Category: Fast Facts

Fast Facts: Schizophrenia

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Shon W. Lewis, Robert W. Buchanan.
Pages: 90 Size: 9.2 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 05 October, 2015
eISBN-13: 9781910797105

Schizophrenia is a devastating disorder that starts in early life and can lead to lifelong disability. It is a major public health challenge for all cultures and all countries. Clinical practice must therefore focus on early intervention, optimal treatment, shared decision-making and long-term recovery. “By listening to patients’ experiences, alongside the latest research, we now know much more about ‘what works’,” say the authors of this fully updated fourth edition of Fast Facts: Schizophrenia. In this highly readable resource, they cover the present state of knowledge about the neurobiology, diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia, including: emerging evidence from genome-wide association studies for multiple susceptibility genes; DSM-5 diagnostic criteria plus discussion of alternative classification systems; a comprehensive review of drug and non-drug treatment strategies and how to improve adherence; a new management principles chapter that emphasizes the importance of coordinated multidisciplinary care; the latest findings of structural and functional imaging studies. With good care delivered by knowledgeable compassionate health professionals, many people will recover at least partially from their first episode of psychosis and live a fulfilling life. Written from an international perspective, Fast Facts: Schizophrenia will refresh and update family physicians, psychiatrists in training, mental health nurses and medical students – in fact, all health professionals – who need to know about the disorder and need to know it quickly.

Fast Facts: Osteoarthritis

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Philip G Conaghan, Amanda E Nelson
Pages: 114 Size: 2.69 MB Format: PDF Publisher: Health Press
Published: 01 April, 2012
eISBN-13: 9781908541215

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and represents a massive problem in our aging and overweight society. Nevertheless, by tailoring management to the individual`s needs, the authors of “Fast Facts: Osteoarthritis” believe that “something can be done to help every person with osteoarthritis”. This fully updated second edition provides a clinically relevant, all-in-one reference for all providers caring for individuals with OA, including: expert guidance on well-established diagnostic criteria and investigations; up-to-date, practical information on non-pharmacological management, including strengthening exercises and complementary medicines; and, joint-specific treatments for the hand, hip and knee, including intra-articular corticosteroid injections. For all healthcare professionals who have ever felt unable to provide effective therapy for this disease, or who have encountered negative patient and community attitudes to joint pain, “Fast Facts: Osteoarthritis” is essential reading.

Fast Facts: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: John D. Isaacs, Larry W. Moreland
Pages: 118 Size: 2.74 MB Format: PDF Publisher: Health Press
Published: 01 May, 2011
eISBN-13: 9781905832934

This thoroughly updated second edition of “Fast Facts: Rheumatoid Arthritis” provides an easy-to-read overview of how the condition is thought to develop and how it is diagnosed, monitored and treated. Written by two leading UK and US rheumatologists, it covers the many recent developments in this field, including: recently published classification criteria; the emerging role of anti-CCP autoantibodies; the latest developments in ultrasound and MRI; the association between RA and cardiovascular disease and lung disease; new concepts of undifferentiated arthritis and treatment to remission; and, the importance of early referral and new biological therapies. “Fast Facts: Rheumatoid Arthritis” provides a well-referenced international perspective on this condition. It is a `must read` for all healthcare professionals caring for patients with this debilitating inflammatory joint disease.

Fast Facts: Ophthalmology

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Peter Simcock And Andre Burger.
Pages: 92 Size: 23.84 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 10 August, 2015
eISBN-13: 9781908541857

This fully updated new edition has been designed for ease and speed of use in clinical practice. It will empower you with the knowledge to triage your patients into three main groups: emergencies requiring immediate referral; non-emergencies requiring routine referral; or those with treatable conditions. Primarily intended for doctors, optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and other health professionals involved with eye care within the community, this refreshingly readable handbook discusses the major ophthalmological symptoms in the context of daily clinical practice.

