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Week by Week: Plans for Documenting Children's Development
by Barbara Ann NilsenWeek by Week is a documentation system guidebook for students and practitioners in early childhood education who work with toddlers through second-grade children. Each chapter has two main parts: the documentation method and the child development overview.
Massage Mastery: From Student To Professional
by Anne WilliamsThis comprehensive introductory massage text is organized into 24 chapters that cover the key areas addressed in massage programs of 500 to 1200 hours in length. Topics inside the chapters are structured to allow for manageable reading assignments that build a student's sense of accomplishment and motivation. Written and designed for today's adult learner, the book offers a broad discussion of foundation massage with appropriate depth for a beginning student progressing to an entry-level professional. It also contains new topics that are necessary to prepare today's adult learners for successful massage careers. (Note: It does not cover anatomy and physiology, as A&P is best thoroughly covered in a separate textbook. ) A helpful appendix on health care terminology, a comprehensive massage glossary, and a robust set of ancillary materials complete the package. The companion Study Guide contains topic-specific Rubrics, Learning Contracts, and a variety of exercises and activities for students.
Spa Bodywork: A Guide for Massage Therapists, Second Edition
by Anne WilliamsSpa Bodywork: A Guide for Massage Therapists is primarily a textbook for the massage student enrolled in a spa program. It is also a guide for the practicing massage therapist who wishes to add spa treatments to a private practice or work in the spa profession.
The Immigration Battle in American Courts
by Anna O. LawThis book assesses the role of the federal judiciary in immigration and the institutional evolution of the U.S. Supreme Court and of the U.S. Courts of Appeals.
Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
by Ann WortingerThis book serves an introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition and also a guide to monitoring the nutritional needs of patients in daily practice. Students will benefit from the clear and consistent approach to basic principles of nutrition. Practicing technicians and nurses will appreciate the practical applications and techniques for managing the nutritional needs of both sick and healthy patients and guidance for educating clients.
Guidelines for Microsoft Office 2013 (Second Edition)
by Anita VernoIn this second edition, Guidelines for Microsoft® Office 2013, we apply those basics to the newest version of the Office suite. As in the first edition, you will find a step-by-step, visual approach that will help you quickly learn the key features of the Office applications, building knowledge in a logical and easy-to-follow way. For every skill, you will have the option of playing a Skills Video to see and hear the steps demonstrated on screen. Structured end-of-chapter and end-of-module activities and projects will help reinforce what you have learned and assess how well you can apply your new skills to realistic work and school situations. As you work through the skills, exercises, and projects in each chapter, you will gain confidence and proficiency.
The Wounded Heart of God
by Andrew S. ParkPark asserts that one cannot grasp the full meaning of the sin and guilt of sinners until one has looked at the Korean concept of han--the relational consequence of sin--and shame of their victims. To reconcile with God and with other humans, one's sin must be repented, guilt must be forgiven, the han of those who have been wronged must be healed, and the shame which results from that wrong must be erased.
Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation For Success (Second Edition)
by Andrew P. WintersteinAthletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Second Edition is a dynamic text designed to create a foundation for future study in the field of athletic training and prepares students for what they will learn, study, encounter, and achieve during their educational and professional career. An ideal first text for any program, it is the perfect choice for an introductory athletic training course. Breaking the mold of other introductory athletic training texts, this Second Edition includes answers to many "real-life" athletic training situations. The text supplements core content with information derived from a diverse group of professionals. These athletic trainers provide insight and advice on preparing for a variety of topics including work environments, ethics in the workplace, professional preparation, maximizing clinical education opportunities, and a successful career. Athletic Training Student Primer, Second Edition by Dr. Andrew P. Winterstein also includes three new chapters on taping and bracing skills, first aid and initial care, and components of rehabilitation. Informative boxes and sidebars emphasizing specific concepts and tables utilized to outline muscle actions and innervations for specific regions of the body are included for easy reference throughout. Some additional topics include: * Diversity * Employment settings * Emerging trends * Educational resources Further expanding the learning process, included with each new textbook purchase is access to a companion website with a variety of exciting multimedia features such as taping and bracing techniques, interactive anatomy animations, a glossary, flash cards, and quizzes. What else is new in the Second Edition? * Career information from current athletic training professionals in a variety of settings * Increased depth of discussion on specific injury and conditions * Expanded resources and up-to-date information on educational requirements * New case studies and points of historic interest to facilitate student learning * Additional "injury spotlights" focusing on common injuries * Anatomical drawings * Includes additional on-line material available with new textbook purchase Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Second Edition effectively combines the core concepts in athletic training with guidance on the human elements of the profession, providing athletic training students with the core information needed for the first step into a future career in athletic training.
