to diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and patient education. This edition adds new content on respiratory diseases like SARS-CoV-2, the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities, and new drug treatments. From noted Medical Assisting educator Tracie Fuqua, this practical textbook and handbook prepares you for success in the classroom, on board exams, and as a medical assistant or health professional.NEW! Content alignment with the 2022 revised competencies for Medical Assisting Education set forth by CAAHEPNEW section on supportive care expands the discussion of topics such as home health, palliative, emotional and family guidance, and hospice, for conditions for which there are no curesNEW content includes the latest diagnostic measures and treatment modalities, as well as updates on common and new drug treatmentsNEW content on respiratory diseases and conditions includes SARS-CoV-2 and its variantsNEW! Multiple-choice quiz questions at the end of each chapter provide practice for classroom and board examsMore than 500 high-quality medical illustrations and clinical photos (many are new or updated) clarify difficult concepts and depict medical conditionsConcise, consistent monograph-style presentation features body-system chapters that discuss each disease and its description, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, prevention, and patient teachingCritical thinking and real-life application is promoted through Challenge scenarios with questions, Critical Thinking Exercises, and Enrichment boxesAlert! boxes provide clinical tips, including safety precautions and best practicesICD-10 codes with each disease provide practice in identifying the appropriate insurance codesLearning features in each chapter simplify your study with a chapter outline, learning objectives, and key termsLearning resources on the Evolve website include multiple-choice and critical thinking questionsStudent workbook includes a wealth of review exercises and practice activities to reinforce your understanding of important concepts from the text. Available separately
Health Services
This new edition of Health Services: Policy and Systems for the Therapists provides a comprehensive introduction to the structure and organization of the U.S. health care system, and the application of private and government insurance programs across a range of clinical practice areas.The book provides an essential introduction to the latest policy developments, exploring issues such as access, cost, quality, licensure, informed consent, and medical liability. The book provides, too, detailed guidance on practical issues, including communication with managed care organizations and government claims reviewers, compliance and fraud/abuse prevention, and the completion of key documentation. This new edition has also been updated not only with the latest policy changes, but with new material on population health, value-based health care, and telehealth. This is the ideal text to enable both students and practitioners across allied health disciplines to feel confident and assured working within the U.S. health care system.
Applications of Three-Dimensional Imaging for Craniofacial Region
The book provides sound knowledge of 3D imaging of dentofacial craniofacial region. It guides the students and faculty for understanding the dentofacial craniofacial region in depth. It incorporates the latest techniques, frameworks and technologies in the imaging area of oral health. The book emphasizes on the dentofacial and craniofacial region and thus fills the gap in the medical imaging literature. The development in this book is not only on the imaging techniques but also emphasis will be on the three-dimensional (3D) frameworks to deal the patients for their diagnosis and treatment planning. The chapters of this book are designed in such a way that the readers may get the complete package of the exploration of the imaging clinical applications of craniofacial areas. This book will be helpful not only for the students and faculty but also for the researchers working in the relevant areas.This book will provide easy, simple way but the most authentic material to learn the craniofacial region imaging. In this manual we will incorporates authentic, internationally accepted terms and definition. To make it interesting and simple, our approach is to incorporate the material in systematic manner in a simple and easy way by incorporating maximum illustrations and flowcharts. This book provides sound knowledge of various advanced technologies for dentist imaging. This book will highlights the importance and explore the current research in the dentofacial and craniofacial areas.
