Packed with detailed, full-color illustrations and live surgery images, the Association of Surgical Technologists' SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY FOR THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST: A POSITIVE CARE APPROACH, 6th EDITION, delivers the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of over 200 essential surgical procedures. It includes essential topics such as surgical asepsis, the surgical patient, technological concepts, all-hazards preparation, perioperative case management, equipment and supplies, postoperative considerations and more. "Surgical Technique Reminders” offer practical insight from CSTs in the field, and learning resources help you maximize your course success. The "A Positive Care" memory tool, real-life case studies with critical thinking questions, and the powerful digital learning solution, MindTap, all help prepare you for real-world practice. It is the ultimate resource for helping you anticipate the patient's and surgeon's needs before, during and after a surgical procedure. Read More

Association of Surgical Technologists

ISBN-13: 9780357625736 | ISBN-10: 0357625730

©2024

Fundamentals of Nursing, Australian and New Zealand 3rd edition, covers nursing concepts, skills and standards of practice for introductory nursing students (Bachelor of Nursing). You will learn the core themes of nursing, including nurse, person, health and environment, as well as how to apply critical thinking skills for culturally diverse populations in a variety of clinical environments. Based on the concepts of research and evidence-based practice, this text not only informs, but challenges you to assess your own nursing practice and apply the concepts you learn in class to real-life, clinical settings. Complemented by the best-selling Clinical Psychomotor Skills: Assessment tools for Nursing by Joanne Tollefson and Elspeth Hillman. A value pack of these two texts is available for you to purchase. Read More

Sue Carter DeLaune| Patricia Kelly Ladner| Lauren McTier| Joanne Tollefson

ISBN-13: 9780170459129 | ISBN-10: 0170459128

©2024

Strengthen your skills and develop a solid foundation for professional success with Green's UNDERSTANDING HEALTH INSURANCE: A GUIDE TO BILLING AND REIMBURSEMENT, 2023 Edition. This reader-friendly, comprehensive resource provides a practical, up-to-date guide to current medical code sets and coding guidelines, preparing you to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT® and HCPCS Level II 2023 codes; complete health insurance claims; and master key revenue management concepts. You'll focus on important topics such as managed care, legal and regulatory issues, coding systems and compliance, reimbursement methods, clinical documentation improvement, coding for medical necessity and common health insurance plans. The current edition introduces the MIPS Value Pathways; explains major changes for selecting codes in the CPT 2023 evaluation and management section; and clarifies key health insurance concepts such as risk adjustments, hierarchical condition category coding, patient portals, balance billing, coordination of benefits, third-party administrators, Medicare appeals process and whistleblowers. In addition, a helpful workbook provides hands-on assignments and case studies, while MindTap online resources offer interactive practice in completing CMS-1500 claims and assigning codes. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357764060 | ISBN-10: 0357764064

©2024

Gain an understanding of advanced topics in healthcare revenue cycle management and explore current issues impacting healthcare organization reimbursements with Parks' REVENUE CYCLE FOR HEALTHCARE. This book introduces you to the various roles of HIM professionals beyond the traditional HIM department. You study measures of hospital performance, such as case mix and risk adjustment programs. You also examine important topics, such as clinical documentation integrity, physician queries, predictive analytics use in the revenue cycle, claims audits, denials and appeals and pay-for-performance. All content corresponds to the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) competencies. Enrichment activities and case studies give you a first-hand view of real-world experiences as you prepare for employment. MindTap digital resources are also available to reinforce your grasp of healthcare revenue cycle management. Read More

Linda J. Parks

ISBN-13: 9780357625514 | ISBN-10: 035762551x

©2024

Health assessment is a process that evaluates the whole person as a physical, psychosocial and functional being, whether they’re young or old, well or ill. This market-leading text presents health assessment, physical examination information and skills for health professionals who complete these types of assessments. Health Assessment and Physical Examination takes you from basic concepts to more advanced health assessment. It uses the ENAP (Examine–Normal–Abnormal–Pathophysiology) approach to allow you to collect useful information. A case study at the end of each chapter walks you through an assessment example. The text includes advanced topics as well as ‘Urgent findings’, which highlights serious or life-threatening signs and critical assessment findings that need immediate attention. Read More

Pauline Calleja| Karen Theobald| Theresa Harvey| Mary Ellen Zator Estes

ISBN-13: 9780170463140 | ISBN-10: 0170463141

©2024

Strengthen your knowledge of the math concepts that are critical to successful pharmaceutical care with Moini's PHARMACEUTICAL CALCULATIONS FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS, 3E. This significantly revised hands-on reference guide clearly addresses essential math skills -- from simple addition and subtraction to formulas used in dosage calculations. You gain the skills needed to perform accurate drug calculations with confidence and help prevent medication errors as a pharmacy technician. In addition to the latest advancements and informative content, this edition includes numerous examples of medication labels, medical forms and other images to help you apply your professional skills in actual life. Clear chapters focus on key skills while additional Critical Thinking Questions and three new certification practice exams reinforce your knowledge. WebAssign digital resources are also available to accompany this invaluable resource. Read More