Sustainability, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
by Andrea LarsonThis book is suited for the Entrepreneurship or Innovation course with an emphasis on Sustainability or for a course devoted entirely to Sustainability. The deep roots of sustainability thinking are now evident in widespread and increasingly visible activities worldwide, this text will help you and your students explore that necessity, its implications and its progression.
First Aid: Responding to Emergency (2012 Rev. #12)
by American Red CrossThis participant's textbook is part of the American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies: Comprehensive First Aid/CPR/AED program. The emergency care procedures outlined in this book reflect the standard of knowledge and accepted emergency practices in the United States at the time this book was published.
ACE Personal Trainer Manual: The Ultimate Resource For Fitness Professionals (Fourth Edition)
by American Council on ExerciseLike the American Council on Exercise itself; the ACE Personal Trainer Manual has long stood as the standard of excellence in the fitness industry. And like previous editions of this manual, this Fourth Edition of the ACE Personal Trainer Manual was written based on feedback from individuals who are active in the fitness world--practicing personal trainers, university professors, and industry experts--who worked together to create the Exam Content Outline (see Appendix B). This document presents the skills and knowledge that a personal trainer needs to have a successful career and should serve as a guide as you prepare for the ACE exam.
CliffsTestPrep Foreign Service Officer Exam: Preparation for the Written Exam and the Oral Assessment
by American BookWorks CorporationYour guide to passing the Foreign Service Officer Exam. Why Cliffs Test Prep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust. Get the information you need--fast! Written by test prep specialists. Introduction * Review of how the exam is organized, along with answers to frequently asked questions. Part I: Written Exam: The Job Knowledge Test * Descriptions of the five general career track knowledge areas--management, consular, economic, political, and public diplomacy * Question-and-answer subject review chapters for the eight job topic areas, along with mini-tests after each subject review * A sample Job Knowledge test with complete answers and explanations Part II: Written Exam: The English Expression Test * Grammar and usage review * Two sample English Expression tests with complete answers and explanations Part III: Written Exam: The Biographic Information Questionnaire * General information on this section of the exam, plus helpful sample questions Part IV: Written Exam: Written Essay* Overview of the Written Essay portion of the exam, plus sample essay topics for practice * Direction on how to effectively prewrite, outline, organize, edit, and revise your essayPart V: Oral Assessment * Overview of the Oral Assessment portion of the exam and the categories in which you'll be assessed. Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes?An American BookWorks Corporation. Project Contributors: Deborah Barrett, PhD; Elaine Bender, MA; Phillip Gay, PhD; Freddy Lee, PhD; Val Limburg, PhD; Tandy McConnell, PhD; Edward Miller, PhD; Deborah Grayson Riegel, MA; Sharon Saronson, MFA, MA; Brice Sloan, BA; Jonathan Weber, BA; Mark Weinfeld, MA
The Graphic Designer's Digital Toolkit
by Allan B. WoodBeing a successful graphic designer today requires more than knowing the essential features of industry-standard software applications. It also requires an understanding of how to integrate these programs into a seamless whole while producing work that conforms to design principles and client expectations.
Small Gas Engines: Fundamentals, Service, Troubleshooting, Repair, Applications (9th Edition)
by Alfred C. RothSmall Gas Engines provides practical information about the construction and operation of small two- and four-cycle gasoline engines. Detailed information about specific maintenance, lubrication, troubleshooting, service, rebuilding, and repair is presented. The text is written in clear, nontechnical language and includes information that is invaluable to anyone interested in servicing small gas engines.
