The important aspects of nutrition, drugs and vaccines are explained in a simple manner so that it will be easily understood. Combination of drugs can be dangerous and should be avoided as far as possible. The indications, contraindications, adverse effects of various medicines and vaccines are discussed in detail which will be helpful for the monitoring of patients. Designed for medical students which will help them to understand various facts in nutrition such as positive and negative aspects of nutrition, feeding and various other nutritional factors. Basics of x-rays and radiological features of various clinical conditions are discussed in detail. Indications, contraindications and adverse effects of various medicine and vaccines are discussed in detail. Mnemonics for easy remembrance and recollection.

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Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorder: DSM-5 Selections is crafted around a specific disorder cited in DSM-5. This selection provides a comprehensive overview of the process of diagnosing schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders while serving as a reference guide to assist in the diagnosis of individual patients. The disorder-specific resource is an invaluable addition to the DSM-5 collection and an important contribution to the mental health profession. This book contains the critical disorder-specific content from these four titles: * Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) * DSM-5 Clinical Cases* DSM-5 Self-Exam Questions* DSM-5 Guidebook

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Some of the questions from the earlier editions have been deleted and many new questions relevant to the current information have been added and updated. The answers to these MCQs are based on the current eighth edition of Essentials of Medical Pharmacology authored by KD Tripathi. Additionally, it has incorporated explanatory answers for the MCQs in the current edition. This will assist the students to understand the reasoning behind the correct answers. MCQs in Pharmacology is based on the widely used textbook Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th edition authored by KD Tripathi. It presents MCQs relevant to fundamental principles including factual information about drugs needed for their judicious clinical application. The key highlight of this book is that the answers of MCQs have been explained in detail from the Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th edition for better student understanding. The explanation to the MCQs have been appropriately presented along with mentioning the page number from which they have been cited from Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th edition for further student reading. This MCQ book helps the students in preparing for various entrance examinations. The questions are designed to provide a means of self-study and self-assessment. The book will assist assimilation and recall of accurate pharmacological knowledge.

This 2nd edition of the UK's best selling book on medical school interviews contains up to date information on NHS current issues and extensive advice on how to handle MMI-style interviews. This book presents an in-depth look at over 150 medical school interview questions. The book provides you with techniques to address the various types of questions, analyses good and bad examples of answers, teaches you how to add depth to your answers and how to answer those difficult ethical scenarios and lateral thinking questions. If someone asked you: Why medicine? or What are the qualities of a good doctor? Would you crumble or would you respond with the same old cliche as the next candidate? How about: What makes a good team player? Are you a leader or a follower? Should alcoholics receive liver transplants? Was it a good idea to send a man to the moon?

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With an aging baby boomer population and life-prolonging medical advances, psychiatrists must brace for an estimated 10 million late-life patients by the year 2020. Geriatric Psychiatry (Review of Psychiatry, Volume 22) outlines current research on this burgeoning patient group, with practice implications for clinicians.

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Also included is an overview of the mental health delivery system for older adults today, including trends in federal expenditures, managed care, long-term-care regulatory trends, special concerns for older adults with severe mental illness, and legislative and policy initiatives.

Every psychiatrist who treats adults must prepare for a major increase in older patients. Geriatric Psychiatry serves as a vital update on current knowledge and practice options for improving quality of life in older adults with mental illnesses.

Depressive Disorders: DSM-5 Selections is crafted around a specific disorder cited in DSM-5. This selection provides a comprehensive overview of the process of diagnosing depressive disorders while serving as a reference guide to assist in the diagnosis of individual patients. The disorder-specific resource is an invaluable addition to the DSM-5 collection and an important contribution to the mental health profession. This book contains the critical disorder-specific content from these four titles: * Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) * DSM-5 Clinical Cases* DSM-5 Self-Exam Questions* DSM-5 Guidebook

Anatomy and Physiology is a complex subject spanning many health science disciplines. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology has always been recognized for its pioneering homeostatic approach to learning the subject.

This International Adaptation of the 16th edition combines exceptional content and outstanding visuals for a rich and comprehensive classroom experience and continues to set the standard for the discipline. It has been paired with a comprehensive Study Guide, offering a thoughtfully designed course in Anatomy and Physiology.

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In this new book, leading experts in the field of child and adolescent consultation-liaison psychiatry present a practical guide for mental health professionals consulting in hospitals, schools, and the juvenile justice system. It is designed to aid the psychiatrist or psychologist in becoming an effective case consultant, as well as a practical-minded educator sought by mental health professionals in other disciplines.

"Child and Adolescent Mental Health Consultation in Hospitals, Schools, and Courts" is comprised of three sections, each covering the following subject areas: - Characteristics of each system and the professionals who work in that setting - The logistics of consultation - Typical problems encountered - Suggested interventions

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Sleep-Wake Disorders: DSM-5 Selections is crafted around a specific disorder cited in DSM-5. This selection provides a comprehensive overview of the process of diagnosing sleep-wake disorders while serving as a reference guide to assist in the diagnosis of individual patients. The disorder-specific resource is an invaluable addition to the DSM-5 collection and an important contribution to the mental health profession. This book contains the critical disorder-specific content from these four titles: * Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) * DSM-5 Clinical Cases* DSM-5 Self-Exam Questions* DSM-5 Guidebook