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This one-of-a-kind book delivers challenging, clinically relevant case-based learning tools regarding orthopedics and sports medicine for advanced practice nursing students and practitioners. Written by nurse practitioner/educators, it fills a gap in information and guidelines for treatment of this population in primary and acute care environments. Cases across the life span cover areas of orthopedics and sports medicine most likely to be encountered.Cases are described in depth to foster a comprehensive learning experience and to facilitate inductive and deductive critical reasoning. Each follows a template that encompasses the context for the case, chief patient complaints and history, physical assessment findings, diagnostic evaluation, interventions, evaluation of care, and outcome. An accompanying teaching guide aids instructors in accelerating critical thinking.KEY FEATURES:Fills an identified gap in the available literature on orthopedics and sports medicineReflects both primary care and acute care across the life spanIncludes referral red flags and scope of practice for each caseFormats cases for both inductive and deductive reasoningOffers a focused instructors manual to facilitate meaningful learning

Note to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller.Includes 6 months’ free ExamPrepConnect Digital Access with print purchase!If you are studying for the ONCB Orthopaedic Nurse Certification (ONC®) exam, then Orthopaedic Nurse Certification Review is the perfect comprehensive study tool for you. This must-have print + digital resource is based on the latest ONCB content outline and includes both review content and practice Q&A—everything you need to pass the exam. Key foundational content is provided, including musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology, assessment, laboratory and imaging studies, and perioperative care. Each chapter addresses key exam blueprint topics with an easy-to-read format, quick-reference tables, useful illustrations, and end-of-chapter questions to assess knowledge retention. The review concludes with a full-length 150-question practice test. With a total of 300 practice questions, detailed review content and answer rationales, and a convenient print + digital package, Orthopaedic Nurse Certification Review gives you the tools to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time, guaranteed.Key Features:Covers the latest ONCB ONC® exam blueprintProvides a comprehensive yet concise review of everything needed to pass your examIncludes a total of 300 exam-style questions with robust rationalesFeatures Illustrations and images to facilitate information retentionOffers details about certification and test-taking strategies to optimize performanceContent available digitally via ExamPrepConnect for study on the goExamPrepConnect Features:All the high-quality content from the bookPersonalized study plan based on exam date300+ questions and answers with rationales—study by topic to identify strengths and weaknessesTimed practice test to accurately gauge exam preparednessDiscussion board to connect with your exam-prep communityGames to make studying fun!ONC® is a registered trademark of the Orthopaedic Nurses Certification Board (ONCB). The ONCB is the sole owner of its certification programs. ONCB does not endorse this exam preparation resource, nor does it have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing Company.

The first textbook to specifically target the scope of practice for advanced practice nurses and physician assistantsWith a focus on promoting sound clinical decision-making and a streamlined and highly accessible approach, this text for advanced practice nurses and physician assistants delivers up-to-date primary care health assessment techniques for individuals throughout the lifespan. Each chapter offers a concise overview of anatomy and physiology and an in-depth review of normal and abnormal findings. The holistic assessment section for each system—emphasizing the importance of social considerations—further prepares students for informed clinical practice.Chapters feature a comprehensive assessment of special populations, including patients with disabilities; pediatric, pregnant, and elderly patients; and transgendered and veteran populations, as well as differential diagnosis guidance in tabular format. Chapters are further enhanced with illustrations, images, and case studies that demonstrate clinical reasoning and application of principles to practice. A robust ancillary package includes an instructor manual, discussion questions, multiple-choice questions, and PowerPoint slides.Key Features:Addresses anatomy and physiology, normal and abnormal findings, and holistic health assessment, including assessment of special populationsOffers case studies with examples of documentation and coding informationFosters diagnostic reasoning and critical-thinking with thorough differential diagnosis tablesProvides visual guidance on the recognition and assessment of normal and abnormal findings with illustrations and imagesIncludes a robust ancillary package with an instructor manual, discussion questions, multiple-choice questions, and PowerPoint slidesPurchase includes access to the eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers

Developed in cooperation with the IB, My Reflection Journal Grade 3 supports students to develop the learner profile, the approaches to learning skills and their understanding of agency, action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Flexible and open-ended, it offers a place for consistent, ongoing reflection.Features:- Fosters consistent, ongoing reflection and helps students to understand themselves as learners.- Makes explicit connections between the learner profile and approaches to learning skills.- Students can authentically practice and apply skills through a wealth of activities.- Flexible and open-ended, the journal allows students to explore in any order, using any concepts, with any inquiry, and to respond and record in their own way.- Encourage metacognition with a range of visible thinking routines.- Support collaboration, agency and action by enabling students to authentically develop international mindedness.- Facilitates the co-creation of personal learning goals and community Essential Agreements.

