The second edition of Wound Care at a Glance is the ideal study and revision companion for undergraduate nursing and healthcare students, newly qualified practitioners, and for all involved with the provision of high quality, evidence-based wound care. This concise and user-friendly guide enables readers to expand their knowledge and understanding of wound care and skin integrity, and render safe and effective patient-centred care. The guide’s highly illustrated, visual approach to the subject of wound care and skin integrity explores the anatomy and physiology of the skin, acute and chronic wounds, pain management, legal and ethical issues, the various complexities of practical wound care, and more. Contains all the information you need to provide safe and effective patient care Presents a clear and concise account of appropriate wound care Incorporates both images and text to appeal to visual and non-visual learners alike Features a companion website containing interactive self-testing features

Wound Care at a Glance combines superb illustrations with accessible and informative text to make the key concepts of wound care easy to understand. Providing practical guidance for all healthcare professionals who care for people with wounds, or who have an interest in this complex area of healthcare, it succinctly addresses a wide range of issues including relevant anatomy and physiology, psychological issues, physical care considerations, patient safety issues, legal and ethical issues, and various treatment and management options.

4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW "This is a comprehensive manual summarizing key points for the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases encountered by health care clinicians. It is written in a condensed, outline form of the textbook "Infectious Diseases in 30 Days" with the addition of "Highlights" at the beginning of each chapter. The initial chapter provides a thoughtful review of anti-infective therapy. The subsequent 16 chapters outline key facts in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases."--Doody's Review Service Designed to fit into a lab coat pocket, this handy reference provides quick access to diagnosis and treatment information of the full spectrum of infectious diseases. Features a minimum amount of text and a maximum amount of tables, charts, graphs, and mnemonics for easy access.

4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW "This handbook was intended for pediatric emergency medicine board candidates, but it can also function as a handbook for established practitioners in the emergency setting....This is the first edition of this unique handbook and is an excellent must read study guide as well as a practical handbook for use in the pediatric emergency setting."--Doody's Review Service