Fast Facts: Multiple Sclerosis

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Mary Rensel And Orla Gray.
Pages: 106 Size: 14.3 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 29 August, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781910797273

Since the last edition of this book, ‘no evidence of disease activity’ (NEDA) has been proposed as a new treatment target, early data on the first pharmacological treatments for progressive MS have emerged, and the first remyelination trial has shown positive effects on nerve repair. It is with this sense of optimism that the authors of Fast Facts: Multiple Sclerosis have detailed the latest developments for use in clinical practice by all members of the multidisciplinary team, including: – a concise overview of investigations and modern diagnostic criteria – a holistic approach to all signs and symptoms, and proactive relapse management – the latest disease-modifying drugs, including when to treat, choice of drug and risk versus benefit. With case histories that will help to guide treatment decisions, discussion of the special considerations for MS during pregnancy, and in children and the elderly, and a detailed outline of emerging therapies, this book will benefit all healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with

Fast Facts: Lymphoma

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Chris Hatton, Ma, Frcp Frcpath., Graham Collins, Ma, Mrcp, Frcpath., Dphil., John Sweetenham, Md, Frcp.
Pages: 120 Size: 26.29 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 27 July, 2015
eISBN-13: 9781908541796

Hodgkin lymphoma and the many different subtypes of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) have different responses to treatment, so accurate diagnosis and a rational approach to management are essential. Fast Facts: Lymphoma distills the most important aspects of the diagnosis and management of these complex disorders into a highly accessible well-illustrated summary of the key facts. This fully updated second edition provides:

  • a clear outline of the nature of lymphoma
  • the essentials of clinical presentation, biopsy and basic histology
  • the latest laboratory diagnostics, including immunophenotyping, cytogenetics and microarray technology
  • key aspects of staging and initial therapy
  • superbly illustrated overviews of the pathology, presentation, treatment and prognosis of each lymphoma subtype
  • new treatment options, including targeted biological therapies
  • a practical overview of supportive care for the complications of lymphoma.

Written by three experts in the field from the UK and USA, Fast Facts: Lymphoma applies an international perspective to this challenging disease in a unique format within the context of clinical practice. It is a valuable resource for trainee doctors and specialist nurses working in the field of hemato-oncology. It will also be of interest to the inquiring patient or carer who wishes to know more about lymphoma.

Fast Facts: Liver Disorders

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Thomas Mahl, John O’Grady.
Pages: 98 Size: 8.07 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 27 July, 2015
eISBN-13: 9781908541963

With rising levels of alcohol consumption, obesity and viral hepatitis infection, liver disease is presenting more and more frequently in general practice. Health professionals need to be adept at isolating the cause of disease and initiating prompt action. Fast Facts: Liver Disorders is designed to help primary care providers, hospital doctors and specialist nurses understand the most important issues as quickly as possible, including the indicators of severe disease in order to identify patients who need specialist referral. This succinct, practical handbook provides quick access to: * an organized approach to the interpretation of liver function tests * guidance on determining levels of alcohol consumption * the latest hepatitis B and C treatments * key information on the complications of cirrhosis * an overview of the common clinical problems associated with transplantation. With its simple explanations, clear illustrations and logical algorithms, Fast Facts: Liver Disorders will help you identify and correct liver disease, minimize permanent damage, and monitor and manage recovery within the community.

Fast Facts: Hypertension

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Graham A. Macgregor, Michael Stowasser.
Pages: 74 Size: 12.89 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 15 February, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781910797051

Hypertension is a highly treatable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, yet it remains underdiagnosed, undertreated and, in many cases, poorly controlled. Sometimes dubbed ‘the silent killer’, hypertension rarely produces symptoms until it manifests as a heart attack or stroke. Early identification of the condition by routine blood pressure measurement and appropriate ongoing management are therefore vital. In this updated fifth edition of Fast Facts: Hypertension, two authors of international renown provide a practical evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of the condition. The book provides a thorough overview of hypertension, covering: – Accurate measurement of blood pressure and problems such as ‘white-coat’ hypertension – Routine assessments for people with high blood pressure – Consideration of other modifiable risk factors – smoking, high cholesterol levels, etc. – Non-pharmacological measures that doctors can advise on – reduce salt, lose weight, increase physical activity, etc. – Up-to-date trial results on all the pharmacological options – Special considerations for the treatment of children, pregnant women, the elderly and patients with diabetes. Primary care physicians have a leading role to play in screening for hypertension and ensuring that patients receive the most appropriate treatment. Fast Facts: Hypertension provides a concise readable refresher on this common and potentially devastating condition.

