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Book SynopsisDesigned to complement the highly popular Drugs in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, this companion title provides high quality pharmacology practice questions for exam revision. Focusing specifically on pharmacological principles and agents, it is tailored for postgraduate exams in anaesthesia and intensive care including the FRCA, FFICM, the EDAIC, and the EDIC.Over 230 True/False MCQs and Single Best Answers help readers to test and consolidate knowledge learnt from Drugs in. Questions are arranged into 17 subject-themed chapters such as ''Intravenous anaesthetic agents'' to focus revision. Structured questions and answers are accompanied by detailed explanations, cross-references to Drugs in where relevant, and further reading. Written by consultants and experienced trainees, SBAs and MCQs for Drugs in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care offers a true test of the reader''s pharmacology knowledge, and is an essential purchase for anyone preparing for their anaesthetic and intensive care exTable of Contents1: Claire Blandford: Inhaled anaesthetic agents 2: David Levy: Intravenous anaesthetic agents 3: Claire Blandford: Local anaesthetic agents 4: Graham C. McCracken: Drugs affecting neuromuscular function 5: Sarah Shaw: Analgesics: opioids 6: David Hutchins and Claire Blandford: Analgesics: non-opioids 7: Edward Scarth: Antimicrobial agents 8: Sarah Shaw: Intravenous fluids and blood products 9: Graham C. McCracken: Pharmacological principles 10: David Levy and Claire Blandford: Drugs affecting the Central Nervous System 11: Helen Marshall: Drugs affecting the Cardiovascular System 12: Helen Marshall: Drugs affecting the Respiratory System 13: Graham C. McCracken: Drugs affecting the Gastrointestinal System 14: Helen Marshall: Drugs affecting the Renal Tract 15: David Levy: Drugs affecting the Endocrine System 16: Edward Scarth: Drugs affecting the Haematological and Immunological Systems 17: Edward Scarth: Drugs in Overdose

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Book SynopsisDr. Leada Malek, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and board-certified sports clinical specialist. She is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and has taught DPT students as an Adjunct Faculty Instructor. She believes that mental and physical health are equally important, and this drives her passion for promoting exercise as a lifestyle for health and longevity. Dr. Malek's expertise has been featured in major publications such as Oxygen, Women's Health, Shape, and U.S. News. She has a strong social media presence where she shares her knowledge with thousands.With extensive experience working with athletes at all levels, including professionals in sports and dance, Dr. Malek understands the complexities of the human body and power of movement as medicine. She has the ability to break down complex topics into digestible information and empower individuals through their movement journeys. When she's not tre

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Evidence-Based Assessment 2. Cultural Assessment 3. The Interview 4. The Complete Health History 5. Mental Status Assessment 6. Substance Use Assessment 7. Domestic and Family Violence Assessment 8. Assessment Techniques and Safety in the Clinical Setting 9. General Survey and Measurement 10. Vital Signs 11. Pain Assessment 12. Nutrition Assessment 13. Skin, Hair, and Nails 14. Head, Face, Neck, and Regional Lymphatics 15. Eyes 16. Ears 17. Nose, Mouth, and Throat 18. Breasts, Axillae, and Regional Lymphatics 19. Thorax and Lungs 20. Heart and Neck Vessels 21. Peripheral Vascular System and Lymphatic System 22. Abdomen 23. Musculoskeletal System 24. Neurologic System 25. Male Genitourinary System 26. Anus, Rectum, and Prostate 27. Female Genitourinary System 28. The Complete Health Assessment: Adult 29. The Complete Physical Assessment: Infant, Young Child, and Adolescent 30. Bedside Assessment and Electronic Documentation 31. The Pregnant Woman 32. Functional Assessment of the Older Adult Index

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Book SynopsisThe deluxe edition of this Publishers Weekly bestseller includes three all-new chapters. Join Emily and Laura as they reveal how the gospel applies to your everyday life, bringing hope, freedom, and joy in every area of motherhood. Trade Review“Parenting is often the crucible in which we learn what we can and cannot control. Laura and Emily remind us that while we cannot control people or circumstances, we can control our perspective. They offer us a framework for motherhood that transcends time and culture but that also faithfully addresses us in the here and now. I'm thankful for this hope-filled book.”—Jen Wilkin, director of classes and curriculum, The Village Church, and author of Women of the Word, None like Him, and In His Image“Reading Risen Motherhood is like enjoying a long conversation with two girlfriends who will make you laugh out loud, comfort your tears, and faithfully speak life-giving words of truth to your soul. With wisdom and insight, Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler help moms connect the story line of Scripture to the daily realities of motherhood. This book is one every mom should read—I can’t wait to share it with others!”—Melissa Kruger, director of women’s content for The Gospel Coalition and the author of Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood“Emily and Laura are the best friends I wish I'd had during the difficult days of early motherhood, when my patience wore thin, my boredom loomed large, and my sense of worth and purpose became muddled. The wisdom they have to offer in the pages of this book is seasoned and scriptural.”—Nancy Guthrie, author, Bible teacher, and ongoing pursuer of risen motherhood“Risen Motherhood points us to the Source and Sustainer of resurrection vitality and life that weary mamas so desperately need. Its pages are Word-saturated, helping us to think biblically about how the gospel applies to the majestic and the mundane moments of motherhood."—Karen Hodge, board chair of Risen Motherhood, coordinator of women’s ministries for the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), and coauthor of Transformed and Life-Giving Leadership“Emily and Laura want you to know the gospel so intimately that it sinks deep into your mind and heart and transforms every tiny corner of your life. These two moms are wonderful traveling companions—they know the heat of the moment, the temptations that come with deep trials, and the unexpected pain of Legos underfoot. Let their life-giving words point you to Christ and remind you that the light of the Son has dawned and that you walk in the warmth of a risen motherhood.”—Abigail Dodds, author of (A)Typical Woman, blogger and regular contributor at Desiring God“This wonderful book offers deep sympathy and understanding to those who face the stress and challenges of motherhood. It also provides moms with a clear vision of their profound purpose and the hope they need to live vibrantly and meaningfully within this divine role. I highly recommend this book.”—Sally Clarkson, bestselling author and host of the At Home with Sally podcast“Admittedly, I am not exactly the core audience for Risen Motherhood—the ministry or the book. That said, I always keep my ear to the ground for ministries I can grow to trust and then recommend to others. I’m delighted to say that for as long as I’ve followed Emily’s and Laura’s work I have benefitted from it. Even better, I have seen many Christian moms I know and love read their website, listen to their podcast, and grow through it. I’m thankful they’ve now added this book to the many channels through which they serve God by serving his people.”—Tim Challies, bestselling author and popular blogger and book reviewer“Risen Motherhood delivers practical and present wisdom, anchored to timeless biblical truth. In Risen Motherhood, moms find empathy, encouragement, and the reminder that true hope for moms is through the transforming work of the gospel, alone.”—Ruth Chou Simons, bestselling author of GraceLaced and Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship

