Download or read book The Best of Health Professions Humor written by Colleen Kenefick and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is intended for all health care professionals who are interested in enjoying a humorous moment, but especially for those in the allied health fields. More than a collection of articles, this book highlights common themes across all health care disciplines, expressing a collective understanding regardless of author's occupational choices, and demonstrating that humor is a necessary part of their working lives.
Download or read book Humor and the Health Professions written by Vera M. Robinson and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Humor and the Health Professions written by Vera M. Robinson and published by Slack. This book was released on 1991 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Extensive coverage of humor in interpersonal relationships, patient education and the work environment greatly enhance the value of this book to all health care professionals. Humor and the Health Professions introduces the benefits of humor not only as a healing tool for the patient, but as a stress management tool for the health professional as well.
Download or read book Bedlam Among the Bedpans written by Amy Y. Young and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2006-08-31 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-read for nursing professionals, Bedlam Among the Bedpans: Humor in Nursing, includes over 100 of the funniest and most creative stories about nursing collected from nursing journals, books, and the internet that highlight the humor in the situations nurses face every day. Inspired by the experiences of real nurses, the stories relate situations with insights that only nurses who have "been there" in the field could have. Includes some of the best pieces of creative and humorous writing published in the past 20 years. Stories that help nurses see the humor in challenging situations they encounter every day. Funny cartoons and illustrations that add even more humor to the book. Compiled by an academic librarian, this book includes a carefully chosen and well-rounded collection of entertaining stories.
Download or read book Humor Seriously written by Jennifer Aaker and published by Crown Currency. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WALL STREET JOURNAL, LOS ANGELES TIMES, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER • Anyone—even you!—can learn how to harness the power of humor in business (and life), based on the popular class at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. Don’t miss the authors’ TED Talk, “Why great leaders take humor seriously,” online now. “The ultimate guide to using the magical power of funny as a tool for leadership and a force for good.”—Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When and Drive We are living through a period of unprecedented uncertainty and upheaval in both our personal and professional lives. So it should come as a surprise to exactly no one that trust, human connection, and mental well-being are all on the decline. This may seem like no laughing matter. Yet, the research shows that humor and laughter are among the most valuable tools we have at our disposal for strengthening bonds and relationships, diffusing stress and tension, boosting resilience, and performing when the stakes are high. That’s why Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas teach the popular course Humor: Serious Business at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where they help some of the world’s most hard-driving, blazer-wearing business minds infuse more humor and levity into their work and lives. In Humor, Seriously, they draw on findings by behavioral scientists, world-class comedians, and inspiring business leaders to reveal how humor works and—more important—how you can use more of it, better. Aaker and Bagdonas unpack the theory and application of humor: what makes something funny, how to mine your life for material, and simple ways to identify and leverage your unique humor style. They show how to use humor to rebuild vital connections; appear more confident, competent, and authentic at work; and foster cultures where levity and creativity can thrive. President Dwight David Eisenhower once said, “A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done.” If Dwight David Eisenhower, the second least naturally funny president (after Franklin Pierce), thought humor was necessary to win wars, build highways, and warn against the military-industrial complex, then you might consider learning it too.
Download or read book The Best of Medical Humor written by Howard J. Bennett and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available in the US, Canada, Latin America, and South East Asia (except Japan) only. Not distributed by LWW in Europe.
Download or read book Humor Works written by John Morreall and published by Human Resource Development. This book was released on 1997 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the connections between humor and creativity, teamwork, risk-taking, and effective communication.
Download or read book Cases on Applied and Therapeutic Humor written by Cundall Jr., Michael K. and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-06-25 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recent evidence indicates that humor is an important aspect of a person's health, and studies have shown that increased levels of humor help with stress, pain tolerance, and overall patient health outcomes. Still, many healthcare providers are hesitant to use humor in their practice for fear of offense or failure. Understanding more of how and why humor works as well as some of the issues related to real-world examples is essential to help practitioners be more successful in their use and understanding of humor in medical care. Through case studies and real-world applications of therapeutic humor, the field can be better understood and advanced for best practices and uses of this type of therapy. With this growing area of interest, research on humor in a patient care setting must be discussed. Cases on Applied and Therapeutic Humor focuses on humor in medical care and will discuss issues in humor research, assessment of the effectiveness of humor in medical settings, and examples of medical care in specific health settings. The chapters will explore how propriety, effectiveness, perception, and cultural variables play a role in using humor as therapy and will also provide practical case studies from medical/healthcare professionals in which they personally employed humor in medical practice. This book is ideal for medical students, therapists, researchers interested in health, humor, and medical care; healthcare professionals; humor researchers; along with practitioners, academicians, and students looking for a deeper understanding of the role humor can play as well as guidance as to the effective and meaningful use of humor in medical/healthcare settings.