Jahangir Moini

ISBN-13: 9780357765975 | ISBN-10: 0357765974

©2024

Master the skills needed for medical coding with Green's bestselling 3-2-1 CODE IT! 2023 EDITION. Updated annually to reflect the most recent code set and coding guidelines, this easy-to-use guide is ideal for anyone just beginning medical coding. Updates incorporate the latest changes to ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT® and HCPCS Level II code sets and guide you in using the CDC's ICD-10-CM search tool website. The text's well-organized, intuitive approach begins with diagnosis coding before walking you through coding procedures and services. Separate chapters differentiate inpatient coding, outpatient coding, and general and specific coding guidelines. Memorable examples, clearly defined terms and printed and digital practice activities help you master concepts. Computer-assisted coding cases and professional tools such as encoder software help you prepare for professional coding credentials. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357763933 | ISBN-10: 0357763939

©2024

The modern learner needs to gain value from textbooks that go above and beyond just communicating written text. Moini/Enabulele/Scott's STERILE COMPOUNDING will allow students to learn in an interactive and engaging way using dynamic chapter content, case studies, visual aids and key takeaways that provide meaningful and memorable details about the sterile compounding requirements. The textbook is also organized in a clear and easy-to-follow format, making it a great tool to facilitate learning at any stage. Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) style review questions at the end of each chapter help students get certification-ready. Read More

Cengage| Obehi Enabulele, Pharm.D., MBA, M.S.| Obehi Enabulele, Pharm.D., MBA, M.S.

ISBN-13: 9780357766040 | ISBN-10: 0357766040

©2024

Develop 21st-century professional skills with ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL ASSISTING, Ninth Edition! This streamlined learning package provides step-by-step guidance to help you master front-office medical assisting and office management, while honing the critical-thinking and job skills you'll need for success as an allied health professional. The text features detailed coverage of fundamental administrative competencies, including professional responsibilities, interpersonal and written communications, records management, financial administration and office management. Simulated test questions, mapped competencies and updated certification standards add depth to every chapter and help you prepare for certification exams. New and revised content keeps you up-to-date on key developments in the field, including the newest requirements for electronic technology, insurance regulations, coding, health care reform, legal compliance and much more. Robust and reader-friendly, this trusted guide is essential reading for medical assistants who want to succeed in today’s allied health careers. Read More

Linda L. French| Lisa H. Turner

ISBN-13: 9780357765272 | ISBN-10: 0357765273

©2024

Become proficient in using the latest 2023 ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines and new 2023 ICD-10 codes with Bowie’s UNDERSTANDING ICD-10-CM AND ICD-10-PCS: A WORKTEXT, 2023 EDITION. Updated each year, this hands-on worktext presents today's most current diagnostic and procedural coding systems. New content covers codes released in the 2023 revision with examples of new codes for various body systems. This edition also covers new ICD-10-PCS codes with explanations that detail specific directions for coding various procedures. An easy-to-follow approach incorporates professional exercises, expanded actual coding assignments and real case studies. Illustrations and digital links to medical research websites strengthen your knowledge of anatomy and disease processes to increase coding accuracy. MindTap online tools with Medical Coding Trainer and more than 200 digital cases help you further prepare for certification exams and diagnostic and procedural coding success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357764190 | ISBN-10: 0357764196

©2024

Instead of relying on mass memorization, Colbert/Pierce's PATHOPHARMACOLOGY, Second Edition, helps you truly learn and internalize pharmacology and pathophysiology concepts -- for long-term professional success. An engaging writing style makes even complex topics easy to understand, while real clinical connections highlight the interrelatedness and relevancy of what you are learning. Analogies and learning hints are integrated throughout. For example, Chapter 13 uses a snarling dog illustration to show the sympathetic responses of the nervous system. Now you "know" that when the sympathetic nervous system is stimulated, pupils dilate to get more light in to see the situation and heart rate and breathing increase to get more oxygen to ready muscles for fight or flight. Reading this story makes understanding the autonomic responses easier than memorizing a list. Also available: MindTap. Read More

Bruce Colbert| Kurtis Pierce

ISBN-13: 9780357618165 | ISBN-10: 0357618165

©2024

Scrub in with SURGICAL INSTRUMENTATION, Third Edition! This uniquely useful text helps you understand surgical instruments, how and when to use them, common instrument sets assembled for different types of surgical procedures, how to clean and disinfect instruments and much more. Packed with hundreds of instrument photos and line drawings organized logically by function and surgery type, the text depicts common instruments alone, in collections and disassembled, with close-up views of key parts--making it easy for you to differentiate scissors, clamps, retractors and specialty instruments to create the ideal instrument sets for the surgery at hand. Prepare for professional success in any surgical discipline with SURGICAL INSTRUMENTATION, Third Edition. Read More

