An understanding of medical law is increasingly important for all health professionals and this new ABC provides a basic introduction to the legal issues faced in health care that is accessible to anyone without any legal knowledge. The ABC of Medical Law provides ideal guidance to the practicing physician - covering just what you need to know without becoming embroiled in complicated legal discussion. The ABC of Medical Law has up-to-date coverage of the legal issues to be found in daily medical practice, including confidentiality, research, consent, negligence, organ donation and human rights, as well as more contentious issues such as tissue retention and withholding/withdrawing treatment. Well illustrated and presented in a user-friendly format, chapters include summaries and cases to help clarify the points made. Written by practising clinicians with expertise in medical law and a medical barrister, the ABC of Medical Law will help keep a practice within the constraints of the law and is ideal for GPs, junior doctors and medical students, and anyone wanting to understand the broad basics of medical law. This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from Google Play or the MedHand Store.

This brand new title in the popular ABC series offers an up-to-date introduction on improving patient safety in primary and secondary care. The ABC of Patient Safety covers an area of increasing importance in healthcare and provides a clear description of the underlying principles that influence practice. Patient safety is now an integral part of the training for all Foundation doctors and is rapidly becoming a component of many undergraduate and postgraduate exams, including the nMRCGP. This book is an ideal companion for this training. A wide variety of clinical staff and managers in primary and secondary care will find this book an essential text, offering an ideal theoretical and practical aid to patient safety. GPs and practice managers will find this book of particular interest, as well as medical and nursing students.

The ABCs of Medicine - For Overachieving Babies and Overworked Healthcare Professionals Join Doctor Dog and Patient Penguin in a DELIGHTFULLY DRY TOUR OF THE HOSPITAL. Written by Dr. Rajeev Saxena and a team of national doctors, The ABCs of Medicine is the snarkiest alphabet book yet. Encounter unforgettable divas like Surgeon Stingray, Nurse Shark, and Administrator Anaconda. And of course, Malpractice Lawyer Lion is on the hunt for business. Join the cast of characters that make the hospital feel like family! Featuring 30+ full page illustrations from delayed gratification to eXtracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Perfect Gift *Baby Shower* - Graduate from Pre-K to Pre-Med. *Holiday gift* - Every health care professional could use a good deep belly laugh *Textbook* for college, nursing, therapist, and medical students - Rounds out a medical textbook collection...and it's cheaper than a stethoscope! Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is this an actual book? A: Yes. Q: I work in the medical field. Will I enjoy this book? A: Of course! You will shed tears (hopefully of laughter). You can read it to friends and family to explain your life in the hospital. It's a perfect conversation starter in the wards, clinic, and operating rooms. Adults especially appreciate the dry humor and satirical illustrations. Q: Will my child learn about medicine? A: Depends...how good is your child at memorization? JK. Kiddos love the adorable animals and funny hospital encounters. The engaging characters and illustrations help introduce concepts in medicine, and make the hospital a friendlier place. Q: Will my child become a successful doctor as a result of this book? A: Absolutely! However, this book won't replace 10+ years of training to become a doctor (sorry!). Q: Will you guarantee my child a job working in the hospital? A: Yes. Sure. Why not. Please reach out once your child is board certified.

Zamzow, Richard J. Zeckhauser--Jon S. Vernick, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, coeditor of Reducing Gun Violence in America: Informing Policy with Evidence and Analysis "Springer Journal"

Set your baby on the path to a legal career - because why not get an early start on billables! Follow Lawyer Lion, Lawyer Lioness, Plaintiff Parrot, Defendant Duck, and the rest of the gang as they learn the ins and outs of legal practice in the courtroom. Written by the spouses of lawyers, The ABCs of Law is a fun and simple introduction to the fast-paced world of the law. Babies and adults alike will learn to understand the nuances of jurisdiction, some of the elements of standing, and even the intricacies of qui tam actions!

In the newly revised second edition of ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine, a team of experienced prehospital practitioners deliver a comprehensive up-to-date guide to the rapidly evolving field of prehospital emergency medicine. The book includes evidence-based practice and expert opinion to meet the needs of the PHEM training curriculum covering operational, clinical and system considerations. An international team of expert editors and contributors have also provided readers with: A thorough introduction to prehospital emergency medicine, including activation and deployment, personal protective equipment, and scene safety and assessment Comprehensive exploration of the primary survey, airway, breathing, and circulation assessments Practical discussions of prehospital anesthesia, analgesia, sedation, monitoring and ultrasound The prehospital management of medical, trauma and psychiatric emergencies How to care for special groups, including the elderly, obstetric, pediatric, and bariatric patients Considerations in mass casualty and chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear incidents. ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine is essential reading for paramedics, doctors, nurses and other prehospital practitioners. The text is ideal for those undertaking subspecialty PHEM training, those studying for postgraduate prehospital degree modules, or practitioners undertaking PHEM exams.

Medical Ethics, Law and Communication at a Glance presents a succinct overview of these key areas of the medical curriculum. This new title aims to provide a concise summary of the three core, interlinked topics essential to resolving ethical dilemmas in medicine and avoiding medico-legal action. Divided into two sections; the first examines the ethical and legal principles underpinning each medical topic; while the second focuses on communication skills and the importance of good communication. Medical Ethics, Law and Communication at a Glance offers an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of good medical practice, and will provide indispensable support for undergraduate medical students and nurses, as well as newly qualified healthcare professionals.