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Implement an effective and efficient inventory management system in your veterinary practice using this practical and concrete guidance Inventory Management for Veterinary Professionals provides a thorough introduction to the logistics of effective and efficient veterinary inventory management. Designed for any employee of a veterinary practice, the book covers strategies and tactics for all major aspects of inventory management. It provides veterinary professionals with a practical roadmap for this key business operation, with stories drawing on the author's experience to provide a real-world perspective. Emphasizing both the 'how' and the 'why' of developing effective inventory management systems, it's an indispensable tool for veterinary professionals at every level of practice. Taking a holistic approach to setting up, maintaining, and optimizing an inventory system, the book begins by describing the theory and strategies for inventory management, then discusses how to incorporate this knowledge into practice. Inventory Management for Veterinary Professionals offers: Detailed discussion of topics including the flow of inventory through the practice, forecasting, ordering, troubleshooting, and moreAdvice on how to receive and restock, organize, price, and sell inventoryGuidance on how to set up an inventory action planA chapter on setting and executing inventory management protocols around controlled substancesA companion website with additional tools, resources, and self-assessment questions Inventory Management for Veterinary Professionals is ideal for any veterinary professional, including practice managers, receptionists, assistants, technicians, and practice owners.

A thoroughly updated new edition of the classic veterinary referenceIn the newly revised Fourth Edition of Medicine and Surgery of Camelids, accomplished veterinary surgeon, Dr. Andrew J. Niehaus delivers a comprehensive reference to all aspects of camelid medicine and surgery. The book covers general husbandry, restraint, nutrition, diagnosis, anesthesia, surgery, and the treatment of specific diseases veterinarians are likely to encounter in camelid patients. Although the focus of the text remains on llamas and alpacas, camel-specific information has received more attention than in previous editions with a chapter dedicated to old-world camelids.The editor revitalizes the emphasis on evidence-based information and pathophysiology and draws on the experience of expert contributors to provide up-to-date and authoritative material on nutrition, internal medicine, and more. A classic text of veterinary medicine, this latest edition comes complete with high-quality color photographs and access to a companion website that offers supplementary resources.Readers will also find:* A thorough introduction to the general biology and evolution of camelids, as well as their husbandry and handling* Comprehensive explorations of camelid physical exams, diagnostics, anesthesia, pain management, and surgery* Topical discussions arranged by body system including the integumentary system, the musculoskeletal system and multisystem disorders* Chapters dedicated to camelid radiology, parasitology, and diagnostic clinical pathology* In-depth examinations of camelid toxicology, neonatology, and congenital diseasesPerfect for veterinary specialists and general practitioners, Medicine and Surgery of Camelids will also earn a place in the libraries of veterinary students and trainees with an interest in camelids.

The revised and expanded new edition of this classic reference to daily skills used by veterinary techniciansVeterinary Technician and Nurse's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline provides rapid access to the information veterinary technicians need in clinical practice. With an easy-to-use tabular format, the book covers diagnostic and patient care skills, diseases and conditions, preventive care, anatomy, anesthesia, and all other major areas of veterinary technician education and training. Chapters written by experienced veterinary specialists integrate charts, tables, and concise explanatory text to enable quick and efficient retrieval of information.Focusing on practical skills and knowledge, the fourth edition features extensively revised material incorporating the latest developments, evidence-based guidelines, and best practices in veterinary medicine. Brand-new chapters describe licensure and certifications in veterinary technology and discuss nursing theory and science and its relation to veterinary nursing. Expanded and updated coverage includes novel therapeutics in dermatology, vaccination standards, pain assessment and management, stress-free handling and nursing care strategies, RECOVER CPR guidelines, and more. Equally useful in the classroom and in the clinic, this popular quick-reference guide:* Provides new and updated content, including coverage of advancements in diagnostic capabilities and of pharmacologic agents used in treatment and management of disease states* Contains hundreds of clear illustrations and high-quality photographs* Includes a comprehensive table of contents in each chapter* Features a companion website with forms and worksheets, self-review questions, vocabulary flashcards, links to online resources, and PowerPoint slidesVeterinary Technician and Nurse's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline, Fourth Edition remains an invaluable resource for both student and practicing veterinary technicians and nurses of all skill and experience levels.

Feline Dentistry: Oral Assessment, Treatment, and Preventative Care is the only current reference devoted to feline dentistry. It brings together information on anatomy, pathology, radiology, equipment, materials, anesthesia, treatment, medical, and surgical dental care of the cat. This text serves as a guide to the diagnosis and management of general dental problems as well as problems unique to cats. Separated into three sections?assessment, treatment, and prevention?this full color book is an essential reference for any veterinarian treating feline patients.

