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Integrates orthodontic diagnosis and treatment into the wider healthcare of the patient to achieve the highest possible standards of careIntegrated Clinical Orthodontics offers an overview of clinical orthodontic theory and practice to equip clinicians to take an integrated approach to orthodontic practice. It presents the problems of orthodontics in an interdisciplinary context to describe how the potential complexity of dentofacial problems, the medical histories of patients, and a host of other factors contribute to orthodontic outcomes. The second edition has been expanded and thoroughly updated with new chapters and following an organized approach to the role of the orthodontist as part of a team. Cases in the book include orofacial deformities, sleep disorders, esthetic smile creation and temporomandibular joint problems.Orthodontic diagnosis and treatment are integrated into the wider health of the patient, including orthopedics, neurology, pediatrics, genetics and psychology, and the result is a modern, adaptable approach that places the patient and their needs at its center to achieve the highest possible standard of patient care.Readers of the second edition of Integrated Clinical Orthodontics will also find:* New chapters on neuromuscular disorders, customized orthodontics, artificial intelligence, ethics and patient data* Expanded content on special care in dentistry* Guidance for the clinical interactions between orthodontics and other areas of dentistry and medicine* Clinical implications and applications of the integrated approach in every chapterIntegrated Clinical Orthodontics is an essential resource for clinical orthodontists and specialists in related medical and dental fields who wish to take the holistic view of orthodontic practice.
A sweeping historical account of the Later Roman Empire incorporating the latest scholarly researchIn the newly revised 3rd edition of A History of the Later Roman Empire, 284-700, distinguished historians Geoffrey Greatrex and Stephen Mitchell deliver a thoroughly up-to-date discussion of the Later Roman Empire. It includes tables of information, numerous illustrations, maps, and chronological overviews. As the only single volume covering Late Antiquity and the early Islamic period, the book is designed as a comprehensive historical handbook covering the entire span between the Roman Empire to the Islamic conquests.The third edition is a significant expansion of the second edition--published in 2015--and includes two new chapters covering the seventh century. The rest of the work has been updated and revised, providing readers with a sweeping historical survey of the struggles, triumphs, and disasters of the Roman Empire, from the accession of the emperor Diocletian in AD 284 to the closing years of the seventh century. It also offers:* A thorough description of the massive political and military transformations in Rome's western and eastern empires* Comprehensive explorations of the latest research on the Later Roman Empire* Practical discussions of the tumultuous period ushered in by the Arab conquests* Extensive updates, revisions, and corrections of the second editionPerfect for undergraduate and postgraduate students of ancient, medieval, early European, and Near Eastern history, A History of the Later Roman Empire, 284-700 will also benefit lay readers with an interest in the relevant historical period and students taking a survey course involving the late Roman Empire.
Reduce low-value care with this practical guideLow-value care harms patients, overburdens healthcare professionals, threatens healthcare systems and damages the climate. How to Reduce Overuse in Healthcare is designed to provide practical guidance and tools for healthcare providers, their professional societies and policy makers developing programs to de-implement low-value or unnecessary care. It provides a five-step evidence- and theory-based framework for developing and evaluating programs such as Choosing Wisely to reduce low-value care and improve patient outcomes.How to Reduce Overuse in Healthcare readers will also find:* An author team involved in the leading Choosing Wisely international network* Detailed analysis of how to identify potential low-value care areas, select interventions, and more* Practical, real-world examples at the end of each chapter illustrating examples of overuse and de-implementationHow to Reduce Overuse in Healthcare describes the state of the art in de-implementation for healthcare professionals, healthcare administrator and policy makers looking to reduce low-value care in a more effective and evidence-based way.
Photography and Philosophy takes an up-to-date look at the issues of photographic truth, objectivity, and realism. It tests the limits on what can ethically be done with a camera and examines the fundamental differences between photographic and non-photographic artwork.