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Book SynopsisHillson provides a biological context for human teeth, a guide to key skills, and an introduction to current issues. Designed to be the core textbook for courses on bioarchaeology, forensic anthropology, and palaeoanthropology, this is the definitive manual for tooth identification, variation, histology, wear, and disease.Trade Review'The field of dental anthropology has evolved rapidly since the first edition of this self-titled book, and this new edition expertly presents updated findings and technological advances across the field. Notably, it was and remains the go-to resource for the macro- and microscopic study of dental development, structure and function, including entire chapters devoted to the principal oral tissues.' Joel D. Irish, Liverpool John Moores University'I taught dental anthropology at both the graduate and undergraduate levels for 40 years and had to use three textbooks plus supplemental readings to cover the topics I wished to include: morphology, histology, growth, pathology, among others for bioarchaeological and forensic applications. Now with Hillson's Dental Anthropology I would only have to use one. Hillson challenges the teacher, student, and researcher to think in new directions and consider alternative interpretations of dental data. This book has updated illustrations; an extensive up-to-date bibliography; and further reading sections at the end of each chapter making it an ideal textbook for dental anthropology or for use by students beginning their research careers. I cannot think of a single topic dealing with teeth from an anthropological, archaeological, or forensic perspective that is not covered in Hillson's book. I wish I had all this organized information when I started my dental research as a graduate student or, even now, when students begin their own research careers.' Jerry Rose, Professor Emeritus, University of Arkansas'A well-timed fantastic revised and fully updated edition of a classic book, now including newer analytical techniques. This is an extremely useful text which will be a required staple on every bioarchaeologist's shelf. The sections on 3D morphological analysis and use of newer methods developed or made more accessible to anthropologists since the first edition are especially valuable.' Sonia Zakrzewski, University of Southampton'The new second edition of Simon Hillson's Dental Anthropology is a significant revision to the 1996 first edition and is a well-written, well-illustrated, comprehensive, treatment of the subject. Meticulously updated throughout, it reflects the many important recent advancements in the field and is at once primer, guide, textbook, and reference. Hillson's Dental Anthropology delivers in every aspect and will be an important addition to the library of anyone interested in the scientific study of teeth.' Greg Nelson, University of Oregon'The second edition is certain to become the definitive text on dental anthropology written by the leading expert in the field. Professor Hillson shares his knowledge in an accessible and absorbing manner, a style for which he is well known. The book is comprehensible to those just starting to study teeth; yet, even the most erudite dental anthropologist will come away with new knowledge from this text and will certainly turn to it regularly for reference.' Marin Pilloud, University of Nevada, Reno'This book is a journey into the fascinating and extravagant world of teeth. It is an essential starting point for the study teeth, but also a bridge to more detailed approaches. It covers a broad range of dental topics such as anatomy, morphology, histology, wear and diseases. It is an indispensable reference work for any dental researcher.' Ana Maria Silva, University of CoimbraTable of ContentsContents; List of abbreviations; Preface; 1. Dental anatomy; 2. Variation in size and shape of teeth; 3. Occlusion; 4. Sequence and timing of dental growth; 5. Dental enamel; 6. Dentine; 7. Dental cement; 8. Histological methods of age determination in adults; 9. Chemistry of dental tissues and calculus; 10. Tooth wear and modification; 11. Dental disease; Appendix A. Field and laboratory methods; Appendix B. Microscopy; Appendix C. Age estimation tables and charts for dental development; References; Index.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface to the Seventh Edition vii Part I Disorders of the Heart Rhythm: Basic Principles 1 1 The Cardiac Electrical System 3 2 Abnormal Heart Rhythms 13 3 Treatment of Arrhythmias 23 Part II The Electrophysiology Study in the Evaluation and Therapy of Cardiac Arrhythmias 35 4 Principles of the Electrophysiology Study 37 5 The Electrophysiology Study in the Evaluation of Bradycardia: The SA Node, AV Node, and His–Purkinje System 62 6 The Electrophysiology Study in the Evaluation of Supraventricular Tachyarrhythmias 102 7 The Electrophysiology Study in the Evaluation and Treatment of Ventricular Arrhythmias 160 8 Transcatheter Ablation: Therapeutic Electrophysiology 211 9 Ablation of Supraventricular Tachycardias 221 10 Ablation of PVCs and Ventricular Tachycardia 243 11 Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation 268 12 Ablation of Atrial Flutter 289 13 Conduction System Pacing 310 14 Cardiac Resynchronization: Pacing Therapy for Heart Failure 318 15 The Evaluation of Syncope 330 16 Electrophysiologic Testing in Perspective: The Evaluation and Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias 344 Index 353

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Book SynopsisHow can you help raise your sons to handle difficult emotions and process complex ideas of masculinity? Drawing from 25 years of counseling, David Thomas explains what's behind their anger issues, anxiety, and depression, and shares how to foster emotional intelligence within your sons by teaching them healthy, constructive ways to express their emotions.

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Book SynopsisAbout our authors Frederic (Ric) H. Martini, Ph.D. Dr. Martini received his Ph.D. from Cornell University in comparative and functional anatomy for work on the pathophysiology of stress. In addition to professional publications that include journal articles and contributed chapters, technical reports, and magazine articles, he is the lead author of 10 undergraduate texts on anatomy and physiology. He has also published books on tropical islands, on WWII history, and in science fiction. Dr. Martini has a long-standing bond with the Shoals Marine Laboratory, a joint venture between Cornell University and the University of New Hampshire, where he received his undergraduate degree. He has been active in the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) for over 30 years and was a member of the committee that established the course curriculum guidelines for A&P. He is a President Emeritus of HAPS after serving as President-Elect, President, and Past-PresideTable of ContentsUNIT 1: LEVELS OF ORGANIZATION 1: An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology The Chemical Level of Organization The Cellular Level of Organization The Tissue Level of Organization UNIT 2: SUPPORT AND MOVEMENT The Integumentary System Bones and Bone Structure The Axial Skeleton The Appendicular Skeleton Joints Muscle Tissue The Muscular System UNIT 3: CONTROL AND REGULATION Nervous Tissue The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves and Spinal Reflexes The Brain and Cranial Nerves Sensory Pathways and the Somatic Nervous System The Autonomic Nervous System and Higher Order Functions The Special Senses The Endocrine System UNIT 4: FLUIDS AND TRANSPORT Blood The Heart Blood Vessels and Circulation The Lymphatic System and Immunity UNIT 5: ENVIRONMENTAL EXCHANGE The Respiratory System The Digestive System Metabolism, Nutrition and Energetics The Urinary System Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance UNIT 6: CONTINUITY OF LIFE The Reproductive System Development and Inheritance APPENDICES A. Normal Physiological Values B. Gas Pressure Measurements C. Turnover Times for Selected Cells D. Codon Chart E. The Periodic Table

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Book SynopsisTim and Kathy Keller''s bestseller THE MEANING OF MARRIAGE looked at the human need for love and its expression in marriage. This new devotional, drawing on that book but consisting of all-new material, is a day-by-day devotional to help couples find God''s wisdom as they navigate the complexities of married life. Each day includes a quotation from Scripture, a comment from the Kellers, and a prayer to help you ground your married life in God. Covering friendship and commitment, the completion of men and women in each other, and ministry and discipleship within the context of marriage, alongside many other themes, this is a profound resource to help you connect God''s wisdom with your marriage.

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Book Synopsis'ESSENTIAL' —The New York Times Have you ever wished you could just stop eating the cake, even as you put another forkful in your mouth? Have you ever wondered why exactly you are still eating chips when you are definitely full? This book has the answers. The Hungry Brain isn’t about denying yourself the food you love, or never eating pudding again, but the bottom line is that we often eat too much and don’t really know why; Guyenet will help the reader to understand exactly why – and more importantly, what to do about it.‘Many people have influenced my thinking on human nutrition and metabolism, but Stephan is the one person who has completely altered my understanding of why we get fat.’Robb Wolf, author of the New York Times bestseller The Paleo Solution'For those interested in the complex science of overeating, it is essential'The New York Times

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Book SynopsisDiagnosed with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) at aged 12 and writing this memoir at age 37, Julia Daunt depicts the ins and out of PDA and its symptoms, while maintaining a positive outlook on what is possible to achieve. Co-written with professional specialist Ruth Fidler, it covers how PDA impacts Julia's life, including meltdowns, sensory issues and communication in relationships.Including examples of school reports and handwritten letters, a chapter written from Julia's partner's perspective and even an example of Julia's favourite recipe, this warm and personal look at living and thriving with PDA is informative and inspiring.Trade ReviewThis is a unique personal insight into PDA, following Julia and her family from early childhood to present day adulthood and relationship with her partner Paul. Julia is honest about the challenges throughout, with the benefits of a positive approach and acceptance shining through. PDA individuals, family members and professionals will all benefit from reading this book. -- The PDA Society trusteesBeing Julia is a hugely insightful and eye-opening account of living with PDA. Honest, from the heart and with humour, this book is very informative and will give hope to parents who are wondering what happens when their children become adults. Being Julia is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand more about PDA. -- Steph Curtis, parent of a PDA girl and blog writer at www.stephstwogirls.co.ukThis biography has been put together so it describes PDA like a text book whilst simultaneously telling Julia's individual story, making clear that it's her personal experience, and other PDA experiences will be different. Being a fellow adult PDAer, I had been excited to read Julia's biography, and quickly discovered astounding similarities between us, as well as differences, revealed in her honest account. I think this is what makes Being Julia so important: it shines a clear light, from the inside outwards, onto what PDA is. -- Sally Cat, adult PDAer author and illustratorTable of ContentsIntroduction; 1. What is PDA?; 2. Childhood - the younger years; 3.Childhood: Growing up; 4. Making sense of my PDA; 5. My avoidance; 6. Sensory differences; 7. Language and communication; 8. Friendships and relationships; 9. Meltdowns; 10. Events and Appointments; 11. Julia through Paul's lens; 12. Now and next; References

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Book Synopsis‘And then came the session where I felt I would give up. I felt frustrated as I’d worked so hard on trying to speak but the most important words; the worst ones, had simply not come out. I implied I would not necessarily come back the following week and as I got up to leave the room, Pat said, ‘Try detaching from it entirely. Try writing it as a fairy story. Start with the words, once upon a time there was a little girl’. That evening, I tried. I sat on my bed and typed on the note’s app of my phone Once Upon A Time … and finally, four decades after the abuse began, the words started to flow.’ This book documents the therapeutic journey undertaken by Sophie and her therapist, Pat. It includes all chapters of the fairy tale and the drawings Sophie created to help her make sense of her experiences and to reconnect with herself. It also contains the many in-between session conversations Pat and Sophie had by email, WhatsApp, and texts, with important insights into how to work safely with trauma. Essential reading for all therapists, counsellors, health professionals, educators, and social workers, interested in understanding or working with survivors of child sexual abuse, and for those who are survivors of sexual abuse, The Flying Child – A Cautionary Fairy Tale for Adults- Finding a purposeful life after Child Sexual Abuse through compassionate and creative therapy – is a must- have for your bookshelf. Today, Sophie is a survivor activist, writer, founder and managing director of The Flying Child: a non-profit, National Lottery Community Funded organisation improving the awareness of child sexual abuse and the consequences of trauma. The core aim of The Flying Child is to normalise speaking about CSA. The Flying Child Project brings lived experience into the heart of professional settings, providing training in Education, Social Work and Healthcare. Pat Walsh is an experiential and intuitive counsellor with over forty years’ experience of working in trauma. Her background in nursing and occupational therapy taught her that to heal properly, wounds must be deeply cleansed, and purpose and meaning must be established to build any long -lasting recovery. She brings these learnings into her therapeutic work with survivors of sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse.

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Book SynopsisHealthcare professionals throughout the world heed a calling that compels them to devote their lives to the treatment of their patients. While this work is generally rewarding, these professionals frequently fall victim to stressors and happiness barriers that impact their ability to function at work, the longevity of their career and the quality of their relationships outside of the hospital. Burnout, diminished career fulfilment, substance abuse, and suicide data for healthcare professionals demonstrate that the risks to this population are incredibly real. Unfortunately, there is nothing to suggest that any of these stressors are improving as pandemics, access disparities, changes in healthcare system structure, and patient complexity further escalate work-related challenges. Thankfully, there are sources of help readily available to each of us. All healthcare professionals have encountered a colleague, mentor or expert who has already navigated or has a perspective on how to thrive in the setting of hardship. This book will organize the voices of these leaders in a way that provides readers with a source for advice and inspiration. Sections of chapters are dedicated to work-life balance, family, finances, faith, resiliency, and recovery. For those healthcare workers actively caring for patients and struggling with their career, this book will serve as a source of solace and inspiration that should help to reinvigorate and extend a successful career. Table of ContentsPart I Balance 1.- Become More Interesting.- Running Club.- The Teller of Cautionary Tales.- Therapy Dog Life: Meet Reese Griffin.- The Mirage of Arrival.- The Correct Spelling of Wellness.- There and Back Again.- Being an Environmental Steward in the Workplace.- Part II Family.- The Ties That Bind.- Doctor Mom.- Reflections.- Your Family, Your Religion, and the Green Bay Packers.- Part III Finances.- For Entertainment Purposes Only.- Eureka!.- Enough.- Financial Freedom Blueprint.- Utilizing My Medical Degree in Biopharma.- Part IV Spirituality.- Spirituality in Healthcare.- The Constancy of Faith.- Becoming Less Fantastic.- The Road to Aequanimitas.- Look for the Gift.- Part V Resiliency.- Building Resiliency Reserves.- From Pessimism to Hope: Choreographing the Graceful Career Pivot.- Imposter Syndrome and Perfectionism: A Prescription for Exhaustion.- One Thing.- The Power of Coaching.- My Hope.- Don’t Clock Out.- Bouncing Back: A Lifetime of Resiliency.- Mentorship.- Maintaining Wellness in Exceptional Circumstances.- Part VI Bouncing Back.- Why Do We Fall?.- Road to Recovery.- Sometimes Caregivers Need Professional Help Too.- Just Two Dentists and a Hatred for Dentistry: A Modern American Success Story?.- Taking the Wheel.- When Life Hands You Lemons.- Healing from Burnout Through Reinvention: A Change Will Do You Good.- From Stillbirth to Mindfulness and Community.- How to Fine Tune Mental Health: The Power of Social Prescription.- A Different Kind of Hero.- Prescriptions for Wellness.-

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Book SynopsisThe classic guide to the cultural and spiritual treasures of Judaism is now updated for the first time in 15 years to reflect changes in the modern Jewish community.Living a Jewish Life describes Judaism as not just a contemplative or abstract system of thought but as a blueprint for living fully and honorably.Trade Review"An excellent first reader for the young family taking its first steps into living their Jewishness." — Rabbi Harold Kushner

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Book SynopsisAn honest look at grief and fears, faith and hope. Combining personal narrative, sound theology, and beautiful writing, this is a book for anyone who has loved and lost.On November 3, 2020, Tim and Aileen Challies received the shocking news that their son Nick had died. A twenty-year-old student at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, he had been participating in a school activity with his fiancée, sister, and friends, when he fell unconscious and collapsed to the ground.Neither students nor a passing doctor nor paramedics were able to revive him. His parents received the news at their home in Toronto and immediately departed for Louisville to be together as a family. While on the plane, Tim, an author and blogger, began to process his loss through writing.In Seasons of Sorrow, Tim shares real-time reflections from the first year of grief—through the seasons from fall to summer—introducinTrade Review'Seasons of Sorrow cut straight to my soul. I read it within a few weeks of the unexpected deaths of two close friends and while my wife struggles bravely with stage 4 cancer. Tim's heartfelt pain and Christ-centered perspective spoke to both my heart and my head.' * Randy Alcorn, author of Heaven and If God Is Good *'Seasons of Sorrow is a beautiful book. Reading it is like holding a precious gift, like standing on holy ground.' * Paul David Tripp, pastor, speaker, author of New Morning Mercies and Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense *'Believers need this book, and only Tim Challies could have written it. I am so thankful that Nick was a student at Boyce College, and his influence as a young Christian was remarkable.' * Albert and Mary Mohler *'If ever there was a book Tim Challies needed to write, it's this one. And it's a book I needed to read. Within these pages, you will do more than enter Tim's story of enormous loss; you will come out on the other side having gained a softer heart and a renewed courage to persevere through your own dark seasons of affliction.' * Joni Eareckson Tada, founder of the Joni and Friends International Disability Center *'If you have lost a loved one to death, as everyone has, or if you have buried a child, as many have, Tim Challies is your friend. Your brother. Your lifeline.' * Robert and Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, bestselling authors *'In the pages of this book, grieving people will find companionship, insight, and genuine encouragement for the journey.' * Nancy Guthrie, author of Hearing Jesus Speak into Your Sorrow and cohost of Respite Retreats for grieving parents *'This book is brilliant, not because of Tim Challies's eloquence, but because of his tears! The buoyancy of faith that shines from every page often left me teary-eyed, thanking God for his grace to his people during their darkest times. What priceless grace!' * Conrad Mbewe, pastor of Kabwata Baptist Church and founding chancellor of the African Christian University *'Tim Challies has taken us into his confidence by writing with such self-searching honesty. It is a painful pleasure to be invited into these sacred moments of grief and to be helped by the reminder that God is too kind ever to be cruel and too wise ever to make a mistake.' * Alistair Begg, senior pastor, Parkside Church, and host of the Truth for Life radio program *

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Book SynopsisToday''s follower of Jesus exists at a moment in history when our desires, longings, and wants are being weaponized against us by cultural, spiritual, and relational forces. Follow your heart and You do you has become our moment''s mantras. The result, for too many, is feeling torn asunder by the raging desires within. What do we do with our desire? What about our unwanted desires? And how do we cultivate desires which bring life and freedom and lead to Christ? The Gift of Thorns, by A. J. Swoboda, addresses these questions and more.The path forward is anything but easy. It is assumed by too many in the Christian community that desire is in and of itself bad or dangerous and must be crucified for simply existing. Desire is demonic for some. But, for many others--particularly in the secular West--desire must be followed through and through. This side deifies desire. But these two options sidestep the joy in the great challenge of finding God in our desire. There exist

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Book SynopsisIn the face of personal and global suffering, is it possible to live with hope rather than despair? Join psychiatrist, speaker, and award-winning author Curt Thompson as he shows us how God transforms our grief into a lasting peace that surpasses all understanding.Suffering is a defining reality of life. Yet so many of us are so focused on avoiding discomfort that we''ve never learned how to actually suffer. But what if we could move from anxiety to durable hope?In The Deepest Place, Thompson invites us to explore how the Apostle Paul''s experience of love, secure attachment, and the deeply felt sense of God''s abiding presence carried him through the challenges he faced--and how it can help us not just survive, but flourish in the presence of suffering.Combining scripture with his own professional insight, Thompson helps us discover that: Suffering can increase our sense of security rather than our fears Hope is someTrade ReviewAll of us suffer, in many ways: in relationships, in families, in work, and in health. And, because suffering is painful, we look for ways to end it, or reduce it. Yet God provides another, deeper, and ultimately better way to deal with suffering. Through Curt Thompson's extensive expertise as a psychiatrist, his knowledge of the Scriptures, and his own vulnerable and warm style, he guides us into a path that helps us engage with suffering, deal with it, embrace that which must be embraced, and transform us to a life of faith, love, and hope. Highly recommended. John Townsend, PhD, author of the New York Times bestselling Boundaries series; founder, Townsend Institute and Townsend Leadership ProgramAmong the books written on the subject of suffering, The Deepest Place is in an elite class by itself. Thompson's exegesis of Scripture, clinical wisdom, and scientific understanding of interpersonal neurobiology gives readers the widest possible lens to see that suffering is not something to merely endure. Instead, we learn the essential ingredients for deeply embedded hope to form in the places where it is least likely to be experienced. We learn how to be hospitable to the pain and suffering. We learn that, although there are no guarantees of escaping suffering, we have been given an ancient path to suffer differently, a tried-and-true path upon which we discover in our bones that love has us. Michael John Cusick, author of Surfing for God, CEO at Restoring the SoulBoth gentle and compelling, this book invites us to redefine our relationship with suffering, offering us the possibility of building lives of courage marked by resilience. Rather than enduring dizzying lives where we grasp for momentary relief through coping strategies, we now have a way to transform suffering into durable hope. Jessica Honegger, founder of Noonday Collection, author of Imperfect CourageCurt continues to be one of our most winsome and wise teachers and one of our most beloved friends. This stunning new guidebook offers a shimmering light at the end of all our darkest tunnels, gently drawing us through the pain toward something gloriously hopeful together. Katherine and Jay Wolf, authors of Hope Heals, Suffer Strong, and Treasures in the DarkCurt does it again with The Deepest Place. It's brilliant! He guides us along to discover how our lives, our pain, and our joy were meant to intersect the greatest story ever told. Curt pulls us in close and unveils God's deep love and desire for us to more fully experience a life we hardly ever give ourselves permission to pursue. The stories he tells and advice he gives are like a caring, patient friend, helping us self-discover the enormous ways our suffering becomes our greatest strength. Gabe Lyons, president, THINQ MediaCurt has an incredible gift for weaving together the wisdom and truth of God's Word with the wisdom and truth of science in a profoundly unique way. Reading his words gives you the sense that you're sitting with a friend who cares deeply, has an incredibly deep well of experience to draw from, is willing to be honest and vulnerable about his own journey, and all the while just happens to be a brilliant doctor of the mind, body, and soul. I'm a true fan of Curt's heart and his work, and I have no doubt that this book will be a great source of hope and help in the deepest places for everyone who reads it. Steven Curtis Chapman, GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriterCurt Thompson has done it again! No other voice today more skillfully weaves together expertise in psychology, neurobiology, and biblical theology and threads it all together with pastoral sensitivity and graceful writing. Curt brings all of this to bear on the most perplexing aspect of human existence: suffering. The book does not explain away pain with platitudes but tenderly examines human suffering in the raw, especially via stories from Curt's own medical practice. Most importantly, the book takes readers to that deepest place indeed: the path marked out by Jesus and the apostle Paul, where we are invited to go through suffering with the hope of God's redemption. It is a path we all must travel--and we are blessed to have Curt as a guide. Curtis Chang, author of The Anxiety Opportunity, host of the Good Faith podcast, consulting professor, Duke Divinity School, and senior fellow, Fuller Theological SeminaryCurt Thompson has the prophetic audacity to suggest that the agonies you have suffered in life can be redeemed . . . but the redemption of your pain will require interpersonal relationships. Trauma and pain begin to heal when our stories are witnessed by an empathetic other. In The Deepest Place, Thompson invites you to reimagine how your suffering can be redeemed by engaging your story with others. Adam Young, therapist and host of The Place We Find Ourselves podcastI spent a season of my life living in Southern California and lived through several fires within those years. For months following each fire, we were surrounded by black, scorched earth. But then the rain would come, and the most tender green would emerge. The destructive fire was the very thing that made the soil rich for new growth--a picture of God's redemption in the wake of what we thought was ruined. Weaving his wealth of knowledge and experience as a psychiatrist with his careful study of Scripture, Curt shows us that like a fire, our pain can be the very thing that keeps us tethered to the hope of Christ, where our hearts are transformed and new growth can emerge. I read everything Curt writes with anticipation. God has used his work (including this book) in my personal transformation journey. I'm so excited for you to have The Deepest Place too . . . it's a gift for us all. Nicole Zasowski, marriage and family therapist, author of What If It's Wonderful?In The Deepest Place, Curt Thompson once again guides us into goodness with the hallmark gentleness and acumen we've come to trust in his books. Curt so beautifully translates incredibly complex insights about the human body, soul, and relationships into words that welcome us into wholeness. The Deepest Place will pierce your imagination with the possibility that your groans and grief really might be the place you encounter your greatest glory. K. J. Ramsey, trauma therapist, author of The Book of Common Courage and The Lord Is My CourageIn The Deepest Place, Dr. Curt Thompson brilliantly brings to light the intersecting paths of hope, suffering, and human connection. Intricately woven with strands of faith, interpersonal neurobiology, and the transformative power of relationships, this book compels us to journey toward the full realization of our God-given humanity. It's a call to traverse life's arduous terrain with fortitude, strengthened by the profound and nurturing embrace of others, each steeped in the all-encompassing presence of grace. Curt's work is a gift to so many who are yearning to find a deeper understanding of how our Trinitarian faith informs our embodied humanity. Dr. Alison Cook, therapist, author of The Best of You and Boundaries for Your SoulIn this powerful book, grounded in sacred Scripture, neuroscience, and clinical experience, Curt Thompson teaches us to become hopeful amid human suffering through forming ever-deepening, secure attachment with the hurting parts of our own selves, with one other, and with Jesus. What could be more important? Kimberly Miller, MTh, LMFT, author, Boundaries for Your Soul: How to Turn Your Overwhelming Thoughts and Feelings into Your Greatest AlliesOur world is suffering in a way I've never experienced as a therapist with kids and families for thirty years. It is debilitating. It is isolating. And it certainly feels hopeless at times. We need strong, thoughtful voices reminding us of the promise of redemption. Of the purpose in sharing our stories. And of the hope that we can experience today through the gospel of Christ. Curt Thompson is one of those voices who points us with biblical wisdom, science-backed evidence, and plentiful grace to that hope. Sissy Goff, director of Child and Adolescent Counseling, Daystar Counseling, author of the bestselling Raising Worry-Free GirlsThere's a reality that none of us willingly want to face--that our lives will inevitably include suffering. And while the hardest part is to hold that truth, in The Deepest Place Curt offers us stories and strategies to navigate it all with grace, grit, and the acceptance of grief. On the other side of these words is lasting hope. I pray you read them. You deserve it. Toni Collier, hope coach, speaker, podcast host, and author of Brave Enough to Be BrokenWith his formidable intellect and compassionate heart, Curt Thompson draws from Scripture, neurobiology, and inspiring stories to help people advance on the path from suffering to hope and redemption. This is a spiritual formation tour de force for anyone ready to look life's inescapable pain in the eye and make something better of it. A must-read. Ian Morgan Cron, bestselling author of The Story of You

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Book SynopsisThe Marriage Gift will inspire and equip you to pray boldly and specifically every day of the year to grow in confidence and intimacy with both your spouse and the Lord.Prayer is one of the greatest assets to your marriage. Whether you already feel comfortable praying together or need help kickstarting your prayer life, The Marriage Gift is your go-to guide for bold, powerful prayers for your marriage.Filled with practical, real-world topics such as health and healing, finances, trust, technology issues, anxiety, temptation, self-control, life transitions, supporting each other''s goals, and more, this book will open your eyes and your heart to new ways of loving your partner. As you pray together, you will: Learn to trust God more as you see him move in mighty ways in every area of your life and marriage Experience growth and change in the areas of your marriage that need work Create a lifeTrade ReviewThe Marriage Gift felt like a guide to meaningful time with God and my husband. Often we end up praying for even longer as the Holy Spirit highlights more we can come together on. I believe couples who set out to make prayer together a first response will see radical shifts in all areas of their lives! Chelsea Hurst, coauthor of Marriage MindedAaron and Jennifer Smith have written a powerful and simple guide for a daily prayer practice. If you're not sure where to start or are wondering, Where is God? The Marriage Gift will help you rediscover the power of prayer and strengthen your marriage through the peaceful presence of God. Jeremy and Audrey Roloff, New York Times bestselling authors of A Love Letter LifeBooks about marriage are like books about prayer: the best ones are super practical and come with the power to make a difference. In The Marriage Gift, Aaron and Jennifer Smith tap the timeless wisdom of Scripture to reveal how we can confidently talk to God about our most important relationship--every single day! Grab a copy of this one for yourself and another for a friend; there is no better gift than prayer! Jodie Berndt, bestselling author of Praying the Scriptures for Your MarriageThe Smiths are a testimony to the power of our loving God to work through the prayers of his people. Our marriage is better because we know Aaron and Jen, and your marriage is bound to grow as they guide you into the depths of God's goodness and truth through praying intentionally for your marriage. Ryan and Selena Frederick, founders of Fierce Marriage and Fierce FamiliesThis beautiful book is invitational and easy to approach yet filled with deep truths. Each day offers Scripture-based opportunities to engage in meaningful prayer for your marriage that will sincerely bless and refresh your connection. Francie Winslow, host of the Heaven in Your Home podcastWe are so thankful for Aaron and Jennifer's powerful ministry to marriages. They have equipped and encouraged countless couples (including us)! The Marriage Gift is a beautiful culmination of their years of marriage ministry and practical wisdom. Everyone could benefit from this book! Dave and Ashley Willis, authors; hosts of The Naked Marriage podcast

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Book SynopsisThe Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the Old Testament series is the go-to resource for pastors and Bible teachers looking for deep but accessible study that equips them to connect the needs of Christians today with the biblical text.Trade Review'A broadly inclusive, evangelical commentary on Daniel that at the same time engages respectfully and thoroughly the critical issues without partisanship, argument, or accusation. This is one of a kind!' * RONALD W. PIERCE, professor of Old Testament, Talbot School of Theology *'A masterful introduction followed by close analysis at the microlevel, clear discourse analysis at the microlevel, and stimulating biblical theological treatment at the intertextual level. And Widder's ability to link all of this to the big idea at each point makes for stimulating reading--I literally read it straight through. Henceforth, it's my go-to commentary on Daniel.' * DALE BRUEGGEMANN, retired missionary and educator *'A new day for Daniel studies. If persons were trapped until they preached through Daniel--which describes the way many approach such a series--and only one commentary was allowed, it's an easy choice. Wendy Widder's commentary combines her expertise in Hebrew and Aramaic and builds on her series of important studies on Daniel over the past decade. She never minimizes interpretive difficulties. But Wendy leads us past the long-line of interpretive cul-de-sacs created by earlier commentators on Daniel. Anyone who wants to understand and teach Daniel and trust the Most High God needs to start here.' * GARY EDWARD SCHNITTJER, distinguished professor of Old Testament, Cairn University *'I have come to appreciate the clarity and precision of Dr. Widder's writing over the years, so it is with great pleasure that I commend her latest work on Daniel. Readers of this volume will find a solid command of the challenging issues surrounding Daniel blended with up-to-date insights from discourse analysis and linguistic approaches to the Hebrew and Aramaic text.' * STEVEN RUNGE, scholar in residence, Clear Bible *'Widder provides a close reading of the text of Daniel, highlighting the essential features of the book's clauses in its original languages. By auditing how the book creates its discourse, she builds a solid platform for moving from grammar and syntax towards meaning and theological interpretation. Students will appreciate the attention to detail, as well as the wider connections Widder makes between different parts of the book of Daniel. Widder does not shy away from the difficult critical issues, of which there are many. She presents multiple perspectives, which she evaluates with generosity, while also being up front with the conservative Christian framework within which she is working. Christian exegetes and preachers will find both food for thought and good guidance for their analysis and preaching endeavors.' * GEORGE ATHAS, director of research, Moore Theological College *'Widder provides well-reasoned evangelical positions on critical matters and her comments are thorough, clear, and accessible. Her translations are carefully crafted to convey the nuances of the Hebrew and Aramaic, and it is clear she has a deep familiarity with the book. Her facility in discourse-linguistic analysis is evident throughout, making it a wonderful contribution to the series.' * JOHN COOK, professor of Old Testament and Semitic languages and director of Hebrew language Instruction, Asbury Theological Seminary *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The clinical descriptions accompanying each photo are excellent.They educate novices on how to appropriately use dermatology language to describe what they observe and intersperse clinical tidbits in descriptive captions." -Patricia Wong, MD (Private Practice) Doody's ReviewTable of ContentsSection 1 TOPICAL THERAPY 1 Basic principles of treatment 2 Topical corticosteroids Section 2 ECZEMA 3 Acute eczematous inflammation 4 Rhus dermatitis (poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac) 5 Subacute eczematous inflammation 6 Chronic eczematous inflammation 7 Lichen simplex chronicus 8 Hand eczema 9 Asteatotic eczema 10 Chapped, fissured feet 11 Allergic contact dermatitis 12 Irritant contact dermatitis 13 Fingertip eczema 14 Keratolysis exfoliativa 15 Nummular eczema 16 Pompholyx 17 Prurigo nodularis 18 Stasis dermatitis 19 Venous leg ulcers 20 Atopic dermatitis 21 Autosomal dominant ichthyosis vulgaris 22 Keratosis pilaris 23 Pityriasis alba Section 3 URTICARIA 24 Acute urticaria 25 Chronic urticaria 26 Physical urticaria 27 Angioedema 28 Mastocytosis (urticaria pigmentosa) 29 Pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy Section 4 ACNE, ROSACEA, AND RELATED DISORDERS 30 Comedonal acne 31 Pustular acne 32 Cystic acne 33 Perioral dermatitis 34 Rosacea (acne rosacea) 35 Hidradenitis suppurativa Section 5 PSORIASIS AND OTHER PAPULOSQUAMOUS DISEASES 36 Psoriasis: hands and feet 37 Psoriasis: lesions 38 Psoriasis: nails 39 Psoriasis: special forms 40 Seborrheic dermatitis 41 Grover disease (transient acantholytic dermatosis) 42 Pityriasis rosea 43 Lichen planus 44 Lichen sclerosus 45 Pityriasis lichenoides et varioliformis acuta Section 6 BACTERIAL INFECTIONS 46 Impetigo 47 Cellulitis 48 Folliculitis 49 Pseudofolliculitis barbae 50 Furuncles and carbuncles 51 Pseudomonas folliculitis 52 Otitis externa Section 7 SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS 53 Syphilis 54 Chancroid 55 Genital warts 56 Genital herpes simplex 57 Pubic lice 58 Molluscum contagiosum Section 8 VIRAL INFECTIONS 59 Warts (verruca vulgaris) 60 Flat warts 61 Plantar warts 62 Molluscum contagiosum 63 Herpes simplex (cold sores, fever blisters) 64 Varicella (chicken pox) 65 Herpes zoster (shingles) 66 Hand, foot, and mouth disease Section 9 FUNGAL INFECTIONS 67 Candidiasis (moniliasis) 68 Candidal balanitis 69 Candidiasis (diaper dermatitis) 70 Candidiasis of large skin folds (candidal intertrigo) 71 Tinea versicolor 72 Tinea of the nails 73 Angular cheilitis 74 Cutaneous fungal infections (tinea) 75 Tinea of the foot 76 Tinea of the groin 77 Tinea of the body 78 Tinea of the hand 79 Tinea incognito 80 Tinea of the scalp 81 Tinea of the beard Section 10 EXANTHEMS AND DRUG REACTIONS 82 Non-specific viral rash 83 Erythema infectiosum 84 Cutaneous drug eruptions Section 11 HYPERSENSITIVITY SYNDROMES AND VASCULITIS 85 Erythema multiforme 86 Stevens-Johnson syndrome 87 Erythema nodosum 88 Cutaneous small vessel vasculitis (hypersensitivity vasculitis) 89 Henoch-Schönlein purpura 90 Schamberg disease (Schamberg purpura) 91 Sweet syndrome Section 12 INFESTATIONS AND BITES 92 Scabies 93 Head lice (pediculosis) 94 Bee and wasp stings 95 Lyme disease 96 Rocky Mountain spotted fever 97 Flea bites 98 Cutaneous larva migrans Section 13 VESICULAR AND BULLOUS DISEASES 99 Dermatitis herpetiformis 100 Pemphigus vulgaris 101 Pemphigus foliaceus 102 Bullous pemphigoid Section 14 CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASES 103 Chronic cutaneous lupus 104 Acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus 105 Dermatomyositis 106 Scleroderma 107 Morphea Section 15 LIGHT-RELATED DISEASES AND DISORDERS OF PIGMENTATION 108 Sun-damaged skin, photoaging 109 Polymorphous light eruption 110 Porphyria cutanea tarda 111 Vitiligo 112 Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis 113 Lentigo, juvenile lentigo, solar lentigo 114 Melasma (chloasma, mask of pregnancy) Section 16 BENIGN SKIN TUMORS 115 Seborrheic keratosis 116 Skin tags 117 Dermatofibroma 118 Keloids and hypertrophic scars 119 Keratoacanthoma 120 Nevus sebaceus 121 Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis 122 Epidermal cyst 123 Pilar cyst 124 Sebaceous hyperplasia 125 Syringomas Section 17 PREMALIGNANT AND MALIGNANT NON-MELANOMA SKIN TUMORS 126 Basal cell carcinoma 127 Actinic keratosis 128 Squamous cell carcinoma 129 Bowen disease 130 Leukoplakia 131 Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma 132 Paget disease of the breast 133 Extramammary Paget disease 134 Cutaneous metastasis Section 18 NEVI AND MALIGNANT MELANOMA 135 Nevi, melanocytic nevi, moles 136 Atypical mole syndrome (dysplastic nevus syndrome) 137 Malignant melanoma, lentigo maligna 138 Melanoma mimics 139 Congenital melanocytic nevi Section 19 VASCULAR TUMORS AND MALFORMATIONS 140 Hemangiomas of infancy 141 Vascular malformations 142 Cherry angioma 143 Angiokeratoma 144 Venous lake 145 Pyogenic granuloma 146 Kaposi sarcoma 147 Telangiectasias 148 Spider angioma (nevus araneus) Section 20 HAIR AND NAIL DISEASES 149 Androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) 150 Androgenic alopecia in women (female pattern hair loss) 151 Alopecia areata 152 Trichotillomania 153 Fungal nail infections 154 Nail Diseases: a. Psoriasis b. Paronychia, Pseudomas, infection, white spots or bands c. Ridging and beading, habit tic deformity, onycholysis d. Digital Mucous cyst, nevi and melanoma, hematoma Section 21 NEONATAL DISEASE 155 Erythema toxicum neonatorum 156 Miliaria 157 Cutis marmorata Section 22 CUTANEOUS MANIFESTATIONS OF INTERNAL DISEASE 158 Acquired cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes 159 Inherited cutaneous paraneoplastic syndromes 160 Acanthosis nigricans 161 Neurofibromatosis 162 Tuberous sclerosis 163 Granuloma annulare 164 Necrobiosis lipoidica 165 Pyoderma gangrenosum 166 Lasers in Dermatology 167 Leishmaniasis 168 Leprosy (Hansen disease)

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Anatomical Terms 2. Microscopy 3. Cell Anatomy 4. Exploring Tissues 5. The Integumentary System 6. The Skeletal System 7. The Muscular System 8. The Nervous System 9. Sense Organs 10. The Endocrine System 11. Blood, Lymph, and Lymph Nodes 12. The Cardiovascular System 13. The Respiratory System 14. The Digestive System 15. The Urinary System 16. The Reproductive System 17. Pregnancy, Development, and Lactation 18. Avian Anatomy Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS Unit I: NCLEX-RN® Exam Preparation 1 The Next-Generation NCLEX-RN® Examination 2 Pathways to Success 3 The NCLEX-RN® Examination: From a Student's Perspective 4 Test-Taking Strategies Unit II: Issues in Nursing 5 Cultural Diversity 6 Ethical and Legal Issues 7 Leadership, Delegating, and Prioritizing Client Care Unit III: Nursing Sciences 8 Fluids and Electrolytes 9 Acid-Base Balance 10 Vital Signs and Laboratory Values 11 Nutrition 12 Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) 13 Intravenous Therapy 14 Administration of Blood Products Unit IV: Fundamental Skills 15 Health and Physical Assessment of the Adult Client 16 Provision of a Safe Environment 17 Calculation of Medication and Intravenous Prescriptions 18 Perioperative Nursing Care 19 Positioning Clients 20 Care of a Client with a Tube Unit V: Growth and Development Across the Life Span 21 Theories of Growth and Development 22 Developmental Stages 23 Care of the Older Client Unit VI: Maternity Nursing 24 Reproductive System 25 Prenatal Period 26 Risk Conditions Related to Pregnancy 27 Labor and Birth 28 Problems with Labor and Birth 29 The Postpartum Period 30 Postpartum Complications 31 Care of the Newborn 32 Maternity and Newborn Medications Unit VII: Pediatric Nursing 33 Neurological, Cognitive, and Psychosocial Disorders 34 Eye, Ear, and Throat Disorders 35 Respiratory Disorders 36 Cardiovascular Disorders 37 Gastrointestinal Disorders 38 Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders 39 Renal and Urinary Disorders 40 Integumentary Disorders 41 Musculoskeletal Disorders 42 Hematological Disorders 43 Oncological Disorders 44 Infectious and Communicable Diseases 45 Pediatric Medication Administration and Calculations Unit VIII: The Adult Client with an Integumentary Disorder 46 Integumentary System 47 Integumentary Medications Unit IX: The Adult Client with an Oncological Disorder 48 Oncological Disorders 49 Antineoplastic Medications Unit X: The Adult Client with an Endocrine Disorder 50 Endocrine System 51 Endocrine Medications Unit XI: The Adult Client with a Gastrointestinal Disorder 52 Gastrointestinal System 53 Gastrointestinal Medications Unit XII: The Adult Client with a Respiratory Disorder 54 Respiratory System 55 Respiratory Medications Unit XIII: The Adult Client with a Cardiovascular Disorder 56 Cardiovascular Disorders 57 Cardiovascular Medications Unit XIV : The Adult Client with a Renal System Disorder 58 Renal System 59 Renal Medications Unit XV: The Adult Client with an Eye or Ear Disorder 60 The Eye and the Ear 61 Ophthalmic and Otic Medications Unit XVI: The Adult Client with a Neurological Disorder 62 Neurological System 63 Neurological Medications Unit XVII: The Adult Client with a Musculoskeletal Disorder 64 Musculoskeletal System 65 Musculoskeletal Medications Unit XVIII: The Adult Client with an Immune Disorder 66 Immune Disorders 67 Immunologic Medications Unit XIX: The Adult Client with a Mental Health Disorder 68 Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 69 Mental Health Disorders 70 Addictions 71 Crisis Theory and Intervention 72 Psychiatric Medications TABLE OF CONTENTS Unit I: NCLEX-RN® Exam Preparation 1 The Next-Generation NCLEX-RN® Examination 2 Pathways to Success 3 The NCLEX-RN® Examination: From a Student's Perspective 4 Test-Taking Strategies Unit II: Issues in Nursing 5 Cultural Diversity 6 Ethical and Legal Issues 7 Leadership, Delegating, and Prioritizing Client Care Unit III: Nursing Sciences 8 Fluids and Electrolytes 9 Acid-Base Balance 10 Vital Signs and Laboratory Values 11 Nutrition 12 Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) 13 Intravenous Therapy 14 Administration of Blood Products Unit IV: Fundamental Skills 15 Health and Physical Assessment of the Adult Client 16 Provision of a Safe Environment 17 Calculation of Medication and Intravenous Prescriptions 18 Perioperative Nursing Care 19 Positioning Clients 20 Care of a Client with a Tube Unit V: Growth and Development Across the Life Span 21 Theories of Growth and Development 22 Developmental Stages 23 Care of the Older Client Unit VI: Maternity Nursing 24 Reproductive System 25 Prenatal Period 26 Risk Conditions Related to Pregnancy 27 Labor and Birth 28 Problems with Labor and Birth 29 The Postpartum Period 30 Postpartum Complications 31 Care of the Newborn 32 Maternity and Newborn Medications Unit VII: Pediatric Nursing 33 Neurological, Cognitive, and Psychosocial Disorders 34 Eye, Ear, and Throat Disorders 35 Respiratory Disorders 36 Cardiovascular Disorders 37 Gastrointestinal Disorders 38 Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders 39 Renal and Urinary Disorders 40 Integumentary Disorders 41 Musculoskeletal Disorders 42 Hematological Disorders 43 Oncological Disorders 44 Infectious and Communicable Diseases 45 Pediatric Medication Administration and Calculations Unit VIII: The Adult Client with an Integumentary Disorder 46 Integumentary System 47 Integumentary Medications Unit IX: The Adult Client with an Oncological Disorder 48 Oncological Disorders 49 Antineoplastic Medications Unit X: The Adult Client with an Endocrine Disorder 50 Endocrine System 51 Endocrine Medications Unit XI: The Adult Client with a Gastrointestinal Disorder 52 Gastrointestinal System 53 Gastrointestinal Medications Unit XII: The Adult Client with a Respiratory Disorder 54 Respiratory System 55 Respiratory Medications Unit XIII: The Adult Client with a Cardiovascular Disorder 56 Cardiovascular Disorders 57 Cardiovascular Medications Unit XIV : The Adult Client with a Renal System Disorder 58 Renal System 59 Renal Medications Unit XV: The Adult Client with an Eye or Ear Disorder 60 The Eye and the Ear 61 Ophthalmic and Otic Medications Unit XVI: The Adult Client with a Neurological Disorder 62 Neurological System 63 Neurological Medications Unit XVII: The Adult Client with a Musculoskeletal Disorder 64 Musculoskeletal System 65 Musculoskeletal Medications Unit XVIII: The Adult Client with an Immune Disorder 66 Immune Disorders 67 Immunologic Medications Unit XIX: The Adult Client with a Mental Health Disorder 68 Foundations of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 69 Mental Health Disorders 70 Addictions 71 Crisis Theory and Intervention 72 Psychiatric Medications

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION I INTRODUCTION 1. Scope of Anesthesia Practice 2. Learning Anesthesia 3. Anesthesia Information Systems SECTION II PHARMACOLOGY AND PHYSIOLOGY 4. Basic Pharmacologic Principles 5. Clinical Cardiac and Pulmonary Physiology 6. Autonomic Nervous System 7. Inhaled Anesthetics 8. Intravenous Anesthetics 9. Opioids 10. Local Anesthetics 11. Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs 12. Anesthesia Neurotoxicity SECTION III PREOPERATIVE PREPARATION AND INTRAOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT 13. Preoperative Evaluation and Medication 14. Choice of Anesthetic Technique 15. Anesthesia Delivery Systems 16. Airway Management 17. Spinal, Epidural, and Caudal Anesthesia 18. Peripheral Nerve Blocks 19. Positioning and Associated Risks 20. Anesthetic Monitoring 21. Acid-Base Balance and Blood Gas Analysis 22. Hemostasis 23. Fluid Management 24. Blood Therapy SECTION IV SPECIAL ANESTHETIC CONSIDERATIONS 25. Cardiovascular Disease 26. Congenital Heart Disease 27. Chronic Pulmonary Disease 28. Renal, Liver, and Biliary Tract Disease 29. Nutritional, Gastrointestinal, and Endocrine Disease 30. Central Nervous System Disease 31. Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology 32. Orthopedics 33. Obstetrics 34. Pediatrics 35. Elderly Patients 36. Organ Transplantation 37. Outpatient Surgery 38. Anesthesia for Procedures in Non-Operating Room Locations SECTION V THE RECOVERY PERIOD 39. Postanesthesia Recovery 40. Perioperative Pain Management SECTION VI CONSULTANT ANESTHETIC PRACTICE 41. Critical Care Medicine 42. Anesthesia for Trauma 43. Natural and Human-induced Disasters 44. Chronic Pain Management 45. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 46. Operating Room Management 47. Awareness under Anesthesia 48. Quality and Patient Safety 49. Palliative Care 50. Sleep Medicine 51. Perioperative Surgical Home APPENDICES Basic Standards for Preanesthesia Care Standards for Basic Anesthetic Monitoring Standards for Postanesthesia Care

