This concise, problem-based textbook covers 91 of the most common infectious diseases, using case studies to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for clinical practice. It presents an overview of how infectious diseases affect a particular organ system. Then, it provides clinical case scenarios, differential diagnosis tables, and succinct explanations of the infectious process, with treatment options and outcomes. Crisp, full-color images and USMLE-style practice questions round out the text. - Presents a detailed clinical case study for each infectious disease covered, including treatment and outcomes. - Integrates basic and clinical sciences. - Covers the most common infectious diseases, including bioterrorism agents and emerging infectious diseases. - Promotes active learning by presenting the case study as an unknown, and then providing differential diagnosis tables and rationales. - Features over 350 full-color illustrations and images of clinical disease to reinforce written material. - Highlights key symptoms, microbiology, epidemiology, and pathogenesis for rapid review. - Provides summary tables of important diseases caused by the infecting organism. - Includes practice questions to help prepare for the USMLE step 1 and 2 exams.

"Microbiology covers the scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester microbiology course for non-majors. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health. The pedagogical features of the text make the material interesting and accessible while maintaining the career-application focus and scientific rigor inherent in the subject matter. Microbiology's art program enhances students' understanding of concepts through clear and effective illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. Microbiology is produced through a collaborative publishing agreement between OpenStax and the American Society for Microbiology Press. The book aligns with the curriculum guidelines of the American Society for Microbiology."--BC Campus website.

A fully problem-based, integrated physiology text, this new resource uses clinical case studies to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for clinical practice. Each case presents an unknown clinical disorder and examines differential diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes as well as relevant physiologic principles for a well-rounded review. Approximately 150 illustrations (most in full color) reinforce learning of the written material, while a practice test of USMLE-style questions—with explanations—aids in USMLE Steps 1 and 2 preparation. - Features a problem-based approach to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for the USMLE Steps 1 and 2 as well as for clinical practice. - Presents a summary of physiologic principles related to each unknown clinical disorder, along with differential diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes for a well-rounded review. - Includes nearly 150 illustrations, most in full color, that reinforce learning of the written material.

This short text addresses complications of regional anesthesia and pain medicine. Each chapter is written by an expert in the area and follows a strict format: Definition of the complication, Scope of the problem, Pathophysiology or proposed mechanism of causation, Risk factors, Diagnostic evaluation, Prevention, Treatment and rehabilitation, Summary. Emphasis in each chapter is placed around what levels of evidence the recommendations in the chapter carry. The complications covered in regional anesthesia include complications in neuraxis and peripheral nerve blocks. There is also a section on complications associated with unintended local anesthetic destinations. The complications in pain medicine include complications of acute pain management, of sympathetic blocks, of neuraxis approaches and device placement. The first edition was published by Elsevier. They have returned copyright to Rathmell and Neal, who will turn it over to us. The audience includes anesthesiologists, pain medicine specialists, and neurologists.

Mims' Microbiology makes it easy for you to learn the microbiology and basic immunology concepts you need to know for your courses and USMLE. Using a clinically relevant, systems-based approach, this popular medical textbook accessibly explains the microbiology of the agents that cause diseases and the diseases that affect individual organ systems. With lavish illustrations and straightforward, accessible explanations, Mims' Microbiology makes this complex subject simple to understand and remember. Learn about infections in the context of major body systems and understand why these are environments in which microbes can establish themselves, flourish, and give rise to pathologic changes. This systems-based approach to microbiology employs integrated and case-based teaching that places the "bug parade" into a clinical context. Grasp and retain vital concepts easily thanks to a user-friendly color-coded format, succinct text, key concept boxes, and dynamic illustrations. Effectively review for problem-based courses with the help of chapter introductions and "Lessons in Microbiology" text boxes that highlight the clinical relevance of the material, offer easy access to key concepts, and provide valuable review tools. Approach microbiology by body system or by pathogen through an extensively cross-referenced "Pathogen Review" section. Access the complete contents online at studentconsult.com, along with downloadable illustrations.150 multiple choice review questions... "Pathogen Parade"...and many other features to enhance learning and retention. Enhance your learning and absorb complex information in an interactive, dynamic way with Pathogen Parade - a quickly searchable online glossary of viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Deepen your understanding of epidemiology and the important role it plays in providing evidence-based identification of key risk factors for disease and targets for preventive medicine. A completely re-written chapter on this topic keeps abreast of the very latest findings.