Download or read book Laughter The Best Medicine written by Joe Kenogbon and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-06-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Laughter The Best Medicine: Humorous Medical Verses," the worlds of health and humor collide in a delightful collection of witty, clever, and heart-warming poems. This anthology, crafted by the author, navigates the often intimidating realm of medicine with a light-hearted touch, turning everyday medical experiences into sources of laughter and reflection. From the anxious moments in the waiting room to the unexpected hilarity of doctor's orders, each verse captures the essence of human vulnerability and resilience with a playful twist. Readers will chuckle at the clever wordplay and humorous scenarios that shine a light on the quirks and idiosyncrasies of doctors, nurses, patients, and medical situations. The poems span a wide range of topics, including the common cold, quirky diagnoses, hospital mishaps, and the timeless wisdom of medical professionals. With its charming rhymes and whimsical narratives, "Laughter The Best Medicine" serves as a delightful reminder that humour can be found even in the most serious of situations, and that sometimes, a good laugh is the best remedy of all. Perfect for anyone who has ever navigated the healthcare system, this collection offers a much-needed dose of joy and levity, making it a must-read for medical professionals and patients alike. Whether you're a doctor, nurse, patient, or someone who simply enjoys a good laugh, these verses will leave you smiling and remind you that laughter truly is the best medicine.
Download or read book Q Fever Medical Humor and Satire for Healthcare Professionals written by Q. Fever! and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2003-03-25 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Q Fever! is the world's most popular medical humor and satire website, with a unique, original, and savagely humorous perspective on the people and events affecting the healthcare community. Now, for the first time, the best headlines, articles, and features from the Q Fever! website are available in convenient paperback format - perfect for quick access during rounds, or for setting a nice, hot cup of coffee on top of! There's something in it for everyone - doctors, nurses, students, allied health caregivers ... even laypeople fraudulently representing themselves as healthcare providers. In short, it's just what the doctor ordered! (Prior authorization required by most insurance plans.) "Hilarious! Excellent resource for those who are the counterweight of normalcy!!"-Carl Elbing, Nurstoon "Readers who fondly remember the kind of humour usually confined to medical students' drunken reviews will enjoy the website ..."-British Medical Journal [BMJ 24 Feb 2001, 322:500] "Confirming a diagnosis of Q Fever requires serologic testing"-Centers For Disease Control
Download or read book My Funny Major Medical written by Linton Robinson and published by . This book was released on 2012-10-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laughter might be the best medicine, but it's not covered by Medicare. So this little book provides a low-cost, over-the-counter dosage to cheer up (and/or terrify) those who find themselves on the wrong end of health maintenance. (Whichever the "wrong end" might be.) Some of the funniest humor writers on the scene today share their stories, jokes, therapeutic venting, and scans of the process of Getting Better - including some medical personnel who didn't realize they were being funny. Contributors include columnists, comedians, authors, TV writers, and people with unauthorized access to hospital files. This inexpensive, pocket-sized book is a time-released "get well card" for the ailing and afflicted, an inside chuckle for medical professionals, and a collection of healing fun for those who aren't under care at the moment. Contents include: Previews of Coming Contractions; My Hysterical-Ectomy; Sometimes It Is Brain Surgery; Waiting for Dr. Godot; The Missing Vagina Monologues; The Patients of Job; The Ma'am-O-Gram; Hip Op Album; When Make-A-Wish Goes Bad; Specialists' Opinion on ObamaCare; Confessions of a Candy Striper. A great collection of laughs for anybody associated with Medicine from any perspective, these fine writers and hilarious bloopers will have you in stitches... if you aren't already.