Nancymarie Phillips| Anita Hornacky

ISBN-13: 9780357625866 | ISBN-10: 0357625862

©2024

Master today's most current 2023 CPT® and HCPCS diagnostic and procedural coding as well as the latest guidelines from federal agencies, Medicare and the American Medical Association (AMA) with Bowie's UNDERSTANDING CURRENT PROCEDURAL TERMINOLOGY AND HCPCS CODING SYSTEMS, 2023 Edition. This trusted and comprehensive resource is updated annually to ensure you learn the most current code sets and understand key developments in the field as you prepare for certification exams and work in today's medical environment. New case studies and expanded coding assignments draw from real-world professional experiences for meaningful practice, while carefully illustrated procedures and current, interesting examples--including situations from COVID-19--help you perfect procedural coding skills for all medical specialties. In addition, hands-on practice with MindTap's digital learning tools can further prepare you for procedural coding success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357764305 | ISBN-10: 0357764307

©2024

Designed with you in mind, Tamparo/Lindh/Blesi's THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS, 5th Edition, is the complete guide to patient interactions in today's clinical care settings. Effective communication can ease patient anxiety, increase compliance and enhance health care interactions, especially when dealing with life-altering illness, death and dying, depression, substance use and abuse and other situations where patient behaviors can be unpredictable. In each chapter, you will explore caregivers' good and bad responses to stressful scenarios and techniques for improvement. Each chapter starts with a case study to bring life to the page and reinforces communication strategies with practice cases, boxed features, role-play exercises and questions throughout the text. No matter the situation you face on the job, THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS can prepare you with the soft skills you need to think critically and help patients cope. Read More

Carol D. Tamparo| Wilburta (Billie) Q. Lindh| Michelle Blesi

ISBN-13: 9780357619018 | ISBN-10: 0357619013

©2024

Gain a thorough understanding of the business side of health care with the practical approach in Harrison/Harrison/Taylor's INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH CARE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING, 2E. This health care finance book is specifically designed for readers with little or no accounting or finance background. The latest discussions detail cost reimbursement programs, economic factors driving the rising costs of medical services and health care reform -- from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 through future trends. Health care-related examples show you the importance of what you're learning as you study the basics of health care accounting and finance, from accounting fundamentals, operating the cash drawer and bank reconciliation through more complex issues of cash management, budgeting and variance analysis and revenue cycle management. Engaging case scenarios, helpful learning features and optional MindTap digital further reinforce what you learn. Read More

Carlene Harrison| William P. Harrison| Carol Taylor

ISBN-13: 9780357622049 | ISBN-10: 0357622049

©2024

Inspiring your future as a health care professional, Honeycutt's UNDERSTANDING HUMAN BEHAVIOR, 10th Edition, delivers reliable, practical information that equips you with a solid understanding of basic psychological and behavioral concepts from a health care perspective. Updated with the latest industry trends and examples, it streamlines coverage spanning a wide, useful range of important mental health topics -- and their implications for you as a health care professional. It includes updated coverage of cultural bias and competence; developmental disorders; trauma-informed care; drug use in the U.S.; alternative, complementary and integrative medicine; stress-management and much more. This powerful resource presents both client and caregiver perspectives, exploring the behaviors, emotions and coping mechanisms you may encounter in a variety of health care situations and settings. Practical examples and activities help you apply what you learn to real-world scenarios. Read More

Alyson Honeycutt

ISBN-13: 9780357618608 | ISBN-10: 0357618602

©2024

Designed for the Diploma of Nursing, Foundations of Nursing edition is mapped to the HLT54121 training package competencies, and aligns to the revised Standards for Practice for the Enrolled Nurse. Written to equip the enrolled nurse with current knowledge, and basic problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to successfully meet the demanding challenges of today’s health care, the text clearly explains concepts and definitions, and scaffolds knowledge. The student-friendly text provides a clear and fresh approach to the study of nursing; it is straightforward and heavily illustrated with colour photos of procedures. MindTap resources include polling activities, concept checks, quizzes, cases, Testbank, and heart & lung sounds, animations and videoclips. Read More

Susie Gray| Ali Moloney

ISBN-13: 9780170460408 | ISBN-10: 0170460401

©2024

Preparing for Nursing Practice provides clear and practical information about what it is to be a Graduate Registered Nurse (GRN), how to become the best registered nurse that you can be and how to consistently move toward your personal and professional goals. It includes contextual information, strategies, and reflective opportunities for you to develop your understanding of transitioning to professional practice as a GRN. The text explores professional concepts, plus context-based aspects of practice, policies and processes to ensure safe practice for both you as a GRN and the patient. Workbook-style activities with space to note your thoughts and progress enable you to keep this text as part of your portfolio and reflect on your growth as a nurse. Read More

Dr Helen Donovan

ISBN-13: 9780170460453 | ISBN-10: 0170460452

©2023

Holistic Mental Health Support is for trainees intending to work in self-directed, recovery-oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Real-world case studies help you understand how the chapter concepts might be applied in practice; insights from actual practitioners provide a deeper understanding of people and situations; figures and tables illustrate concepts to support your learning; and icons help you recognise various aspects of mental health care whenever they are mentioned in the text. Read More