The newly revised Fifth Edition of Exotic Animal Hematology and Cytology delivers a fully updated new edition of the most complete reference to hematology and cytology in exotic animals. The book features high-quality images and step-by-step descriptions of practical techniques.Organized by animal class to make it easier to quickly find critical information, the authors have included 45 new case studies to highlight the application of the content in a real-world setting. All major exotic animal groups are covered, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.Clinicians seeking a decision-making aid for patient workup, treatment, and prognosis will find what they need in Exotic Animal Hematology and Cytology. The book also includes:* Thorough cellular descriptions unique to mammalian, avian, herptile, and fish species, with extensive discussions of blood and bone marrow sample collection and hematologic techniques for each group* Comprehensive evaluation of the peripheral blood specific to mammals, birds, herptiles, and fish, as well as the evaluation of bone marrow* Practical discussions of hematology case studies with applications to common real-world clinical problems* Color atlas of hemic cells of select species for quick and easy reference* Extensive examinations of cytodiagnosis and exploration of unique features within mammals, birds, herptiles, and fish, as well as cytology case studies and wet-mount cases in fish* Access to video clips and additional case reports on a companion websiteExotic Animal Hematology and Cytology is an essential reference for veterinary clinical pathologists, anatomic pathologists, clinicians, and technicians, as well as for veterinary students taking courses involving exotic hematology and cytology.

A comprehensive guide to medical care for pregnant mares and neonatal foals Equine Neonatal Medicine offers an in-depth comprehensive reference for the clinical management of pregnant and periparturient mares and neonatal foals. Edited by leading experts in the field and written by experienced equine specialists, this textbook covers all aspects of providing veterinary care to mares and neonatal foals. Encompassing physiology, pathophysiology, theory, and practice, this textbook offers an authoritative, well-illustrated reference to equine perinatology. Topics covered include breeding management, pregnancy detection, fetal monitoring, parturition, and peri-parturient disorders in the mare as well as diagnostic and therapeutic options for ill neonatal foals. The book: Covers aspects of veterinary care for the pregnant and peri-parturient mare and how to diagnose and treat the ill neonate Discusses breeding management, pregnancy detection, fetal monitoring and parturition, and peri-parturient disorders in the mare Presents an exhaustive, detailed, and comprehensive reference for any veterinary practitioner involved with breeding management of horses and the care of neonatal foals Provides a clinical perspective, including both theory and practice Features more than 600 color images and diagrams to demonstrate the concepts discussed Equine Neonatal Medicine is an essential reference for any veterinary practitioner engaged with mares and foals, including specialists in equine medicine, equine and mixed animal practitioners, ambulatory practitioners, and veterinary students.

MANUAL OF EQUINE LAMENESSDiscover a concise and accessible guide to diagnosing and managing lameness in horsesThe revised Second Edition of Manual of Equine Lameness offers a concise and accessible manual of lameness diagnosis and treatment in horses. Perfect for use as a quick reference, this book provides straightforward access to the essentials of equine lameness, including the clinical assessment of the horse and commonly performed diagnostic nerve blocks and the most common conditions of the foot, forelimb, and hindlimb that may be contributing to the lameness. Current therapeutic options to treat lameness are also discussed, as well as guidance on how to manage musculoskeletal emergencies. The content has been distilled from the authoritative Seventh Edition of Adams and Stashak's Lameness in Horses, and this new edition has been re-envisioned to be even quicker and easier to navigate than the previous version.Color photographs and illustrations support the text, which presents lameness information most relevant to equine general practitioners, mixed animal practitioners, and veterinary students. A companion website offers videos that focus on the clinical examination of the horse and select diagnostic blocks and relevant anatomy. Diagnostic and treatment material has been revised from the previous edition to include the most up-to-date information.Readers will find:* A thorough introduction to the assessment of the lame horse, including history, visual exam, palpation, subjective and objective assessments of lameness, perineural anesthesia, and intrasynovial anesthesia* An exploration of common conditions of the foot, including the navicular region and soft tissue injuries, coffin joint and distal phalanx conditions, and laminitis* Discussions of the most common conditions of the forelimb, including the pastern, fetlock, metacarpus/metatarsus, carpus, antebrachium, elbow, and humerus, as well as the shoulder and scapula* Discussions of common conditions of the hindlimb and axial skeleton* A review of therapeutic options to treat lameness conditions* How to manage musculoskeletal emergencies in the horseIdeal for veterinary students, early career equine practitioners, and mixed animal veterinarians, the Second Edition of Manual of Equine Lameness is an indispensable reference for any veterinarian seeking a concise one-stop reference for equine lameness.

