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PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF COACHING AND MENTORING IN DENTISTRYProvides an understanding of the theory of coaching and mentoring with practical applications within the field of dentistryPractical Applications of Coaching and Mentoring in Dentistry offers a comprehensive overview of the theory of coaching and mentoring as it applies to the field of dentistry.The book includes practical case studies that demonstrate how dental professionals have implemented coaching and mentoring into their daily practice. Grouped into themes such as remediation, foundation training, outreach training, and specialist practice, it also explains the coaching and mentoring techniques chosen and applied. Core topics include:* A thorough introduction to the mechanics of mentoring* The characteristics of typical mentors, mentoring engagements and the different types of mentoring* What mentoring can achieve* An exploration of business coaching, including the difference between mentoring and coaching* Discussions of the various types of models used within mentoring and coachingPromoting the importance of coaching and mentoring, Practical Applications of Coaching and Mentoring in Dentistry highlights the positive impact and benefits, and is a valuable resource for dental professionals, dental organisations, and local dental committees.

The newly revised Second Edition of Small Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy is a rigorous update of the first book to provide comprehensive and current information about minimally invasive surgery in dogs and cats. With a focus on techniques in rigid endoscopy, the book also includes guidance on additional surgeries outside the abdomen and chest. New chapters describe newly developed surgical techniques, while existing chapters have been thoroughly updated.The authors include detailed stepwise instructions for each procedure, including clinical photographs. Pre-operative considerations, patient positioning, portal placement, and postoperative care are also discussed, with key points of consideration outlined for each surgery.Purchasers of the book will also receive access to a companion website featuring video clips of the fundamental skills and surgical techniques described in the resource. The book also offers:* An introduction to laparoscopic suturing and knot tying with accompanying video tutorials* A thorough introduction to the equipment used in laparoscopic and thoracoscopic veterinary surgeries, including imaging equipment, surgical instrumentation, energy devices, and stapling equipment* Clear explanations of foundational techniques in laparoscopy, including laparoscopic anesthesia, access techniques, contraindications, complications, and conversion* Robust descriptions of fundamental techniques in thoracoscopy, including patient positioning, port placement, contraindications, complications, and conversion* Discussions of a wide variety of laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgical proceduresSmall Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy is an essential reference for veterinary surgeons, veterinary internal medicine specialists and residents, and small animal general practitioners seeking a one-stop reference for minimally invasive surgery in dogs and cats.

The advances made possible by the development of molecular techniques have in recent years revolutionized quantitative genetics and its relevance for population genetics.

INVESTIGATING FOSSILSINVESTIGATING FOSSILSA HISTORY OF PALAEONTOLOGYInvestigating Fossils - A History of Palaeontology is a concise and accessible look at changing attitudes to palaeontology in general, and fossils in particular. From the existential and philosophical debates arising from fossils - such as their implications for the age of the Earth - to their role as markers in Darwin's theory of evolution, fossils have been the centre of highly charged debate for over two centuries.This book, which is aimed at anyone with an interest in the history and philosophy of science, not only describes the process of fossil formation and the history of the discovery of fossils. It goes further, and highlights the continuing importance of fossils to our ever-developing understanding of where the planet and its myriad species have come from.Painting a vivid, lively portrait of the history and development of palaeontology, Investigating Fossils is a fascinating and informative tour of the recent history - and possible future - of the science of fossils.

Hydrogeology: Principles and Practice provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of hydrogeology to enable the reader to appreciate the significance of groundwater in meeting current and future water resource challenges. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect advances in the field since 2004.

Discover how to measure, control, model, and plan people flow within modern buildings with this one-stop resource from a leading professionalPeople Flow in Buildings delivers a comprehensive and insightful description of people flow, analysis with software-based tools. The book offers readers an up-to-date overview of mathematical optimization methods used in control systems and transportation planning methods used to manage vertical and horizontal transportation.The text offers a starting point for selecting the optimal transportation equipment for new buildings and those being modernized. It provides insight into making passenger journeys pleasant and smooth, while providing readers with an examination of how modern trends in building usage, like increasingly tall buildings and COVID-19, effect people flow planning in buildings.People Flow in Buildings clearly defines the terms and symbols it includes and then moves on to deal with the measurement, control, modelling, and planning of people flow within buildings of all kinds. Each chapter contains an introduction describing its contents and the background of the subject. Included appendices describe measured passenger data and performed analyses.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:* A thorough introduction to people-counting methods, including counting technology inside and outside buildings, passenger traffic components, and manual people-counting* An examination of the passenger arrival process in building, including the Poisson arrival process and probability density function, and passenger arrivals in batches* A consideration of daily vertical passenger traffic profiles, including two-way traffic profiles and the effects of inter-floor traffic* An exploration of people flow solutions, including stairs, escalators, and elevators with collective and destination group control systems, as well as double-deck and multicar system* People flow calculation and simulation models* Elevator planning with ISO simulation method* Elevator planning and evacuation of tall buildingsPerfect for software designers in the private sector and academia, People Flow in Buildings will also earn a place in the libraries of elevator consultants, manufacturers, and architects who seek a one-stop reference for transportation devices from a functional and design perspective, as opposed to a hardware perspective.

