Demos Medical Publishing, Inc.
Advanced concepts in multiple sclerosis nursing care, 2d ed.
The 18 chapters in this nursing guide discuss nursing strategies to manage multiple sclerosis symptoms, promote patient adherence to treatment, coordinate a clinical trial, ensure patient access to services, and meet the special needs of severely disabled patients. The second edition adds chapters on acute exacerbations, intravenous therapies, and hope. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Behavioral aspects of epilepsy; principles and practice.
The behavioral aspects of epilepsy are examined in laboratory and clinical settings in this collection of 63 chapters by an international group of specialists in neurology, psychology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and related fields. The basic science of the disorder is discussed in 9 initial chapters, 6 of them on animal models. The remaining chapters concern clinical research, divided into major topics that include neuropsychologic function, surgery, pediatric and adolescent epilepsy, and other disorders associated with epilepsy. Among the latter section, chapters are included on cortical malformations, chromosomal abnormalities, autism, and brain tumors. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Brainlash; maximize your recovery from mild brain injury, 3d ed.
A former psychotherapist and brain injury survivor describes the lingering effects of suffering a mild traumatic brain injury, and share advice on returning to work, retraining the brain, finding words, sorting information, resolving vision and pain issues, and resuming a normal lifestyle. The third edition adds ten chapters bringing the total to 42. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Employment issues and multiple sclerosis, 2d ed.
Rumrill (rehabilitation counseling, Kent State University) offers a guide for anyone with multiple sclerosis (MS) who has questions regarding employment and disability. Early chapters present research- based and somewhat technical descriptions of the medical, psychosocial, and vocational aspects of MS. Specialized terms and professional jargon are defined. With that foundation established, the remaining chapters are devoted to plain English discussions of federal legislation, government programs, advocacy efforts, and other resources that provide employment-related services. This second edition features new chapters on employee rights related to medical leave, health insurance portability and accountability, and continuation of benefits, as well as a new chapter on Social Security Disability Insurance programs. The readership for the book includes people with MS and their families, health practitioners, social workers, rehabilitation professionals, and disability advocates. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Images of Civil War medicine; a photographic history, containing numerous previously unpublished photographs of surgeons, nurses, hospitals, and other facilities used during the Civil War.
Written by a dentist and a physician, this history describes the people who cared for soldiers wounded in the Civil War, the surgical methods used at field hospitals and military hospitals, and the injuries most commonly sustained on the battlefield. Most of the black and white photographs portray medical educators, surgeons, nurses, stewards, ambulances, and hospital buildings, although a few in the last chapter display the effects of amputation and gangrene. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Living with progressive multiple sclerosis; overcoming the challenges, 2d ed.
Coyle (Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center, State University of New York-Stony Brook) and Halper, a certified nurse practitioner specializing in multiple sclerosis (MS), provide a readable, practical overview of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of MS. They explain the underlying mechanisms of the disease, describe new drug treatments, and give advice on managing symptoms and coping with the disease's impact on different areas of life. Planning for the future, social and economic issues, and gender-related and family issues are some areas discussed. A glossary is included. This second edition incorporates new research advances and pharmacological options. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Making the connection between brain and behavior; coping with Parkinson's disease.
Friedman (Brown University) characterizes the behavioral problems caused by Parkinson 's disease, summarizes research findings on the problems, and describes treatment options when any exist. Written for patients and their families, separate chapters address fatigue, depression, anxiety, dementia, hallucinations and delusions caused by medications, confusion, sleep, and driving safety. Example patient stories and a glossary are provided. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Multiple sclerosis; the questions you have, the answers you need, 4th ed.
Kalb (associate vice president, Professional Resource Center, National Multiple Sclerosis Society) offers a guide for everyone concerned with this disease — those who have MS, families and friends, and healthcare professionals. The book covers a range of topics in an accessible question-and-answer format. Within each section, MS experts, including neurologists, nurses, rehabilitation and mental health professionals, lawyers, and insurance and employment experts, answer the questions they have been asked most frequently over the course of their careers. Each chapter is designed to cover the full spectrum of the disease, from the time of diagnosis through the complex challenges that can arise if the disease progresses. Appendices offer a glossary, consumer medication sheets for medications commonly used in MS, an abridged version of the NMSS Disease Management Consensus Statement, and contacts for information clearing houses, web sites, directories, agencies and organizations, and resources related to assistive technology, environmental adaptations, travel, and visual impairment. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Parkinson's disease; diagnosis and clinical management, 2d ed.
Reflecting advances in understanding of this complex disease, 23 new chapters have been added to the 2d ed. of this authoritative text, and many of the additional chapters have been updated or revised. Among the new chapters are those on autonomic dysfunction, depression, freezing of gait, nonmotor complaints, speech dysfunction, sleep disorders, sensory symptoms, clinical issues of dementia, impulse control disorders, and pathology. In addition, five new chapters have been added which address the current available imaging modalities. Genetics is prominently addressed, with chapters on genetics, gene therapy, and genetic testing. The chapters are each written by specialists (based primarily in the U.S.) and, while cross-referenced, are written as complete studies that can be read independently of the rest. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Pediatric epilepsy; diagnosis and therapy, 3d ed.
Substantially updated, the 3d ed. of this essential resource contains new sections on epilepsy syndromes, diagnostic tests, and current pharmacology. New chapters are included on epileptic channelopathies, epiloptogenic cerebral cortical malformations, age-related syndromes, AED selection, fetal effects of epilepsy and of AEDs. Separate chapters are included on the drug sulthiame, vitamins, diet, alternative therapies, and immunotherapy. Written by an international group of specialists, the volume offers current state of research worldwide with attention to the nuts and bolts of application, making this an invaluable resource for practitioners. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
Vascular neurology; questions and answers.
Futrell (Intermountain Stroke Center) and Jamieson (Cornell University) review the symptoms and causes of stroke, clinical cardiology and hematology, pharmaceuticals, pediatrics, brain imaging interpretation, pathology, and rehabilitation options. The study guide for the ABPN's vascular neurology subspecialty exam provides 500 multiple choice questions with detailed explanations of the correct answers. (Annotation ©2008 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)
