Based on a non-consequentialist ethical theory, this book critically examines the prevalent view that if a fetus has the moral standing of a person, it has a right to life and abortion is impermissible. Most discussion of abortion has assumed that this... Zobraziť viac
Death in childhood is uncommon but for those families who have to confront the situation the burden is great. The stress and anxiety for health care workers is also considerable. This book considers the medical, psycho-social and practical issues... Zobraziť viac
Pediatric Anesthesia Practice is a vital point-of-care guide to aid the clinician in the care of children in the perianesthetic period. It is a condensed and practical approach to the patient management, showcasing consistent standards that have been... Zobraziť viac
This comprehensive, unified text on the principles and practice of clinical trials presents a detailed account of how to conduct the trials. It describes the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trials in a non-technical manner and provides... Zobraziť viac
"A quintessential work of technological futurism." - James Surowiecki, strategy + business, "Best Business Books 2017 - Innovation"From one of our leading technology thinkers and writers, a guide through the twelve technological imperatives that will... Zobraziť viac
Basic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide, Second Edition, is an accessible introduction to the core concepts and potentially complex interrelationships in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery. The fully revised new edition... Zobraziť viac
Bhabha, in his preface, writes 'Nations, like narratives, lose their origins in the myths of time and only fully encounter their horizons in the mind's eye'.From this seemingly impossibly metaphorical beginning, this volume confronts the realities of... Zobraziť viac
"Psychophysiology: Human Behavior and Physiological Response" provides students with essential elementary information regarding the anatomy and physiology of various body systems, recording techniques, integrative reviews of literature, and concepts Zobraziť viac
When all you need is a basic understanding of the human nervous system, look to Cram Session in Functional Neuroanatomy: A Handbook for Students & Clinicians. Zobraziť viac
by Tao Le, Vikas Bhushan, Matthew Sochat... Zobraziť viac
In this reappraisal of public health and health promotion in contemporary societies, Deborah Lupton explores public health and health promotion using contemporary sociocultural and political theory, particularly that building on Foucault's writings on... Zobraziť viac
This practical and concise publication explains how busy health professionals can integrate emotional support into the services offered to people with cancer. Helps health professionals to develop the communication skills needed to understand and... Zobraziť viac
This important resource offers a comprehensive introduction to emerging and reemerging infectious disease, including the underlying mechanisms of microbial emergence, the technology used to detect them and the strategies available to contain them. The... Zobraziť viac
The new edition of this standard text guides biomedical researchers in the selection and use of advanced statistical methods and the presentation of results to clinical colleagues. It assumes no knowledge of mathematics beyond high school level and is... Zobraziť viac
An exploration of the signs and symptoms of mental illness commonly seen by psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and GPs. Presented in a clear and concise manner suitable for clinical practice, this fourth... Zobraziť viac
LSD has a controversial and extraordinary reputation, due to the special effects it can induce on human consciousness. Its experimental use lead to some groundbreaking discoveries about the brain and the deeper layers of the human psyche. After its... Zobraziť viac
This book is designed to consolidate the relevant literature as well as the thoughts of professionals currently working in the field into a practical and accessible reference for the emergency medical technician, student, nurse, resident, and attending... Zobraziť viac
Selection of the best outcome measures is a crucial step in psychiatric research. There are excellent instruments available for most areas of interest and researchers are often faced with a confusing choice. Getting it right will save you time and... Zobraziť viac
The long-awaited new edition of this time-honored classic has arrived. Now in its Fifth Edition, the text includes fully updated testing references and a neuroimaging primer. Zobraziť viac
In 1910, Karl Jaspers wrote an essay on morbid jealousy in which he laid the foundation for the psychopathological phenomenology that, through his work and the work of Hans Gruhle and Kurt Schneider among others, would become the hallmark of the... Zobraziť viac