Fast Facts: Diabetes Mellitus

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Scobie, Ian N
Pages: 130 Size: 3.23 MB Format: PDF Publisher: Health Press
Published: 01 June, 2012
eISBN-13: 9781908541246

Fast Facts: Diabetes Mellitus continues to grow in popularity as essential reading for all healthcare professionals. As well as providing a practical approach to the causes and clinical manifestations of types 1 and 2 diabetes, it is packed with information on early detection, and comprehensive details of the latest drug therapies, insulin regimens, delivery methods and injection sites.

Fast Facts for the Clinical Nurse Manager: Managing a Changing Workplace in a Nutshell, 2nd ed.

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Author: Barbara J. Fry.
Pages: 159 Size: 672 KB Format: EPUB Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Published: 30 November, 2015
eISBN-13: 9780826127891

Clinical nurse managers face myriad challenges, including administrative, clinical, and interpersonal issues. This concise, practical resource offers wise guidance for nurses working in this complex, fast-paced role. Addressing common complaints and anxieties, it offers quick access to insights, proven strategies, and tools for effectively coping with such situations as institutional change, a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, resistance to change, and toxic behaviors. Fully updated and revised, the second edition provides sound advice addressing the changing dynamics in health care that have amplified the challenges of clinical nurse management. It offers strategies for boosting staff morale during times of fear and anxiety, explains how to reclaim professional practice and focus on quality of care, advocates for nurses at senior levels, and discusses how to maintain one`s identity in an interdisciplinary setting. Designed to assist clinical nurse managers at all levels in developing new and effective ways of leading in a rapidly changing health care environment, this resource helps foster a better quality of work life and professional practice. It features concise chapters and bulleted information for quick access and at-a-glance “Fast Facts in a Nutshell” boxes. Also included are helpful tools and worksheets for managing a variety of challenges, along with the “Top 10 Fast Facts for Thriving in a Changing Workplace.” New to the Second Edition:

  • Completely updated and revised
  • New chapter, “Who Stole the Art of Nursing?”
  • New content on fostering and nurturing therapeutic relationships
  • More information on rewards and recognition to keep staff motivatedKey

Features:

  • Presents timely content ready to be applied in a professional setting
  • Presents information in an easy-to-access format with concise chapters, bulleted lists, and Fast Facts in a Nutshell boxes* Advocates a back-to-basics approach to clinical care
  • Packed with current, useful, and accessible information that fits in a pocket
  • Written by a noted author, keynote speaker, and facilitator highly experienced in helping nurses in leadership roles

Fast Facts: Diagnosing Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Paul L Haun; Julia Scarisbrick, Julia

Pages: 86 Size: 51.72 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 22 August, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781910797297

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is one of the great mimickers . To be certain of the diagnosis, there must be clear correlation between the pathological and clinical findings, making collaboration between clinicians and pathologists essential. Knowing the patient’s history, lesion description and diagnostic work-up will help the pathologist make a more informed decision with respect to the histopathology under the microscope. Likewise, understanding the terminology used in the pathology report will improve the clarity of the clinician s diagnosis.

Fast Facts: Diagnosing Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma is designed to help primary care providers, dermatologists and pathologists speak the same language. With over 100 superb clinical and pathological images, this concise, practical handbook will ensure clear communication with respect to the clinical presentation, histopathology and immunophenotyping of:

  • early and advanced mycosis fungoides and its variants
  • Sézary syndrome
  • other non-mycosis fungoides CTCLs.

Fast Facts: Early Breast Cancer

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Paul L Haun; Julia Scarisbrick, Julia

Pages: 86 Size: 51.72 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 22 August, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781910797297

Provides a comprehensive overview of stage 0, I, II and IIIA disease, including the latest thinking on the risk of developing breast cancer and the value (or not) of screening, alongside the importance of clinical staging and triple assessment.

Fast Facts: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer

Posted onAuthorKieran Lamb

Mary O’Brien;Benjamin Besse

Pages: 71 Size: 4.98 MB Format: EPUB Publisher: Health Press
Published: 29 August, 2016
eISBN-13: 9781910797310

Rapid developments in the classification, screening and treatment of non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) are improving outcomes for patients with the disease. This insightful guide is designed to bring you up to speed with recent advances, including: – the latest CT-based screening and interval growth imaging techniques – proposed changes to the TNM classification system – the increasing trend for minimally invasive and lung-sparing surgery – stereotactic radiation for early-stage tumors – new targeted therapies – breakthroughs in personalized medicine. Today’s developments will change tomorrow?s standards of care.