Small Animal Surgical EmergenciesA comprehensive and up-to-date guide in emergency surgical intervention for veterinary professionalsSmall Animal Surgical Emergencies, Second Edition continues to be an important resource focusing on surgical emergencies, combining the work of surgical specialists and critical care specialists, and filling a void in educating and informing veterinarians.The new edition of this book provides updated information on an array of topics such as preoperative stabilization, new and innovative treatment options, and aftercare. Each chapter covers step-by-step information on emergency stabilization, diagnostic approach, operative techniques, postoperative care, common complications encountered in each case, and how to troubleshoot any such complication should they occur. It also offers simplified surgical techniques to ensure success and describes new and novel procedures throughout.The Second Edition of Small Animal Surgical Emergencies features:* Nine new chapters covering operating room nursing tips, rectal prolapse, colonic torsion, surgical intervention post celiotomy, assisted enteral feeding tubes, open chest CPR, managing complications of skin flaps and grafts, incisional infection, and joint luxations* Many chapters are written in collaboration by experts in small animal surgery and critical care, combining these practices in one important resource* Relevant anatomy, imaging, and full-color illustrations and drawings incorporated into each chapter* Inclusion of case presentations, when relevantAn important tool for small animal general practitioners, veterinary surgeons, critical care specialists, as well as veterinary nurses and operating room technicians, Small Animal Surgical Emergencies, Second Edition is a crucial resource for this constantly evolving branch of veterinary medicine.

A comprehensive resource to understand the behavioral considerations for intake, management, and rehoming of dogs and catsAnimal Behavior for Shelter Veterinarians and Staff provides readers with comprehensive information addressing the behavior of both animals and humans associated with the intake, management, and rehoming of dogs and cats. To aid in practical application, the book covers specific behavior considerations in both dogs and cats. Topics are separated by animal to allow for easy accessibility by professionals who are actively working in the field.Sample topics covered within the book include:* The behavior issues that are a common cause of pet relinquishment* Behavioral assessment, behavior modification, the integration of behavioral well-being into sheltering* Welfare assessment, psychopharmacology, safety net programs, and caring for animals during long-term legal holds* Equine care and caring for small mammalsAnimal Behavior for Shelter Veterinarians and Staff is a must-have reference for evidence-based practical tips, techniques, and protocols for everyday use in animal shelters by shelter volunteers and staff, as well as professional trainers, behaviorists, and veterinarians working with shelters.

A practical guide to interpreting sperm morphology of domestic animalsSperm Morphology of Domestic Animals is a concise, clinically-oriented resource for discovering any impairment to fertility caused by sperm anomalies in domesticated animals. As a bench-side reference, the book examines common sperm defects, their causes, and their prognosis for fertility.An easy-to-use reference, it is organized according to the placement of the deformity in the sperm to increase the speed of consultation, and to help with diagnosing fertility issues. Focusing particularly on the bull, stud horse, boar, ram, buck, and dog, it contains hundreds of high-quality color images accompanied by brief descriptions for additional diagnostic help. Readers will find:* An easy-to-use reference work that is suitable for use next to the microscope* Organization according to location of abnormality* Hundreds if high-quality color images for easy comparison* Brief descriptions accompanying each photo, for additional diagnostic helpAn ideal resource for veterinarians, andrologists, and veterinary students, Sperm Morphology of Domestic Animals fills a gap in current reproductive medicine resources with detailed information that is easy to consult.

Animal Cruelty Investigations: A Collaborative Approach from Victim to Verdict provides a framework for the experts who respond to animal cruelty cases: veterinarians, law enforcement agencies, animal care and control organizations, and prosecutors.This book is a practical guide which provides insight and direction for every phase of an animal cruelty investigation. The step-by-step guidance on responding to particular issues and challenges related to animal cruelty cases is bolstered by the extensive library of checklists, form templates, specific case protocols, and lists of available resources. This book is designed to empower readers to respond to animal cruelty cases confidently and effectively by:* Introducing veterinarians to their critical role in animal cruelty investigations including forensic examination and necropsy, crime scene response, report writing, and testimony. Included are detailed Specific Case Protocols for common animal cruelty scenarios.* Helping animal shelters navigate the challenges of holding animals in protective custody, housing unusual species, and placing evidence animals in foster care.* Offering law enforcement agencies useful methods for investigating animal cruelty such as search and seizure protocols, witness interview techniques, and valuable forms and templates necessary to strengthen and ensure proper search warrant execution, evidence collection and handling, and chain of custody; all with a focus on animals as both victims and evidence.* Guiding prosecutors through the steps necessary to utilize the veterinarian's findings during trial and providing insight into issues to be considered when reviewing search warrants, filing charges, proposing plea agreements, or filing pre-conviction forfeiture motions.This book is a must-have reference and guide for veterinarians, technicians, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, and all those involved in the protection of animals' health and wellbeing. The successful investigation of animal crimes relies on each of these disciplines, not only carrying out their professional duties, but having a collective understanding of what each other needs in order to meet that expectation.

HANDBOOK OF MRI TECHNIQUEFIFTH EDITIONDistinguished educator Catherine Westbrook delivers a comprehensive and intuitive resource for radiologic technologists in this newly revised Fifth Edition of the Handbook of MRI Technique. With a heavy emphasis on protocol optimisation and patient care, the book guides the uninitiated through scanning techniques and assists more experienced technologists with image quality improvement.The new edition includes up-to-date scanning techniques and an additional chapter on paediatric imaging. The latest regulations on MRI safety are referenced and there are expanded sections on slice prescription criteria. The book also includes the contributions of several clinical experts, walking readers through key theoretical concepts, discussing practical tips on cardiac gating, equipment use, patient care, MRI safety, and contrast media. Step-by-step instruction is provided on scanning each anatomical area, complete with patient positioning and image quality optimisation techniques.The book includes:* A thorough introduction to the concepts of parameters and trade-offs, as well as pulse sequences, flow phenomena, and artefacts* Comprehensive explorations of cardiac gating and respiratory compensation techniques, patient care and safety, contrast agents, and slice prescription criteria* Practical discussions of a wide variety of examination areas, including the head and neck, spine, chest, abdomen, pelvis, the upper and lower limbs, and paediatric imaging* A companion website with self-assessment questions and image flashcardsPerfect for radiography students and newly qualified practitioners, as well as practitioners preparing for MRI-based certification and examination, the Handbook of MRI Technique will also prove to be an invaluable addition to the libraries of students in biomedical engineering technology and radiology residents.

A comprehensive introduction to TESOL for new and future teachers of English, offering a full and detailed view of the process of becoming a language teacherIntroduction to TESOL: Becoming a Language Teaching Professional presents an expansive and well-balanced view of both the interdisciplinary knowledgebase and professional opportunities in the field of language teaching. Written to help aspiring TESOL educators understand how to begin their careers, this comprehensive textbook covers both the foundational linguistic elements of TESOL as well as the practical pedagogical aspects of the discipline.Written with the needs of the introductory student in mind, this book delves into the essentials of English as a Second Language (ESL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching, covering professional organizations, language acquisition theories, instructional practices, professional development, and more. Readers are provided with clear descriptions of recent research and contemporary practices, numerous illustrations and examples highlighting key material, and engaging real-world vignettes from professionals teaching internationally. Offering a coherent overview and contextualized orientation of the field of TESOL, this guide:* Discusses the differences in TESOL approaches in international settings* Addresses the current state and potential future of TESOL with a view for new developments in teaching pedagogy and language research* Explores the history and development of the field, including the political, social, and cultural decisions made about language teaching and learning* Describes the specializations, niches, and subfields within the discipline of TESOL* Explains what, how and why TESOL educators need a working understanding of linguistics and second language acquisition theories* Outlines the scope of the profession and how to engage in professional organizations to grow in expertiseIntroduction to TESOL: Becoming a Language Teaching Professional is essential reading for students and educators planning to enter this dynamic and rewarding area of language teaching.

A new collection in the Wiley Blackwell Companions to National Cinemas series, featuring the cinemas of IndiaIn A Companion to Indian Cinema, film scholars Neepa Majumdar and Ranjani Mazumdar along with 25 established and emerging scholars, deliver new research on contemporary and historical questions on Indian cinema. The collection considers Indian cinema's widespread presence both within and outside the country, and pays particular attention to regional cinemas such as Bhojpuri, Bengali, Malayalam, Manipuri, and Marathi. The volume also reflects on the changing dimensions of technology, aesthetics, and the archival impulse of film. The editors have included scholarship that discusses a range of films and film experiences that include commercial cinema, art cinema, and non-fiction film.Even as scholarship on earlier decades of Indian cinema is challenged by the absence of documentation and films, the innovative archival and field work in this Companion extends from cinema in early twentieth century India to a historicized engagement with new technologies and contemporary cinematic practices. There is a focus on production cultures and circulation, material cultures, media aesthetics, censorship, stardom, non-fiction practices, new technologies, and the transnational networks relevant to Indian cinema.Suitable for undergraduate and graduate students of film and media studies, South Asian studies, and history, A Companion to Indian Cinema is also an important new resource for scholars with an interest in the context and theoretical framework for the study of India's moving image cultures.

Provides students with a balanced understanding of the key aspects of the culture and society of the Roman RepublicA Social and Cultural History of Republican Rome is the first undergraduate textbook of its kind to concentrate on the ways Roman societal structures, family dynamics, visual arts, law, religion, and other cultural and intellectual developments contributed to Roman identity between 509 BCE and 14 CE. Drawing from a diverse range of archaeological, epigraphic, and literary sources, author Eric M. Orlin provides insight into the socio-cultural and intellectual issues that shaped both the Roman Republic and the wider Mediterranean world.Thematically organized chapters address the practice of politics in the Roman Republic, explain the concept of patronage and the distinctions between patricians and plebeians, examine the impact of the army and militarism on Roman society, discuss the ties between Roman religion and the Roman state, and more. Chapters include maps, charts, images, and links to further readings in ancient sources and modern scholarship. Throughout the text, discussion of several recurring themes connects individual chapters while helping students critically engage the material. A Social and Cultural History of Republican Rome:* Focuses on themes other than politics and the military, such as the position and role of women in the Roman family, the foundation of the Roman legal system, and the topography and growth of the city of Rome* Introduces the basic materials available for the study of the Roman Republic, including written, architectural, and numismatic sources* Features a brief narrative history of the Roman Republic and an overview of the text's methodological framework* Establishes key points of discussion for students, using comparisons between Roman society and our modern-day world* Encourages students to critically examine the problems and issues raised by the materialCovering topics in Roman history that are frequently neglected in undergraduate classrooms, A Social and Cultural History of Republican Rome is an excellent primary or supplementary textbook for courses on the Roman Republic as well as broader Roman history classes that incorporate socio-cultural issues.

Aortic Valve Transcatheter InterventionCalcific aortic stenosis (AS) is the most common heart valve anomaly, with a largely age-dependent prevalence, a calculated annual incidence rate in the range of 4-5% in general populations and up to 6% in patients aged 75 years and over.Surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) was previously the only option available to patients with symptomatic, severe aortic stenosis. After the first-in-human transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) was performed by Alain Cribier in 2002, the treatment strategy for patients with symptomatic AS has been revolutionized. Since then, TAVI has grown exponentially, as a result of accruing evidence demonstrating safety and efficacy, and reduced invasiveness compared with SAVR. TAVI devices are continuously expanding to include several valve design options. As this strategy is continuously evolving to treat younger patients and lower-risk populations, aside from the long-term durability of the valve systems, procedural safety will become the focus of newer-generation devices.This book is a practical handbook devoted to the optimization of TAVI procedures, through a focused containment of complications. Through an integrated evaluation of the clinical status, imaging techniques and laboratory findings, the authors provide readers with clear messages on preventive and therapeutic recommendations.

An unprecedented work on contemporary art as viewed through a global lens, offering cutting-edge ideas for decolonizing the art world and its global communityA Companion to Contemporary Art in a Global Framework explores the ways the fine arts, performing arts, curation, cultural studies, and art history have attempted to situate themselves in a more global framework. Offering analyses of the successes and setbacks of those aiming to globalize the art world, this innovative volume presents a new and exciting way of considering art in its global contexts. Essays by an international panel of leading scholars and practicing artists assert that what we talk about as 'art' is essentially a Western concept, thus any attempts at understanding art in a global framework requires a revising of established conceptual definitions.Organized into three sections, this work first reviews the history and theory of the visual arts since 1980 and introduces readers to the emerging area of scholarship that seeks to place contemporary art in a global framework. The second section traces the progression of recent developments in the art world, including the voices of scholars as well as artists in exploring the significance of each of the four decades since 1980. The final section addresses a wide range of key themes in contemporary art over this period, such as the fundamental institutions and ontologies of art practice, and the interactions between art, politics, and the public sphere. This exciting new work:* Offers offer a wholly new approach to methods for exploring global dimensions of art* Covers many fields of the contemporary visual art world, including performance art, public art, curation, and archiving* Analyses the grounding of art and its institutions in European colonialism, along with parallel structures of Western capitalism, imperialism, and nationalism* Discusses the challenges encountered by scholars and artists who have attempted to globalize the art world as related to indigeneity, gender, sexuality, race, colonialism, ethnicity, and diasporaA Companion to Contemporary Art in a Global Framework is essential reading for undergraduate and graduate students, scholars, researchers, and general readers interested in exploring global art beyond the traditional Euro-American context.

Management of Complications in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2nd Edition, presents clear and consistent guidance on all aspects of both common and less common, minor and major complications encountered in oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMS) practice. In-depth chapters provide thorough descriptions of each complication and recommend treatment strategies for associated complications of anesthesia, implant surgery, maxillofacial trauma, and more, using easy to read algorithms.Fully revised and expanded, the Second Edition incorporates the most current evidence and advances in the specialty, including implementation of virtual surgical planning for orthognathic and reconstructive surgery. Nine entirely new chapters address complications in minimally invasive cosmetic surgery, lip cancer, dermatopathology and skin cancer, microneurosurgery for trigeminal nerve injuries, transoral robotic surgery (TORS), sialoendoscopy complications, perioperative navigation for dental implants, head and neck radiotherapy, and ambulatory anesthesia in pediatric and geriatric patients.Highlights include:* Provides a systematic, easy-to-read approach to complication prevention, recognition, and management* Covers most potential complications, ranging from the routine to the complex* Features more than 500 high-quality clinical images demonstrating all concepts discussed in the text* Includes keywords, tables, learning objectives, and further readings in each chapter* Includes treatment algorithms to guide clinical decision-making* Edited by prominent oral and maxillofacial surgeons with contributions by leading experts in their respective areasManagement of Complications in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Second Edition is a must-have for all oral and maxillofacial surgeons, residents, and trainees, and a valuable resource for dental students and dental practitioners, for clinical practice, and for examination preparation.

Enter The Expanse to explore questions of the meaning of human life, the concept of justice, and the nature of humanity, featuring a foreword from author James S.A. CoreyThe Expanse and Philosophy investigates the philosophical universe of the critically acclaimed television show and Hugo Award-winning series of novels. Original essays by a diverse international panel of experts illuminate how essential philosophical concepts relate to the meticulously crafted world of The Expanse, engaging with topics such as transhumanism, belief, culture, environmental ethics, identity, colonialism, diaspora, racism, reality, and rhetoric.Conceiving a near-future solar system colonized by humanity, The Expanse provokes a multitude of moral, ethical, and philosophical queries: Are Martians, Outer Planets inhabitants, and Earthers different races? Is Marco Inaros a terrorist? Can people who look and sound different, like Earthers and Belters, ever peacefully co-exist? Should science be subject to moral rules? Who is sovereign in space? What is the relationship between human progress and aggression? The Expanse and Philosophy helps you answer these questions--and many more.* Covers the first six novels in The Expanse series and five seasons of the television adaptation* Addresses the philosophical issues that emerge from socio-economics and geopolitics of Earth, Mars, and the Outer Planets Alliance* Offers fresh perspectives on the themes, characters, and storylines of The Expanse* Explores the connections between The Expanse and thinkers such as Aristotle, Kant, Locke, Hannah Arendt, Wittgenstein, Descartes, and NietzschePart of the popular Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture series, The Expanse and Philosophy is a must-have companion for avid readers of James S.A. Corey's novels and devotees of the television series alike.

