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“This textbook is much needed in the current context of increased patient acuity and bed occupancy, shorter hospital stays, and the new work being done in the area of early recognition of the deteriorating patient.”

Barbara O’Donnell, Chief ODP, Guy’s Hospital, London

"Nursing the Acutely ill Adult is a comprehensive text … Each chapter draws on the clinical and academic expertise of the author and follows a structured approach that explores the case problems, altered physiology and nursing interventions and care.

It is an ideal reference resource for nurses who wish to reflect and explore the evidence base underpinning the complexities of nursing acutely ill adults."Alison Eddleston, Senior Lecturer Acute, Operative and Critical Care, School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, UK

"This informative case-based book encourages the reader to critically consider the assessment and care needed by acutely ill adult patients with a variety of underlying conditions. Nursing and other healthcare students … should find that the book helps with the development of an integrated mindset and evidence-based decision making."Janice Christie, Senior Lecturer in Public Health and Primary Care, City University London, UK

"The book will enable practitioners to approach the assessment of patients with a range of acute conditions in a structured manner. The case scenarios are very realistic and there are good explanations of underlying patho-physiology. There is also a well structured explanation of investigations and priority interventions … This book will enable the development of expertise in assessment and prioritising of care in a range of settings."Laurence Leonard, Senior Lecturer, Kingston University and St George's, University of London, UK

The complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. Part of a case book series, this accessible book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. The cases combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings, providing an engaging resource for nursing students taking acute care modules.

This handy book:

Follows a step-by-step question and answer format Facilitates the application of theory to practice through the use of clinical case studiesConsiders the most common acute illness scenarios that are frequently encountered by practitionersIntegrates knowledge of pathological processes, applied pharmacology and related nursing implications to acute illnessNursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Case Book offers a unique way of relating theory to practice, making it key reading for undergraduate nursing students. It will also be beneficial to students in areas such as intensive care as well as nurse educators looking for a way to bridge the gap between the classroom and clinical practice.

Contributors: Patrick Gallagher, Niall McKenna, Billie Joan Rice.

"Nursing the Acutely ill Adult is a comprehensive text … Each chapter draws on the clinical and academic expertise of the author and follows a structured approach that explores the case problems, altered physiology and nursing interventions and care.

It is an ideal reference resource for nurses who wish to reflect and explore the evidence base underpinning the complexities of nursing acutely ill adults."Alison Eddleston, Senior Lecturer Acute, Operative and Critical Care, School of Health, University of Central Lancashire, UK

"This informative case-based book encourages the reader to critically consider the assessment and care needed by acutely ill adult patients with a variety of underlying conditions. Nursing and other healthcare students … should find that the book helps with the development of an integrated mindset and evidence-based decision making."Janice Christie, Senior Lecturer in Public Health and Primary Care, City University London, UK

"The book will enable practitioners to approach the assessment of patients with a range of acute conditions in a structured manner. The case scenarios are very realistic and there are good explanations of underlying patho-physiology. There is also a well structured explanation of investigations and priority interventions … This book will enable the development of expertise in assessment and prioritising of care in a range of settings."Laurence Leonard, Senior Lecturer, Kingston University and St George''s, University of London, UK

The complexity of caring for patients who become acutely ill or have deteriorated can be a daunting challenge for nurses. Part of a case book series, this accessible book contains 17 in-depth case studies relating to care of the acutely ill adult. The cases combine pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing care in realistic clinical settings, providing an engaging resource for nursing students taking acute care modules.

This handy book:

Follows a step-by-step question and answer format Facilitates the application of theory to practice through the use of clinical case studiesConsiders the most common acute illness scenarios that are frequently encountered by practitionersIntegrates knowledge of pathological processes, applied pharmacology and related nursing implications to acute illnessNursing the Acutely Ill Adult: Case Book offers a unique way of relating theory to practice, making it key reading for undergraduate nursing students. It will also be beneficial to students in areas such as intensive care as well as nurse educators looking for a way to bridge the gap between the classroom and clinical practice.

Contributors: Patrick Gallagher, Niall McKenna, Billie Joan Rice.

Becoming a Chef, Revised is the updated and expanded edition of the 1996 James Beard Foundation Award for Best Writing on Food, and reflects all the most recent advances made in the culinary industry. It features the career advice of the biggest, most respected names in the culinary industry, such as Thomas Keller, Claudia Fleming, Marcel Desaulniers, Caprial Pence, Marcus Samuelsson, Craig Shelton, Gale Gand, Rick Tramonto, and more. With their trademark style, the authors give insightful details on the demographics, employment, education, and personal details of today's star chefs.

