Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders - Pageburst E-Book on Vitalsource (Retail Access Card) (Hardcover)

Robert H. Brookshire

ISBN 10: 1455748188 / ISBN 13: 9781455748181

Edité par Mosby, 2014

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: Introduction to Neurogenic Communication Disorders - Pageburst E-Book on Vitalsource (Retail Access Card) (Hardcover)
• Éditeur: Mosby
• Date de parution: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 1455748188
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9781455748181
• Reliure: Hardcover
• État de l'article: new

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Synopsis

• A clear, concise approach makes complex material easy to follow and understand.
• Clinical vignettes show how to apply principles to practice and illustrate how patients are evaluated and treated.
• Thought questions at the end of each chapter are based on realistic scenarios and challenge you to assess your understanding, think critically, and apply information to clinical situations. Suggested answers are included in the appendix.
• Clinically relevant sidebars include related facts, information, and tips for recall or therapy.
• More than 200 photographs and images include anatomic illustrations, scans using various brain imaging techniques, and examples of assessment tests.
• Evidence-based practice is reinforced by the use of scientific, evidence-based rationales to support the effectiveness of treatment approaches.
• Student-friendly features enhance learning with chapter outlines, critical thinking exercises, medical protocols, sample paperwork, patient transcripts, commonly used medical abbreviations, and a glossary with definitions of key vocabulary.
• General Concepts summary points highlight the most important material in each chapter.

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• NEW! More Thought questions in each chapter help you apply concepts to clinical situations.
• Additional content on evidence-based practice includes systematic reviews and meta-analyses relating to the efficacy and effectiveness of specific treatment approaches.
• Additional graphics, clinical photographs, and tables depict key information and concepts.