Scars & Stains
Airway. Breathing. Circulation. Disability. Exposure.Perhaps the five most misunderstood words in life support.Join anaesthetics and intensive care doctor, and award-winning writer Dr Mark ZY Tan, as he lays bare the clinical, ethical, and moral dilemmas facing intensive care professionals in today's complex world. Scars and Stains takes readers into the world of intensive care, where split-second decisions and precise skills can forever impact the lives of patients and their families. It is a journey that crosses continents, communities, and cultures - from the slums of Thailand and jungles of Papua New Guinea to the wealthiest districts of London and largest hospitals in the UK. Caring for some of the most unwell patients, with the help of high-tech machinery, and often in emotionally volatile situations, Mark provides moving - and often eye-opening - insights into this fascinating frontier of medicine. He brings together the science underpinning this high-stakes specialty with the humanity required to navigate life and death decisions.Written for anyone interested in the reality of life on the frontline, the book challenges preconceived notions of the ICU, sheds light on the often-misunderstood realities faced by patients, their loved ones, and healthcare professionals in the most challenging of environments, and guides readers in considering their own preferences and priorities when faced with life-limiting illnesses.Foreword by Matt Morgan, author of Critical (2020) and One Medicine (2023)About the AuthorMark ZY Tan is an intensive care doctor based in Manchester. He has won 1st and 3rd prizes for the Doctors for the NHS essay competitions (2023 and 2021, respectively), 1st and joint 2nd prize for the Society of Medical Writers' non-fiction competition in 2022, and 2nd prize for the Health Education England essay competition 2021.
Theoretical Basis of Occupational Therapy
The fourth edition of this popular student-friendly textbook provides a thorough and detailed exploration of the key theoretical approaches that inform occupational therapy in the 21st century. It provides a comprehensive overview of how occupation can be used therapeutically, and of both the determinants and consequences of occupation.
Essentials of Functional MRI
Essentials of Functional MRI is explained from the basic theory underlying magnetic resonance imaging. This includes how it can be used to detect dynamic variations in neural activity to become "functional" MRI, and how fMRI can be used for a variety of applications.
Special Value-Nva: Fund of the Phys Therapy Exam 2e
SPECIAL VALUE-NVA: FUND OF THE PHYS THERAPY EXAM 2E
CPT Professional 2025
CPT(R) 2025 Professional Edition is the definitive American Medical Association (AMA)-authored resource to help health care professionals correctly report and bill medical procedures and services. Health care professionals want accurate reporting of services rendered and reimbursement. Payers want efficient claims processing. Correct reporting and billing of medical procedures and services begins with CPT(R) 2025 Professional Edition. Only the AMA, with the help of physicians and other experts in the health care community, creates and maintains the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT(R)) code set. No other codebook has the accurate, complete official guidelines for the latest and current procedural terminology for procedures and services to help you code and report medical services and procedures properly. The AMA also takes the copyright protection of its content very seriously and is committed to providing the most effective anti-piracy efforts for its authors and readers, such as inclusion of the Amazon Anti Privacy Sticker and nonintrusive light-yellow dots on almost every page to reduce print reproduction in accordance with current copyright rules and laws. Recognizing that racism is a threat to the advancement of health equity and a barrier to appropriate medical care, as well as the power of images in contributing and limiting what bodies physicians, medical professionals, and students learn to see and define as normal and standard, the CPT 2025 Professional Edition will feature 29 diversity-related illustrations to counter a deep-seated, culturally, and systemically biased norm. These diversity-related images continue advancing inclusive and equitable representation of a diverse range of skin tones in our medical educational resources for everyone who uses our codebook in their daily work, practice, and education. FEATURES AND BENEFITS The CPT(R) 2025 Professional Edition codebook covers hundreds of code, guideline and text changes and features: CPT(R) Changes, CPT(R) Assistant, and Clinical Examples in Radiology citations -- provides cross-referenced information to popular AMA resources that can enhance your understanding of the CPT code set. A comprehensive index -- locate codes related to a specific procedure, service, anatomic site, condition, synonym, eponym or abbreviation quickly. Anatomical and procedural illustrations -- help improve coding accuracy and understanding of the anatomy and services/procedures discussed. Overall codebook table of contents --enable a quick search of the entire codebook's content for quick access. Section table of contents -- provide a useful tool to navigate effectively and quickly through each section's codes. Complete list of the additions, deletions and revisionsfor codes and code descriptors -- provide a summary and quick reference of the 2025 changes in the codes without having to compare editions. Multiple appendices -- offer additional information for modifiers; add-on codes; images of vascular families; re-sequenced codes, MAAAs and PLA services, digital medicine-services taxonomy; guidance for classifying various AI applications of AI for medical services and procedures; and all audio-only telemedicine CPT codes. Comprehensive E/M code selection tables -- aid physicians and coders in assigning the most appropriate evaluation and management codes. Notes pages at the end of every code set section and subsection.
