Modern Anesthetics

Publisher: Springer | Language: English |
ISBN: 3540728139 | 498 pages | Data: 2008

Description: Some important constraints of anesthesia must be taken into consideration when the pharmacological properties of modern anesthetics are discussed. The most important of these could be that the target effect be achieved preferably within seconds, at most within a few minutes. Similarly, offset of drug action should be achieved within minutes rather hours. The target effects, such as unconsciousness, are potentially life-threatening, as are the side effects of modern anesthetics, such as respiratory and cardiovascular depression. Finally, the patient’s purposeful responses are not available to guide drug dosage, because, either the patient is unconscious, or more problematically, the patient is aware but unable to communicate pain because of neuromuscular blockade.

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Genetics in Practice: A clinical approach for healthcare practitioners

Publisher: Wiley 12008-01-09 288 pages
ISBN: 1861564643

Nurses are increasingly being asked to provide information when a genetic diagnosis is made, whether to the individual patient or to members of his or her family. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to present day genetic services, to help professionals feel more confident when dealing with queries or advising where to go for further information.

Comprehensive case studies are used to explain the various models of inheritance and explore the possibilities for families, following genetic diagnosis. Family history-taking, risk assessment, basic biology of chromosomes and genes, and laboratory techniques are all described. Issues of ethnicity and ethics are addressed. The book also discusses the development of the role of the genetic nurse counselor.

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Applied Bioinformatics: An Introduction

Publisher: Springer 2008-01 288 pages
ISBN:354072799X

Confused by cryptic computer programs, algorithms and formulae?

In this book, anyone who can operate a PC, standard software and the Internet will learn to understand the biological basis of bioinformatics of the existence as well as the source and availability of bioinformatics software how to apply these tools and interpret results with confidence.

This is aided by introductory chapters to important aspects of bioinformatics, detailed bioinformatics exercises, including solutions and a glossary of definitions and terminology relating to bioinformatics.

Quickly learn to manage bioinformatics!
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Advances in the Management of Thyroid Cancer, An Issue of Surgical Oncology Clinics (The Clinics: Surgery)

Book name: Advances in the Management of Thyroid Cancer, An Issue of Surgical Oncology Clinics (The Clinics: Surgery)
Author: Robert Witt
Publisher: Saunders
Year: 2008-01-28
Pages: 240
ISBN: 1416058079
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