Ali Moloney| Catherine Joustra

ISBN-13: 9780170457798 | ISBN-10: 0170457796

©2023

Up to date with current information on the latest health care regulations and technology, APPLIED LAW AND ETHICS IN HEALTH CARE, First Edition, prepares you to navigate the legal and ethical dilemmas you may face as a health care professional working in a medical environment. Beginning with an overview of business-related issues and the court system, the text proceeds to cover the standard of care, employment, criminal and tortious acts, contractual issues, negligence, medical malpractice and other important matters of law. The second half of the text delves into the ethical concerns present in medical practices, including patient confidentiality, health records, professional ethics and issues associated with patient births and deaths. A practical resource for both novices and seasoned professionals, the text features real-life cases and news stories to ground you in relevant laws and ethical issues, along with activities to hone your own critical-thinking and decision-making skills. This thoughtful, thorough guide can help you understand your legal and ethical obligations, when to seek legal advice, how to work with the legal profession and how to protect yourself and your future employers from medical malpractice and other legal risks. Read More

Wendy Mia Pardew| Wendy Mia Pardew

ISBN-13: 9780357623879 | ISBN-10: 0357623878

©2023

Now you can better understand and prevent disease transmission in today's clinical settings with the logically organized, current coverage in Rodriguez's MICROBIOLOGY FOR SURGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS, 3E. Updated content, meaningful case studies, learning features and supporting visuals help you explore the fascinating relationship between complex human systems and the microscopic world as you examine viruses, bacteria and other common infections and their sources. You establish a critical foundation in perioperative care that prepares you for the latest certification exams and professional success. Detailed overviews of today's health and safety procedures show you how to protect yourself and your patients from harmful microorganisms in the operating room. Discussions integrate the latest scientific developments and highlight today's professional terms, issues and challenges as you master the aseptic and sterile techniques to become a successful surgical technologist. Read More

Margaret Rodriguez

ISBN-13: 9780357626153 | ISBN-10: 035762615x

©2023

ESSENTIALS OF HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES, Fifth Edition, gives you a thorough introduction to fundamental Health Information Management concepts you'll need to understand as an allied health professional. Learning objectives are correlated and mapped to current CAHIIM curriculum standards, and each chapter includes key terms, assessments and case studies to help you learn and apply important concepts. Updated and expanded to reflect key industry trends, legal and regulatory developments and advances in technology, the Fifth Edition features new content on information systems, data management and security, ethics and cultural diversity and cultural competence, as well as timely resources related to telehealth and telemedicine. In addition, the product suite includes a variety of print and digital options to help you learn the way that's best for you. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357624258 | ISBN-10: 0357624254

©2023

Master the skills needed for medical coding today with Green's best-selling 3-2-1 CODE IT!, 2022 EDITION. Updated each year to reflect the most recent code and guideline changes, this easy-to-use medical coding guide is ideal if you are just beginning medical coding. Updates incorporate the latest changes to ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT® and HCPCS Level II coding sets and guide you in using the CDC's ICD-10-CM search tool website. This well-organized, intuitive approach begins with diagnosis coding before guiding you through coding procedures and services. Separate chapters differentiate inpatient and outpatient coding as well as general and specific coding guidelines. Memorable examples, clearly defined terms and hundreds of updated printed and digital practice activities help you master concepts. You also work with computer-assisted coding cases and professional tools as you prepare for professional coding credentials. MindTap digital resources further equip you for coding success. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357621226 | ISBN-10: 0357621220

©2023

Become proficient with the latest 2022 ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines and new 2022 ICD-10 codes using Bowie’s UNDERSTANDING ICD-10-CM AND ICD-10-PCS: A WORKTEXT, 2022 EDITION. Updated annually, this hands-on worktext presents the most current diagnostic and procedural coding systems. New content covers codes for COVID-19 and expanded, new ICD-10-CM codes for issues such as malignant bilateral ovaries, thrombocytosis, depression, toxic encephalopathy and social determinants of health. This edition's easy-to-follow approach reinforces understanding with professional exercises, expanded actual coding assignments and real case studies. Illustrations and digital links to medical research websites strengthen your knowledge of anatomy and disease processes to increase your coding accuracy. Use this trusted resource and MindTap online tools with Medical Coding Trainer and more than 200 digital cases to prepare for certification exams and diagnostic and procedural coding career success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357621721 | ISBN-10: 0357621727

©2023

Designed specifically for future allied health professionals, HUMAN DISEASES, Sixth Edition, includes everything you need to know about the diseases and disorders health care providers see and treat most often. Making pathology fully accessible, this best-selling text is packed with the most current research available and reflects the latest practices from the field. Following a basic review of anatomy and physiology, chapters present each disease's description, etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention, while detailed, full-color photos make it easier to gain a thorough understanding of key concepts. Completely up to date, the Sixth Edition includes information on new and emerging disorders, ICD-10 progress, pharmacology concerns, herbal and nontraditional remedies, current research and statistics and more. In addition, real-life cases and interactive learning tools give you hands-on experience to help you put what you learn into practice. Read More

