27th Annual Cocoa Beach Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites - B, Volume 24, Issue 4
27th Annual Cocoa Beach Conference on Advanced Ceramics and Composites - B, Volume 24, Issue 4

Author: Waltraud M. Kriven

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-09-28

Total Pages: 644

ISBN-13: 0470295252

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This volume is part of the Ceramic Engineering and Science Proceeding (CESP) series. This series contains a collection of papers dealing with issues in both traditional ceramics (i.e., glass, whitewares, refractories, and porcelain enamel) and advanced ceramics. Topics covered in the area of advanced ceramic include bioceramics, nanomaterials, composites, solid oxide fuel cells, mechanical properties and structural design, advanced ceramic coatings, ceramic armor, porous ceramics, and more.

Weather Analysis and Forecasting
Weather Analysis and Forecasting

Author: Christo Georgiev

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2005-07-05

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 0080455263

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Weather Analysis and Forecasting is a practical guide to using potential vorticity fields and water vapor imagery from satellites to elucidate complex weather patterns and train meteorologists to improve operational forecasting. In particular, it details the use of the close relationship between satellite imagery and the potential vorticity fields in the upper troposphere and lower stratosphere. It shows how to interpret water vapor patterns in terms of dynamical processes in the atmosphere and their relation to diagnostics available from weather prediction models. The book explores topics including: a dynamical view of synoptic development; the interpretation problem of satellite water vapor imagery; practical use of water vapor imagery and dynamical fields; significant water vapor imagery features associated with synoptic dynamical structures; and use of water vapor imagery for assessing NWP model behavior and improving forecasts. Applications are illustrated with color images based on real meteorological situations. The book's step-by-step pedagogy makes this an essential training manual for forecasters in meteorological services worldwide, and a valuable text for graduate students in atmospheric physics and satellite meteorology. * Shows how to analyze current satellite images for assessing weather models' behavior and improving forecasts * Provides step-by-step pedagogy for understanding and interpreting meteorological processes * Includes full-color throughout to highlight "real-world" models, patterns, and examples

Proceedings of 26th World Nursing Education Conference 2017
Proceedings of 26th World Nursing Education Conference 2017

Author: ConferenceSeries

Publisher: ConferenceSeries

Published: 2017-08-25

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13:

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August 31- September 02, 2017 Prague, Czech Republic Key Topics : Nursing Education, Innovations In Nursing Education, Nurse Practitioner Perspectives, International Nursing Education, Teaching Strategies In Nursing Education, Types of Nursing Education, New Technology In Nursing Education, Nursing Credentials and Certifications, Advanced Nursing Practice, Nursing Law, Dental Nursing, Nursing Informatics, Pediatric Nursing, Women Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Community Nursing, Clinical Nursing, Critical Care And EmergencyNursing, Transitional Care Nursing, Telemedicine and e-Health, Evidence-based Teaching and Learning, Travel Nurse, Veterinary Nursing, Midwifery Nursing, Cardiovascular Nursing, Cancer and Tumour Nursing, Surgical Nursing, Healthcare and Management, Continuing Nursing Education, Nursing Management, Risk Factors in Nursing and Healthcare professionals, Nursing Programs and Courses,

Informed Consent and Health
Informed Consent and Health

Author: Thierry Vansweevelt

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2020-04-24

Total Pages: 293

ISBN-13: 1788973429

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Informed consent is the legal instrument that purports to protect an individual’s autonomy and defends against medical arbitrariness. This illuminating book investigates our evolving understanding of informed consent from a range of comparative and international perspectives, demonstrating the diversity of its interpretations around the world. Chapters offer a nuanced analysis of the problems that impede the understanding and implementation of the concept of informed consent and explore the contemporary challenges that continue to hinder both the patient and the medical community.

Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Model Rules of Professional Conduct

Author: American Bar Association. House of Delegates

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9781590318737

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The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

Oncologic Imaging
Oncologic Imaging

Author: David G. Bragg

Publisher: Saunders

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780721674940

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Completely updated to reflect the latest developments in science and technology, the second edition of this reference presents the diagnostic imaging tools essential to the detection, diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, and post-treatment management of cancer in both adults and children. Organized by major organs and body systems, the text offers comprehensive, abundantly illustrated guidance to enable both the radiologist and clinical oncologist to better appreciate and overcome the challenges of tumor imaging. Features 12 brand-new chapters that examine new imaging techniques, molecular imaging, minimally invasive approaches, 3D and conformal treatment planning, interventional techniques in radiation oncology, interventional breast techniques, and more. Emphasizes practical interactions between oncologists and radiologists. Includes expanded coverage of paediatric tumours as well as thorax, gastrointestinal tract, genitourinary, and musculoskeletal cancers. Offers reorganized and increased content on the brain and spinal cord. Nearly 1,400 illustrations enable both the radiologist and clinical oncologist to better appreciate and overcome the challenges of tumour imaging. - Outstanding Features! Presents internationally renowned authors' insights on recent technological breakthroughs in imaging for each anatomical region, and offers their views on future advances in the field. Discusses the latest advances in treatment planning. Devotes four chapters to the critical role of imaging in radiation treatment planning and delivery. Makes reference easy with a body-system organisation.