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A title, in which, the commission includes a section on the protection of the environment, and indicated that it would be further developing its approach to this subject by way of a set of Reference Animals and Plants (RAPs) as the basis for relating exposure to dose, and dose to radiation effects, for different types of animals and plants.

Guides you through analysis to implementation to provide you with know-how to implement rigorous, accurate, and cost-effective security policies and designs. This book offers techniques for weighing and managing risks that face your organization. It gives insights into universal principles that can be adapted to specific situations and threats.

Suitable for engineers involved in the design, selection, maintenance and operation of gas turbines, this title covers a range of topics from design specifications to maintenance troubleshooting. It also includes case histories that offer practical trouble-shooting guidance and solutions.

Provides a practical approach to clinical nursing instruction. Grounded in adult learning theory, this book provides practicable suggestions and also addresses common questions and issues. It also incorporates illustrative scenarios, discussion questions, and reflection exercises designed to facilitate the application of the content.

A case-based guide to electromyography. It examines how to approach, diagnose, and manage the commonly encountered disorders in the EMG laboratory. It correlates patient history, physical exam, EMG findings, relevant anatomy, treatment, and follow-up to help readers sharpen their clinical problem-solving skills.

Helps therapists, teachers, and parents understand the learning disabled child. This book takes the approach that no two children are the same and that one needs to decipher both the child's overt and covert behaviors to make informed choices about appropriate learning strategies.

Focuses on the role of the dental public health care professional in the socially conscious health field. This book is organized to follow the objectives of dental hygiene courses in community dentistry.

Gives fluence to dose conversion coefficients for both effective dose and organ absorbed doses for various types of external exposures, consistent with the 2007 Recommendations of the ICRP.

With detailed descriptions of orthopedic surgeries, this title provides evidence-based guidelines to designing effective rehabilitation strategies. It offers coverage of each condition that includes an overview of the orthopedic patient's entire course of treatment from pre- to post-surgery.

Based on research conducted by investigative teams at the University of Iowa, this book provides linkages between the three standardized languages recognized by the American Nurses Organization (NOC, NIC, and all of the 2009-2010 NANDA-I approved nursing diagnoses). It also features a chapter on clinical decision making.

Features imaging examples that help you recognize the imaging presentation of the full range of head and neck disorders using PET, CT, MRI, and ultrasound. This title covers the complexities of embryology, anatomy, and physiology, including anatomical images that help you distinguish subtle abnormalities and understand their etiologies.

Uses the success formula of the Secrets Series to offer fast answers to the essential clinical questions in fetal and neonatal medicine. This book provides access to the practical knowledge to succeed both in practice and on board and recertification exams.

An introduction to introductory human anatomy and physiology. It offers a fresh approach that incorporates crime scenes, superheroes and more. It presents material from easily understood comparisons to help you learn about A&P from a real-world point of view.

Topics: Foundations of Pediatrics; HIV; Type 2 Diabetes; Angioedema and Anaphylaxis; Meningococcemia; Novel Pulmonary Endpoints in Clinical Trials; Inflammatory Mediators in Human Milk; Probiotics and Clinical Disease; Nutrition for Preterm Infants; Genetics of Microcephaly; Access to Healthcare Issues; Intersex; Cutaneous Drug Eruptions; Proteomics; Anorexia Nervosa; Pharmacology Review

Covers the clinical growth in the field of nuclear cardiology, focusing on instrumentation and techniques. This title addresses the various developments in technology, radiopharmaceuticals, molecular imaging, and perfusion imaging.

Helps to perform thorough nutrition assessments and interventions. This title focuses on the health effects of overweight and obesity and presents an overview of cultural impacts on nutrition. It incorporates the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005 and the MyPyramid plan for diet and lifestyle planning.

Provides information on the functional anatomy of the shoulder, the mechanics of movement, and the evaluation and treatment of shoulder disorders. This title promotes evidence-based practice with coverage of the rehabilitation and surgical techniques.

Presents informative and practical guidance on endoscopic indications, instrumentation, patient preparation, and techniques. This title provides the novices as well as the advanced practitioners with the information needed to deliver the safest, high-quality endoscopic services for small animals, including avian and exotics.

Wire drawing is a metalworking process used to reduce the diameter of a wire by pulling the wire through a single, or series of, drawing die(s). This text explains the complex theory and engineering concepts with relation to wire drawing. It offers real-world worked examples, problems and protocols based on true life engineering scenarios.

Answers the question "What are the available methodologies to assess the environmental sustainability of a product, system or process?" This title includes many case studies to assist you with the practical application of environmental and sustainability methods.

Featuring the principles and techniques of Thai massage, this book discusses the theories of Thai medicine and its Chinese and Ayurvedic influences. It offers descriptions for different Thai massage techniques accompanied by color photographs and drawings, with arrows to indicate direction of movement.

Describes how to produce high-quality radiographic and ultrasound images. This book covers equipment, safety, and technique - all major responsibilities of the veterinary technician. It details radiographic positioning for small animals, large animals, and exotics. It also includes a chapter on diagnostic ultrasound.

Shows how Supply Chain Management (SCM) can be made 'Lean', leading to much more reliable, cost-effective and competitive SCM. This book helps readers find a collection of management tools that helps to implement Lean principles, and to understand the components of an integrated Supply Chain Management system.