{"title":"Chris Higgins","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChris Higgins\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful works focused on the practical and clinical aspects of health and wellness. Readers can expect clear, well-researched guides that demystify complex medical tests and laboratory investigations, making essential information accessible to professionals and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a practical approach grounded in accuracy, Higgins’ writing serves as a valuable resource for understanding the diagnostic processes behind health assessments. These books are ideal for anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of laboratory procedures and their implications for health care.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"understanding-laboratory-investigations-by-chris-higgins-9780470659519","title":"Understanding Laboratory Investigations","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purpose of this book is to help nurses, midwives and health professionals better understand how the work of clinical laboratories contributes to patient care. It answers the following questions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhy is this test being ordered on my patient?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat sort of sample is required?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow is that sample obtained?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd most importantly:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat is the significance of the test result for my patient?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRetaining its accessible and user-friendly style, the aim of \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding Laboratory Investigations\u003c\/em\u003e remains the same: to provide nurses with as much relevant information as possible about the most commonly requested laboratory tests. This is not a book about laboratory technique—its focus is on the clinical significance of test results, and therefore, the patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe third edition is more comprehensive in terms of the number of tests discussed, incorporates colour to aid accessibility, and includes more paediatric content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47601074143468,"sku":"9780470659519","price":154.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/42c13cad7e936903a3bcefe2592cc8f9.jpg?v=1778018907"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/chris-higgins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}