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Doody's Core Title 2013!. This third edition of the incomparable review bible for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Examination has been completely updated to reflect current practice and the core knowledge tested on the exam. Known for its organization, consistency, and clarity, the book distills the essentials and provides focused reviews of all major topics. Coverage is expanded in the third edition to include dedicated sections on pain management, medical ethics, and ultrasound that reflect new board requirements. Written in outline format for readability and easy access to in

Title Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review / edited by Sara J. Cuccurullo
associated editor, Joseph Lee
contributors, Michael A. Alexander [and fifty one others].
Edition Third edition.
Publisher New York, New York : Demos Medical
Creation Date 2015
Notes Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index at the end of each chapters.
English
Content Cover
Title
Copyright
Production Staff
Contents
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contributors
Authors
Reviewers
Introduction: Board Certification
The Purpose of Certification
The Examination
Examination Admissibility Requirements
Part I Admissibility Requirements
Part II Admissibility Requirements
Re-Application
The Examination: Part I
Part I Examination Outline
Question Format
The Examination: Part II
Part II Examination Outline
Examination Results
The Certificate
Preparation for the Test
Helpful Resources
Day of the Examination
Maintenance of Certification
Maintenance of Certification ComponentsMaintenance of Certification Model
Maintenance of Certification Requirements
Component I: Professional Standing
Component II: Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment
Component III: Cognitive Expertise (Examination)
Component IV: Practice Performance
MOC Requirements Summary
Certificate Issuance
Examination Statistics
Total PM&R Diplomates Certified as of 2013: 11,047
Maintenance of Certification Statistics for 2013
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Chapter 1: Stroke
Introduction
Definition of Stroke
EpidemiologyRisk Factors
Basic Neuroanatomical Review of the Major Vessels Involved in Stroke
Types of Stroke
Ischemic Strokes
Hemorrhagic Strokes
Diagnostic Studies
Medical Treatment
Immediate Management
BP Management
Thrombolytic Therapy
Anticoagulant Therapy
Antiplatelet Therapy
Corticosteroids
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Treatment of SAH
Treatment of ICH
Treatment of AVM
Stroke Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Methods for Motor Deficits
Post-Stroke Shoulder Pain
Other Stroke Rehabilitation Issues
The Four Phases of Swallowing
Aphasia
Anatomic Location of Major Speech AreasManagement of Medical Issues
Factors That Predict Mortality and Functional Recovery in Stroke Patients
The Barthel Index
References
Recommended Reading
Chapter 2: Traumatic Brain Injury
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology of TBI
Primary Versus Secondary Injury
Focal Versus Diffuse Injury
Penetrating Head Injuries
Recovery Mechanisms
Disorders of Consciousness
Location of Control of Consciousness
Treatment of Disorders of Consciousness
Posturing Secondary to Head Injury
Decerebrate Posturing
Decorticate PosturingPrognosis After TBI: An Evidence-Based Approach
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS)
Head Injury Predictor Scales and Testing
Medical Management of TBI
Initial Management
Surgical Management in TBI
Medical and Neurologic Complications After TBI
Posttraumatic Seizures (PTS) and Posttraumatic Epilepsy (PTE)
Paroxysmal Autonomic Instability and Dystonia
Posttraumatic Hydrocephalus
Cranial Nerve Injuries in TBI
Posttraumatic Agitation
Second-Line Interventions for Posttraumatic Agitation: Pharmacotherapy
Heterotopic Ossification (HO)
Hypertension
Venous Thromboembolic Disease (VTE)
Extent 1 online resource (1053 p.)
Language English
Copyright Date ©2015
National Library system number 997010716160305171
MARC RECORDS

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