Patient Care

This book is the 10,000 feet view of AI (ChatGPT and Healthcare), this is the first book that was published 1/5/2023. For more examples, Please purchase: ChatGPT and Healthcare: Unlocking The potential of patient empowerment. ChatGPT and Healthcare: A Call to Action" is a must-read for anyone looking to improve healthcare access and drive change in the industry. Written by a highly experienced healthcare professional and medical correspondent, this book presents a compelling case for using ChatGPT to transform how we approach healthcare. With a strong leadership and mentorship track record,...

Compiled by Author Twylia G. Reid "Confessions of a Caregiver" is a powerful anthology that shares intimate accounts of 6 caregivers’ journeys into the unknown realm of caregiving. Brutally honest and written from the heart, they share intimate chronicles of caring for their loved ones while attempting to care for themselves. Hear how their frustrations have caused their lives to become filled with challenges that can sometimes become too much to bear. The shock of each long day in this role can sometime leave you feeling helpless, hopeless, and absolutely clueless. Overflowing with ...

Spirituality in Patient Care has earned a reputation as the authoritative introduction to the subject for health professionals interested in identifying and addressing the spiritual needs of patients. The body of research on religion, spirituality, and health continues to grow at a dramatic rate, creating an urgent need for a new edition of this landmark work. In this, the third edition, Harold G. Koenig, M.D., updates every chapter by incorporating the newest research and introducing sensible ways of translating that research into caring for patients.

No Woman Should Have To Experience Cancer Alone . . . TOUGH: Women Who Survived Cancer is the ultimate recovery companion for women facing any type of cancer. This book is for newly-diagnosed women, survivors, thrivers, & the people who love them. It makes a great gift! Working from interviews with 37 women with a variety of cancer types, Iliev-Piselli, a survivor herself, has created honest and triumphant essays that will lift readers up like a conversation with good friends (if all your friends had survived cancer!). During life's most difficult moments, these women found joy in creative ...

This book offers a clear, concise review for those preparing to become certified Clinical Medical Assistants. This guide is designed to complement more comprehensive textbooks and training materials by highlighting essential concepts in clinical procedures, patient care, and healthcare professionalism. Each chapter provides a focused overview of key topics such as phlebotomy, EKG procedures, infection control, medication safety, and communication with diverse patient populations. Rather than exhaustively covering every exam detail, this book helps readers identify high-yield topics and ...

Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. It requires patience, sensitivity, selflessness, and hard work. Providing care for someone, whether it’s a child, a parent, a loved one, or as a professional requires a high level of self-love and self-care. Caregiving can feel rewarding and hard at the same time. But while it may be a rewarding experience to care for a loved one, the emotional and physical stress of caregiving far too often leads to burnout and exhaustion, causing caregivers to put themselves and their own well-being in the background. Caregivers often feel stressed, neglected, ...

Can you imagine being a Registered Nurse in NYC during 9/11? Have you ever thought about what being a healthcare worker during the pandemic was like? These are just 2 of the many amazing stories you will encounter in Dare To Care. Each of the stories in this book are about either the patient or the healthcare professional. These stories demonstrate resilience. They offer hope during adversity. These stories will inspire you, the reader.These trusted authors share with the world the things they’ve seen; the laughter, the tears, the devastation, the miracles, all of it. Dare to Care is a ...

Loss hurts. It's tough to go through, and painful to watch. Do you know someone who's grieving and wish you could help? Are you the one grieving and wonder if what you're going through is normal? Do you wish those around you understood you better? This book has answers. This practical and easy-to-listen-to book provides the answers you need to make a difference - in your own life and in the lives of others. Best-selling author, hospice chaplain, and grief specialist Gary Roe gives you a look at the grieving heart - the thoughts, emotions, and struggles within.

Physicians enter their professions with the highest of hopes and ideals for compassionate and efficient patient care. Along the way, however, recurring problems arise in their interactions with some patients that lead physicians to label them as "difficult." Some studies indicate that physicians identify 15 percent or more of their patients as "difficult." The negative feelings that physicians have toward these patients may lead to frustration, cynicism, and burnout.