A broad overview of the many kinds of unitary expressions found in everyday verbal and written communication, including their signature meaning, form, and usage, authored by a renowned scholar in the fieldFoundations of Familiar Language is renowned scholar Diana Sidtis's new contribution to the study of formulaic language through a wide-ranging overview of a large group of language behaviors that share characteristics of cohesion and familiarity, featuring a rational classification of fixed, familiar expressions into formulaic expressions, lexical bundles, and collocations. This unique volume offers a new approach to linguistic classification and construction grammar through a dual-process model of language competence rooted in linguistic, psycholinguistic, and neurolinguistic observations, combining insights drawn from foundational studies of psychology and neurology with contemporary theories of the differences between formulaic and propositional language. This approach offers a distinct and innovative contribution to scholarship in the field. The text contains resources for further study and research such as examples, research protocols, and lists of fixed, familiar expressions from the past and present. This authoritative volume:* Describes the current state of knowledge and reviews experimental results, proposals, and models in a clear and straightforward manner* Offers up-to-date surveys of the role of fixed expressions in education, social sciences, cognitive psychology, and brain science* Features a wealth of engaging and relatable examples of formulaic expressions (conversational speech formulas, expletives, idioms, and proverbs), lexical bundles, and collocations* Includes discussion of the use of fixed, familiar expressions in second language learning* Presents new research data on the neurological foundations of familiar language drawn from clinical observations and experimental studies of stroke, dementia, and Parkinson's disease* Contains material from social media, magazines, newspapers, speeches, and other sources to illustrate the importance, abundance, and value of familiar languageSufficiently in-depth for specialists, while accessible to students and non-specialists, Foundations of Familiar Language is an essential resource for a wide range of readers, including linguists, child language specialists, psychologists, social scientists, neuroscientists, philosophers, educators, teachers of English as a second language, and those working in artificial intelligence and speech synthesis.

THE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF HEALTHCARE PRACTITIONERSExplore this innovative new volume covering the growing mental health crisis amongst healthcare practitionersIn The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Healthcare Practitioners, accomplished researchers and authors Esther Murray and Jo Brown deliver an insightful exploration of the theoretical and practical aspects of implementing mental health improvement within the healthcare system through a range of practical examples and cases.The book also explores the possibilities available to professionals to talk about their mental health using "borrowed" words and concepts, and uncovers structural and social concerns that prevent practitioners from accessing the time and space they need to address their mental health concerns.Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of topics such as:* Borrowed words in emergency medicine and how moral injury makes spaces for talking* Finding a voice through medical student engagement in creative enquiry* Using language and discourse to explore queer identities in medicine* Stress and mental wellbeing in emergency medical dispatchers and paramedicsPerfect for healthcare students, professionals, and researchers in the fields of medicine, medical education, psychology, and sociology, The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Healthcare Practitioners will also earn a place in the libraries of healthcare management professionals and regulators.

DEMYSTIFYING RESEARCH FOR MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE STUDENTSAll healthcare students need to understand research methods to be able to understand research articles and to actively engage in research where necessary. Most clinical programs include research training within their courses, and many students are required to undertake an assessed research project--both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Breaking down the jargon barriers of research methods, and designed for those new to the world of research, Demystifying Research is a straightforward and highly accessible guide to fundamental research methods, approaches, and skills.This student-friendly resource describes quantitative and qualitative research approaches, mixed research methods, research ethics and governance, research skills and more. Step-by-step, students learn to appraise research in scholarly articles, design a project, and conduct research in the lab, in clinical practice, and other real-life situations. Technical jargon and classic research are explained in plain English, while relevant theory is illustrated through relatable examples of research in practice. Designed to make learning about research easy, this valuable guide:* Explains basic research methods in a direct and engaging style* Breaks research methods down into manageable, easy-to-digest pieces* Defines what research is, and provides an overview of its methods and methodologies* Covers all key areas of research, including observational and experimental approaches, and clinical trials* Includes real-life examples of successful student research projects* Features a companion website containing lecture slides available to download in PowerPointDemystifying Research is a must-have for undergraduate and postgraduate medical, nursing, other healthcare and social sciences students, as well as professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.

Offers an introduction to the application of geology and geophysics to the production of oil and gas. This book reflects the sequential and cyclical processes of exploration, appraisal, development, and production. It draws case histories from around the world and from petroleum systems ranging in age from late Precambrian to Pliocene.