Developed in cooperation with the IB, My Reflection Journal Grade 4 supports students to develop the learner profile, the approaches to learning skills and their understanding of agency, action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Flexible and open-ended, it offers a place for consistent, ongoing reflection.Features:- Fosters consistent, ongoing reflection and helps students to understand themselves as learners.- Makes explicit connections between the learner profile and ATL skills- Students can authentically practice and apply skills through a wealth of activities.- Flexible and open-ended, the journal allows students to explore in any order, using any concepts, with any inquiry, and to respond and record in their own way.- Encourage metacognition with a range of visible thinking routines.- Support collaboration, agency and action by enabling students to authentically develop international mindedness.- Facilitates the co-creation of personal learning goals and community Essential Agreements.

Developed in cooperation with the IB, My Reflection Journal supports students to develop the learner profile, the approaches to learning (ATL) skills and their understanding of agency, action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Flexible and open-ended it offers a place for consistent, ongoing reflection and supports the PYP Exhibition.Features:- Fosters consistent, ongoing reflection and helps students to understand themselves as learners.- Makes explicit connections between the learner profile and approaches to learning skills.- Students can authentically practice and apply skills through a wealth of activities.- Facilitates the co-creation of personal learning goals and community Essential Agreements.- Encourage metacognition with a range of visible thinking routines.- Support collaboration, agency and action by enabling students to authentically develop international mindedness.- Flexible and open-ended, the journal allows students to explore in any order, using any concepts, with any inquiry, and to respond and record in their own way.

The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series explains and illustrates the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals in an age-appropriate way. The series supports development of all reading skills by combining phonic progression with essential vocabulary, as well as extending the reader's comprehension of the issues around sustainability in global and local contexts. This will boost general knowledge and subject-specific vocabulary, as well as promote learner engagement and student wellbeing. The 42 levelled fiction and non-fiction books from Oxford Reading Levels 1 to 6 are linked to subjects in the wider curriculum, as well as to international curricula, such as the Oxford International Curriculum and the IB's Primary Years Programme. The Teacher Handbook includes cross-curricular activities designed to support children's understanding of the SDGs. Selected titles from this series can be accessed through the Oxford Owl eBook Library subscription. Free Teaching Notes are also available on Oxford Owl. The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series will inspire young readers to become the problem-solving global citizens of tomorrow. This wordless story will help children learn about the many different feelings that they may experience throughout a day, as they follow a boy's journey through his own day. They learn how feelings can be expressed and how they could be managed. My Feelings focuses on UN SDG 3 Good health and wellbeing.

The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series explains and illustrates the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals in an age-appropriate way. The series supports development of all reading skills by combining phonic progression with essential vocabulary, as well as extending the reader's comprehension of the issues around sustainability in global and local contexts. This will boost general knowledge and subject-specific vocabulary, as well as promote learner engagement and student wellbeing. The 42 levelled fiction and non-fiction books from Oxford Reading Levels 1 to 6 are linked to subjects in the wider curriculum, as well as to international curricula, such as the Oxford International Curriculum and the IB's Primary Years Programme. The Teacher Handbook includes cross-curricular activities designed to support children's understanding of the SDGs. Selected titles from this series can be accessed through the Oxford Owl eBook Library subscription. Free Teaching Notes are also available on Oxford Owl. The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series will inspire young readers to become the problem-solving global citizens of tomorrow. Based on a true story, a boy sees that his town needs help during the pandemic. He designs and makes a tap which people do not have to touch while washing their hands. This prevents the spread of germs. Helping Hands focuses on UN SDG 3 Good health and wellbeing.