Kinn's The Administrative Medical Assistant: An Applied Learning Approach (7th Edition)
by Alexandra Patricia Young-AdamsThis edition incorporates a unique approach called An Applied Learning Approach which introduces students to the concepts of critical thinking and the impact of individual learning styles on student success. The text provides practical, real-world administrative skills essential for success in the health care office. This updated edition combines current, reliable content with innovative support tools to help you confidently prepare for today's competitive job market.
Study Guide for Kinn's the Administrative Medical Assistant: An Applied Learning Approach (Seventh Edition)
by Alexandra Patricia Young-AdamsThis study guide offers a complete review of content and a wide range of exercises to help you master CAAHEP and ABHES competencies.
The Elements of Graphic Design: Space, Unity, Page Architecture, and Type (2nd Edition)
by Alex W. WhiteThis pioneering work has been wholly revised and expanded to feature a new dimension of inspiring and counter-intuitive ideas to thinking about graphic design relationships and provides designers, art directors, and students--regardless of experience--with a unique approach to successful design. The second edition includes a new section on Web design; new discussions of modularity, framing, motion and time, rules of randomness, and numerous quotes supported by images and biographies.
Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing (Fifth Edition)
by Adrianne Dill LintonWith just the right level of information to equip you to effectively care for adults and older adults, Linton''s Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 5th Edition is the leading LPN/LVN text in its field. Covering both med-surg and psychiatric mental health conditions and disorders, it addresses your role in a variety of care settings, emphasizes culturally competent care and holistic nursing, and thoroughly covers all relevant NCLEX-PN Test Plan content. Abundant real-life case studies clearly show how to apply what you''ve learned to clinical practice. Features separate chapters on common, high-profile disorders (including hypertension, diabetes, and shock), providing an in-depth understanding for patient care. Offers foundational units on basic concepts related to the health care system, care settings, the nursing process, leadership, nutrition, the older adult, growth and nutrition, legal/ethical considerations, evidence-based nursing care, and many more essential topics, avoiding repetition later in the text Includes a separate, comprehensive unit on the older adult and related disorders - no other LPN/LVN med-surg text has as much coverage of this primary patient group. Includes a separate, comprehensive unit on psychosocial responses to illness, psychiatric disorders, and substance abuse - eliminating the need for a separate psychiatric mental health nursing text. Emphasizes content related to the NCLEX-PN Test Plan, including health promotion, nutrition, legal/ethical issues, HIPAA, and prevention of medication/medical errors. Offers in-depth pharmacology coverage: the Pharmacology Tutorial covers drug classifications, how drugs work, and nursing responsibilities; Pharmacology Capsules boxes provide medication information, precautions for use, interactions, and side/adverse effects; and Pharmacology and Medications tables in body systems chapters include classification, use/action, side/adverse effects, and nursing interventions - all with the goal of reducing medication errors on the job and equipping you to pass the NCLEX exam. Assists with assignment and supervision, helping you assign tasks to nurse assistants, patient care techs, and unlicensed assistive personnel, and making sure you understand the difference between delegation, management, supervision, and assignment of tasks on the health care team. Features Diagnostic Tests and Procedures tables for a quick reference to MRI, CT, Doppler flow, lumbar puncture tests for neurologic disorders, and much more. Highlights timely information with Health Promotion boxes, Cultural Considerations boxes, Nutrition Considerations boxes, and Complementary and Alternative Therapies boxes. Provides bulleted lists of nursing instructions for Patient Teaching Plans, stressing the role and responsibility of the LPN/LVN to reinforce patient education. Provides consistent Nursing Care Plans that reinforce the nursing process and focus on critical thinking, and Put on Your Thinking Cap Critical Thinking boxes encourage you to pause and consider the practical implications of what you have just read. Highlights safety and risk factors with a new Safety Considerations icon, alerting you to potential risks in the clinical setting. Emphasizes evidence-based practice, providing specific examples of how scientific evidence can justify and support patient care. Offers a unique focus on prioritization throughout, with top priorities for each major disorder emphasized in all nursing care sections, to help you better prepare for the NCLEX exam. Get Ready for the NCLEX-PN Examination! includes Key Points, Review Questions, and Case Studies that address the NCLEX Client Needs categories of Safe and Effective Care Environment, Physiological Integrity, Psychosocial Integrity, and Health Promotion and Maintenance. An excellent review for course assessments and the NCLEX exam!
