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100 _aBlows, W T
245 4 _aThe biological basis of clinical observations
250 _a2nd
260 _aLondon
_bRoutledge
_c2012
520 _aThis book integrates explanations of observational procedures with the biological knowledge that underpins practice. For each topic it explains the pathological basis for variations in observed results, focusing on relevant anatomy and physiology, genetics and pharmacology and the basic principles of care. Topics include: temperature; pulse and ECG; blood pressure; respiratory observations; fluid balance; nutrition; elimination; skin; neurological observations - consciousness, pain, eyes, movement; drug side effects interactions and allergies.
690 _aAssessment
690 _aBiology
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690 _aPhysiology
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999 _c55438
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