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Dictionaries

Current Med Talk : a dictionary of medical terms, slang & jargon - REF R121 .S4287 1995

Dictionary emphasizing current medical terms, including slang, jargon, acronyms, neologisms, and casual speech, such as abstract creep, breath test, and Nintendo surgery. Intended to supplement standard dictionaries.

Dictionary of Toxicology - REF RA1193.H63

Contains over 4000 concise, informative entries on all the most important terms and chemicals in toxicology.

Mosby's Medical, Nursing & Allied Health Dictionary - REF R121.M89

2,300 illustrations with a practical, strict alphabetical organization with no subentries, comprehensive definitions for key entries such as major diseases, disorders and procedures, detailed drug entries, the Color Atlas of Human Anatomy, and the variety of practical reference information included in the appendixes.

Stedman's Medical Dictionary - REF R121 .S8 1995

Over 102,000 entries, and features a genus finder, terminologia anatomica (Latin and English anatomical terms for the specialties of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy, and new diagnostic plates reflecting current imaging methods and including clinical and laboratory images to help diagnose common diseases and ailments.

Encyclopedias

The encyclopedia of elder care : the comprehensive resource on geriatric and social care - REF RC954 .E53 2001

Over 300 articles focusing on practical information that addresses all aspects of clinical care of the elderly.

Encyclopedia of Gerontology - REF RC952.5.E58 1996 v.1-v.2

A comprehensive reference source that offers a multidisciplinary overview of all aspects of aging.

Encyclopedia of Human Biology - REF QP11.E53

Reviews the current knowledge in the field, covering specialized subjects such as biochemistry, cytology, genetics, and immunobiology. Topics range from specific diseases, behavioral phenomena, and physiological processes to aspects of nutrition, health care technology, and human evolution.

Encyclopedia of Nursing Research - REF RT81.5 .E53 1998

Provides over 320 articles on topics such as nursing services, electronic networks, nursing education, specialties in nursing, philosophical and cultural issues, and nursing organizations. Includes cross-references, a list of acronyms, and a list of nursing journals, professional organizations, and government agencies.

Historical Encyclopedia of Nursing - REF RT31 .S66 1999

An encyclopedia covering the history of nursing, spanning topics from abortion to World War II

Other Suggestions

CPT '98 : Physicians' Current Procedural Terminology - REF RB115 .C85 1998

Evaluation and management guidelines -- Anesthesia guidelines -- Surgery guidelines -- Radiology guidelines -- Pathology and laboratory guidelines -- Medicine guidelines

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 14th ed. (2 vols.) - REF RC46.H333 1998

Examines the biologic and pathophysiologic origin of disease and charts a clear course for diagnosis and management.

Illustrated Guide to Diagnostic Tests - REF RC71 .I44 1994

Reference describing more than 550 laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures.

The Lippincott manual of nursing practice - REF RT51 .B78 2001

A manual for nursing practice, outlining basic diagnosis and treatment guidelines. Color-coded sections deal each with a specific malady or area of nursing care.

The Merck Manual - REF RC55.M4

Contains diagnosis and treatment of common clinical disorders, arranged by organ system, etiology, or specialty.

Mosby’s Comprehensive Review of Nursing: illustrated in full color throughout - REF RT55.M64

A comprehensive medical dictionary, with 2000 color illustrations, and numerous appendices, including an atlas of human anatomy, guides to leading health problems, assessment, nutrition, maternity and pediatrics, drugs, health organizations, communicable diseases, nursing diagnosis and guidelines, and DRGs.

Directories

Directory of Internet Sources for Health Professionals - REF R859.7.D36 G75 1999

This directory is a compendium of specialized, annotated data sites, web resources, and other on-line sites categorized according to major medical and health disciplines.

Health care resources on the internet : a guide for librarians and health care consumers REF R119.9 .H39 2000

Introduces how to locate and search for health care information on the Internet, listing specific web sites and Internet addresses along with descriptions. Among the topics of the 11 chapters are MEDLINE on the Internet, alternative medicine, government resources, statistical information, electronic journals, and international resources.

Drug Guides

Davis's drug guide for nurses - REF RM301.12 .D44 2001

Covers 4600 trade and generic drugs as well as popular herbs and their interactions. Each entry includes information on indications and contraindications, action, pharmacokinetics, interactions, side effects, availability, dosage, and nursing implications, such as implementation, and patient/family teaching.

Intravenous medications : a handbook for nurses and allied health professionals - REF RM170 .G33 1999

A comprehensive reference to FDA-approved drugs for intravenous use, this guide examines more than 300 drugs, including those just recently approved. Drugs are listed alphabetically by generic name for quick clinical reference

Mosby's 2001 nursing drug reference - REF RM138 .S59 2001

Facts on more than 1300 generic and 4500 trade name drugs.

Nurses Drug Guide 2000 - REF RM301.12 .W54 2000

All drugs are listed alphabetically by generic names for quick referral, with an index that includes both generic and trade names.

PDR nurse's drug handbook - REF RM125 .P472 2001

Complete listing of drugs, organized alphabetically by generic name with over 200 color photos of tablets & capsules, including the most frequently prescribed, and a new section on herbal/alternative medications.

Physician's Desk Reference - Ready Reference @ the Reference Desk RS 75 .P5 Prescription drug data.

This is a sampling of the reference resources available in Randall Library's Reference Collection. To find other reference resources, do a keyword search in the library catalog and limit it to UNCW Reference or ask a librarian.

Last Update: January 27, 2006