An invaluable resource for those seeking to understand the past, present and future of media and cultural resources in the Middle East.The Handbook of Media and Culture in the Middle East is designed to help readers navigate the important questions of the region and better understand the global cultural and media transformations that shape the debates and challenges of the twenty-first century. Bringing together contributions by a trans-regional panel of established experts and new voices, this interdisciplinary volume offers a fresh perspective on the cultures of the Middle East and their media production, distribution, and consumption.Rather than viewing the Middle East as a monolithic culture operating within a limited media framework, the book examines the multi-local characteristics of knowledge production, media, and culture in the region. Particular emphasis is placed on the necessity for moving away from universalism in favor of theoretically- and historically-grounded integrated analysis. Throughout the text, the authors address the central questions of media and culture in the Middle East while contextualizing the region's competing histories, geopolitical and socio-economic issues, and ongoing cultural and media debates.* Describes the intellectual landscape of the field, including its historic emergence and evolution, key theoretical approaches and empirical research, and possible future directions* Presents rich analyses anchored in contemporary research and broad historical and geopolitical contexts* Focuses on the symbiotic and dynamic relationship between old and emerging media* Offers case studies in cultural production and mainstream and alternative media.* Discusses the role of empire and its consequences for communication, culture and politics* Engages with culture as a dynamic site of struggle and contestationPart of the acclaimed Blackwell Global Handbooks in Media and Communication Research series, The Handbook of Media and Culture in the Middle East is essential reading for academics and researchers in the field and an excellent textbook for students of global studies, media and communication, journalism, anthropology, sociology, economics, political science, and history.
Media Industries: History, Theory and Method is among the first texts to explore the evolving field of media industry studies and offer an innovative blueprint for future study and analysis.
ESSENTIAL CLINICAL NEUROANATOMY The Essentials is an international, best-selling series of textbooks, all of which are designed to support lecture series or themes on core topics within the health sciences. See www.wiley.com for further details. Accessible, visually stimulating guide to clinical neuroanatomy, striking the perfect balance between regional and functional content Essential Clinical Neuroanatomy, 2nd Edition discusses the anatomy of the nervous system from the clinical perspective in easy-to-understand language, providing descriptions of the sensory, motor, and integration systems within the nervous system. Illustrations are included throughout in the clinical view using the gold standard computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging modalities. To enable seamless reader comprehension, the text includes case studies, study questions, boxes of interest to highlight the clinically relevant neuroanatomy, learning objectives, an outline of each chapter's material to be covered, multiple choice questions, and further reading resources. Essential Clinical Neuroanatomy, 2nd Edition contains information on: Topics important to clinical medicine, but often neglected in other neuroanatomy texts, such as trauma, infection, and congenital considerationsIncludes recent reviews and references with a focus on the cortical chapter and the imaging chapter where there is significant ongoing researchRevised figures and illustrations to reflect more cultural diversityTwo new chapters on the peripheral and autonomic nervous systemsUse of imaging studies used in clinical neuroanatomy, including how to evaluate these imagesNeuroanatomy of the central nervous system, covering an overview of the nervous system, blood vessels, meninges, and ventricles, neurodevelopment, the spinal cord, brain stem, cerebellum and cortexSensory, motor, and integration systems, covering the visual system, auditory and vestibular system, olfaction and taste, central motor control, the limbic system and cortical integration Essential Clinical Neuroanatomy, 2nd Edition is the perfect resource for medical and health science students taking a course on neuroanatomy and as an on-going companion during those first steps in clinical practice. The text is also useful for those reviewing neuroanatomy for major licensing or competency examinations (National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) United States Medical Licensure Exams (USMLE).
Gain confidence in third molar extractions, with advice relevant to general, specialty, and mobile third molar practice dentistsImpacted Third Molars, Second Edition, provides dentists with all the information they need to confidently remove impacted third molars, from case selection and imaging to sedation and patient management. Step-by-step surgical procedures support dentists in the successful surgical removal of third molars. The second edition has been updated throughout with new information and advances, and seven new chapters cover local anesthesia, imaging, patient management, platelet rich fibrin, case studies, and mobile third molar practices.The book includes all the information dentists need to efficiently, profitably, and safely remove impacted third molars. Photographs and illustrations depict the concepts described, and a companion website offers video clips. Impacted Third Molars:* Gives dentists all the information they need to consider mobile third molar practice, which provides more freedom, less stress, less overhead, and more profitability* Helps dentists stop referring third molars and remove them early in the teen years before roots develop* Features the author's seven-step procedure for removing impacted third molars* Includes a chapter describing the author's mobile third molar practice, with a procedure manual* Offers procedural videos on a companion websiteImpacted Third Molars, Second Edition is an essential reference for general dentists and specialists alike.
