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The time is now to get grounded in cannabis science and holistic care, with the evidence-based Cannabis: A Handbook for Nurses. This groundbreaking new guide addresses nursing skills and responsibilities in cannabis care, including the physiology of the human endocannabinoid system, cannabis care as it relates to specific disease processes, the history of cannabis, advocacy and ethics, and the ins and outs of cannabis dosing, delivery methods, side effects, and more. Essential for all practice areas, this is a timely, much-needed foundational resource for both students and practicing nurses who want to provide knowledgeable and effective medical cannabis care.    Get grounded in cannabis knowledge with science-driven nursing guidance: ?Covers the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) 2018 "Six Principles of Essential Knowledge" for supporting medical use of cannabis ?Meets the NCSBN (2018) principles for all practice areas and all levels of nursing training and education?Foundational chapters provide:?An overview of the history of cannabis prohibition and regulation, from ancient times to pioneers in cannabis care?Human endocannabinoid system structure and functions?Cannabis pharmacology and pharmacokinetics?CBD: The phytocannabinoid - dosing, drug-drug interactions, evidence of CBD effectiveness, and more?Focuses on the nurse's role around cannabis care: ?Cannabinoid research findings - current evidence related to conditions such as seizures, MS, cancer, pain, PTSD, osteoporosis, opiate harm reduction and end-of-life care?The nurse's role in cannabis patient care - nursing theory, motivational interviewing, coaching, spiritual care, ethics, and use of holistic modalities?The APRN role and process of providing care for medical cannabis patients seeking their medical cannabis recommendation ?Legal and ethical concerns -  cannabis-care ethics, advocacy, the current federal status of cannabis in the United States, and how to review a state's cannabis laws?Real-world nursing experience - interviews with cannabis care nurses that share approaches, challenges, and successes?Chapter features include:?Concepts and Considerations box - Outlines chapter content and objectives?Applied Learning Questions - for personal reflection or group discussion?Case Studies - Illustrate use of cannabis treatments in a variety of practice settings?End-of-Chapter Q&A - NCLEX-style questions, similar to those that will be added to the NCLEX and APRN exams, to support learning and certification preparation About the Clinical Editor Carey S. Clark, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, RYT, FAAN is Professor of Nursing, Director of Nursing, and Chair of the Medical Cannabis Certificate Program at Pacific College of Health and Science, in New York City, Chicago, Illinois, and San Diego, California, and the Past-President of the American Cannabis Nurses Association.

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Amid today's growing demand for cosmetic medicine, Guide to Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Procedures provides a reliable, up-to-date, and highly illustrated guide to the wide variety of aesthetic procedures commonly requested and performed in this fast-changing field. This easy-to-follow manual offers a quick, practical introduction to the optimal use of everything from botulinum toxin and deoxycholic acid to injectable fillers and laser and light devices.

Whether paired with Bates’s Pocket Guide or used as a standalone resource, this compact, easy-to-use text reinforces key information in a cohesive approach to help students feel comfortable and confident in clinical settings.

This text provides a straightforward explanation of the essential pharmacoeconomics topics outlined by The Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). It defines terminology used in research and covers the application of economic-based evaluation methods to pharmaceutical products and services, making it perfect for the student or practitioner who is unfamiliar with "e;pharmacoeconomics."e;Readers will find examples of how pharmacoeconomic evaluations relate to decisions that affect patient care and health-related quality of life. Understanding these principles will help you assess published research aimed at improving clinical and humanistic outcomes based on available resources. You'll Find These Helpful Features Inside- Composite research articles that include the positives and negatives found in published research which will help you learn to evaluate literature and to interpret and determine the usefulness of pharmacoeconomic research articles. Composite worksheets increase your comprehension of just-read articles. Examples provide and reinforce relevant illustrations of chapter content. Questions/Exercises at the end of each chapter assess your understanding of the key concepts. Common Equations that are critical to the subject are presented, with multiple example calculations that clearly demonstrate the use of these equations

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This complete package of textbook, interactive exercises, and real research articles is designed for use alongside Journal Clubs conducted in medical, nursing, and other health professions programs, as well as in evidence-based medicine courses. It employs the authors' proven, step-by-step framework, and strengthens students' and residents' ability to recognize a meaningful study, identify potential study flaws, and apply solid evidence in clinical decision making.

The Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery manuals provide evidence-based recommendations for the proper technical conduct of cancer surgery. Presented by the American College of Surgeons, Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery: Sarcoma, Adrenal, Neuroendocrine, Peritoneal Malignancies, Urothelial, Hepatobiliary helps surgeons distill the latest evidence into best practices and techniques that lead to improved outcomes. Focused on the steps between skin incision and skin closure, this manual is an invaluable resource for surgical oncologists and general surgeons alike.

Ideal for study, review, or self-assessment, The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging Study Guide is an easy-to-use, interactive resource for learning and retaining core information in the physics of medical imaging. Whether used as a supplement to The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging, 4th Edition, or as a stand-alone review tool, this new study guide helps you gain a deeper understanding of this complex field, while preparing you for exams and clinical practice. It's an essential resource for radiology residents and practitioners, medical physicists, and radiation oncologists, as well as radiology technicians and nuclear medicine technicians who need a reliable, up-to-date review of medical physics, federal radiation control standards and regulations, radiation safety, and radiation biology.

Designed specifically for nephrologists and trainees practicing in the ICU, Handbook of Critical Care Nephrology is a portable critical care reference with a unique and practical nephrology focus. Full-color illustrations, numerous algorithms, and intuitively arranged contents make this manual a must-have resource for nephrology in today's ICU.

Leading orthopaedic surgeons and specialists collaborated to provide this multidisciplinary perspective on musculoskeletal tumors. From the experience and insight of these health professionals, Orthopaedic Knowledge Update®: Musculoskeletal Tumors 4 offers a big-picture view of the latest innovations in tumor care and optimized treatment. This fourth edition reflects the recent cutting-edge research and understanding of the molecular basis of neoplastic disease and new treatment options. Especially recommended for radiologists, pathologists, radiation oncologists, medical and pediatric oncologists, rehabilitation experts, orthopaedic surgeons, and other subspecialists, this new volume provides deep insight as well as practical, actionable knowledge based on real-world patient care scenarios, and best practices supported by the most current literature. Each chapter has an annotated reference list to augment further study. Contents include: ?New chapters on the approach to the patient with bone metastasis, osteosarcoma variants, intralesional treatment of bone tumors, and wide resection of bone tumors.  ?Updated information on evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal tumors, benign bone tumors, malignant primary bone tumors, soft-tissue tumors, and metabolic disease to bone.    Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience?Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone?Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech