Developed by internationally renowned neuro-surgeons, this book is designed for students of psychology and the biological sciences, and medical, dental, and nursing students.
Human Physiology provides clear explanations of the principles that govern the body's physiological processes and shows how these can be applied. This is the ideal course companion for any student needing a solid foundation in the subject for a future career in human biology, biomedical science, or medicine.
New edition of a text for undergraduate students preparing for health-related careers. It is designed to promote understanding of the basic principles and concepts of physiology rather than the memorization of details. Sherwood (physiology, School of Medicine at West Virginia U.) presents 20 chapter
A revision series for students on system based and integrated courses. It features hints and tips, and Comprehension Check boxes that are designed to make it student-friendly. It provides a practice exam at the end, which enables students to assess their level of understanding.
Imaging is a critical component of the management of patients having radiotherapy. This book covers the basic principles of the main imaging modalities; site specific chapters give best practice for individual tumour sites, and it also contains information on radioprotection and regulatory issues.
An accessible practical guide for non-specialists and specialists alike Provides a clear introduction to essential imaging theory Addresses all aspects of nursing care including patient preparation, imaging procedures, and post-procedure care Explores the role and responsibilities of the nurse Assumes no prior knowledge.
This essential text supports occupational therapy students and educators as they navigate the opportunities and challenges of placement learning. Introducing contemporary and innovative occupation-centred practice, it sets out a step-by-step guide to using this knowledge across a range of contexts, including role-emerging settings.
Containing step-by-step photographs and an interactive CD-ROM, this book covers the fundamentals of Indian Head Massage, from anatomy and physiology to health and safety, massage routines and marketing techniques. It is useful reading for the students of Indian head massage.
Designed for core curricula based on body system or problem-based learning, this work provides students with a description of essential anatomy within a clinical context. Surface anatomy, radiological anatomy and clinical cases are included to highlight functional and clinical relevance of structures described.
Offers clinicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, a realistic routemap of the key issues, as well as practical ways in which to ensure close working, appropriate referrals, advice and treatment decisions.
This book provides a highly accessible introduction to anatomy and physiology. Written for students studying the subject for the first time, it covers the human body from the atomic and cellular levels through to all the major systems and including chapters on blood and immunity and homeostasis.
This practical introduction to linguistics is a must-have resource for all speech and language therapy students, providing you with the fundamental theory needed as a foundation for practice.
The book is a developed history of the radiological sciences - covering the back-story to Roentgen's discovery, the discovery itself and immediate reception the early days of radiology leading to classical radiology (the pre-digital world).
A unique and much-needed book that is part memoir/part self-help guide for adults either diagnosed with ADHD or finding they recognise the symptoms in themselves.
Bridges the gap between theorists and practitioners. This guide focuses on the relevance and logic of research to provide a practical, demystified approach to conducting applied research in the field for graduate students and clinicians.
A new edition of a very popular introduction used throughout reflexology courses to introduce therapists - and other interested readers - to the signs and symbols conveyed by the structure and condition of the foot
An examination oriented book intended for all those studying for postgraduate examinations. It provides the principles of physics necessary for an understanding of modern radiodiagnosis.