Understand the principles, perspectives, and practices for researching health professions education with this accessible introductionEducating healthcare students and professionals is critical to the long-term improvement of human health. Health professions education research (HPER) is a growing field with enormous potential to enrich the education of medical, nursing, and allied health students and professionals. There is still, however, an urgent need for a textbook focusing on the foundations of HPER that will help new and existing HPE researchers ground their work in research philosophies, evidence-based methodologies, and proven best practices.Foundations of Health Professions Education Research meets this need with a broad-based and accessible introduction to the foundations of HPER. Rooted in the latest theoretical and methodological advances, this book takes a global and interdisciplinary approach, designed to provide the widest possible range of backgrounds with a working knowledge of HPER. It promises to become an indispensable contribution to this growing field of increasingly rigorous research.Foundations of Health Professions Education Research readers will also find:* An authorial team with decades of combined HPER experience on multiple continents* Educational features such as learning outcomes, illustrative case studies, discussion points, and exercises to facilitate understanding and retention* Detailed discussion of different approaches to HPER including scientific, realist, interpretivist, critical, and pragmatic approaches alongside a range of topics taking you through your entire research journeyFoundations of Health Professions Education Research is a useful reference for both new and experienced HPE researchers, including postgraduate students studying HPER.
Learn how to use Python for linguistics and digital humanities research, perfect for students working with Python for the first timePython programming is no longer only for computer science students; it is now an essential skill in linguistics, the digital humanities (DH), and social science programs that involve text analytics. Python Programming for Linguistics and Digital Humanities provides a comprehensive introduction to this widely used programming language, offering guidance on using Python to perform various processing and analysis techniques on text. Assuming no prior knowledge of programming, this student-friendly guide covers essential topics and concepts such as installing Python, using the command line, working with strings, writing modular code, designing a simple graphical user interface (GUI), annotating language data in XML and TEI, creating basic visualizations, and more.This invaluable text explains the basic tools students will need to perform their own research projects and tackle various data analysis problems. Throughout the book, hands-on exercises provide students with the opportunity to apply concepts to particular questions or projects in processing textual data and solving language-related issues. Each chapter concludes with a detailed discussion of the code applied, possible alternatives, and potential pitfalls or error messages.* Teaches students how to use Python to tackle the types of problems they will encounter in linguistics and the digital humanities* Features numerous practical examples of language analysis, gradually moving from simple concepts and programs to more complex projects* Describes how to build a variety of data visualizations, such as frequency plots and word clouds* Focuses on the text processing applications of Python, including creating word and frequency lists, recognizing linguistic patterns, and processing words for morphological analysis* Includes access to a companion website with all Python programs produced in the chapter exercises and additional Python programming resourcesPython Programming for Linguistics and Digital Humanities: Applications for Text-Focused Fields is a must-have resource for students pursuing text-based research in the humanities, the social sciences, and all subfields of linguistics, particularly computational linguistics and corpus linguistics.
Understand the design, construction and operation of data centres with this easy-to-use referenceData centres are spaces where computer systems, physical network technology and associated components are housed, operated and monitored, and any industry or business that employs computer systems or networked systems at any scale will interact with data centres. Data centres are complex and expensive to build and operate, and successful project delivery requires a wide range of specialised knowledge and skills. This accessible reference lays out the requirements for creating these essential facilities.Data Centre Essentials is a comprehensive survey of the essential principles of data centre design, construction and operation. It is designed to provide those involved in a data centre project or providing professional service deliverables to the data centre industry but do not have a technical background or deep sector experience with the understanding required to participate in such projects. The non-technical language and thorough engagement with key considerations make it ideal for anyone looking to understand one of the pillars of a digital society.Data Centre Essentials readers will also find:* An authorial team with decades of combined experience in engineering and construction consultancy* Detailed information about every stage in the process, including securing investment and the building process* Working lexicon of key data centre terminologyData Centre Essentials isa must-own for contractors, engineers and construction project managers involved in data centre projects and will be invaluable for professionals such as lawyers, financial and insurance advisors, surveyors, engineers and architects who do not necessarily have deep domain experience but find themselves involved in or are interested in engaging in, data centre projects.
Get the most out of your practice placement with this handy guideEvery nursing programme requires placements where nursing students and trainee nursing associates can spend the required hours in practice-based learning, on the pathway to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). In recent years, the introduction of new assessment standards and the massive disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has created new challenges for nursing students and placement instructors. Now more than ever, it is essential that nursing students are able to make the most of their placement experience.Succeeding on your Nursing Placement provides indispensable guidance, built carefully around the 2018 Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment and their deployment in practice settings. This book provides students with the tools and best practices required to succeed in their practice placement and achieve registration, emphasising relationships with patients, supervisors, fellow placement students and others.* Twelve chapters covering subjects including equality and diversity, feedback, learning in practice and more* A specific section focusing on the practice assessment document* Boxed activities in each chapter encouraging further learning and developmentSucceeding on your Nursing Placement is a must-have book for nursing students and trainee nursing associates looking to position themselves well at this crucial stage of their education.
