McGraw-Hill's manual of laboratory & diagnostic tests / Denise D. Wilson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wilson, Denise D.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Diagnosis, Laboratory--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Diagnosis, Laboratory.

Clinical Laboratory Techniques.

Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures.

Medical Subjects:

Clinical Laboratory Techniques.

Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures.

Genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Physical Description:

xiv, 666 pages ; 23 cm

Other Title:

Manual of laboratory & diagnostic tests

Manual of laboratory and diagnostic tests

McGraw-Hill's manual of laboratory and diagnostic tests

Place of Publication:

New York : McGraw-Hill Medical, [2008]

Summary:

McGraw-Hill's Manual of Laboratory & Diagnostic Tests focuses specifically on what you need to know to understand the test, educate the patient, and provide safe, effective care before, during, and after the test. In addition, this easy-to-use clinical companion is the only text to actively incorporate evidence-based practice features throughout, both in test monographs and appendices-a major advantage that enhances your ability to apply the book's content to your daily practice.

Features: A cohesive 5-part organization covering the full range of laboratory tests, diagnostic tests, laboratory/diagnostic assessments of body function, education and screening, Time-saving alphabetical organization of tests with handy thumb tabs, Full-color icons that highlight the organization of each test, and clearly identify important features throughout, Skill-sharpening references to national guidelines, including JCAHO, Full coverage of clinical interventions/implications, Essential insights into the possible meanings of abnormal values and contraindications, Key references that pertain to evidence-based practice, Critical patient teaching information.

Contents:

Appendix A Typical Groupings of Blood/Urine Tests 619

Appendix B The Endocrine System: Signals & Feedback 624

Appendix C Safety of the Patient 627

Appendix D Safety of the Health-Care Provider 631

Appendix E Evidence-Based Practice 633.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [638]-646) and index.

ISBN:

0071481524

9780071481526

OCLC:

122309508

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