Qigong Massage
Qigong Massage, one of the oldest methods of healing, is built upon five thousand years of progress and a highly refined, solid theoretical foundation. Used to improve health, slow down aging, and treat many types of illnesses, Qigong massage is a wide and deep healing science, and the root of many other popular forms of massage therapy. This comprehensive text by world renowned Qigong scholar, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, presents the fundamental techniques and theory of Qigong massage that therapists can use to enhance their skills, and deepen their knowledge and application of Qi (energetic) healing. Not only for therapists! Novices will find the instruction and techniques in this book practical and useful for recovering from fatigue, aches and pains, tension and more. A special section on Self-Massage is presented to help those in need of massage treatment benefits, but who lack a partner or therapist. With over five hundred photographs and illustrations in this book, Dr. Yang will be your guide into the art and science of Chinese Qigong Massage.
Stem Cells for Torn ACL
It's time to embark on a groundbreaking journey to the future of healthcare. Will Bozeman's guide, Stem Cells for Torn ACL, explores this cutting-edge science, where innovation meets healing in the realm of regenerative medicine.Tired of old conventional treatments that offer only limited relief for your torn ACL, leaving you grappling with comprised mobility and daunting rehabilitation? Fear not, as Bozeman unravels the secret weapon that has the potential to rewrite the story of your knee health - stem cell therapy.Bozeman demystifies the new world of stem cells, laying bare the transformative hidden power within our own bodies. Say goodbye to the inefficient, risky, and side-effect-laden treatments as you discover a non-drug, non-invasive approach that promises not just recovery but a resurgence of strength, ability, and athletic prowess.Stem Cells for Torn ACL isn't just a book; it's a beacon of hope for those facing the challenges of a torn ACL tear. Bozeman seamlessly weaves together scientific breakthroughs, real-life success stories, and a compelling call-to-action. Whether you're an athlete yearning to reclaim your former glory or an individual seeking a transformative solution for your torn ACL, this book is your passport to a future where healing knows no bounds.Don't just read about the future - be a part of it. Stem Cells for Torn ACL is not just a guide; it's a roadmap to a new era of health and wellness. Your journey to recovery begins here!
Study Guide for Structure & Function of the Body
Reinforce your understanding of A&P concepts with this practical study guide! With chapters corresponding to those in the Structure & Function of the Body, 17th Edition textbook, this workbook provides review questions and exercises to help you master the most important material. Each chapter begins with an overview of the concepts covered in each chapter of the textbook, and then tests your understanding with a variety of questions and activities. Answers to all questions are included in the back of the book.NEW! Updated content corresponds to the updates in the Structure & Function of the Body, 17th Edition textbook.Brief synopsis of core concepts in each chapter provides an overview of the most essential content from the textbook.Matching, multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and true/false exercises reinforce your understanding of content.Crossword puzzles and Word Finds help you master new vocabulary terms and their spellings.Anatomy drawings and labeling exercises help you learn to identify the structures of the body and master terminology.Application questions help you develop critical thinking skills and make judgments based on information in the chapter.Answers to exercises are found in the back of the guide.Study tips in the Preface offer insights into the most effective methods for learning and retaining information.