Adobe Indesign CC (Classroom in a Book)
by Adobe Creative TeamThe fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Illustrator CC --Completely revised edition covers the latest features in Adobe InDesign CC, as includes numerous new tips and sidebars on workflow and best practices. -This guide's 16 project-based lessons teach readers the fundamental concepts and techniques of page layout with InDesign CC. -This book is part of the official training series from Adobe Systems and developed with the support of Adobe product experts. The 16 project-based lessons show students step-by-step the key techniques for working with InDesign CC. Students learn what they need to know to create engaging page layouts, flow and edit text, create and use styles, incorporate graphics and tables, and create PDF forms and ebooks. This completely revised edition covers the new features in Adobe InDesign CC, including the QR code generator and Font Favorites, and it features many redesigned sample documents, numerous new tips and sidebars on workflow and best practices, and more details on high-end typography options such as hyphenation settings. This thorough, self-paced guide is ideal for beginning students wanting to get up to speed on the key features of this program. Those who already have some experience with InDesign can improve their skills and learn InDesign's newest features. New to this InDesign CC edition-students now download the lesson files from the Peachpit website, so they can work along, step-by-step, with the book.
Adobe Photoshop Cs6 (Classroom In A Book)
by Adobe Creative TeamCreative professionals seeking the fastest, easiest, most comprehensive way to learn Adobe Photoshop CS6 choose Adobe Photoshop CS6 Classroom in a Book from the Adobe Creative Team at Adobe Press. The 14 project-based lessons in this book show readers step-by-step the key techniques for working in Photoshop CS6 and how to manipulate images, edit motion-based content, and create image composites. In addition to learning the key elements of the Photoshop interface, this completely revised CS6 edition covers new features, including precise cropping with multiple overlays, expanded content-aware toolkit with skin tone-aware selections and masking, three new blur effects, re-engineered design tools, adaptive Wide Angle adjustments, improved Camera Raw engine, improved auto corrections, Background Save and Auto-recovery, modernized user interface, intuitive video enhancements, simplified 3D interface, improved editing speed with real-time results, and more. In addition to the lesson files, the companion DVD will feature 2 hours of free video tutorials from Adobe Photoshop CS6: Learn by Video by Adobe Press and video2brain, a great added value! "The Classroom in a Book series is by far the best training material on the market. Everything you need to master the software is included: clear explanations of each lesson, step-by-step instructions, and the project files for the students. " --Barbara Binder, Adobe Certified Instructor, Rocky Mountain Training Classroom in a Book®, the best-selling series of hands-on software training workbooks, helps you learn the features of Adobe software quickly and easily. Classroom in a Book offers what no other book or training program does--an official training series from Adobe Systems Incorporated, developed with the support of Adobe product experts. **Breaking News! Adobe has released an update to Photoshop offering new features for Creative Cloud customers including Retina Display Support, Smart Object support for Blur Gallery and Liquify, powerful CSS support for web design, workflow improvements, improved 3D effects and more. Register your book at peachpit. com/register to receive a free update that covers these features.
On Communitarian Divinity: An African Interpretation of the Trinity
by A. Ogbonnaya A. Okechukwu OgbonnayaThe Trinity has long been considered an enigma within Western Christendom because the worldviews from which it has been apprehended have not been compatible with the worldview of the persons who developed the doctrine.
Optical Physics
by A. LipsonAimed at undergraduate and advanced courses on modern optics, it is ideal for scientists and engineers. The book covers the principles of geometrical and physical optics, leading into quantum optics, using mainly Fourier transforms and linear algebra. Chapters are supplemented with advanced topics and up-to-date applications, exposing readers to key research themes, including negative refractive index, surface plasmon resonance, phase retrieval in crystal diffraction and the Hubble telescope, photonic crystals, super-resolved imaging in biology, electromagnetically induced transparency, slow light and superluminal propagation, entangled photons and solar energy collectors. Solutions to the problems, simulation programs, key figures and further discussions of several topics are available at www.cambridge.org/lipson.