Now in its Second Edition, Current Controversies on Family Violence contains thoughtful--often heated--discussions that highlight the most current... controversies, research, and policy directions in the family violence area. This volume includes chapters by academic and public policy researchers, therapists, lawyers, victim advocates and educators. Some of the controversies in the First Edition have been deleted while new ones have been added. Chapters in this Second Edition also are shorter and more accessible to readers who are not already experts in family violence.

Everything clinicians must know to diagnose and treat digestive tract and liver disorders in a streamlined, consistent presentation Great for board... review Striking the perfect balance between comprehensiveness and ease of use, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Endoscopy, 2e, is essential for gastroenterologists, general internists, family physicians, and surgeons.The second edition has been updated to reflect the latest advances in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and the content is delivered in an easy-access, find-it-now presentation. High-yield coverage of the entire spectrum of gastroenterology and hepatology, from stomach and esophageal to pancreatic and liver disorders “Essentials of Diagnosis” bulleted lists deliver instant guidance on identifying both common and rare digestive disorders More than 60 full-color radiographic and endoscopic images of GI disorders Numerous tables encapsulate important information Key information from related fields, including GI surgery, and subspecialties such as liver transplantation, bariatric surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and motility disorder Updated to include the latest therapeutic considerations

The latest clinical advances in cardiology at your fingertips! "This is useful as a quick reference, most suitable for physicians in training, medical... students and midlevels dealing with cardiac patients. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Presented in the easy-to-use CURRENT format, this book covers all the major disease entities and therapeutic challenges in cardiology. Concise, yet comprehensive, it is perfect for board review as well as for all aspects of heart disease care. Covers every important management issue in cardiology Includes special topics such as heart disease in pregnancy and the athlete's heart Consistent chapter template that includes diagnostic techniques, prevention strategies, treatment, and prognosis All chapters written by experts in the field 180+ illustrations, including ECGs, imaging examples, drawings, tables, and charts Reflects the most current guidelines in patient care Updated throughout, including the latest drug information NEW chapter: Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction Emphasis on must-know information makes it perfect for board review

Concise, evidence-based coverage of the diseases and syndromes most commonly seen in clinical practice A Doody's Core Title ESSENTIAL PURCHASE for... 2011! CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment in Family Medicine is an easy-to-use guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of the full range of clinical conditions seen in primary care. The book covers all age groups--from pediatric to geriatric--and includes end-of-life issues. An essential clinical reference for house staff and practicing family physicians, the book is also great for USMLE Step 3 review, board certification, and maintenance of certification. Features Organized according to the developmental lifespan, beginning with childhood and adolescence and progressing through adulthood and senior years Complementary and alternative treatments included where appropriate Recommendations for both immediate and ongoing management strategies Numerous algorithms, charts, and tables encapsulate important information Conservative and pharmacologic therapies Patient education information Sections on Therapeutics, Genetics, and Prevention; Psychosocial Disorders; and Physician-Patient Issues NEW chapter on patient-centered medicine

Concise, comprehensive, and logically organized, this find-it-now resource offers fingertip access to the diagnostic tools necessary for the definitive... diagnosis and treatment of the most common musculo-skeletal disorders found in adults and children.

Practical, up-to-date, and ready-to-apply coverage of more than 1,000 diseases and disorders CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Obstetrics &... Gynecology, 11e is a concise, yet comprehensive textbook on the medical and surgical management of obstetrics and gynecology. It succinctly covers more than 1,000 diseases and disorders,the latest screening guidelines, and underlying pathophysiology when relevant. The eleventh edition is enriched by contributions from more than 85 world-renowned contributors Thoroughly reviews all of obstetrics and gynecology Focuses on the practical aspects of clinical diagnosis and patient management Covers pathophysiology when relevant to diagnosis and treatment Emphasizes disease prevention and evidence-based medicine Includes more than 500 anatomic drawings, image studies, and diagrams Completely updated to reflect the latest research and advances Consistent presentation includes Clinical Findings, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Complications and Prognosis Quick-access design facilitates use at the point of care Updated to include the latest screening and management guidelines

The leading single-source book in women's health care, reproductive medicine, and pelvic surgery A Doody's Core Title! Thorough review of all of... obstetrics & gynecology Covers more than 1,000 diseases and disorders The latest screening and management guidelines More than 450 clear clinical photos and illustrations in two colors Formatted to facilitate quick retrieval of information Concise, current coverage of treatments for common gynecologic infections Extensively revised throughout Covers underlying pathophysiology when relevant to diagnosis and treatment Helpful references to classic and important new sources (20070209)

The most accessible, integrated source of clinical psychiatric information--completely updated! CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Psychiatry, Second... Edition is the ultimate reference for quickly answering day-to-day questions on psychiatric illness in both adults and children. Comprehensive in scope, yet streamlined in its coverage, this time-saving clinical companion reviews essential psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches to the full range of psychiatric disorders. FEATURES The most effective interviewing techniques and approaches Important evaluation, testing, and decision-making tools and criteria Ready-to-use information on psychiatry and the law, psychological testing, emergency psychiatry, evaluating infants, and more Authoritative coverage of developmental psychology, neuropsychopharmacology, psychiatric genetics, psychoanalysis, and other related areas Helpful section on the principles of evaluating and diagnosing patients, as well as treatment strategies Core sections on adult disorders and pediatric psychiatric problems NEW! Critical updates to key diagnostic, psychopharmacologic, and psychotherapeutic modalities NEW! Section on psychiatric practice in special settings (20081118)