Marianne Neighbors| Ruth Tannehill-Jones

ISBN-13: 9780357618042 | ISBN-10: 0357618041

©2023

Master today's most current 2022 CPT® and HCPCS diagnostic and procedural coding as well as the latest guidelines from federal agencies, Medicare and the American Medical Association (AMA) with Bowie's UNDERSTANDING CURRENT PROCEDURAL TERMINOLOGY AND HCPCS CODING SYSTEMS, 2022 EDITION. This trusted, comprehensive resource is updated every year to ensure you learn the most current code sets and developments in the field as you prepare for current certification exams and work in today's medical environment. New case studies and expanded coding assignments draw from actual professional experiences for meaningful practice. Carefully illustrated procedures and current, interesting examples, including situations from COVID-19, help you perfect procedural coding skills for all medical specialties. In addition, hands-on practice with MindTap's digital learning tools guide you in further preparing for procedural coding success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357621837 | ISBN-10: 0357621832

©2023

The ideal resource for those preparing for licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health careers, Colbert/James/Katrancha's ESSENTIALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS, 9th Edition, delivers "need to know" drug information in a reader-friendly format that empowers students with the confidence to master pharmacology. A bestseller, it stresses clinical application to ensure readers understand the relevancy of the material and why it's important to learn. Giving instructors ultimate flexibility, Part I offers a comprehensive review of pharmacologic principles, while Part II covers specific drug classifications and their medical uses. Chapters organize drugs by classifications and include the purpose, side effects, interactions and cautions or contraindications. Medication preparation, supplies and route of administration are thoroughly covered as well. Also available: MindTap. Read More

Bruce Colbert| Ruth Woodrow| Elizabeth Katrancha

ISBN-13: 9780357618301 | ISBN-10: 0357618300

©2023

Strengthen your skills and develop a solid foundation in medical insurance processing and revenue management with Green's UNDERSTANDING HEALTH INSURANCE: A GUIDE TO BILLING AND REIMBURSEMENT, 2022 Edition. This reader-friendly, comprehensive resource explains the latest developments and medical code sets and coding guidelines as you learn how to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT® 2022 codes and HCPCS level II codes, complete health care claims and master revenue management concepts. You focus on important topics such as the latest managed care, legal and regulatory issues, coding systems and compliance, reimbursement methods, clinical documentation improvement, coding for medical necessity and common health insurance plans. New material introduces electronic claims, performance measurement and processing clinical quality language. A helpful workbook provides hands-on assignments and case studies, while MindTap online resources offer practice in CMS-1500 claims completion and assigning codes. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357621356 | ISBN-10: 0357621352

©2023

Building on the best-selling MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS series, this comprehensive text is designed to help students with no healthcare background achieve deep competence in medical terminology. In addition to 14 in-depth chapters on body systems and a unit on diagnostic procedures and nuclear medicine, the text includes chapters dedicated to key specialty areas, including mental health, infant and child health, gerontology, oncology and pharmacology. With a time-tested chapter and learning exercise structure that has made the series a leader for over 30 years, this reader-friendly new resource features streamlined content, contemporary illustrations and real-world examples to help make even complex material accessible to students with varied learning styles, as well as ESL learners. Each chapter begins with a vocabulary list of 60 key terms and 15 essential word parts. Terms are pronounced in MindTap as they appear, and the Pronounce app features innovative voice recognition software that allows you to record your pronunciations and receive immediate feedback. Application-based activities give you practice with critical skills such as term dissection and word-building in a real-world context, providing valuable exposure to a variety of medical reports. Read More

Ann Ehrlich| Laura Ehrlich| Laura Ehrlich| Ann Ehrlich

ISBN-13: 9780357512630 | ISBN-10: 0357512634

©2023

Packed with step-by-step instructions and practical examples, Singhal/Kantz/Phinney/Halstead's DENTAL ASSISTING: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH, 6th Edition, is a one-stop resource for dental assistants in training. This all-inclusive text and product suite for dental assisting programs is written to encompass CODA accreditation standards and DANB certification competencies. Thoroughly updated, content covers basic and advanced clinical skills along with the latest information on key practices and procedures, equipment, and patient and employee safety standards. Icons highlight topics related to infection control, safety and legal issues, while Patient Dialogue, Documentation and Profession Encounters features give students insights into real-world practice. MindTap personalizes learning for students through multimedia and digital tools while equipping instructors with unrivaled support. Read More

Vaishali Singhal| Susan Kantz| Melissa Damatta

ISBN-13: 9780357456521 | ISBN-10: 0357456521

©2023

Health Services Assistance, 3e covers core and elective units for the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. Each chapter identifies the scope of practice and range of activities that can be undertaken when working in an Acute Care setting. The skills and knowledge required for the effective delivery of care, with examples, are detailed throughout the text, and exercises allow you to self-assess and use knowledge learnt as you go. Read More

