Library Catalogs
- UC Library Search This link opens in a new window
UC Library Search is the unified discovery and borrowing system for all 10 UC Campuses. Select the UCLA Library Catalog scope to search holdings of materials owned by the UCLA Library and other UCLA collections, whether online or in print. Does not contain full-text articles or article citations. Select the Articles, books and more scope to search for materials in all 10 UC campuses. More information in this guide.
Medicine E-book Sites
The Biomedical Library has several e-book packages covering clinical medicine and life sciences. The major book packages in the Health Sciences are:
- Access Medicine This link opens in a new windowProvides access to authoritative and current medical data, updated daily. The central resource comprises databases of medical texts covering internal medicine, cardiology, genetics, pharmacy, diagnosis and management, basic sciences, patient care, and more.
- antimicrobe.org This link opens in a new windowContains access to the full text of: Antimicrobial therapy and vaccines, vols. 1 & 2; the HIV clinical manual; and partial text of the Empiric as of January 18, 2006. Provides information on infectious diseases, including the microbes responsible and the anti-infective treatment options.
- PsychiatryOnline Premium Package This link opens in a new window
Includes DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), the American Journal of Psychiatry, and other psychiatric reference sources from American Psychiatric Publishing.
- Stat!Ref This link opens in a new windowProvides cross-searching of more than 46 medical texts including Stedman's Medical Dictionary and popular texts from McGraw Hill, Mosby, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, and the MEDLINE database.
- Thieme MedOne Education This link opens in a new windowFocused coverage of every clinical and scientific course in the medical school curriculum. Practical two-page units featuring clear, concise text alongside full-color illustrations for easy reference and review Ideal course supplement, study companion, and refresher for students and educators. Formerly Thieme E-book Library.
Other Science E-book Packages
In addition to the clinical packages, we have several general life and health sciences packages, such as:
- Colloquium Digital Library of Life Sciences This link opens in a new windowA collection of over 50 colloquia covering cell and molecular biology and biomedicine, including the neurosciences. Each colloquium is 50 ? 100 pages long. Each synthesizes an important research or development topic, written by a prominent contributor to the field
- SpringerLink This link opens in a new window
Immense array of books, chapters, conference proceedings and journal articles in the social sciences and sciences, published by Springer-Verlag. After searching, unclick Preview Only Content, whose materials are not under UCLA subscription. Advanced search enabled at wheel icon to right of search.
- Taylor & Francis E-books This link opens in a new windowE-books from Routledge, Psychology Press, and Focal Press, mostly in the humanities, social sciences, and behavioral sciences. UCLA subscribes to only a small number of the available titles. Also includes the scientific, technical, and medical reference books formerly contained in CRCnetBASE. UCLA subscribes to only a small number of titles beyond the former CRC collection.
- Wiley Online Library This link opens in a new window
Fifteen databases, plus individual journals and e-books. Includes 2011-present IEEE-Wiley books.
New Books in Nursing
Here are new book titles in the general area of nursing.
NCLEX-RN Drug Guide: 300 Medications You Need to Know for the Exam by Call Number: Biomed Permanent Reserves WY18.2 .N33725 2017ISBN: 9781506223476Date: 2017
Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual! by
Get the vital basics of cardiovascular care, with the expert direction and clear-cut images of the freshly updated Cardiovascular Care Made Incredibly Visual! (tm), 3rd Edition. Let this colorful, down-to-earth text guide you smoothly through essential skills, concepts, and equipment how-to's, including physical assessments, diagnostic tests, cardiac monitoring, and handling emergencies and complications. Get ready for success in both the classroom and with patient care; the clear explanations, Incredibly Visual (tm) humor, and numerous illustrations make this the enjoyable way to learn positive, effective cardiac care. Master the fundamental concepts, skills, and processes of cardiac care ... NEW and updated guidance on the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithms, with step-by-step direction on handling emergency situations NEW end-of-chapter selected readings that support evidence-based learning Hundreds of colorful images that bring complex cardiovascular care concepts to life --drawings, charts, photos, and diagrams explaining and reinforcing key cardiovascular concepts in easy-to-follow ways Ideal reference and review for nursing students, new nurses, and other healthcare practitioners --detailed visuals and clear, concise explanations to help you master cardiovascular anatomy, and physiology and effective treatments and interventions Perfect for visual learners --numerous images that demonstrate skills and interventions in easy-to-follow ways, including: Essential cardiovascular anatomy and physiology Physical assessment techniques Diagnostic tests Common disorders ECG interpretation, including rhythm strip analysis, the 8-step method, and arrhythmias Cardiac monitoring methods, including handling monitor problems Hemodynamic monitoring Handling complications Treatments and interventions Emergency procedures Excellent teaching aid--visual, step-by-step instruction applied to real-life patient care scenarios, backed by expert clinical tips Perfect supplement to medical-surgical texts on cardiovascular care, clarifying complex concepts Chapter features: Just the facts --quick summary of chapter content Vision Quest --End-of-Chapter games that help you match words, concepts, and photos to reinforce key learning points "Nurse Joy and Jake" --Practical advice and expert insights offered throughout Memory jogger --simple techniques for remembering vital information
Call Number: Biomed Permanent Reserves WY 49 C267 2019ISBN: 9781496363374Date: 2019