Eat to Prevent and Control Disease
Do you know your medicines might make you ill?This book tells how you can reduce your dependence on medicines. The sooner you adopt, the healthier you live. Go disease-free!Over the years, we have been repeating the same eating mistakes that our parents made. This is the reason why the prevalence of diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis is increasing in the population over time.In Eat to Prevent and Control Disease, research scientist and registered pharmacist La Fonceur will tell you how foods that work with the same mechanism as medicines can naturally prevent and control disease. How can you build your body in such a way that you do not need medications even in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or 70s? How can you prevent disease even if you have a family history of that disease? How can you control chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many others?With a better understanding of the disease, you can control it yourself. When you follow the advice and preventive measures given in the book, If you do not have any disease, then in the future also you will not have any disease. If you are already suffering from a disease, you can control it without medicines. If your disease is chronic and you are dependent on medicines, then you can reduce the dose of your medications as well as their side effects.
Experiential Learning and Internship for Undergraduates
This textbook is a comprehensive and sequential guide specifically designed for undergraduate students entering internships in the human services field and for the faculty serving as their internship supervisors.
Dance Movement Therapy and Psycho-social Rehabilitation
This book looks at the psychotherapeutic effects of Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) with a focus on the experiences of survivors of gender-based violence and their social development, psycho-social rehabilitation, and reintegration within society.The author, a sociologist and dancer, uses a model she calls Sampoornata-- or Fulfilment, to merge sociology and dance in order to help survivors of sexual violence overcome their trauma. Sampoornata was developed to help survivors of gender-based violence and trafficking, by focusing on their specific needs, and helping them to express themselves and overcome emotional and psychological pain. Through interviews with and detailed narratives of survivors, the book takes the readers through the development of the model, its implementation, practice, and impact on their lives. Situated within the social, cultural, as well as geographical context of India, the book is an important resource for rethinking the creative approaches, theories, and practice of DMT worldwide.This book will be of interest to researchers and students of psychology, psychotherapy, dance and movement studies, and to those who work with dance and movement therapy. It will also be useful for professionals working in the areas of gender violence, trafficking, trauma, psycho-social rehabilitation, and well-being.
Human Occupation
This comprehensive textbook provides occupational therapy and science students and practitioners with a complete overview of the key human occupation concepts, as well as a range of perspectives through which occupational therapy and occupational science can be viewed and understood.
Occupational Health Nursing
The Certified Nurse Examination Series prepares individuals for licensing and certification conducted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the National Certification Corporation (NCC), the National League for Nursing (NLN), and other organizations. The Occupational Health Nursing Passbook prepares you for your test by allowing you to take practice exams in the subjects you need to study, including occupational nursing; preventive medicine; public health; hygiene; toxicology; and more.
Eat to Prevent and Control Disease
Do you know your medicines might make you ill?This book tells how you can reduce your dependence on medicines. The sooner you adopt, the healthier you live. Go disease-free!Over the years, we have been repeating the same eating mistakes that our parents made. This is the reason why the prevalence of diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis is increasing in the population over time.In Eat to Prevent and Control Disease, research scientist and registered state pharmacist La Fonceur will tell you how foods that work with the same mechanism as medicines can naturally prevent and control disease. How can you build your body in such a way that you do not need medications even in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or 70s? How can you prevent disease even if you have a family history of that disease? How can you control chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many others?With a better understanding of the disease, you can control it yourself. When you follow the advice and preventive measures given in the book, If you do not have any disease, then in the future also you will not have any disease. If you are already suffering from a disease, you can control it without medicines. If your disease is chronic and you are dependent on medicines, then you can reduce the dose of your medications as well as their side effects.
Advancements in Medical Cardigans
The Ultimate Guide to Medical Cardigans: From Historical Development to Technological Innovations. Discover the advantages and design considerations of medical cardigans, explore their role in safety and infection control, and learn about the future of this essential healthcare attire.