Kathryn Austin

ISBN-13: 9780170464116 | ISBN-10: 0170464113

©2023

Mental Health Nursing: Applying Theory to Practice covers how you treat and manage people suffering from mental illness. You’ll learn how to work practically, and how to carry out a Mental State Examination (MSE) and risk assessment. It provides coverage of contemporary mental health issues, the Mental Health Act (2014), and criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). Critical thinking and review questions challenge you to apply theory to practice, and pharmacology is discussed in each disorder-chapter, helping to contextualise your learning. This enhanced edition now also includes discussion around mental health as it pertains to the effects that COVID-19 and the global pandemic have had on consumers and practitioners. Read More

Gylo (Julie) Hercelinskyj| Louise Alexander PhD

ISBN-13: 9780170458610 | ISBN-10: 017045861x

©2022

Clinical Psychomotor Skills: Assessment Tools for Nurses offers a unique blend of solid theoretical knowledge, linking it to clinical practice. The combined theory and workbook text covers the key clinical skills and knowledge that nursing students need, facilitating your mastery of provable competencies that fulfil the required standards. This edition uses a 5-point Assessment Scale. Your instructor will have a 3-point version available if preferred. The latest evidence-based material from nursing and associated literature – and reflecting The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia’s Registered Nurse Standards for Practice – make this the essential guide for students of registered nursing programs. Read More

Joanne Tollefson| Elspeth Hillman

ISBN-13: 9780170452649 | ISBN-10: 0170452646

©2022

A longtime favorite among students, Acello/Hegner's NURSING ASSISTANT: A NURSING PROCESS APPROACH has prepared more nursing assistants for meaningful careers in acute care, long-term care and home health than any other text. Providing easy-to-understand explanations, the 12th Edition walks you step-by-step through more than 150 procedures, including key skills in patient handling and transfers, wound care, communication, safety and record keeping, as well as special care procedures for patients with medical devices, catheters and physical or mental impairments. Ensuring you have a solid foundation, it also explains essential background information on basic human anatomy, career planning and emerging health care trends. Vibrant color photos and illustrations bring chapter concepts to life, while numerous print and digital study tools help you maximize your course success. Read More

Barbara Acello| Barbara Hegner

ISBN-13: 9780357372012 | ISBN-10: 0357372018

©2022

Essential Clinical Skills (ECS) addresses the practical (skills) component of the Diploma of Nursing, HLT54121. Successful completion of the skills component is mandatory for accreditation. ECS links nursing theory to clinical practice and helps you to expand your skills and understanding of different care situations. Skills grids in the text help you to assess your own performance, gain feedback on your performance and maintain a personal record of skills you have practised. The text is used as a handbook, a set of checklists and as an assessment portfolio, in conjunction with a Foundations of Nursing text. Read More

Joanne Tollefson| Gayle Watson| Eugenie Jelly| Karen Tambree

ISBN-13: 9780170454087 | ISBN-10: 0170454088

©2022

The Australian Carer: A Training Manual for Ageing Support, 5th Edition addresses the Certificate III in Individual Support. It is a practical, down-to-earth training manual for personal care workers in the contemporary health and community services environment. Studying with this textbook will keep you up to date on the latest best practice with the most current content on legislation and funding, palliative care, communications technology and strengths-based care. This textbook also encourages you to reflect on what you’ve learnt and debate aged care issues. Read More

Helen Croft| Jenny Pitkin| Darren Dee| Ali Moloney

ISBN-13: 9780170452281 | ISBN-10: 017045228x

©2022

Develop the skills and background for a career in medical billing and insurance processing or revenue management with Green's UNDERSTANDING HEALTH INSURANCE: A GUIDE TO BILLING AND REIMBURSEMENT, 2021 Edition. This complete resource explains the latest medical code sets and coding guidelines as you learn how to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS level II codes; complete health care claims and master revenue management concepts. You focus on today’s most important topics, including managed care, legal and regulatory issues, coding systems and compliance, reimbursement methods, clinical documentation improvement, coding for medical necessity and common health insurance plans. Updates address changes to ICD-10-CM and CPT 2021 codes and introduce electronic claims processing, clinical quality language and other developments. A helpful workbook provides assignments; case studies and CPC-P and CPB mock exams, while MindTap online resources offer practice in CMS-1500 claims and assigning codes. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357515587 | ISBN-10: 0357515587

©2022

Master the skills needed for medical coding today with Green's best-selling 3-2-1 CODE IT!, 2021 EDITION. Updated yearly to reflect the most recent changes, this easy-to-use medical coding guide is written specifically for beginning coders. Updates address the latest changes to ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT® and HCPCS Level II coding sets, including CDC's new ICD-10-CM search tool website and new CPT® 2021 codes and descriptions. This well-organized, intuitive approach begins with diagnosis coding before progressing to more in-depth coding of procedures and services. Separate chapters differentiate inpatient and outpatient coding as well as general and specific coding guidelines. Memorable examples, clearly defined terms and hundreds of printed and digital practice opportunities help you master concepts. You also work with computer-assisted coding cases and professional tools in preparation for professional coding credentials. A workbook and MindTap resources help you further prepare for coding success. Read More

