Miller-Keane Encyclopedia & Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Allied Health -- Second Revised Reprint

The Miller-Keane Encyclopedia & Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing, & Allied Health is highly regarded for its accuracy, the clinical usefulness of its entries, and its multidisciplinary approach that encompasses current topics across the entire spectrum of health care. New to this revised 7th edition, full-color has been added throughout the book, including enhanced 4-color versions of more than 800 line drawings. Trademark features include comprehensive encyclopedic entries, portable size, soft cover, printed thumb tabs, unique Windows essays, and a color A&P atlas. Organized by major terms with related terms defined as subentries, Miller-Keanes organization provides easy access to information on a variety of closely related topics in one location. Encyclopedic entries are included for significant topics, such as diseases, disorders, or conditions. These encyclopedic entries include the definition along with a concise overview of the most important information related to Symptoms, Treatment, Patient Care, Prevention, etc. Miller-Keane also includes an extensive list of appendices. Dorlands spellchecker software and a companion Evolve website supplement this edition making it a powerful tool to building and using a medical vocabulary for all health professionals.