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Clinical Audiology: An Introduction 3rd Edition

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Feb 212022

The third edition of Clinical Audiology: An Introduction provides a comprehensive enhancement of all the introductory material available in previous editions of this stimulating textbook. Students can gain an understanding of the scope of the field of audiology and feel prepared to dive deeper into the subject as they progress through their courses. This essential book, now with even more exciting content and features, focuses on the clinical nature of audiology to familiarize students with the many challenging questions encountered by an audiologist.

This textbook is intended primarily for beginning-level students in the fields of audiology and speech-language pathology. It is intended for the first major courses in audiology, whether it be at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Whether your goal is to pursue a career as an audiologist or a speech-language pathologist, Clinical Audiology: An Introduction, Third Edition is the most comprehensive, accessible book available to provide you with the clinical understanding to advance in your chosen field.

New to the Third Edition

New Coauthor: Virginia Ramachandran, AuD, PhD
Two new chapters on implantable hearing technology and hearing assistive and connectivity technologies
Updated descriptions of hearing disorders and their causes
Expanded focus on diagnostic approach strategies
Expanded audiological treatment section
Updated hearing aid technology and verification approaches
An introduction to vestibular system assessment

Key Features

Chapter objectives at the beginning of each chapter preview the concepts to be discussed.
End of chapter discussion questions aid students in applying concepts.
End of chapter summaries outline the key points from the chapter improve retention
Margin notes provide key terms and definitions.
Bolded key terms draw attention to important concepts throughout the text.
Clinical notes describe particular techniques students might consider using.
Comprehensive glossary and index

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Contemporary Occupational Health Nursing: A Guide for Practitioners 2nd Edition

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Feb 112022

This textbook – now thoroughly revised and updated – provides a practical guide for those in training, or practising within, occupational health nursing. Concerned with the health of people at work and the effects of work on health and health on work, this distinctive branch of public health nursing requires specific knowledge and skills.

Contemporary Occupational Health Nursing includes chapters on: public health, leadership, health promotion and protection, health surveillance, health assessment, case management and rehabilitation, mental health, management of occupational health services and epidemiology and research, quality assurance and audit. The second edition includes additional content on health risk assessment and the Fit for Work Service, occupational health management systems, psychosocial factors and mindfulness, among other things.

Discussion of ethical issues is woven throughout and each chapter is written by an experienced occupational health nurse practitioner and includes features such as case studies, activities, learning objectives and chapter summaries. This book can be used as a text by those undertaking specialist community public health nursing qualifications and as an important resource for all nurses working in occupational health practice.

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Pediatric Skills for Occupational Therapy Assistants 5th Edition

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Feb 102022

Learn to provide effective therapy for children and adolescents! Pediatric Skills for Occupational Therapy Assistants, 5th Edition covers the entire scope of pediatric OT practice, from normal childhood development to pediatric disorders and treatment planning. Case studies and helpful tips reinforce your understanding and make it easier to apply OT principles to the clinical setting. This edition is thoroughly updated with online videos and new coverage of community systems, physical agent modalities, childhood obesity, Model of Human Occupation assessments, and Kinesio Taping^®. Written by noted OTA educators Jean Solomon and Jane O’Brien, this resource is both a comprehensive textbook and a practical clinical reference!

Hundreds of case examples provide snapshots of real-life situations and solutions, helping you apply key concepts in a real-life setting.
UNIQUE! Clinical Pearls boxes highlight practical advice from the authors and contributors, sharing what they have learned from years of experience.
Coverage of evidence-based practice includes clinical trials and outcome studies, especially those relating to evaluation and intervention.
Coverage of cultural diversity and sensitivity issues addresses the many different groups of people that OTAs treat in practice.
Information on preventive care takes the role of the OTA beyond intervention and treatment.
Family-centered perspective uses the terminology of the AOTA Practice Framework in showing how to tailor your treatment to meet the needs of children from different environments.
Key terms, outlines, and objectives at the beginning of each chapter prepare readers for the information they’re expected to learn from the chapter.
Content reviews and questionsat the end of each chapter summarize key concepts and help you assess your understanding.
Suggested activities in each chapter help readers to bridge the gap between the classroom and the clinic by exploring realistic situations.
UNIQUE!Learning resources on the Evolve companion website include video clips and review questions, reinforcing your understanding and demonstrating how concepts apply to actual practice.

