Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 13th Edition
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
Provide your students with quick access to today’s most important diagnostic tests and procedures with Mosby’s Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference, 13th Edition! In this market-leading handbook, concise test entries are arranged alphabetically and reflect the latest in diagnostic testing and research. Each test includes vital information such as alternate or abbreviated test names, test explanation, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, and guidelines to patient care before, during, and after the test. To simplify lookup, related tests are cross-referenced. A compact size, durable cover, and A-to-Z thumb tabs make this book ideal for everyday use in the classroom and on the job.
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- NEW test entries include the latest diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures.
- NEW! Updated coverage reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results, accuracy of testing, and patient care and education for each test.
- UNIQUE! Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find.
- Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z thumb tabs, so users will never have to search for a test by having to first determine its correct category or body system.
- Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable.
- Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows to show increased or decreased test results.
- Possible critical values are highlighted to show situations requiring immediate intervention.
- Icon for patient teaching-related care indicates information that should be shared with patients and their families.
- Drug interference with test results is indicated by a mortar and pestle icon.
- User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Performance provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure, so readers can minimize worry about having to repeat a test due to an error.
- Cross-referencing of related tests makes them easy to find.
- Convenient appendix lists tests by body system and test type, making it easy to quickly locate related studies.
- Abbreviations for tests are listed in the front and the back of the book, and symbols and units of measurement are listed in an appendix.
- A durable cover with rounded edges helps prevent the book from being damaged and makes it easier to handle.
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- NEW test entries include the latest diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures.
- NEW! Updated coverage reflects the latest research on the diagnostic values of results, accuracy of testing, and patient care and education for each test.
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Endsheets: Routine Blood Testing and Routine Urine Testing Boxes
List of Figures
User’s Guide to Test Preparation and Procedures
Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests (presented in alphabetical order)
Appendix A: List of Tests by Body System
Appendix B: List of Tests by Type
Appendix C: Disease and Organ Panels
Appendix D: Symbols and Units of Measurement
Bibliography
Index
Endsheets: Abbreviations for Diagnostic and Laboratory Tests