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Book SynopsisFrom the prize winning and bestselling author of Lullaby and Adele: a fascinating and witty collection ofessays on the lives of women grappling with sexual politics in a deeply conservative culture.Trade Review'Slimani trusts in her outrage, in the force of her own voice, and the voices of the women she listens to.' - Guardian'This book of impassioned pleas, and of human impulses that resonate, is one step to more women breaking free.' - Evening Standard

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Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLER ? Warm and witty blessings found within the struggles of our shared humanity, from the New York Times bestselling authors of Good EnoughBlessed are you, the strange duck.You with the very intense hobbies.Or the collection of movies or mugs or sneakers.You with the hometown or home team that makes you very, very proud.You, my dear, in all your intricacies . . . are a marvel.We live in a world that demands relentless perfection. Happy marriages and easy friendships. Bucket list?level adventures and matching family photos. But what if our actual lives don?t feel very #blessed? Might our everyday existence be worthy of a blessing too? Even an average Tuesday?Kate Bowler and Jessica Richie offer creative, faith-based blessings that center gratitude and hope while acknowledging our real, messy lives. Formatted like a prayer book, The Lives We Actually Have is an oasis and a landing spot for weary souls, with blessings that focus on the full range of human moments: garbage days, lovely days, grief-stricken days, and even (especially) completely ordinary days. These heartfelt blessings are a chance to exhale when we feel everything from careworn to restless, devastated to bored. Let?s have a reminder that we don?t need to wait for perfect lives when we can bless the lives weactuallyhave.

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Book SynopsisAn instant New York Times bestseller!The New York Times bestselling author of The XX Brain shows women how to navigate menopause successfully and come out the other side with an even better brain.Menopause and perimenopause are still a black box to most doctors, leaving patients exasperated as they grapple with symptoms ranging from hot flashes to insomnia to brain fog. As a leading neuroscientist and women’s brain health specialist, Dr. Mosconi unravels these mysteries by revealing how menopause doesn’t just impact the ovaries—it’s a hormonal show in which the brain takes center stage.The decline of the hormone estrogen during menopause influences everything from body temperature to mood to memory, potentially paving the way for cognitive decline later in life. To conquer these challenges successfully, Dr. Mosconi brings us the latest approaches—explaining the role of cutting-edge hormone replacement therapies like “designer estrogens,” hormonal contraception, and key lifestyle changes encompassing diet, exercise, self-care, and self-talk.Best of all, Dr. Mosconi dispels the myth that menopause signifies an end, demonstrating that it’s actually a transition. Contrary to popular belief, if we know how to take care of ourselves during menopause, we can emerge with a renewed, enhanced brain—ushering in a meaningful and vibrant new chapter of life.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPart 1-The cell 1 Cell Structure and Function 2 Cell Cycle and Replication Part 2-Basic tissue types 3 Blood, Haemopoiesis and Bone Marrow 4 Supporting/Connective Tissues 5 Epithelial Tissues 6 Muscle 7 Nervous Tissues Part 3-Organ systems 8 Circulatory System 9 Skin 10 Skeletal Tissues 11 Immune System 12 Respiratory System 13 Oral Tissues 14 Gastrointestinal Tract 15 Liver and Pancreas 16 Urinary System 17 The Endocrine System 18 Male Reproductive System 19 Female Reproductive System 20 Central Nervous System 21 Special Sense Organs Appendices Appendix 1: Introduction to Microscopy Appendix 2: Notes on Staining Techniques Appendix 3: Glossary of Terms

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Book SynopsisIn this booklet designed for outreach ministry, pastor and New York Times bestselling author holds out the hope of heaven for seekers and new believers, showing them how the promise of eternity can help them live without fear today.

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Book SynopsisLa iglesia de hoy ha malinterpretado el Apocalipsis y, como resultado, la mayoría del pueblo cristiano le teme. El libro del Apocalipsis es la palabra profética del final de los tiempos de nuestro Señor y Salvador Jesucristo; él habló y nos dio señales para ayudarnos a comprender lo cerca que estamos de su venida.

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Book SynopsisDemonstrating how the Old Testament or Hebrew Bible represents the first, and one of the most elaborate, projects of 'peoplehood,' Wright tells the dramatic story of the Bible's origins in relation to 1) a longstanding political division between North and South (Israel and Judah) and 2) the traumatic experience of defeat.Trade Review'The Bible began, Jacob Wright argues, for reasons that have everything to do with why the termsnation and religion remain so fearfully combustible to this day. A large and important topic engaged in a fresh and welcome way.' Jack Miles, author of the Pulitzer-Prize winning God: A Biography'Profoundly insightful. Wright demonstrates how ancient Israel and Judah developed the resources to construct a resilient nationhood not in spite of but, paradoxically, because of the experience of military defeat, economic devastation, and diaspora. No other kingdom of the ancient Near East was able to do so. Today, as so many communities, peoples and nations face similar critical threats to their existence, Wright's book provides a fascinating and incisively argued case study of how one people drew upon its cultural resources not simply to survive but to generate a vibrantly creative intellectual and spiritual tradition.' Carol A. Newsom, Candler Professor Emerita of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible, Emory University'This book takes questions about the Bible's origins to another level of historical inquiry…. Superbly written and a fascinating approach that expands the normal range of biblical studies in a remarkable way!' Konrad Schmid, co-author of The Making of the Bible: From the First Fragments to Sacred Scripture'By one of the brightest minds in the field, this is a book on the Bible that all will want to read: an exquisitely written and innovative tribute to the nameless scribes who responded to destruction and defeat by building a powerful new form of community that no army could conquer. Venturing beyond the Bible's religious teachings to its political and social dimensions, Wright's tour de force demonstrates why this body of literature still matters for us today.' Rabbi Tamara Cohn Eskenazi, Professor and President of the Society of Biblical Literature, 2024'What a compelling read, and I found myself enthralled! This beautifully written work offers fresh insights on the origins of the People of the Book. It not only draws on the most recent historical research, but also incorporates contemporary approaches such as trauma hermeneutics, gender, and postcolonial criticism in a way that makes it feel that these approaches are central to the project and not merely an afterthought. The presence of female characters especially struck me as we move from the nation's earliest origins, with a Family Story becoming a People's History and the National Narrative supplementing a Palace History. Indeed, this book speaks of writing to survive as the voices of the people of protest are preserved for us amidst the pages of the biblical witness.' L. Juliana Claassens, author of Writing and Reading to Survive'A revelation, even to those who have read the Bible for a lifetime! We witness how in the aftermath of catastrophic defeat and devastation, the biblical authors fashioned a new form of political community--one in which a shared body of texts provided common ground for deeply divided communities and the marginalized in their communities. At the heart of the Hebrew Bible is, as Wright shows, not a creed but a question: What does it mean to be a people? In our time of deepening divisions, both this question and the ways in which these ancient writers addressed it deserve renewed, and serious, attention.' Robert M. Franklin, President Emeritus, Morehouse College'Wright's analysis is often brilliant and persuasive, leading us to see ideological fractures in texts that we thought we knew. And though much of the textual history will be familiar to scholars who have gone deep into the weeds, or the bulrushes, Wright does a terrific job of bringing it forward for his readers.' Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker'[a] landmark study … Thought-provoking and scrupulously researched, this is a tour de force.' Unsigned, Publisher's WeeklyTable of ContentsI. The Rise and Fall: 1. Abraham and Sarah: From One to the Many; 2. Miriam: Empire and Exodus; 3. Deborah: A New Dawn; 4. David: Between North and South; 5. Ahab and Jezebel: Putting Israel on the Map; 6. Jehu and Elisha: Israel's Downfall and Judah's Jubilation; 7. Hezekiah and Isaiah: Putting Judah on the Map; 8. Josiah and Huldah: Judah's Downfall and Deportation; II. Admitting Defeat: 9. Daughter Zion: Finding One's Voice; 10. The Creator: Comforting the Afflicted; 11. Haggai the Prophet: Laying the Foundation; 12. Nehemiah the Builder: Restoring Judean Pride; 13. Ezra the Educator: Becoming a People of the Book; 14. Hoshayahu the Soldier: Peoplehood as a Pedagogical Project; III. A New Narrative: 15. Jeremiah and Baruch: A Monument to Defeat; 16. Isaac and Rebekah: The Family Story; 17. Moses and Joshua: The People's History; 18. Hannah and Samuel: The Palace History; 19. Solomon and the Queen of Sheba: The National Narrative; 20. Jonah: The Prophets as Survival Literature; 21. Yhwh's People: Codes, Covenant, and Kinship; IV. A People of Protest: 22. Matriarch: Women and the Biblical Agenda; 23. The Hero: Redefining Gender Roles; 24. The Other: Tales of War, Outsiders, and Allegiance; 25. The Soldier: Sacrificial Death and Eternal Life; 26. Prophet and Priest: Open Access and Separation of Powers; 27. The Sage: Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes; 28. The Poet: The Song of Songs and Psalms; 29. The Queen: Peoplehood without Piety.

