Bøker av John Knight

Covering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this book condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters. From an overview of cells, blood, and the major organ systems, through to the key developmental stages, genetics and ageing, this book introduces all the vital anatomy and physiology information that aspiring nurses will need to learn. Throughout the book, case studies link core principles of anatomy and physiology to realistic scenarios commonly encountered by nurses in clinical practice, helping students apply this knowledge to their everyday working life.Key features*; Mapped to the new NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses (2018)*; Case studies, activities and other learning features help students translate the theory to practice*; Provides revision guidance and strategies for tackling exams and assessments

Covers all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know in short, concise and easily accessible chapters. Whilst using case study scenarios commonly encountered by nurses in clinical practice, to help students to apply this anatomy and physiology knowledge to their everyday working life.

A demographic and ethnographic exploration of how the aging Japanese society is affecting the family.

"The first thorough account of [the Ross] expedition. Never before or since has the Antarctic pack ice been breached by two wooden warships powered by wind alone without the aid of charts or any prior knowledge of what they were about to carry out and discover. Includes stories about the crew members"--Publisher's description.

The definitive account of Sir Vivian Fuchs and Sir Edmund Hillary's Trans-Antarctic Expedition, completed 60 years ago this year.

This book provides proven techniques and strategies for developing dependable software. It gives a concise overview of how to develop and implement dependable software while examining key issues and usable techniques. The author addresses why dependability matters, what it means for a system to be dependable, how to build a dependable system, and how to assess whether a system is adequately dependable. He helps software engineers understand why the software is being asked to do what it is being asked to do as well as why the software is made to operate on the particular platform specified.

A compendium of essential data, techniques and procedures, best practice, and underpinning knowledge, this title is a useful tool for engineers involved in the design and day-to-day running of mechanical services in buildings, and a reference for managers, students and engineers in related fields.