Download or read book Humor the Lighter Path to Resilience and Health written by Paul McGhee PhD and published by Author House. This book was released on 2010-01-21 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We’ve all heard the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Readers Digest has been telling us this for years, but until recently there was no real evidence to back up the claim. This book discusses the exciting findings scientists have obtained over the past 25 years for how your sense of humor supports good physical and mental health. A separate chapter discusses humor and the brain. The first studies of humor and health demonstrated humor’s ability to strengthen the immune system, reduce pain and reduce levels of stress hormones circulating in the body. These general health-promoting benefits led researchers to study the impact of humor and laughter on specific diseases. This exciting new work has now shown health benefits of humor in connection with coronary heart disease, asthma, COPD, arthritis, certain allergies and diabetes. The two cerebral hemispheres of the brain are shown to play different roles in our understanding and enjoyment of humor. Also, specific dopamine-based pleasure centers in the brain have now been identified which account for the good feeling that results from humor and a good belly laugh. The key to understanding humor’s contribution to health and wellness is its ability to both build more positive emotion into your life and reduce feelings of anger, anxiety and depression. Humor helps provide the emotional resilience needed to meet the challenges presented by steadily increasing stress in our personal and work lives. It is a powerful tool for coping with any form of life stress, and a means of sustaining a positive, optimistic attitude toward life. And it’s never too late to improve your sense of humor. The companion to this book, Humor as Survival Training for a Stressed-Out World (also published by AuthorHouse), presents a hands-on program for learning to use humor to cope.
Download or read book Innovative Teaching Strategies in Nursing and Related Health Professions written by Professor and Director Health Professions Education Doctoral Program School of Health Sciences Simmons College Boston Massachusetts Arlene Lowenstein, RN, PhD and published by Jones & Bartlett Publishers. This book was released on 2011 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Innovative Teaching Strategies in Nursing and Related Health Professions, Fifth Edition continues to provide nursing educators and other health care professionals with the latest, proven teaching strategies. Newly revised and updated, this new Fifth Edition offers how-to-strategies for incorporating the burgeoning field of technology into the classroom. New topics include Web 2.0 technologies such as blogs and podcasts. Also featured are chapters on Blended Learning and Study Abroad programs, enabling students to gain a more diverse and increased global perspective. Featuring innovative teaching techniques for various learning environments and real world illustrations of the strategies in use, this book goes beyond theory to offer practical application principles that educators can count on!
Download or read book The Language of Humor written by Alleen Pace Nilsen and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2018-11 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores how humor can be explained across the various sub-disciplines of linguistics, in order to aid communication.
Download or read book The Psychology of Humor written by Jon Roeckelein and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2002-02-28 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work traces the origins and evolution of the concept of humor in psychology from ancient to modern times with an emphasis on an experimental/empirical approach to the understanding of humor and sense of humor. In addition to more than 3,000 important citations and references pertaining to the history, theories, and definitions of the concept of humor, this reference guide contains more than 380 recent (post-1970) annotated entries on the psychology of humor in its bibliographic section. The book describes various psychological, nonpsychological, and philosophical theories and definitions of humor, and focuses on the methodological concerns of psychologists regarding the scientific investigation of humor. The bibliography is organized under 10 categories, including Bibliographies and Literature Reviews of Humor, Cognition and Humor, Methodology and Measurement of Humor, and Social Aspects of Humor.
Download or read book Effective Patient Education written by Donna Falvo and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2011 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a nursing expert and former Chair of patient education for the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, Effective Patient Education: A Guide to Increased Adherence, Fourth Edition gives clinicians the tools they need to become effective patient educators. Using a patient-centered approach, this essential text provides specific strategies for communicating in a way that motivates patients to take action. Crucial to this approach is an understanding of the patient as a partner in the patient education process. The text uncovers patient concerns and challenges that may interfere with patient adherence to recommendations, enabling clinicians to gain insight into their patients and devise communication strategies that can empower patients to overcome obstacles. In addition, this completely revised and updated edition explores the challenges that clinicians may face in conducting patient education. Using case examples to illustrate key points, this text moves beyond theory to offer practical application principles for the real world. Featuring a clinical approach in examining established patient-education theories, Effective Patient Education: A Guide to Increased Adherence, Fourth Edition is an invaluable guide for nursing students and professionals!
Download or read book Communication for Nurses written by Pamela McHugh Schuster and published by F.A. Davis. This book was released on 2010-02-24 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This exceptional book for nurses and nursing students guides the development of the comprehensive, professional communication skills to prevent errors that result in patient injuries and death. With a patient-safety focus, thorough coverage of communication and extensive, interactive ancillaries, it demonstrates how communication is tied to desired clinical outcomes.