It's one thing to understand the basic science of immunology. It's another thing to know how that science applies to the realities of patient care. This new resource uses skillfully presented clinical case studies to efficiently demonstrate the practical relevance of immunology knowledge in diagnosing a wide range of challenging conditions. It offers as an ideal way to review the fundamental principles of immunology ... and see them translated into real-world diagnosis and management! Covers each major area of the field - immunization, hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency disorders, tumor immunology, and transplantation. Provides a concise overview of the basic concepts in each area, followed by 6-10 succinct and well-organized case studies that illustrate the associated clinical applications. Begins each case study with an initial case presentation, complete with full-color clinical photographs, allowing you to put your diagnostic reasoning skills to the test - followed by a list of the key clinical features involved in the case · a one-paragraph discussion of each differential diagnostic possibility · and a summary of the correct diagnosis and treatment approach

For introduction to microbiology (mixed majors) courses. Built from the ground up for pre-nursing and allied health students Microbiology: Basic and Clinical Principles teaches microbiology fundamentals in a manner that encourages students to think clinically and critically. This is the first microbiology text to emphasize medically relevant topics and align with ASM''s Curriculum Guidelines for Microbiology in Nursing and Allied Health. In the 2nd Edition, interactive features expand the clinical focus. New content covers Covid-19 throughout; sepsis scoring standards; therapeutics, diagnostics, and preventatives; transmission precautions; and diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM. Hallmark features of this title Visual Summaries help students synthesize chapter content, focus on key microbiology concepts, and see the bigger picture. The art program incorporates research-based learning design principles and step-by-step process figures to focus on essential details and support visual learners. Think Clinically, Be S.M.A.R.T. About Cases share the author-created S.M.A.R.T. framework to help students apply what they''ve learned to clinical scenarios. Bench to Bedside introduces cutting-edge advances in translational medicine, highlighting the collaboration between scientists and clinicians to improve patient outcomes. New and updated features of this title NEW: Healthcare Hero chapter openers present real and diverse healthcare heroes in a step toward empowering students to envision themselves in the careers for which they are training. EXPANDED: NCLEX/HESI/TEAS Style Reading Questions help students practice critical thinking and build confidence for entrance and licensure exams. NEW and UPDATED: Figures enhance textual and visual clarity and present the most current and accurate information. NEW: More than 40 photos show how skin conditions present in people of color, an often-overlooked aspect of dermatology. EXPANDED: Promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion continues from the first edition and includes even more non-native speaker language footnotes and in-text features that highlight healthcare disparities. NEW: COVID-19 content is infused throughout the text in art and in general content and prominently featured in Chapter 6 (Viruses), Chapter 14 (Vaccines), and Chapter 16 (Respiratory System Diseases). Features of Mastering Microbiology for the 2nd Edition Learn more about Mastering Microbiology. EXPANDED: 7 new Concept Coach animations with built-in quizzing to engage learners and coach them on challenging microbiology topics. NEW: 6 Interactive Content Reviews help students learn the most challenging topics in the course with active learning that guides content exploration in an integrated way to foster deeper understanding. NEW: Pearson® Interactive Labs are structured around the process of science and feature real-world scenarios and guided feedback so students can make and learn from their mistakes. NEW: 14 Micro Lab Explorations are decision-tree style lab exercises that allow students to learn important lab techniques and concepts in a low-stakes environment. EXPANDED: NCLEX/HESI/TEAS Style Reading questions help students practice critical thinking and build confidence for entrance and licensure exams. Think Clinically, Be S.M.A.R.T. About Cases share the author-created S.M.A.R.T. framework to help students apply what they''ve learned to clinical scenarios. All are tagged with ASM''s nursing-centric learning outcomes.