Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health

The Miller-Keane Encyclopedia & Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing,
& Allied Health is highly regarded for its accuracy, the clinical
usefulness of its entries, and its multidisciplinary approach that
encompasses current topics across the entire spectrum of health care.
Trademark features include comprehensive encyclopedic entries, portable
size, soft cover, printed thumb tabs, unique "Windows" essays, and a
color A&P atlas. Organized by major terms with related terms defined
as subentries, Miller-Keane's organization provides easy access to
information on a variety of closely related topics in one location.
Encyclopedic entries are included for significant topics, such as
diseases, disorders, or conditions. These encyclopedic entries include
the definition along with a concise overview of the most important
information related to Symptoms, Treatment, Patient Care, Prevention,
etc. Miller-Keane also includes an extensive list of appendices.
Dorland's spellchecker software and a companion Evolve website
supplement this edition making it a powerful tool to building and using a
medical vocabulary for all health professionals.