"In Culinary Artistry...Dornenburg and Page provide food and flavor pairings as a kind of steppingstone for the recipe-dependent cook...Their hope is that once you know the scales, you will be able to compose a symphony." --Molly O'Neil in The New York Times Magazine.For anyone who believes in the potential for artistry in the realm of food, Culinary Artistry is a must-read. This is the first book to examine the creative process of culinary composition as it explores the intersection of food, imagination, and taste. Through interviews with more than 30 of America's leading chefsa including Rick Bayless, Daniel Boulud, Gray Kunz, Jean-Louis Palladin, Jeremiah Tower, and Alice Watersa the authors reveal what defines "culinary artists," how and where they find their inspiration, and how they translate that vision to the plate. Through recipes and reminiscences, chefs discuss how they select and pair ingredients, and how flavors are combined into dishes, dishes into menus, and menus into bodies of work that eventually comprise their cuisines.

You know that quiet voice? The one that whispers while you're stuck in traffic, folding laundry, or scrolling through someone else's beach photos: What if my life could look completely different? This book is for the woman who hears it.Blonde in Bangkok, Bombay, Beijing, and Beyond is the true story of a single mother who packed up her life eight times, in eight countries, and rebuilt it from scratch in each one: the steppes of Kazakhstan, the chaos of Mumbai, the glittering madness of Bangkok, the deserts of Jordan and Ras Al Khaimah, the elegance of Romania, and the endless, humming pulse of China. No corporate escape plan. No perfect blueprint. Just curiosity, a suitcase, and a stubborn belief that the world is more generous than fear makes it look.Inside these pages you'll meet the women who became family in a language you couldn't speak; the drivers and shopkeepers who taught you the city; the friends you lost every summer to a new posting; and the small daily wins, the first joke in Russian, the first market run without a translator, and the first time a foreign city stopped feeling foreign, that quietly rewire who you are.It's funny. It's honest. It's the story your expat friend never quite tells you at brunch.If you're already living abroad, you'll see yourself on every page. If you're dreaming about it, this is the nudge you've been waiting for. And if you simply love a life told without filters, the mistakes, the mishaps, and the champagne on a Tuesday, pull up a chair. The kettle's on. Or the bubbly, if you're anything like Champagne Sue.Welcome to the life of an expat woman.

Why this book, and why now?Diverse classrooms need an approach that honors culture and language while raising quality.Teachers are asked to "e;be Reggio"e; without time, training, or tools.Leaders need evidence of impact on children's thinking, language, relationships, and well-being. What you'll gain:A practical roadmap for planning, environment design, documentation, and assessment.Strategies for multilingual classes and culturally responsive family partnerships.Ways to align Reggio with EYFS, IB PYP, and local standards without losing its heart.Ready-to-use prompts, protocols, and planning templates for teams. For whom:Early years teachers, coordinators, and leaders in international or multicultural schools.Schools shifting from traditional to inquiry/play-based practice.New teams needing shared language and routines; experienced teams seeking depth. Written by an international early childhood leader with hands-on experience in eight countries, this guide trades theory for tools, so you can see stronger engagement, richer thinking, and calmer classrooms within weeks.If you want classrooms where children think deeply, teachers collaborate thoughtfully, and families feel genuinely included, this book will help you build them. Start today and make Reggio work, beautifully, in your context.

What if "e;home"e; was something your child carried inside them, not a place on a map? Roots and Wings is the honest, warm companion every globally mobile family needs. Written by Karen Page, a parent and teacher who has raised children across South Africa, Kazakhstan, Romania, the UAE, Thailand, India, Jordan, and China, this guide turns the beautiful chaos of expat life into practical, confidence-building parenting. From helping a toddler sleep in a new time zone to supporting a teen through questions of identity and belonging, Karen shares real stories and actionable tools for every stage. You will learn how to ease school transitions, nurture resilience after goodbyes, celebrate multilingual wins, and raise children who feel rooted in love and free to fly. If your family lives between cultures, this is the friend you wish you had at the airport.

Why the two parts to this Potty Training guidebook matterA child-friendly story lowers the emotional temperature. Instead of turning potty training into a performance, it gives children a safe, relatable way to understand what is happening. That matters, especially for sensitive children or families trying to avoid shame, pressure, or reward-heavy systems that can backfire.The grown-up guide brings the practical side into focus. Readiness signs help parents and educators notice when timing is right rather than force it.Daytime and nighttime routines acknowledge a truth every experienced teacher knows: these are not always the same journey. Motivation tips can support confidence, but the best ones are gentle and relationship-based, not bribery dressed up with stickers. ¿Por qué importan las dos partes de esta guía de entrenamiento para ir al baño? Una historia amigable para niños reduce la carga emocional.En lugar de convertir el entrenamiento en una actuación, ofrece a los niños una forma segura y cercana de comprender lo que ocurre.Esto es importante, especialmente para los niños sensibles o para las familias que intentan evitar la vergüenza, la presión o sistemas basados en recompensas que pueden resultar contraproducentes.La guía para adultos aporta el enfoque práctico.Las señales de preparación ayudan a padres y educadores a reconocer el momento adecuado en lugar de forzarlo.Las rutinas diurnas y nocturnas reconocen una verdad que todo docente experimentado conoce: no siempre es el mismo recorrido.Los consejos de motivación pueden fortalecer la confianza, pero los mejores son amables y se basan en la relación, no en el soborno disfrazado de pegatinas.