Presented in full color for the first time, Invertebrate Medicine is the definitive resource on husbandry and veterinary medicine in invertebrate species. Presenting authoritative information applicable to both in-human care and wild invertebrates, this comprehensive volume addresses the medical care and clinical condition of most important invertebrate species--providing biological data for sponges, jellyfish, anemones, snails, sea hares, corals, cuttlefish, squid, octopuses, clams, oysters, crabs, crayfish, lobsters, shrimp, hermit crabs, spiders, scorpions, horseshoe crabs, honey bees, butterflies, beetles, sea stars, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, various worms, and many other invertebrate groups.The extensively revised third edition contains new information and knowledge throughout, offering timely coverage of significant advances in invertebrate anesthesia, analgesia, diagnostic imaging, surgery, and welfare. New and updated chapters incorporate recent publications on species including crustaceans, jellyfishes, corals, honeybees, and a state-of-the-science formulary. In this edition, the authors also discuss a range of topics relevant to invertebrate caretaking including conservation, laws and regulations, euthanasia, diagnostic techniques, and sample handling. Edited by a leading veterinarian and expert in the field, Invertebrate Medicine, Third Edition:* Provides a comprehensive reference to all aspects of invertebrate medicine* Offers approximately 200 new pages of expanded content* Features more than 400 full color images and new contributions from leading veterinarians and specialists for each taxon* Includes updated chapters of reportable diseases, neoplasia, sources of invertebrates and supplies, and a comprehensive formularyThe standard reference text in the field, Invertebrate Medicine, Third Edition is essential reading for practicing veterinarians, veterinary students, advanced hobbyists, aquarists and aquaculturists, and professional animal caretakers in zoo animal, exotic animal, and laboratory animal medicine.

A comparative introduction to major global wireless standards, technologies and their applications From GSM to LTE-Advanced Pro and 5G: An Introduction to Mobile Networks and Mobile Broadband, 3rd Edition provides technical descriptions of the various wireless technologies currently in use.

Thermal processing remains the most important method of food preservation in use today, and the large scale of these production operations makes it more important than ever that the process is performed perfectly every time: failure will lead to product deterioration and loss of sales at best, and at worst to serious illness or death.

Offers the most up-to-date coverage of research methods and best practices in the study of second language acquisition, edited by two of the leading figures in the fieldCurrent Approaches in Second Language Acquisition Research provides an up-to-date overview of both traditional and cutting-edge techniques and methods in the field. Bringing together contributions from an international team of experts, this authoritative volume covers the qualitative, quantitative, survey-based, interdisciplinary, statistical analysis, and data replication methods that students and early-career researchers need to know when developing their projects and experiments in second language acquisition research. Each chapter includes best practices, case studies, and research questions, together with suggested readings which exemplify a wide range of contemporary methodologies.Current Approaches in Second Language Acquisition Research builds on the foundation of Research Methods in Second Language Acquisition, the first volume in the Wiley Blackwell Guides to Research Methods series to cover the field of SLA. Eleven new chapters and four revised chapters address classroom research methods, qualitative approaches to data, collecting introspective second language (L2) data, L2 data on brain and articulatory mechanisms, problematic terminology in the SLA community, and more.* Covers theory-based methodologies, synthetic and meta-analytic work, mixed methods, coding, and statistical analysis* Describes and evaluates recent methodological advances and experimental approaches in SLA research* Includes study questions, links to additional resources, and example study boxes that summarize methodological principles and connect them to real-world research studiesCurrent Approaches in Second Language Acquisition Research is an essential resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in SLA and applied linguistics programs, novice researchers studying SLA research methods, and more established scholars looking for a concise and up-to-date overview of SLA methodology.

Salivary Gland Pathology: Diagnosis and Management, Third Edition is an authoritative reference to this important discipline in medicine, dentistry, and surgery. Covering the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of a broad range of pathologies, this comprehensive textbook provides insight into every facet of diagnosis and treatment for all salivary gland pathologies, and offers a wealth of high-quality clinical images, detailed surgical illustrations, and video clips of actual surgeries via a companion website.The fully revised third edition contains new chapters on complications in salivary gland surgery and minimally invasive salivary gland pathology, and includes approximately 100 new clinical images and numerous surgical line drawings. Salivary Gland Pathology now features case presentations to place the information in context, as well as additional treatment algorithms in each chapter to assist in clinical decision making. Written by highly respected clinicians, educators, and researchers with extensive expertise in oral and maxillofacial surgery, this authoritative resource:* Reviews the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of all salivary gland pathologies, with detailed explanations and hundreds of full-color clinical images* Incorporates new information on the taxonomy of salivary gland tumors, neoplastic and non-neoplastic entities, image guided biopsies of salivary gland lesions, and complications in traditional and non-traditional forms of salivary gland surgery* Offers expanded coverage of histopathology, including classification, grading, and staging of salivary gland tumors* Features up-to-date chapters on anatomy and physiology, imaging, cysts, systemic diseases, tumors, trauma, and innovative salivary gland surgical techniques* Includes a discussion of meta-analyses and systematic reviews to support evidence-based practiceSalivary Gland Pathology: Diagnosis and Management, Third Edition remains the definitive resource for oral and maxillofacial surgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, and general surgeons as well as their residents providing care for patients with salivary gland pathology.