< p>This 5-vol. set provides more than 850 entries covering topics in nursing and allied health written for students and professionals in the field. Alphabetically arranged entries cover topics in body systems and functions, conditions and common diseases, issues and theories, techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. The < I>Encyclopedia< /I> covers all major health professions, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, medical lab technology, emergency medical technology, dental assistance, pharmacology and nutrition. In addition, the set features approximately 400 photographs and illustrations; appendices of related organizations, agencies and associations; and a general index.

This five-volume encyclopedia, presented here in a second edition (the first was published in 2002), was prepared for a wide audience of students preparing to play a role in health care--in hospitals, labs, clinics, and offices. Medical terminology is used but is well explained, and the entries are written to be accessible yet more thorough than material generally available for lay people. The 930 entries vary in length from a page to several pages and follow standardized formats appropriate to the topic, beginning with a definition and ending with resources and key terms. Topics addressed include causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis (for diseases); purpose, precautions, complications, and aftercare (for tests and procedures); operation, maintenance training (equipment and tools); function, role in human health, common diseases (human biology and body systems); work settings, education, future outlook (nursing and allied health professions); and viewpoints and professional implications (current health issues). Arrangement is alphabetical, and indexing is in the final volume. An unobtrusive number of small color photos support the text. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

This five-volume encyclopedia, presented here in a second edition (the first was published in 2002), was prepared for a wide audience of students preparing to play a role in health care--in hospitals, labs, clinics, and offices. Medical terminology is used but is well explained, and the entries are written to be accessible yet more thorough than material generally available for lay people. The 930 entries vary in length from a page to several pages and follow standardized formats appropriate to the topic, beginning with a definition and ending with resources and key terms. Topics addressed include causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis (for diseases); purpose, precautions, complications, and aftercare (for tests and procedures); operation, maintenance training (equipment and tools); function, role in human health, common diseases (human biology and body systems); work settings, education, future outlook (nursing and allied health professions); and viewpoints and professional implications (current health issues). Arrangement is alphabetical, and indexing is in the final volume. An unobtrusive number of small color photos support the text. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)