Through a series of multidisciplinary readings, Environmental Ethics: The Big Questions contextualizes environmental ethics within the history of Western intellectual tradition and traces the development of theory since the 1970s.
Safely, effectively, and legally tailor drug treatments to the needs of your specific veterinary patients with this accessible guideDrug Compounding for Veterinary Practitioners provides an accessible, easy-to-use guide to all aspects of prescribing individualized mixtures of medications in veterinary practice. Its emphasis on practical knowledge and its discussion of both in-house and external options make it a comprehensive introduction to using compounded medications in animals. It guides practitioners through every step of the process, from formulating a compound to working with outside pharmacists.The book presents guidance on how to get more information on current regulations, consider the risks and benefits, develop formulations, and more. Drug Compounding for Veterinary Practitioners readers will also find:* Figures and line drawings illustrating effective compounding techniques and concepts* An emphasis on practical knowledge for clinical use* Answers to frequently asked questions about drug compoundingDrug Compounding for Veterinary Practitioners is essential for any veterinary practitioner, veterinary pharmacologist, or student looking to understand this crucial component of patient care.
ABC of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in HealthcareImprove inclusion, for both patients and staff, in your healthcare environmentFulfilment in personal and professional life is facilitated by feeling able to bring one's complete self to work. The promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and its support in the workplace is crucial to achieving this. Diverse and inclusive teams are characterised by good people management, leading to better decision-making and improved performance which staff wellbeing and patient safety depend on. Though issues including racism, sexism and homophobia have roots in wider society, they also exist across healthcare systems worldwide. They contribute to problems with recruitment and retention of staff and can make patients reluctant to access the care they need and deserve.The ABC of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Health summarises the key issues and the impacts on both patients and staff of excluding people from good healthcare solely on the basis of who they are. As well as considering impacts on individuals and teams, we consider also how inclusion can be improved for the benefit of everyone--all patients and all staff.Topics include:* Racism in healthcare* Women in healthcare* Sexual orientation and gender identity* Disability, disparities and ableism in medicine* Teaching equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcareThe authors are distinguished healthcare practitioners whose personal and professional lives have been enriched by the diversity of all they meet through their work and who are passionate about ensuring positive change for colleagues and patients. This book aims to contribute to important discussions about how to ensure systemic change that will enable an inclusive culture by recognising and celebrating diversity. ABC of Equality, Diversity and Include (EDI) in Healthcare is essential reading for students and professionals who want to champion inclusivity and fulfilment in a workplace environment.About the ABC seriesThe ABC series has been designed to help you access information quickly and deliver the best patient care, and remains an essential reference tool for GPs, junior doctors, medical students and healthcare professionals.Now offering over 80 titles, this extensive series provides you with a quick and dependable reference on a range of topics in all the major specialties.The ABC series is the essential and dependable source of up-to-date information for all practitioners and students in primary healthcare.To receive automatic updates on books and journals in your specialty, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/email
Organized by major themes and integrated by means of editorial commentary, Class: The Anthology is an indispensable tool for students and scholars of class and social theory.
With $2 billion spent annually on stream restoration worldwide, there is a pressing need for guidance in this area, but until now, there was no comprehensive text on the subject.
Thoroughly updated, the second edition of this highly successful textbook continues to represent the most comprehensive and authoritative collection of canonical readings in metaphysics. In addition to updated material from the first edition, it presents entirely new sections on ontology and the metaphysics of material objects.
Reading Philosophy of Religion offers a diverse collection of carefully chosen classical and contemporary texts in philosophy of religion accompanied by detailed and insightful commentaries as well as questions to stimulate further study.
Complete introduction to the history of development communication Overview of major approaches and theories Covers the role of NGOs, the CNN Effect, and the paradigm shift currently underway that stresses the power of grass-roots movements and 'bottom-up' approaches that challenge the status quo in global media.
The Science of Compassionate Love is an interdisciplinary volume that presents cutting-edge scholarship on the topics of altruism and compassionate love.
This concise collection of Renaissance poetry includes selections from the works of Wyatt, Sidney, Marlow, Shakespeare, Jonson, Donne, Herbert and Milton. * Contains a selection of the most significant Renaissance Poetry.
The philosophy of historiography examines our representations and knowledge of the past, the relation between evidence, inference, explanation, and narrative. The philosophy of history is the direct philosophical examination of history, whether it is necessary or contingent, whether it has a direction, or whether it is coincidental.
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