In simple plain English style this book will guide you through the entire subject
- the theories underlying hypnosis the disorders
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Beautiful pictures of wonderful dyed fabrics used in a variety of designs accompany detailed advice on the materials required preparing the fabric & the dyeing methods. Using Shibori techniques
- folding pleating clamping stitching & pole wrapping the author illustrates all the different stages using clear step-by-step photographs & easy-to-follow text. A stunning sequence of inspirational projects have been specially chosen to develop skills & build confidence with instructions on how to make a tea cosy a jacket a silk scarf & more.
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HANDBOOK OF INFORMATICS FOR NURSES & HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS 5/e is a complete & up-to-date overview of the key issues related to adoption & use of health information technology & nursing informatics with detailed practical information to support students & professionals in the field. Intended to address all the concepts skills & tasks professionals need to achieve the nations healthcare information technology goals it contains three major sections: General Computer Information Health Care Information Systems & Specialty Applications. Major themes of privacy confidentiality & information security are woven throughout; project management is introduced in the context of strategic planning & addressed in many other chapters. This edition contains extensive new coverage throughout along with eight new chapters addressing issues such as Personal Health Records (PHRs) Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) usability & consumer education. ...

Designed for use by anyone involved in international sales finance shipping & administration The Handbook of International Trade & Finance" provides a full explanation of the key areas of international trade
- including risk management international payments & currency management. It is an essential reference source that will help to reduce risks & improve cashflow identify the most competitive finance alternatives structure the best payment terms & minimize finance & transaction costs. Coverage
Includes:: trade risks & risk assessment; methods of payment; currency risk; export credit insurance; trade finance; & terms of payment. Designed for all businesses regardless of size & business sector the book also describes the negotiating process from the perspectives of both the buyer & the seller
- providing valuable insight into the complete financing process."


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This is a practical guide to over 200 tying techniques comprehensively illustrated in over 1200 step-by-step photographs. All the key knot types are covered including bends hitches bindings loops mats plaits rings & slings. You will find familiar knots such as the simple overhand or thumb knot & more challenging knots such as the seizing bend boom hitch Chinese button knot & variations of the square Turks head. Also included are knots for angling & fishing boating & sailing caving & climbing general purpose & outdoor pursuits. Each set of instructions is accompanied by photographs taking you through every step of tying the knot. This title

Includes:: a clear guide to the variety of cords & ropes; their breaking strengths construction & application. Knots have been around for thousands of years
- even Neolithic man tied the reef knot clove hitch & running noose. There are several thousand knots in existence & an almost infinite number of variations. This reference manual & practical handbook presents over 200 of the most essential knots. Everyone is clearly identified by its category of use: angling & fishing; boating & sailing; caving & climbing; & general purpose & outdoor pursuits with easy-reference symbols denoting each knots use at the top of each page. Whether you are an eager beginner or a lifelong devotee of knot-tying this will prove an absorbing & indispensable guide.


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In an era of far-reaching changes organizational learning & knowledge creation are high on the agenda of social scientists managers & consultants worldwide as they seek to adapt to new environments. The Handbook of Organizational Learning & Knowledge provides a comprehensive overview of how the concept of organizational learning emerged how it has been used & debated & where it may be going. It summarizes the state of the art & provides a full account of the diverse approaches themes issues & debates of the field. The handbook unites a distinguished team of international authors who examine both the central themes & key emerging issues. The coverage extends beyond the American tradition to include the experiences of Europe Asia & the Middle East. The book opens with chapters drawing insights from various social science approaches. The following sections examine fundamental issues concerning the external triggers factors & conditions agents & processes of organizational learning. Subsequent chapters review the subject within a global context looking in particular at processes of interorganizational learning & knowledge transfer. The next sections examine the development of learning practices & provide case studies to illustrate organizational learning & knowledge creation. The book concludes with an analysis of the state of the art & an agenda for the future. This handbook will be an invaluable reference tool for scholars & students in the social sciences as well as for professional involved in organizational development learning & change. ...

This handbook offers a practical thorough approach to the clinical practice of palliative care. Adding North American authors to its roster of UK contributors the third edition of this award-winning book addresses important changes in the evidence base of palliative care as well as an emphasis on end-of-life community-based care. It features new chapters on dementia & advance care planning a simplified lymphoedema discussion & an ongoing commitment to providing essential guidance for physicians nurses & all primary care providers involved in palliative care in hospital hospice & community settings. ...

Featuring contributions from leading international figures in the person-centred world this landmark volume provides a comprehensive in-depth & cutting-edge overview of the field. The Handbook describes the underlying principles theory & concepts of the approach in a coherent & clearly structured way & closely relates these ideas to therapeutic practice & research. With its numerous case vignettes & extensive references it is set to become the final authority on person-centred therapy for students & practitioners the world over. ...

This authoritative Handbook is the reference of choice for researchers & students of personality. Leading authorities describe the most important theoretical approaches in personality & review the state of the science in five broad content areas: biological bases; development; self & social processes; cognitive & motivational processes; & emotion adjustment & health. Within each area chapters present innovative ideas findings research designs & measurement approaches. Areas of integration & consensus are discussed as are key questions & controversies still facing the field. The book will be invaluable to researchers & students in personality & social psychology; also of interest to clinical psychologists. It will also serve as a core text in graduate-level courses on personality. ...

This completely revised & updated second edition provides a comprehensive introduction to using play to communicate with troubled or traumatized children & their families & to heal emotional damage. The book gives examples of good practice in different settings & situations. Drawing on psychodynamic systemic & attachment theory the book provides an integrated theory base for using play in therapeutic work with children. It emphasizes non-directive approaches to therapeutic play & play therapy based on supporting the child's developing self within the safe boundaries provided by the setting & the worker's emotional holding & containment. Areas explored include: children with disabilities & illnesses daily living with abused & traumatized children helping troubled families difficulties in early years children experiencing separation loss & bereavement children moving to new families. The Handbook of Play Therapy & Therapeutic Play is an invaluable resource for all of those using play therapy with children & will appeal not only to play therapists but also to professionals working in the broader field of therapeutic play. It will be useful whether the readers are at the beginning of their training or are well-established & experienced practitioners & managers. ...