Are you a nurse practitioner or a nursing student seeking to master women's health? Do you find it challenging to remember the complex details of women’s health care? "Women's Health Mnemonics for the Nurse Practitioner" is designed to transform how you learn and retain critical information through the powerful tool of mnemonics. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the core areas of women's health, spanning from reproductive anatomy to emerging trends in treatments. Each chapter is meticulously organized to enhance your understanding and recall: Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Women’s ...

Conquer the CMSRN Exam: Your Guide to Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse Certification from MSNCB provides a clear and focused overview designed to help medical-surgical nurses prepare for certification. This concise guide is not intended to cover every possible exam topic in exhaustive detail. Instead, it highlights core nursing concepts, essential patient care priorities, and key knowledge areas that frequently appear on the CMSRN exam. Readers will find chapters dedicated to cardiovascular care, respiratory assessment, gastrointestinal management, fluid and electrolyte balance, ...

An epic story told by a unique voice in Ameri­can medicine, One Doctor describes life-changing experiences in the career of a distinguished physi­cian. In riveting first-person prose, Dr. Brendan Reilly takes us to the front lines of medicine today.

This updated and expanded edition of Dr. Berry’s best seller Lies My Doctor Told Me exposes the truth behind all kinds of “lies” told by well-meaning but misinformed medical practitioners. Nutritional therapy is often overlooked in medical school, and the information provided to physicians is often outdated. However, the negative consequences on your health remain the same. Advice to avoid healthy fats and stay out of the sun has been proven to be detrimental to longevity and can wreak havoc on your system.

As a third-year Harvard Medical student doing a clinical rotation in surgery, Ronald Epstein watched an experienced surgeon fail to notice his patient's kidney turning an ominous shade of blue. In that same rotation, Epstein was awestruck by another surgeon's ability to slow down and shift between autopilot and intentionality. The difference between these two doctors left a lasting impression on Epstein and set the stage for his life's work - to identify the qualities and habits that distinguish masterful doctors from those who are merely competent.

While much has been written about the minds and methods of the medical professionals who save our lives, precious little has been said about their emotions. Physicians are assumed to be objective, rational beings, easily able to detach as they guide patients and families through some of life’s most challenging moments. But understanding doctors’ emotional responses to the life-and-death dramas of everyday practice can make all the difference on giving and getting the best medical care.

You’re sick, tired, and stuck navigating a healthcare system that feels impossible to crack. The referrals lead nowhere, wait times are endless, and you’re constantly dismissed by doctors who make you feel like it’s all in your head. Meanwhile, you’re battling insurance denials and pondering over lab results with the nagging feeling that you’re alone in this fight. But you don’t have to face your battle alone! Kristina Kelly, a board certified patient advocate, guides you through the chaos with sass, strategy, and empathy.

Conquer the ANCC AGACNP Exam: Your Guide to the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Board Certification is a concise, high-yield review designed to support aspiring nurse practitioners as they prepare for certification. This guide focuses on core clinical principles across major content areas such as pharmacology, pathophysiology, advanced health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient management in acute care settings. It also addresses critical care topics including cardiovascular emergencies, respiratory conditions, neurologic disorders, and complex geriatric syndromes. This book is ...

Conquer the CPHQ Exam: Study Guide for the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality Exam is your ultimate resource for mastering the CPHQ certification. This comprehensive guide covers all essential topics, including organizational leadership, health data analytics, performance and process improvement, and patient safety. Each chapter provides in-depth explanations, practical examples, and effective strategies designed to boost your understanding and confidence. Designed for both beginners and experienced professionals, this guide is tailored to meet your specific needs. It offers a ...

Treating People Not Patients, Dr. Michael Sonick provides an invaluable look into the principles that have allowed him to create a state-of-the-art patient centric practice. His back and front stage processes are not only applicable to the practice of dentistry, but to any business that serves people. His insights will empower you to grow your practice or business by changing how you view the people you serve and your role as a professional.

A 'textbook with passion', Hardwiring Excellence offers a road map and practical how-to guide for creating and sustaining a culture of service and operational excellence. In this book, author Quint Studer, founder of Studer Group, draws on his personal experience as a former hospital executive who led two organizations to the top 1% in patient satisfaction and his experience coaching hundreds of healthcare organizations since.