Humanitarian Futures
Humanitarian Futures: Challenges and Opportunities explores the increasing types, dimensions and dynamics of crises threatening the world in the twenty-first century, and argues that those with humanitarian roles and responsibilities can only meet such challenges if their approaches to strategic and operational planning undergo fundamental paradigmatic shifts. Strategically and operationally, such shifts must begin by planning from the future, for the future.Author Randolph C. Kent, the UN's first Humanitarian Coordinator, with experience in some of the most complex crises of modern times, including Rwanda, Ethiopia, Kosovo, Sudan and Somalia, provides a blueprint for dealing with ever greater complexity on planet Earth and beyond. That blueprint is not about upgrading existing tools or relying upon tried precedence. Rather, it points to a new paradigm for meeting crises. It begins by looking at the changing nature of humanness and governance, and then turns to plausible future crises based on such changes, before concluding with practical steps for dealing with ever more complex humanitarian threats, now and in the future.This book will be an essential read for humanitarian policymakers and practitioners as well as for humanitarian and global studies researchers and students who are and want to be engaged in understanding and preparing for ever more complex and unpredictable humanitarian challenges.
Broccoli Boot Camp
Broccoli Boot Camp is a comprehensive guide for parents of children who are selective or picky eaters, and can be used with children with or without special needs (e.g, autism or Down syndrome). It presents commonsense behavioral interventions to successfully expand children's diet variety and preferences for healthy foods.The book starts with the simple premise that when children are encouraged to taste and consume tiny portions of new foods, repeatedly and with lessening resistance, they learn to accept and enjoy the foods as part of their regular diets. Real-life, compelling case studies and abundant research findings support the authors' advice on how to overcome a child's selective eating. It describes ways to increase compliance, factors to consider when choosing an intervention, and strategies to shape behavior.Finally, five intervention plans are presented with step-by-step procedures, modifications, and tips on maximizing success. Parents can choose the intervention which works best for their family's circumstances. The book also contains forms to track data, incentives, and meals, and a behavior contract to use with older children. Broccoli Boot Camp gives parents the tools they need to promote healthy eating for their child as well as improve the family mealtime experience!This second edition includes updated references, two new interventions plans, and an expanded discussion of nutrient deficiencies along with recommendations for preventing and treating them. Other updates include clarifications on modeling. There is also a guide for clinicians at the end of the book.
Allied Health Professions Admission Test (AHPAT)
The Admission Test Series prepares students for entrance examinations into college, graduate and professional school as well as candidates for professional certification and licensure. The Allied Health Professions Admission Test (AHPAT) Passbook(R) prepares you by sharpening the skills and abilities necessary to succeed on your upcoming entrance exam. It provides hundreds of questions and answers in the areas that will likely be covered on your upcoming exam, including but not limited to: vocabulary; basic arithmetic; biology; chemistry; and more.
Namikoshi Shiatsu Offical Technique
At the beginning of 20th Century, Tokujiro Namikoshi blended the wisdom of traditional Japanese massage with the bio-energetic principles of Chinese medicine and modern Western medicine's knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology. Presenting the results of his own research and discoveries, he created SHIATSU as an innovative discipline of hands-on massage therapy based on finger pressure. It is a term derived from the Japanese words 'shi' and 'atsu' meaning finger and pressure respectively. Since the fingers of the human hand have a greater number of sensory receptors than other regions of the body, they are extremely sensitive to contact. For this reason, the use of specialized machinery or conventional massage tools were excluded from SHIATSU's techniques, and even using other parts of the therapist's body is disapproved of; such as the fists or elbows, in order to concentrate on finger pressure as the therapy's primary tool.
Traditional Thai Medicine
Traditional Thai Medicine presents readers with the definitive overview of the history and contemporary practice of TTM. This is an updated, re-organized, and mostly re-written edition of the 2007 book that provided English-language readers with the first comprehensive overview of traditional Thai medicine in print. The culmination of two decades of field study, academic research, and teaching experience, this book approaches TTM from an academic perspective, but it is geared toward practitioners, tourists, and general readers. It provides a broad-brush history of Thai medicine from ancient times to the present day, and describes in detail the unique synthesis of healing practices that is found today across Thailand. The author demonstrates that traditional Thai medicine is not a timeless static tradition, but rather a dynamic and syncretic combination of multiple cultural influences, including Theravada Buddhism, Ayurveda, yoga, Tantra, Chinese medicine, Western tourism, and indigenous spirit religions. TTM is revealed to be both a fascinating time capsule of practices and beliefs from many historical eras, and also a vibrant, living, and creative modern phenomenon.
