Whether you provide care for older people or you are simply interested in ageing this complete primer on the psychology of ageing explains the key issues clearly & concisely Beginning with explanations of ageing life expectancy & demographics it goes on to discuss the aspects of ageing that have the most impact on people's lives From changes in intelligence & personality to mental health & sexuality the author explains the psychology involved & focuses on the points that have most impact on people's lives Drawing on the latest findings in the field the book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject The book will be a key resource for anyone interested in what happens as we age as well as social workers care workers nurses medical professionals ...

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A sound knowledge of anatomy & physiology is an essential basis for the effective clinical treatment of companion animals The new third edition Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology Textbook offers clear & comprehensive of the common companion animal species Updated throughout with a new section added on large animals the new edition features augmented online learning resources with new questions & quizzes Students can test their knowledge with multi-choice questions drag & drop exercises & an image bank while instructors can download questions figures & exercises to use as teaching aids An essential first purchase for all those embarking upon a veterinary career

Includes:: augmented on-line resources with self-assessment tools & teaching aids Comprehensive coverage of all major companion animal species New large animal section added covering the cow sheep & pig ' Applied Anatomy' tips relate theory to clinical practice showing the relationship between anatomy & physiology & the disease process

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Understanding companion animal anatomy & physiology is the foundation to providing good veterinary care but the underlying concepts covered in the classroom are not always easy to relate to everyday clinical practice The new edition of Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology Workbook continues to provide a fun & interactive means to test the student's knowledge using crosswords word searches mnemonics quizzes labelling diagrams & more A unique way to revise a complex subject
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This thoroughly engaging concise book tells the story of California's most precious resource tracing the journey of water in the state from the atmosphere to the snowpack to our faucets & foods Along the way we learn much about California itself as the book describes its rivers lakes wetlands dams & aqueducts & discusses the role of water in agriculture the environment & politics Essential reading in a state facing the future with an overextended water supply this fascinating book shows that for all Californians every drop counts New to this updated edition it

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INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY A FOUNDATION combines enhanced problem-solving structure with substantial pedagogy to enable students to become strong independent problem solvers in the introductory course & beyond Capturing student interest through early coverage of chemical reactions accessible explanations & visualizations & an emphasis on everyday applications the authors explain chemical concepts by starting with the basics using symbols or diagrams & conclude by encouraging students to test their own understanding of the solution This step-by-step approach has already helped hundreds of thousands of students master chemical concepts & develop problem-solving skills The book is known for its focus on conceptual learning & for the way it motivates students by connecting chemical principles to real-life experiences in chapter-opening discussions & " Chemistry in Focus" boxes ...

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This bestselling & thoroughly classroom-tested textbook is a complete resource for finance students A comprehensive & illustrated discussion of the most common empirical approaches in finance prepares students for using econometrics in practice while detailed case studies help them understand how the techniques are used in relevant financial contexts Worked examples from the latest version of the popular statistical software EViews guide students to implement their own models & interpret results Learning outcomes key concepts & end-of-chapter review questions (with full solutions online) highlight the main chapter takeaways & allow students to self-assess their understanding Building on the successful data- & problem-driven approach of previous editions this third edition has been updated with new data extensive examples & additional introductory material on mathematics making the book more accessible to students encountering econometrics for the first time A companion website with numerous student & instructor resources completes the learning package ...

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Publisher's Note Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality authenticity or access to any online entitlements included with the product Enhance your critical thinking skills in a clinical setting & prepare for the NCLEX-PN exam with this clear easy-to-understand & highly visual book Written by two experts & current educators in pediatric & maternity nursing the 4th edition has been updated to reflect today's best practices & evidence-based care Each chapter

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