Strategies for successfully updating and improving health care organizations of all kinds Health care is always evolving and improving. However, the rapid speed of medical advancement can make the adoption of new technologies and practices a challenging process - particularly in large organizations and complex networks. Any projected impact upon quality and outcomes of care must be carefully evaluated so that changes may be implemented in the most efficacious and efficient manner possible.

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Saunders Comprehensive Veterinary Dictionary, 5th Edition includes the veterinary technical and scientific words and phrases you might encounter in practice. With well over 60,000 main and subentries including large animals, small animals, and exotics, presented in a user-friendly format, the fifth edition continues its legacy as the most comprehensive dictionary reference in the veterinary field. Completely revised and updated for today's veterinary team, it now includes an all-new companion...

The foremost text in this complex and fast-changing field, Medical Microbiology, 9th Edition, provides concise, up-to-date, and understandable explanations of key concepts in medical microbiology, immunology, and the microbes that cause human disease. Clear, engaging coverage of basic principles, immunology, laboratory diagnosis, bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology help you master the essentials of microbiology?effectively preparing you for your coursework, exams, and beyond. A...

Now in its sixth edition, the internationally acclaimed Foundations for Practice in Occupational Therapy continues to provide a practical reference tool which is both an indispensable guide to undergraduates and a practical reference tool for clinicians in the application of models and theories to practice. Underlining the importance and clinical relevance of theory to practice, the text provides an excellent introduction to the theoretical basis of occupational therapy. Contributions are giv...

In dit boek worden de diagnostische en therapeutische vaardigheden die medische studenten in hun de opleiding tot basisarts onderwezen krijgen en waarbij instrumentarium nodig is, beschreven. Voorbeelden zijn arteriepunctie, infuus aanleggen, katheteriseren en hechten. De nadruk ligt op de wijze waarop de vaardigheid moet worden uitgevoerd, met aandacht voor diverse methoden en voor de diversiteit van patiënten. Daarnaast komen hygiëne, (contra) indicaties, materialen, mogelijke complicatie...

Well organized and easy to read, Clinical Procedures in Primary Eye Care, 5th Edition, takes an accessible, step-by-step approach to describing the commonly used primary care procedures that facilitate accurate diagnosis and effective patient management. This practical, clinically-focused text offers succinct descriptions of today's most frequently encountered optometric techniques supported by research-based evidence. You'll find essential instructions for mastering the procedures you need t...

De coschappen zijn het belangrijkste onderdeel van de masteropleiding geneeskunde. Tijdens de coschappen dient de theoretische kennis van de bachelor in de praktijk te worden gebracht. Deze overgang blijkt vele vragen en uitdagingen te geven. Hoe lees je een ECG in de praktijk? Hoe onderzoek je een pasgeboren baby? Waar let je op bij een thoraxfoto? Hoe test je de oogzenuwen? Hoe start je een antistollingsbeleid? Wat vertelt die labwaarde mij? Bij al dit soort dagelijkse vragen prob...

The internationally best-selling Medical Pharmacology at a Glance is the ideal companion for all medical and healthcare students, providing a visual overview of pharmacology, and describing the basic principles of drug action, interaction, absorption, and excretion. Clear and accessible chapters organised around common diseases and conditions facilitate efficient clinical learning, and include references to drug classes and side effects, disease pathophysiology, prescribing guidelines, and mo...

Health Psychology, Eleventh Edition, provides a comprehensive, accessible, and engaging look into the field of health psychology. With a focus on the most current research related to stress, psychosocial issues, and chronic disorders, this edition covers both the scientific progress of health psychology, as well as its important real-life applications. Research is presented with practical stories, written so that any reader can quickly identify how best to lead a healthier life.

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Wanneer iemand niet vloeiend of rommelig spreekt, wordt hier in de volksmond al gauw het label ‘stotteren’ op geplakt. Dat dit lang niet altijd terecht is, bewijst het verhaal van Rutger Wilhelm. Jarenlang dach...