Mosby’s Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions: The Ultimate Reference Guide

Are you looking for a comprehensive and authoritative dictionary that can help you navigate the complex world of healthcare? Look no further than Mosby’s Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, 9th Edition. This indispensable reference book is more than just a dictionary – it’s a one-stop guide to understanding the latest developments in healthcare, drugs, and nursing terminology.

Comprehensive Definitions and Illustrations

Mosby’s Dictionary features over 56,000 authoritative definitions, including expanded definitions for major diseases, disorders, and procedures. The dictionary also includes more than 2,450 full-color illustrations, nearly three times more than any other dictionary available, making it easier to understand complex conditions and abstract concepts.

Color Atlas of Human Anatomy

The Color Atlas of Human Anatomy contains 43 pages of clearly labeled drawings, making it perfect for easy A&P review and reference. This unique feature helps students and professionals alike to visualize and understand the human body in a more engaging and interactive way.

Appendixes and Online Resources

The dictionary includes 23 appendixes, 13 in the dictionary and 10 on the companion Evolve website, which offer quick access to useful reference information such as lab values, symbols and abbreviations, language translation guides, pharmacology, infection control standards, conversion tables, and clinical calculations. Additionally, the online resources provide students and professionals with a wealth of information at their fingertips.

New and Updated Features

The 9th edition of Mosby’s Dictionary includes over 300 new and updated illustrations, visually clarifying key definitions and reflecting current healthcare practice and equipment. Approximately 11,000 new and revised definitions reflect the latest developments in healthcare, drugs, and nursing terminology. Furthermore, Editor Marie O’Toole, EdD, RN, FAAN, lends her expertise to this new edition, reviewing and revising all definitions and assembling a team of leading consultants and contributors.

With its strict, common-sense alphabetical organization and no subentries, finding key terms and definitions has never been easier. Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply looking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in healthcare, Mosby’s Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, 9th Edition is the ultimate reference guide for you.

Product Details:

• Hardcover: 2048 pages
• Publisher: Elsevier/Mosby; 9th edition (October 2, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323074030
• ISBN-13: 978-0323074032
• eText ISBN: 9780323168816, 9780323112598