All the management and diagnosis strategies you need in the critical care environment A Doody's Core Title for 2011! CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment:... Critical Care delivers authoritative and clinically focused guidance in a concise, find-it-now format. Following the trusted LANGE approach, it includes a review of the etiology, relevant pathophysiology, and clinical symptoms as a prelude to diagnosis and treatment. Coverage includes everything from renal failure and surgical infections to coronary heart disease. There is a strong emphasis on evidence-based medicine throughout. Features: Comprehensive overview of 39 key critical care topics, covering critical care basics, medical critical care, and the essentials of surgical critical care Valuable perspectives on the latest technologies, equipment, therapeutic strategies, and interventions Addresses common but difficult-to-diagnose critical care problems and delivers “approach to the patient” strategies NEW! Important treatment strategies for venous thromboembolism, acute respiratory distress syndrome, diabetic ketoacidosis, asthma, sepsis, and many more NEW! Current recommendations for deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis, transfusions, goal-directed therapy in sepsis, mechanical ventilation, use of pulmonary artery catheters, and glycemic control NEW! PMID numbers on all references for easy look-up (20081118)

Authoritative, easy-access coverage for ED clinicians who need answers NOW Valuable to anyone practicing in an emergency department or acute-care... setting Emphasizes immediate management of life threatening problems then covers the evaluation and treatment of specific disorders Priority-based and problem-oriented organization encompasses all aspects of emergency medicine, including common emergencies, trauma, neonatal and pediatric emergencies and more… Extensive at-a-glance algorithms facilitate quick management and diagnosis Comprehensive tables of drugs commonly used in the ED NEW chapters on beside ultrasound, procedural sedation, and pandemic flu MORE radiologic images throughout

Practical, up-to-date, well-referenced coverage of the care of children from birth through adolescence--in an easy-to-use, find-it-now presentation A... Doody's Core Title ESSENTIAL PURCHASE for 2011! 5 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW! "Overall, this is a well-organized, relatively thorough resource that provides a wealth of information for a wide range of practitioners. The updated and new chapters, as well as the large number of website references, are valuable additions which will extend the useful lifespan of this book compared to standard print resources. The online references/resources allow users to obtain real-time, current information, and enable this book to compete favorably with such online resources as UpToDate, which requires a separate fee."--Doody's Review Service Celebrating its 20th anniversary as THE practical guide to treating children of all ages, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Pediatrics is written by experienced pediatricians to ensure that every chapter reflects the needs and realities of day-to-day practice. Its comprehensive yet succinct coverage encompasses the full spectrum of pediatric conditions from immunization and diabetes mellitus to allergic disorders. It remains the essential guide for pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses and nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and all other health-care providers who work with infants, children, and adolescents The 20th-Anniversary Edition contains: NEW CD-ROM of full-color clinical images complementing chapters on ophthalmology, child abuse and neglect, oral medicine and dentistry, orthopedics, and endocrinology NEW chapters on travel medicine, including pre-travel vaccination recommendations and treatment of common illnesses contracted while abroad, and on sleep medicine, with special attention devoted to sleep-disordered breathing Time-saving and proven-effective LANGE CURRENT outline format: Problem, Essentials of Diagnosis & Typical Features, Clinical Findings, Differential Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis Organization by general topics as well as by organ systems A handy guide to normal laboratory values Concise overviews of important pediatric health concerns, including childhood nutrition and eating disorders, substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, child abuse, oral medicine and dentistry, immunization, and emergencies and injuries

Evidence-based information on the care of children from birth through adolescence in an easy-to-use, find-it-now presentation CURRENT Diagnosis &... Treatment Pediatrics, 21e delivers concise, up-to-date, and clinically relevant coverage of how to assess and treat common disorders in children. Known as the on-the-go guide to pediatrics, the book features the easy-to-follow LANGE CURRENT outline presentation, which consists of: Problem, Essentials of Diagnosis and Treatment, Clinical Features, Treatment, Prognosis. Written by experienced pediatricians to ensure that every chapter reflects the needs and realities of day-to-day practice, this is an essential resource for pediatricians, family practitioners, physician assistants, nurses and nurse practitioners, and the critical care unit. Emphasizes the clinical aspects of pediatric care while also covering important underlying principles Provides a quick, authoritative guide to the diagnosis, understanding, and treatment of a wide range of pediatric medical conditions Includes detailed description of diseases as well as the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures Organized by general topics as well as by organ systems Presented in time-saving LANGE CURENT outline format: Problem, Essentials of Diagnosis & Typical Features, Clinical Findings, Differential Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis Delivers concise overviews of important pediatric health concerns, including childhood nutrition and eating disorders, substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, child abuse, oral medicine and dentistry, immunization, and emergencies and injuries

To-the-point information on more than 1000 diseases and disorders surgeons are most likely to encounter The leading single-source surgery book... for house-staff, students, practitioners, and surgeons A Doody's Core Title for 2011! "This is an excellent source of updated, authoritative, and concise information on diseases encountered in general surgery and the surgical subspecialties of otolaryngology, urology, gynecology, orthopedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and pediatrics....This is a wonderful resource for all levels of surgical practitioners as well as nonsurgical practitioners. In my experience, it has provided me with a framework to prepare for both oral and written boards. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Authoritative, concise, and completely up-to-date, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Surgery features: Wide-ranging coverage that encompasses general surgery and all the important subspecialties including otolaryngology, urology, gynecology, orthopedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and pediatrics References linked to recent journal articles Logical quick-find organization made even more accessible by a comprehensive index More than 600 informative photographs and illustrations Detailed treatment algorithms NEW CD-ROM with content from Quick Answers: Surgery to speed diagnosis of symptoms and signs NEW Chapter on Training, Communication, Professionalism, and Systems-Based Practice Completely rewritten chapters on Wound Healing, Anesthesia, Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, The Heart, Neurosurgery, Gynecology, and Orthopedics

These timely, cutting-edge articles allow instructors to bring their students real-world perspective–from a reliable source–about today's most... current and pressing issues in abnormal psychology.