A fun first alphabetic picture dictionary to introduce children aged 4 upwards to reading & writing & looking up words It has over 500 words listed in alphabetical order each with an illustration & a useful phrase The alphabet down the side of each page with the appropriate letter highlighted teaches first navigation skills Additional thematic sections at the back focus on themes
- including words from the calendar outer space fairy tales plus the everyday world of the classroom & the playground Val Biro's delightful animals & other characters make this the most attractive introduction to first dictionary skills
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This is the reissued Oxford French Mini Dictionary
- now in an attractive new format This small dictionary offers the most accurate
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This is the reissued Oxford German Mini Dictionary
- now in an attractive new format This small dictionary offers the most accurate
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Behavioural experiments are one of the central & most powerful methods of intervention in cognitive therapy Yet until now there has been no volume specifically dedicated to guiding physicians who wish to design & implement behavioural experiments across a wide range of clinical problems The Oxford Guide to Behavioural Experiments in Cognitive Therapy fills this gap It is written by clinicians for clinicians It is a practical easy to read handbook which is relevant for practising clinicians at every level from trainees to cognitive therapy supervisors Following a foreword by David Clark the first two chapters provide a theoretical & practical background for the understanding & development of behavioural experiments Thereafter the remaining chapters of the book focus on particular problem areas These include problems which have been the traditional focus of cognitive therapy (eg depression anxiety disorders) as well as those which have only more recently become a subject of study (bipolar disorder psychotic symptoms) & some which are still in their relative infancy (physical health problems brain injury) The book also

Includes:: several chapters on transdiagnostic problems such as avoidance of affect low self-esteem interpersonal issues & self-injurious behaviour A final chapter by Christine Padesky provides some signposts for future development Containing examples of over 200 behavioural experiments this book will be of enormous practical value for all those involved in cognitive behavioural therapy as well as stimulating exploration & creativity in both its readers & their patients

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The Oxford Guide to Effective Writing & Speaking is the essential guide for everyone who needs to communicate in clear & effective English both written & spoken John Seely looks at the key factors to consider in tailoring your material so that you get your message across such as understanding the demands of particular audiences subjects & situations Clearly organized the book is arranged in four sections A Communicating in everyday life
- covers a wide range of communications including writing emails to giving presentations & preparing reports B Getting your message across
- focuses on important factors such as the audience the subject time & purpose C Communication tools
- offers advice on grammar vocabulary spelling & punctuation to ensure that communication is accurate as well as appropriate D The process of writing
- looks at what's involved in writing longer pieces including planning & drafting research summaries editing & presentation Full of practical guidance this book also

Includes:: helpful ' You Try' sections & 'guidelines' to practise & reinforce what you've learnt The answers to the exercises in the ' You Try' sections can be found at the back of the book This is the most comprehensive guide to using English for effective communication available; it covers an unrivalled range of situations & requirements making it ideal to be used at work at school & university or at home





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Now on its fourth edition the Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia provides authoritative concise guidance on all aspects of anaesthesia Evidence-based up-to-date & clinically-focused it is indispensable for both anaesthetic trainees & experienced practitioners Building on the award-winning success of previous editions the Oxford Handbook of Anaesthesia is as relevant & important as ever Fully revised with the latest guidelines drugs & procedures this book ensures readers have the most up-to-date knowledge easily to hand The fourth edition

Includes:: new content on obesity surgery colloids vs crystalloids & enhanced recovery as well as intraoperative fluid management new anticoagulants BIS updates pulse contour analysis & much more Wherever you are on your career path in anaesthesia this handbook is your essential companion

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After more than twenty years of recognition as the indispensable guide for all dental students & practitioners the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Dentistry has been fully revised & updated for its new sixth edition now better than ever! The authors have distilled the essentials of clinical practice into a readily accessible style Concise & practically focused the handbook balances a pragmatic approach alongside evidence-based clinical knowledge guidelines & protocols This handbook is in full colour with even more images & diagrams to aid understanding It has been fully updated with sources & further reading including the most up-to-date e-learning & web resources The handbook

Includes:: revised chapters on fast-moving areas of dental practice such as therapeutics & anaesthesia as well as updates on the aetiology & management of cancer reflecting recent discoveries New material also

Includes:: the impact of bisphosphonates & new approaches to the management of Class III malocclusions in the growing child Sections on the differences in healthcare & legal requirements of the UK devolved countries have been added & all life support protocols have been updated This concise & practical distillation of the essential knowledge & skills for dental practice has been highly regarded by dental students & practitioners for over twenty years Now it is more vital than ever for you to ensure the most up-to-date edition is always close to hand!



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Covering the core clinical specialties the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties contains a comprehensive chapter on each of the clinical areas you will encounter through your medical school & Foundation Programme rotations Now updated with the latest guidelines & developed by a new & trusted author team who have contemporary experience of life on the wards this unique resource presents the content in a concise & logical way giving clear advice on clinical management & offering insight into holistic care Packed full of high-quality illustrations boxes tables & classifications this handbook is ideal to be used at direct point of care whether on the ward or in the community & for study & revision Each chapter is easy to read & filled with digestible information with features including ribbons to mark your most-used pages & mnemonics to help you memorize & retain key facts while"es from patients help the reader understand each problem better enhancing the doctorpatient relationship With reassuring & friendly advice throughout this is the ultimate guide for every medical student & junior doctor for each clinical placement & as a revision tool This tenth edition of the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties remains the perfect companion to the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine together encompassing the entire spectrum of clinical medicine & helping you to become the doctor you want to be ...

Focused on the practical issues of nursing care & nursing procedures the Oxford Handbook of Critical Care Nursing has been written by nurses for nurses Reflecting current best practice this handbook is an easily accessible & evidence-based guide for all levels of nursing staff working in critical care environments It provides the nurse at the bedside with the answers to day-to-day problems experienced when caring for critically ill patients & is also a guide to some of the less commonly encountered issues Now including more detail on the psychological issues facing critically ill patients & further information on the intricacies of receiving & transferring critically ill patients to & from critical care environments this handbook is a concise practical evidence-based guide for nursing professionals caring for critically ill patients ...

Fully revised & updated the Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine is the definitive best-selling guide for all of the common conditions that present to the emergency department Whether you work in emergency medicine or just want to be prepared this book will be your essential guide Following the latest clinical guidelines & evidence written & reviewed by experts this handbook will ensure you are up to date & have the confidence to deal with all emergency presentations practices & procedures In line with the latest developments in the field such as infection control DNR orders advanced directives & learning disability the book also

Includes:: new sections specifically outlining patient advice & information as well as new & revised vital information on paediatrics & psychiatry For all junior doctors specialist nurses paramedics clinical students GPs & other allied health professionals this rapid-reference handbook will become a vital companion for both study & practice

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