Diagnostic tests.1582559031 Diagnostic tests. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2007 535 pages $39.95 Paperback Lippincott manual of nursing practice series RT48 This practical nursing handbook describes approximately 400 laboratory and imaging tests performed in clinics and hospitals. Arranged alphabetically, each entry reviews patient preparation, procedure and post-test care, precautions, reference values ref·er·ence values pl.n. A set of laboratory test values obtained from an individual or from a group in a defined state of health. , abnormal findings, and interfering factors. Color illustrations of arthroscopy Arthroscopy Definition Arthroscopy is the examination of a joint, specifically, the inside structures. The procedure is performed by inserting a specifically designed illuminated device into the joint through a small incision. , breast ductal lavage ductal lavage Cytology The harvesting of cells from the mammary ducts in an attempt to identify CA at an early, possibly more treatable stage. See Breast cancer. , cystourethroscopy, echocardiograms, CT scans, nasopharyngeal culture Nasopharyngeal Culture Definition A nasopharyngeal culture is used to identify pathogenic (disease-causing) organisms present in the nasal cavity that may cause upper respiratory tract symptoms. , and a liver biopsy are provided. ([c]20062005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR) |
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