Talaro/Chess: "Foundations in Microbiology" is an allied health microbiology text for non-science majors with a taxonomic approach to the disease chapters. It offers an engaging and accessible writing style through the use of tools such as case studies and analogies to thoroughly explain difficult m[...]

Part of a series which gives you the insight on more than 100 professions, as well as on various useful aspects of your potential career. This title includes tips on determining if a career in biology is right for you and descriptions of the many branches of the life sciences and an overview of the [...]

Suitable for mathematically sophisticated Six Sigma practitioners unwilling to settle for anything less than peak performance in manufacturing and services, this book shows how to integrate research and development, manufacturing, human resources, finance, marketing, quality, and customer service wi[...]

The classic text on how nurses can use technology to improve healthcare -- updated to reflects the latest advances and realities[...]

This title helps you to gain a thorough understanding of the principles of biochemistry and molecular biology as they relate to modern medicine. It includes 16 case histories Clear, concise, and in full color, "Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry" is unrivaled in its ability to clarify the link betwee[...]

The best single reference for understanding the clinical relevance of any biochemistry topic Clear, concise, and in full color, Harper's Illustrated Biochemistry is unrivaled in its ability to clarify the link between biochemistry and the molecular basis of disease. It covers exactly what students [...]

This accessible introduction to the history and civilization of Spain is an excellent vehicle for introducing intermediate or advanced students to Spanish civilization and culture. The sixth edition retains the solid cultural and historical coverage from previous editions, while adding new informati[...]

In 1968, in a remote part of Canada, a mysterious child is born: a baby who appears to be neither fully boy nor girl, but both at once.

Only three people share the secret - the baby's parents and a trusted neighbour. Together the adults make a difficult decision: to go through surgery an[...]

Stiehm's Immune Deficiencies focuses on immunodeficiencies in children and adults. This book covers the many advances in the study of immunodeficiency. Stiehm's Immune Deficiencies includes 62 chapters covering topics such as newly described syndromes, genetic diagnosis, molecular abnormalities, ne[...]

Presents the findings of a broad survey of corporate security programs conducted by the Security Executive Council's Security Leadership Research Institute (SLRI). This book breaks down survey responses by organization size, scope of responsibility, industry, and more in easy-to-read charts and tabl[...]

UNDERSTANDING THE ESSENTIALS OF CRITICAL CARE NURSING, 2/e introduces all foundational elements of critical care nursing that are essential to delivering safe, effective care, and provide the basis for the eventual delivery of sophisticated, expert care. It focuses on the techniques and concepts mos[...]

Completely updated in a new sixth edition, this book provides knowledge of the historical, theoretical, ethical, and legal foundations of professional nursing. This resource explores the changing health care system especially related to health care economics, nursing in a culture of violence, and nu[...]