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How to Reduce Overuse in Healthcare: a practical guide readers will also find: An author team involved in the leading Choosing Wisely international networkDetailed analysis of how to identify potential low-value care areas, select interventions and morePractical, real-world examples at the end of each chapter illustrating examples of overuse and de-implementation How to Reduce Overuse in Healthcare: a practical guide describes the state of the art in de-implementation for healthcare professionals, healthcare administrators and policy makers looking to reduce low-value care in a more effective and evidence-based way.Table of ContentsPreface x Chapter 1 Why Should We Reduce Medical Overuse? 1 Karen Born and Wendy Levinson It Started with Quality Improvement 1 Then Came a Focus on Overuse 3 Overuse as a Global Healthcare Quality Concern 5 What Can Be Done to Address Overuse? 6 Choosing Wisely 7 What Can you Expect in the Following Chapters? 9 References 10 Chapter 2 Why Does Overuse Exist? 13 Tijn Kool, Simone van Dulmen, Andrea M. Patey, and Jeremy M. Grimshaw A Multifactorial Challenge on Different Levels 13 Healthcare Professional Factors 14 Patient Factors 15 Preference for Acquiring Something 16 Clinical Care Context Factors 16 Absence of an Open Culture 17 Absence of Clear Leadership 17 Healthcare Organisation Factors 18 Insufficient Time 18 Lack of Coordination Amongst Healthcare Providers 19 Healthcare System Factors 19 Payment System that Rewards Volume 19 Influence of the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Industry 20 Healthcare Insurance Policy 20 Key Points 20 References 21 Chapter 3 Why Is It So Hard to Change Behaviour and How Can We Influence It? 23 Jill J. Francis, Sanne Peters, Andrea M. Patey, Nicola McCleary, Leti van Bodegom- Vos, and Harriet Hiscock The Challenge of Behaviour Change 24 Is The Behaviour a Routine? 24 Is The Behaviour Rewarding? 24 Do Habits or Routines Play a Role in Sustaining the Behaviour? 26 Four Crucial Questions to Address Before Working to Support Behaviour Change 28 Why Is It So Difficult to Change the Behaviour of Healthcare Professionals? 30 Designing Interventions to Change Behaviour 35 Summary 36 Sources of Information for Supporting Practice Change Among Healthcare Professionals 36 References 36 Chapter 4 How Can We Reduce Overuse: The Choosing Wisely De- Implementation Framework 41 Jeremy M. Grimshaw and Andrea M. Patey Introduction 41 The Choosing Wisely De- Implementation Framework 44 Phase 0: Identification of Potential Areas of Low- Value Healthcare 44 Phase 1: Identification of Local Prioritiesfor the Implementation of Recommendations 45 Phase 2: Identification of Barriers and Enablers to Implementing Recommendations and Potential Interventions to Overcome These 46 Phase 3: Evaluation of the Implementation 48 Phase 4: Spread of Effective Implementation Programs 49 Key Points 50 References 51 Chapter 5 How Can You Engage Patients in De- Implementation Activities? 54 Stuart G. Nicholls, Brian Johnston, Barbara Sklar, and Holly Etchegary What Is Patient Engagement and Why is it Relevant to De- Implementation? 54 Making a Patient Engagement Plan 56 The Level of Engagement 57 Area 1 – Patient Engagement in Agenda Setting and Prioritisation 61 Area 2 – Patient Engagement in the Design and Conduct of De- Implementation Activities 64 Area 3 – Patient Engagement in Spread 65 Important Considerations when Engaging Patients 66 Key Points 68 Sources of Information 69 General Resources 69 Planning Tools 69 Patient Engagement Methods 70 Evaluation Tools 70 References 70 Chapter 6 Identifying Potential Areas of Low- Value Healthcare- Phase 0 73 Moriah E. Ellen, Saritte M. Perlman, and Jeremy M. Grimshaw How to Identify Low- Value Care? 73 Resources to Identify Low- Value Care 75 Recommendation Lists 76 Clinical Practice Guidelines 77 Health Technology Assessments 77 Evidence Syntheses and Systematic Reviews 78 From Identification to Measurement 78 Key Points 84 Sources of Further Information 84 References 84 Chapter 7 Measuring Low- Value Care and Choosing Your Local Priority (Phase 1) 88 Carole E. Aubert, Karen Born, Eve A. Kerr, Sacha Bhatia, and Eva W. Verkerk Choosing Your Local Priority 89 Measuring Low- Value Care 89 Baseline Measurements 90 Estimating Improvement Potential 91 Evaluating De- Implementation Effects 91 Measuring Unintended Consequences 94 Measurement Methods and Data Source 95 Setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time- Bound (SMART) Targets 98 Providing Data and Feedback to Stakeholders 98 Key Points 100 References 100 Chapter 8 Identifying Target Behaviours and Potential Barriers to Change (Phase 2a) 103 Andrea M. Patey, Nicola McCleary, Justin Presseau, Tijn Kool, Simone van Dulmen, and Jeremy M. Grimshaw The Importance of Fully Understanding the Problem 104 Getting Started 104 Identifying Who Needs to do What Differently 105 Using the Action, Actor, Context, Target, Time (Aactt) Framework 106 Identifying Drivers of Current Behaviour and Barriers and Enablers to Changing Behaviour 109 Collecting Data 112 Interviews 112 Focus Groups 114 Surveys 116 Analysing the Data 118 Narrowing Down the Drivers or Barriers Identified 118 Key Points 119 Useful Resources 120 References 120 Appendix: Sample Interview Guide for Healthcare Providers Using the Tdf 122 Introduction Script 122 Background 123 Chapter 9 Selecting De-Implementation Strategies and Designing Interventions: Phase 2b 131 Justin Presseau, Nicola McCleary, Andrea M. Patey, Sheena McHugh, and Fabiana Lorencatto What Do You Need To Do Before Selecting De- Implementation Strategies? 132 Ten General Principles to Consideras you Develop a de- Implementation Intervention 132 1. There Are No Magic Bullets: Design Your De- Implementation Intervention to Address Specific Barriers and Enablers 132 2. De- Implementation Interventions Are Often Also Implementation Interventions when Substituting One Practice with Another 133 3. Routinised, Habitually Performed Care May Be Operating Semi- Automatically 134 4. Follow the Evidence Wherever Possible when Designing Your De- Implementation Intervention 135 5. Avoid the Tower of Babel: Leverage Existing Listsof Change Strategies and Use Them to Help Match Specific Strategies to Identified Barriers/Enablers 136 6. Avoid Conflating Intervention Content with Its Method of Delivery 139 7. Decide on Tailoring and Adaptation 140 8. Co- Development, User- Centred Design to Enhance Feasibility, Acceptability, and Implementability 140 9. Prioritise Equity 141 10. Describe How the Strategy Works by Developing a De- Implementation Logic Model of Change 142 Key Points 143 Sources 144 References 144 Chapter 10 Evaluating De- Implementation Interventions: Phase 3 149 Beatriz Goulao, Eva W. Verkerk, Kednapa Thavorn, Justin Presseau, and Monica Taljaard Why Should We Evaluate? 150 Outcomes 150 Types of Evaluations 151 Randomised Evaluations 152 Non- Randomised Evaluations 154 Selecting the Most Appropriate Evaluation Method 156 How and Why Does the Intervention Work? 158 Does the Intervention Offer Good Value for Money? 160 Key Points 161 References 162 Chapter 11 Preserving Results and Spreading Interventions: Phase 4 166 Simone van Dulmen, Daniëlle Kroon, and Tijn Kool Why Are Sustainability and Spread So Important? 166 What Is Sustainability? 167 Factors Influencing Sustained Change 168 Factors Related to the Process 168 Factors Related to Staff 170 Factors Related to the Organisation 170 How Can You Facilitate Sustainability? 171 Assessing Sustainability 172 Sustainability and Culture 173 Spreading Successful De- Implementation Interventions 174 Scaling Strategy 175 De- Implementation Intervention 176 Adopters or Adopting Organisation 177 External Context 177 Key Points 178 References 178 Chapter 12 Training the Next Generation of Healthcare Providers to Address Overuse and Avoid Low- Value Care 181 Brian M. 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