Michelle Green

ISBN-13: 9780357516010 | ISBN-10: 035751601x

©2022

Now in its 9th Edition, Schroeder/Ehrlich/Schroeder Smith/Ehrlich's MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS focuses on the current, relevant terms you need to know to succeed in the health care field. The program is designed to simplify the process of memorizing complex medical terminology by focusing on the importance of word parts -- common prefixes, suffixes and root words. Every chapter helps you practice the pronunciation and understanding of key terms through interactive activities, real-life medical scenarios and critical thinking exercises. Reflecting real-world practice, all terms, definitions, procedures, illustrations and data are completely up to date. The latest edition of this market leader includes expanded coverage of gender identity and gender reassignment, COVID-19, advanced directives, durable medical equipment, dental procedures, diabetic pathology, and more. Also available: MindTap digital learning solution. Read More

Ann Ehrlich| Carol L. Schroeder| Laura Ehrlich| Katrina A. Schroeder

ISBN-13: 9780357513699 | ISBN-10: 035751369x

©2022

Master the unique aspects of healthcare HRM that are most relevant to your success with Flynn/Valentine/Meglich's HEALTHCARE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, 4E. This edition's focused, specialized approach is ideal -- whether you are preparing to work in healthcare or are currently a healthcare practitioner, consultant and managerial professional seeking to advance. This distinctive approach provides the most current, topical information on healthcare management in today's ever-changing industry. The latest organizational examples, scenarios and illustrations keep you ahead of the curve, while thorough discussions explore the rising demand for healthcare professionals against the backdrop of worker shortages and the continuing national debate on healthcare reform. Equip yourself with best practices as this edition examines how challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic response, drug and alcohol use by healthcare employees and medical errors, impact HR function. Read More

Walter J. Flynn| Sean Valentine| Patricia Meglich

ISBN-13: 9780357512449 | ISBN-10: 0357512448

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Master today's most current 2021 CPT® and HCPCS diagnostic and procedural coding as well as the latest guidelines from federal agencies, Medicare and the American Medical Association (AMA) with Bowie's UNDERSTANDING CURRENT PROCEDURAL TERMINOLOGY AND HCPCS CODING SYSTEMS, 2021 EDITION. This trusted resource is updated every year to ensure you learn the most current code sets and developments in the field as you prepare for current certification exams and work in today's medical environment. New case studies and expanded coding assignments draw from actual professional experiences for meaningful practice. Carefully illustrated procedures and current, interesting examples help you perfect your procedural coding skills for all medical specialties. In addition, extensive hands-on practice with MindTap's new digital learning tools guide you in further preparing for procedural coding success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357516980 | ISBN-10: 0357516982

©2022

Become proficient with the latest 2021 ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding guidelines and new 2021 ICD-10 codes using Bowie’s UNDERSTANDING ICD-10-CM AND ICD-10-PCS: A WORKTEXT, 2021 EDITION. This hands-on worktext is updated annually to ensure the latest coverage of today's ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS diagnostic and procedural coding system. New content presents codes for emerging issues, such as vaping and COVID-19. This edition's easy-to-follow approach reinforces your understanding with proven learning features. You immediately apply what you've learned with professionally focused exercises in this edition, expanded actual coding assignments and real case studies. Vivid color illustrations and digital links to medical research websites demonstrate how a thorough knowledge of anatomy and disease processes can increase coding accuracy. Use this trusted resource and accompanying MindTap online tools to prepare for certification exams as well as diagnostic and procedural coding success. Read More

Mary Jo Bowie

ISBN-13: 9780357516843 | ISBN-10: 0357516842

©2022

Get more out of your HIM course with Schnering/Sayles/McCuen's CASE STUDIES IN HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, 4th Edition! More than a collection of fascinating case scenarios, this versatile worktext gives you experience applying theories from the classroom to practices in the modern health care environment. Case studies explore major HIM topics, including current issues in health data management, health care privacy and ethics, information technology, revenue management and compliance, leadership, project and operations management, quality and performance statistics. A quick-reference correlation grid to current RHIA® and RHIT® domains and competencies helps you focus on specific areas for certification exams. The Student Companion Website connects you with extra content and references for self-study, hands-on spreadsheets for problem-solving and realistic forms for documentation practice. Read More

Patricia Schnering| Nanette B. Sayles| Charlotte McCuen

ISBN-13: 9780357506196 | ISBN-10: 0357506197

©2022

Strengthen your knowledge base as well as the critical skills and behaviors needed to become a successful entry-level medical assistant with Blesi's MEDICAL ASSISTING: ADMINISTRATIVE AND CLINICAL COMPETENCIES, 9E. Clear and easy to understand, this streamlined edition now includes a complete, updated section on the structure and function of body systems with current medical terminology presented in context. Updates highlight the latest information in nutrition, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ICD-10 and electronic health records. Expanded content focuses on increasing your personal effectiveness as you study professionalism, teamwork and time management. New chapters also discuss geriatrics and mental health -- topics of growing importance. You examine the latest procedures as you increase your general, administrative and clinical competencies. MindTap digital resources help you further develop a competitive advantage as you pursue a career in medical assisting today. Read More