Aktualisierter Ratgeber zum Verständnis und zur Durchführung modernder Verfahren in der interventionellen KardiologieBei den minimalinvasiven Methoden für kardiovaskuläre Eingriffe findet eine rasante Entwicklung statt, die durch beispiellose Fortschritte in der Technologie und dem verfahrenstechnischen Know-how angetrieben wird. Die innovativen Techniken sind nicht nur in der Kardiologie, sondern im gesamten medizinischen Bereich von immer größerer Bedeutung, denn sie bieten spannende Perspektiven für zahlreiche verwandte Bereiche der Chirurgie und der Patientenversorgung.Mit dieser dritten Auflage des Werks Interventional Cardiology soll praktizierenden Ärzten auf verschiedenen Erfahrungsniveaus praktisch anwendbares Wissen über die besten und aktuellsten angewandten Praktiken sowie über die der Anwendung zugrunde liegenden Prinzipien vermittelt werden. Das fachkundig überarbeitete Buch erstreckt sich von Koronarinterventionen über interventionelle Pharmakologie und Eingriffe bei strukturellen Herzerkrankungen bis zur endovaskulären Therapie und darüber hinaus. Zu den modularen Abschnitten gibt es Multiple-Choice-Fragen, die das Lernen und die Selbsteinschätzung erleichtern sollen.Die neue Ausgabe von Interventional Cardiology enthält:* Einen umfassenden Überblick über das Fachgebiet, auch zu Themen wie Atherogenese und Entzündungen, unterschiedlichen Ansichten über Gefäßzugänge, Strahlenschutzkonzepten sowie Empfehlungen der akuten und chronischen Interventionspharmakologie für Hochrisikopatienten/-verfahren* Betrachtungen zu bildgebenden und physiologischen Verfahren, insbesondere physiologischen Untersuchungen im Herzkatheterlabor, intravaskulärem Ultraschall und optischer Kohärenztomographie* Eine Erörterung der Revaskularisierung in verschiedenen klinischen Situationen, u.a. bei stabilen koronaren Herzerkrankungen, Informationen über den akuten Myokardinfarkt, die Behandlung eines kardiogenen Schocks sowie Geräte und Techniken zur hämodynamischen Unterstützung.* Eine Analyse von Koronarinterventionen bei verschiedenen Arten von Läsionen, insbesondere bei komplexen Läsionen, am linken Hauptstamm und den Bifurkationen sowie bei chronischem Komplettverschluss* Herzklappenerkrankungen und einschlägige perkutane Eingriffe, insbesondere Bildgebung vor der Operation und klinische Analysen und Auswertungen in großer Tiefe und mit technischen Details; bei Eingriffen am linken Vorhof gibt es derzeit zahlreiche neue Erkenntnisse* Erkrankungen der peripheren Gefäße, der Halsschlagader und der Aorta bzw. Arterienäste werden ausführlicher betrachtet als in den vorherigen Ausgaben; die Behandlung von Venenerkrankungen ist mittlerweile gut etabliert* Zugang zu einer begleitenden Website mit Zahlen, Videos und VerweisenFür medizinische Fachkräfte aller Erfahrungsniveaus, unabhängig davon, ob sie sich gerade auf ihre Zertifizierung vorbereiten oder bereits mit modernen Verfahren arbeiten, sind die praktischen Anweisungen und fortschrittlichen Erkenntnisse in dieser unverzichtbaren dritten Auflage von großem Nutzen.

Discover a fascinating new set of perspectives on the life and work of Herman MelvilleA New Companion to Herman Melville delivers an insightful examination of Melville for the twenty-first century. Building on the success of the first Blackwell Companion to Herman Melville, and offering a variety of tools for reading, writing, and teaching Melville and other authors, this New Companion offers critical, technological, and aesthetic practices that can be employed to read Melville in exciting and revelatory ways.Editors Wyn Kelley and Christopher Ohge create a framework that reflects a pluralistic model for humanities teaching and research. In doing so, the contributing authors highlight the ways in which Melville himself was concerned with the utility of tools within fluid circuits of meaning, and how those ideas are embodied, enacted, and mediated.In addition to considering critical theories of race, gender, sexuality, religion, transatlantic and hem­ispheric studies, digital humanities, book history, neurodiversity, and new biography and reception studies, this book offers:* A thorough introduction to the life of Melville, as well as the twentieth- and twenty-first-century revivals of his work* Comprehensive explorations of Melville's works, including Moby-Dick, Pierre, Piazza Tales, and Israel Potter, as well as his poems and poetic masterpiece Clarel* Practical discussions of material books, print culture, and digital technologies as applied to Melville* In-depth examinations of Melville's treatment of the natural world* Two symposium sections with concise reflections on art and adaptation, and on teaching and public engagementA New Companion to Herman Melville provides essential reading for scholars and students ranging from undergraduate and graduate students to more advanced scholars and specialists in the field.

A completely revised and updated reference for farm animal anesthesia, sedation, and pain managementThe newly revised Second Edition of Farm Animal Anesthesia: Cattle, Small Ruminants, Camelids, and Pigs is a practical and easy-to-use manual for techniques associated with anesthesia and pain management in farm animal species. The new edition incorporates advances in surgical and diagnostic techniques, with the latest drugs and equipment, updated images, and new technique descriptions added throughout the book.Farm Animal Anesthesia offers additional and updated information on drug combinations and anesthetic techniques relevant to small ruminants and potbellied pigs, reflecting their growing popularity. New chapters and topics on paralytic drugs for complete muscle relaxation, use of ventilators for advanced and complex surgeries, updated local and regional anesthetic techniques, and comprehensive standing surgery and diagnostic procedures have been added.Readers will also benefit from access to a companion website with video clips demonstrating local and regional anesthetic techniques described within. The book also includes:* A thorough introduction to general preanesthetic considerations for ruminants, camelids, including alpacas and llamas, and potbellied pigs* A comprehensive exploration of commonly used preanesthetics and injectable anesthetics, including anticholinergics, sedatives, tranquilizers, analgesics, and injectable anesthetics* Practical discussions of standing sedation and chemical restraint, including new drug combinations for reliable restraint and remote drug delivery* In-depth description of the use of neuromuscular blocking drugs and monitoring in farm animals* Complete review of regulatory and legal considerations of anesthetics and analgesics used in farm animalsFarm Animal Anesthesia is an indispensable resource for farm animal practitioners, veterinary surgeons, veterinary anesthetists, and researchers, as well as for veterinary students and residents in surgery and anesthesia.

Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Equine Toxicology ist ein Handbuch mit wichtigen Informationen über den Umgang mit Giftstoffen bei Pferden. Die ersten Kapitel liefern grundlegende Informationen zur klinischen Toxikologie, insbesondere in Bezug auf Notfallbehandlung, Gegengifte, Probenanalysen und Nekropsie. Anschließend werden spezielle Kategorien von Giftstoffen und besonders bedenkliche Giftstoffe dargestellt, und zwar in alphabetischer Reihenfolge für den schnellen Zugriff in Notfallsituationen.Die identisch aufgebauten Themenkapitel enthalten die wichtigsten Informationen für den Umgang mit Giftstoffen bei Pferden sowie klinische Fotoaufnahmen von Pflanzen und Wirkstoffen, um Ärzten und Studierenden bei der Erkennung von Giftstoffen zu helfen. Auf der begleitenden Website sind die Abbildungen aus dem Buch im PowerPoint-Format zum Download erhältlich.Dieses Werk ist das ideale klinische Handbuch für die veterinärmedizinische Praxis, wenn in zeitkritischen Notfällen ein sofortiger Zugriff auf lebensrettende Informationen erforderlich ist. Die Leser erhalten auf einen Blick sämtliche Informationen, die sie für den Umgang mit Giftstoffen bei Pferden benötigen ? mit farbigen Abbildungen und in einer kompakten, übersichtlichen Gliederung.Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Equine Toxicology bietet:* Eine umfassende Einführung in die Notfallbehandlung vergifteter Pferde und allgemeine Grundlagen zu Giftstoffen, Gegengiften, Laboruntersuchungen von Proben und zur Nekropsie* Eine genaue Darstellung spezieller Toxine und Giftstoffe, darunter illegale und pharmazeutische Wirkstoffe, Vergiftungen, Insektizide, Herbizide und landwirtschaftliche Chemikalien* Praktische Erörterungen der Metall-, Mykotoxin-, Rodentizid- und Pflanzentoxikologie beim Pferd* Ausführliche Erläuterungen zur Vergiftung durch giftige Bäume und verschiedene Toxine wie Kohlenmonoxid, Nitrate, Nitrite, Salz, Rauch und tropische HölzerBlackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Equine Toxicology ist ein unverzichtbares Nachschlagewerk für Veterinärmediziner und Studierende der Pferdemedizin sowie für alle, die kompakte, umfassende Informationen über die Toxikologie beim Pferd benötigen.

The first edited volume dedicated to usage-based theory in linguistics, an essential reference work for this exciting area of researchOver the past three decades, usage-based theories of language development and acquisition have challenged long-held beliefs about language, particularly the concept of universal grammar. Usage-based research in linguistics--with data derived from interdisciplinary studies in sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, experimental linguistics, corpus linguistics, psycholinguistics, and other subfields--indicates that grammar and usage are intricately connected.The Handbook of Usage-Based Linguistics is the first volume of its kind to offer a comprehensive, authoritative, and interdisciplinary view of the application of usage-based theory to linguistics and language study. Bringing together an international panel of established and emerging scholars in this rapidly evolving field, this unprecedented work of scholarship provides timely coverage of all key theoretical and methodological aspects of usage-based linguistics. In-depth essays offer diverse perspectives on theory, history, and methodology while examining phonology, morphosyntax, psycholinguistics, language variation and change, language development, and more. This volume:* Offers valuable insights into usage-based theory in many languages and across disciplines* Addresses usage-based linguistics in the contexts of a broad range of linguistic subfields, such as anthropological linguistics and cognitive linguistics* Discusses up-to-date methodologies, emerging approaches, new technologies, and cutting-edge research in usage-based linguistics* The first volume of its kind, covering the conceptual underpinnings, historical foundations, and future of usage-based theoryThe Handbook of Usage-Based Linguistics is an indispensable resource for advanced undergraduate students, graduate students, and scholars in anthropological linguistics, psycholinguistics, cognitive linguistics, corpus analysis, and other subfields of linguistics.