Touch After Trauma
Western medicine remains dominated by paradigms that separate physical and mental wellness, as if they were unrelated. This artificial boundary poses a challenge for manual therapists, as we see increasing signs of traumatic stress in the patients we serve.Modern research concedes that the mind and body are interdependent - they work seamlessly in tandem. This is especially evident in those who have experienced trauma: Psychological trauma is often expressed in physical signs and symptoms, and physical trauma often bears psychological echoes.What if we, as manual therapists, could integrate this research into our practices? What if we can better support trauma survivors within our scope of practice?Manual therapists include a diverse roster of health-care professionals: from chiropractors, osteopaths, massage therapists and physiotherapists to reflexologists and craniosacral, shiatsu, and reiki practitioners. Adjacent to these are other professionals who regularly work within a patient's personal space: dentists, midwives, nurses, paramedics, and more. A trauma-informed approach can only serve to benefit the patients who seek our support.Touch After Trauma offers manual therapists a new clinical framework, presenting the neuroscience of trauma in plain language and weaving in principles of trauma-informed care. This forms the foundation for discussing novel treatment approaches to support a more comprehensive recovery for trauma survivors. While practical techniques are discussed in detail, this guide does not aim to be prescriptive, but rather encourages clinicians to seek alternative, creative, and collaborative solutions to support patients in their healing journey.
Touch After Trauma
Western medicine remains dominated by paradigms that separate physical and mental wellness, as if they were unrelated. This artificial boundary poses a challenge for manual therapists, as we see increasing signs of traumatic stress in the patients we serve.Modern research concedes that the mind and body are interdependent - they work seamlessly in tandem. This is especially evident in those who have experienced trauma: Psychological trauma is often expressed in physical signs and symptoms, and physical trauma often bears psychological echoes.What if we, as manual therapists, could integrate this research into our practices? What if we can better support trauma survivors within our scope of practice?Manual therapists include a diverse roster of health-care professionals: from chiropractors, osteopaths, massage therapists and physiotherapists to reflexologists and craniosacral, shiatsu, and reiki practitioners. Adjacent to these are other professionals who regularly work within a patient's personal space: dentists, midwives, nurses, paramedics, and more. A trauma-informed approach can only serve to benefit the patients who seek our support.Touch After Trauma offers manual therapists a new clinical framework, presenting the neuroscience of trauma in plain language and weaving in principles of trauma-informed care. This forms the foundation for discussing novel treatment approaches to support a more comprehensive recovery for trauma survivors. While practical techniques are discussed in detail, this guide does not aim to be prescriptive, but rather encourages clinicians to seek alternative, creative, and collaborative solutions to support patients in their healing journey.
Art & Science of Foot Care
This third edition of The Art and Science of Foot Care is an in-depth resource for practitioners and students of nursing foot care. The authors offer a readable and straightforward discussion of new and established best practices and care techniques required for the standardization of foot care and foot care education. The textbook is intended primarily to provide a functional resource to those pursuing a career in nursing foot care. It is also a valuable educational tool for other professionals with an interest in foot health and complex lower-leg conditions. The book also serves as an important resource for clinics, community libraries, and patient education.This peer-reviewed textbook is a revision of a previous edition of this book, last updated in 2020. Multiple authors collaborated to make this the pre-eminent resource for foot care nurses, practitioners, and students. The Art and Science of Foot Care serves as the primary resource for many foot care nursing programs in Canada, including Foot Canada Training's Advanced Foot Care Nurse Program, and is being used as a guide for similar programs to be created in other countries.This current edition has been updated to showcase a refreshed gallery of new photos, an extensive glossary of terms, up to date infection prevention and control standards, and a renewed focus on the fundamentals of the role of the foot care nurse.