NEW! Every Moment Counts content is added to The Occupational Therapy Process chapter, promoting pediatric mental health.
NEW! Coverage of educational expectations is added to the Educational System chapter.
NEW! Coverage of “signature” constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) is added to Cerebral Palsy chapter.
NEWphotographs and illustrations are added throughout the book.
NEW video clipson the Evolve companion website show the typical development of children/adolescents.
NEW! Extensive assessment and abbreviations appendices are added to Evolve.
NEW! Expanded glossary is added to Evolve.

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Introduction to Orthotics: A Clinical Reasoning and Problem-Solving Approach (Introduction to Splinting) 4th Edition

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Jan 262022

Covering the theory, design, and fabrication of orthotic devices, Introduction to Orthotics: A Clinical Reasoning & Problem-Solving Approach, 4th Edition helps you master the skills you need to choose and fit effective orthoses for patients with hand injuries and functional deficits. It emphasizes upper extremity splinting, with additional coverage of lower extremity orthotics and upper extremity prosthetics, and offers case studies promoting clinical reasoning and problem solving. This edition includes new chapters on orthotics of the shoulder and orthotic systems, plus online videos demonstrating fabrication and fitting techniques. Written by occupational therapy educators Brenda Coppard and Helene Lohman, this textbook/workbook is ideal for students and as a practical resource for occupational therapists and therapy assistants in the clinical setting.

Student Resources on Evolve

Video clips
Learning activities
Additional case studies
Review questions and answers
Self-quiz questions and answers
Fabrication procedures from the text
Forms from the text
Grading sheets from the text

How-To videos on the Evolve companion website let you watch the construction of orthotics again and again to increase your proficiency.
Review questions and self-quizzes reinforce your comprehension of the material.
Case studies in each chapter show how concepts relate to real-life clinical practice.
Self-evaluation forms allow you to analyze your strengths and weaknesses related to new orthotic intervention techniques.
Laboratory exercises test your clinical reasoning and technical skills.
High-quality photos and line drawings illustrate key concepts and techniques.
Combined textbook/workbook format makes it easier to develop fundamental skills in the theory, design, and fabrication of orthoses,
Spiral binding lets the book lay flat when opened for convenient use while on the job.

NEW! Fabrication processes appear in special boxes to allow for quick reference.
NEW! Fabrication processes, forms, and grading sheets are included on the Evolve companion website, allowing you to create a personalized study guide.
UPDATED content includes new case studies, references, evidence-based research tables, and more on the ‘science’ of orthotic intervention.
NEW! Additional learning exercises show how to apply theory to practice.
NEW! More integration of patient safety addresses this important aspect of patient care.

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Documenting Occupational Therapy Practice

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Oct 052020

A comprehensive guide to creating effective documentation in occupational therapy.

Documenting Occupational Therapy Practice, 3/e is the most comprehensive text on occupational therapy documentation currently on the market, covering general documentation principles, clinical documentation, electronic documentation, school system documentation, and documentation of administrative tasks. More than just a how-to manual, the text explores important ethical, legal, and language issues related to documentation in addition to presenting step-by-step strategies for creating successful SOAP notes, communications, and documentation. The Third Edition has been fully updated to reflect current AOTA official documents and new electronic documentation tools, and has been reorganized to improve readability. Effective review tools help readers truly master documentation techniques and strategies, while the text’s accompanying website provides additional learning resources that can be accessed on the go.

Teaching and Learning Experience

This text offers a comprehensive guide to creating effective documentation for occupational therapy. It provides:

– Comprehensive coverage of all areas of practice: Chapters examine the underlying concepts of good documentation in clinical, school, and administrative settings.
– Practical techniques and strategies that prepare students for the workplace: Chapters present clear, effective strategies for drafting documentation and communication that can be directly applied in professional settings.
– Exploration of ethical and legal issues: Discussions help students understand how documentation affects others and provide problem-solving strategies for addressing legal and ethical issues.
– Coverage of electronic documentation: Screenshots and discussion of electronic health record (EHR) systems familiarize students with current documentation technologies.
– Effective learning tools: Review exercises and numerous reference tools help students truly master text material.

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