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A Guide to the Principles of Animal Nutrition
Copyright Year: 2020
Contributor: Cherian
Publisher: Oregon State University
License: CC BY-NC
Based on over 20 years of teaching experience in animal nutrition, this study guide will enhance learning basic food animal nutritional principles.
(2 reviews)
Nutrition: Science and Everyday Application - beta v 0.1
Copyright Year: 2020
Contributors: Callahan, Leonard, and Powell
Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources
License: CC BY-NC
This book is designed as an OER text and learning resource for undergraduate students enrolled in FN 225 Nutrition at Lane Community College in Eugene, Oregon. The book covers basic nutrition and metabolism, information literacy, energy balance, nutrition across life stages, dietary supplements, an in-depth look at each of the macronutrients, and major functions of vitamins and minerals.
(11 reviews)
Histology and Embryology for Dental Hygiene
Copyright Year: 2020
Contributors: Sheldahl and Yapp
Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources
License: CC BY-NC-SA
This eBook makes use of animated images to focus on concepts in histology and embryology, as well as hyperlinks to promote non-linear reading and learning. It is aimed at college students in a dental hygienist program.
(2 reviews)
Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice - 2nd Edition
Copyright Year: 2020
Contributor: Murphy
Publisher: Open SUNY
License: CC BY
Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice provides a pivotal learning experience for students transitioning from an associate degree education to a baccalaureate degree. Content includes a broad overview of the nursing profession, the role of accrediting and professional organizations with a strong focus on the American Nurses Association’s foundational documents. The competencies of the Standards of Professional Practice and the Code of Ethics are weaved throughout the text.
(7 reviews)
Safety, Health, and Nutrition in Early Childhood Education
Copyright Year: 2018
Contributor: Paris
Publisher: College of the Canyons
License: CC BY
Early childhood is a critical time in development. Many outcomes, both positive and negative, have their beginnings in these years. It is vital that children’s health and safety be protected. High-quality early care and education programs can play a valuable role in improving outcomes
(5 reviews)
Large Animal Surgery – Supplemental Notes
Copyright Year: 2019
Contributor: Malone
Publisher: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing
License: CC BY-NC
This textbook includes basic principles of large animal surgery and anesthesia, how to apply those principles to cases and situations, and discover ways of finding answers when you don’t remember the information, are presented with cases that aren’t “textbook” and/or things don’t go as planned.
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Nursing Pharmacology
Copyright Year: 2020
Publisher: WI Technical Colleges Open Press
License: CC BY
This open access Nursing Pharmacology textbook is designed for entry-level undergraduate nursing students. It explains basic concepts of pharmacology and describes common medication classes. This book is not intended to be used as a drug reference book, but direct links are provided to DailyMed, which provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States.
(10 reviews)
Interpreting Canada’s 2019 Food Guide and Food Labelling for Health Professionals
Copyright Year: 2019
Contributors: Lapum, St-Amant, and Hughes
Publisher: Ryerson University
License: CC BY-NC-SA
This textbook provides the novice learner with a foundational understanding of Canada’s 2019 Food Guide and Food Labelling. It highlights important considerations for future health professionals seeking to adopt the new food guide into their practice, including strategies towards healthy eating. This open textbook underscores a relational inquiry approach to inform discussions with clients about nutrition and healthy eating.
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The Complete Subjective Health Assessment
Copyright Year: 2019
Contributors: Lapum, St-Amant, and Hughes
Publisher: Ryerson University
License: CC BY-SA
This textbook is designed for the novice learner who is seeking to develop a foundational understanding of the complete subjective health assessment in the context of health and illness. The textbook deconstructs the categories of the complete subjective health assessment, providing learners with explanations and examples of what constitutes relevant subjective data. This textbook provides an opportunity to learn how to respond to normal, abnormal, and critical findings when completing a complete subjective health assessment
(4 reviews)
Vaccine Practice for Health Professionals - 1st Canadian Edition
Copyright Year: 2020
Contributors: St-Amant, Lapum, and English
Publisher: Ryerson University
License: CC BY-SA
This open access textbook is intended to guide best practices in vaccine delivery in Canada. This resource is designed for students in post-secondary health profession programs, including nursing. It may also be useful for graduate students and healthcare providers. This textbook provides information related to clinical practice, including the administration of vaccine, and communication with clients.
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