Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference - Softcover

Pagana PhD RN, Kathleen Deska; Pagana MD FACS, Timothy J.

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Synopsis

MOSBY'S DIAGNOSTIC AND LABORATORY TEST REFERENCE is a comprehensive and up-to-date clinical handbook that features clinically relevant laboratory and diagnostic tests organized alphabetically for quick clinical reference. More than 330 test entries discuss over 850 specific laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures, providing complete coverage. Tests are presented in a consistent format and in a unique sequence that simulates priorities in the clinical setting. Each test includes, where relevant, alternate or abbreviated test names; type of test; normal findings; possible critical values; test explanation and related physiology; contraindications; potential complications; interfering factors; procedure and patient care (before, during, and after); home care responsibilities; and abnormal findings.

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About the Authors

Kathleen Deska Pagana, PhD, RN is Professor Emeritus, Department of Nursing, Lycoming College, Williamsport, Pennsylvania and President, Pagana Keynotes & Presentations. Timothy J. Pagana, MD, FACS is Medical Director Emeritus at the Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center, Susquehanna Health System, Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Theresa Noel Pagana, MD, FAAEM, is an Emergency Medicine Physician, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Voorhees, New Jersey.

Timothy J. Pagana is a retired Medical Director at the Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center, Susquehanna Health System, Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

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