Handbook of Anaesthetics by J. Stuart Ross delivers a clear, authoritative, and deeply practical guide to one of medicine’s most delicate and essential arts. In audiobook form, Ross’s expertise becomes even more accessible, transforming complex concepts into a confident, steady narrative that supports learners, practitioners, and curious listeners alike.The value of this audiobook lies in its precision and clarity. Ross distills years of clinical knowledge into exp...

Essential terminology for study in any medically related field and a reference for professionals that can be stored and accessed quickly. Covering more terms per page than any book or website this six page laminated guide also covers the breakdown of medical words using the prefix, root, and suffix that will help decoding terms. Organized alphabetically and in color separated tables this tool for pre-med, nursing, EMT, imaging, pharmacology, medical coding and more has been a best-seller f...

The Cure of Imperfect Sight by Treatment Without Glasses by William Horatio Bates. A brilliant book written by an eye-surgeon for the masses.William Horatio Bates (1860–1931) was an American physician who practiced ophthalmology and developed what became known as the Bates Method for better eyesight,[1] an educational method intended to improve vision by undoing a supposed habitual strain to see.The book contains findings after decades of research and experimental work into...

What do anaesthetists do? How does anaesthesia work? What are the risks? And how does the anaesthetist know if you are really asleep? Anaesthesia is a mysterious and sometimes threatening process. In this Very Short Introduction, Aidan O'Donnell takes the reader on a tour through the whole of the modern anaesthetic practice. He begins by explaining general anaesthesia: what it is, how it is produced, and how it differs from natural sleep and other forms of unconsciousness. He goes...

The second edition of this successful textbook offers support for learners and continues to provide a significant reference text suitable for all Dental Care Professionals. Offering a clear, easy-to-follow, comprehensive account of all aspects of dental radiography essential to this group of professionals, this book is an important resource that renders it essential reading, particularly for those undertaking examinations in Dental Radiography.Presents the subject in an a...

This book aims to be a collection of facts and not of theories, and insofar as it is, I do not fear successful contradiction. When explanations have been offered it has been done with considerable trepidation, because I have never been able to formulate a theory that would withstand the test of the facts either in my possession at the time, or accumulated later. The same is true of the theories of every other man, for a theory is only a guess, and you cannot guess or imagine the truth. No ...

So automatic and mechanical is breathing for most of us that we often fail to consider the complexities of respiration. Engaging the lungs, airways, and more, the intake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide are only the most apparent aspects of a much longer routine. Although vulnerable to various infections and other disorders, the respiratory system by and large continues to function in order to sustain us. This book explores each element involved in this subconscious process and the ...

Blood gas analysis is one of the most frequently requested blood tests when caring for the critically ill patient, as it provides very valuable information about the respiratory and acidbase status of the patient (Shoulders-Odom, 2000). However, many healthcare professionals find it difficult to get to grips with blood gas analysis. It often seems complex and daunting, but if you work your way through this book and carry out all the exercises, you will soon become confident and competent at ana...

Human Anatomy and Physiology - A Practical Manual is the ultimate guide for anyone pursuing a Diploma in Pharmacy. It has been specifically structured to meet the requirements of the ER-20 syllabus of Pharmacy Council of India, making it an indispensable resource for all pharmacy students. Featuring 36 comprehensive experiments, covering almost all body systems, this manual is an essential tool for anyone seeking to understand the intricate functions of the human body.Each experimen...

A guide for all those people wishing to learn the art of relaxation that is massage. Here is a step by step guide to laying your hands on first time through to solving problems such as insomnia and headaches. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Do you read imperfectly? Can you observe then that when you look at the first word, or the first letter, of a sentence you do not see best where you are looking; that you see other words, or other letters, just as well as or better than the one you are looking at? Do you observe also that the harder you try to see the worse you see?Now close your eyes and rest them, remembering some color, like black or white, that you can remember perfectly. Keep them closed until they feel rested,...

This is a collection of multiple choice questions focused on health history and physical assessment for students preparing for the NCLEX. Areas covered by questions include health history and physical assessment (preparation, techniques, general survey, vital signs, nutrition status, skin, hair, nails, head, cranial nerves, eyes, ears, nose and sinuses).