Michelle Blesi

ISBN-13: 9780357502815 | ISBN-10: 0357502817

©2022

Providing the most up-to-date coverage available, Short/Levin-Goldstein's HEAD, NECK & DENTAL ANATOMY, 5th Edition, combines engaging yet concise instructional content with full-color figures and photos that illuminate anatomical details of the mouth and teeth -- giving you a go-to resource throughout your education and career. More student friendly than ever, the new edition includes worksheets with additional multiple choice and labeling questions -- helping you maximize your success in the course and on the CDA exam. Photos of actual teeth are also included, and the most important features of each tooth are detailed in brief charts that make excellent study guides. Read More

Marjorie J. Short| Deborah Levin-Goldstein

ISBN-13: 9780357457122 | ISBN-10: 0357457129

©2022

Providing a solid foundation for the dental field, Kindle/Dofka's DENTAL TERMINOLOGY, 4th Edition, is a quick reference guide that breaks down complicated dental word parts so you can easily learn their meanings. Its innovative word-building approach helps dental assistants understand and remember terminology. Instead of a strict dictionary of dental terms, it serves as a word bank with pronunciation guides and definitions applied to specific practice areas. Chapters are organized by specialty area, so you can quickly find the information you need. The new edition has been thoroughly updated with current visuals, pictures and diagrams. Whether utilized in the classroom or on the job, DENTAL TERMINOLOGY is a valuable reference you can use for years to come. Read More

Charline M. Dofka| Charline M. Dofka

ISBN-13: 9780357456828 | ISBN-10: 0357456823

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Compact yet comprehensive, Norman/Phinney/Halstead's DENTAL ASSISTING INSTRUMENTS AND MATERIALS GUIDE, 3rd edition, offers an ideal, quick-reference resource that covers the various instruments and materials used in all practice areas of modern dentistry. Detailed coverage of proper functions, properties, precautions and tray setups is supported by hundreds of full-color photos that make memorization easier. This convenient handbook equips you with the fundamental instrument and equipment knowledge today's dental assistants need for success in a continually advancing field. Read More

Pat Norman| Judy Halstead| Judy Halstead

ISBN-13: 9780357457405 | ISBN-10: 0357457404

©2022

As technology, legislation and industry practices continue to rapidly evolve, the health information management profession has become increasingly dynamic, complex and essential. McWay's TODAY'S HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: AN INTEGRATED APPROACH, 3rd Edition, helps you master the fundamental principles and cutting-edge practices required for success in this high-demand field. Reflecting the latest trends and best practices, the third edition includes new coverage of HIM careers, informatics, data privacy, the digital divide and digital literacy, data sets, information systems, CRISPR, assistive technology, the role of de-identified data and much more. New online and distance learning resources are also available. It's an ideal resource for aspiring technicians and managers as well as HIM professionals working toward a degree or certification. Read More

Dana C. McWay

ISBN-13: 9780357510087 | ISBN-10: 0357510089

©2022

An ideal resource for dental assistants and hygienists, Damatta/Singhal/Jennings' MEDICAL EMERGENCIES GUIDE FOR DENTAL AUXILIARIES, 5th Edition, delivers up-to-date information and instruction for effectively handling the most common medical emergencies that may occur in the dental office. It covers basic technical instruction, first-aid techniques, legal concerns, safety procedures, prescription management programs and more. Packed with full-color photos, the text's vibrant new design brings core concepts to life, boosts your comprehension and helps you think critically about key concepts. "Test Your Knowledge" boxes enable you to assess your progress, while case studies give you practice thinking through real-life scenarios you may encounter on the job. "Emergency Basics" boxes outline the sequence of steps for recognizing a medical emergency and provide action points to assist the patient. Read More

Melissa Damatta| Vaishali Singhal

ISBN-13: 9780357456927 | ISBN-10: 0357456920

©2022

The highly respected DHO HEALTH SCIENCE continues to provide an all-in-one resource to build student excitement about the vast possibilities for a future in healthcare as well as covering introductory knowledge and skills in the health science curriculum. Organized in two parts, the text opens with foundational information required to enter a broad range of health professions, including infection control, first aid, legal requirements, and professionalism. Part two covers fundamental entry-level skills for a range of specific careers, including medical assisting, dental assisting, nursing assisting and more. Carefully revised to include current medical issues and technology from the Opioid Epidemic to frozen Stem Cells, the Ninth Edition is updated to current National Healthcare Foundation Standards, HIPPA and OBRA requirements, as well as HOSA student competitions. The ninth edition has also added NEW Case Study Investigations that bookend each chapter and offer students a chance to bring newly learned knowledge to help analyze patient scenarios and make recommendations. Prepare future health care professionals with an extensive learning package that includes an online teacher’s resource kit and instructor’s manual, student workbook, and MindTap, the online learning solution that includes hands-on Learning Lab simulations where concepts come to life via learning activities and videos of patients and medical professionals in decision-making scenarios. Read More

Louise Simmers, M.Ed.| Karen Simmers-Nartker, B.S.N.| Sharon Simmers-Kobelak, B.B.A.| Janet Fuller

ISBN-13: 9780357419991 | ISBN-10: 0357419995

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