When an international conspiracy leads to kidnapping and murder, it's up to Reid Matthews and his mysterious Comanche powers to save the day. When twelve-year-old Brandon Matthews and his classmates embark on a trip to Texas's Guadalupe Mountains National Park, little do they know that their journey will become a terrifying adventure that some will not survive. Kidnapped by terrorists with mysterious motives, things go from bad to worse for Brandon and the other children when their plane crashes in a lake in Southwestern Colorado. Lost with little hope of rescue, Brandon and his friends must face hunger, dangerous weather, wild animals, and the cruel behavior of some of their own classmates. But Brandon has an advantage: a vast store of survival and outdoor knowledge taught to him by his adopted father, Reid Matthews, who has mysterious powers beyond any mere man. Author B Ray Mize has created a tale that will have hearts pounding in Walks with Bears, Book 3 of the Comancheria Series.
Single mother Kelly O'Connor has come to New Orleans in search of a fresh start for herself and her twelve-year-old son, Brandon. But trouble is brewing behind the scenes for this dark-eyed beauty-for unbeknownst to Kelly, her new boss is none other than Saul Clubman, a notorious gangster who controls the city's massive drug trade. Oil tycoon Reid Matthews is also looking for a new start. Tired of the ugliness of the world, he wants nothing more than to retire to the peacefulness of the Comanchería, his ranch in the Texas Hill Country. But when Reid discovers that his company, Tidal Wave Drilling, has ties to Clubman and his illegal operations, he finds himself drawn into a mystery with violent consequences. When Reid saves Kelley and her son from Clubman's hitman and takes them to the Comanchería, Clubman follows with an army of thugs and killers. Will Reid be able to protect his home and loved ones from the violent Clubman?
Behind the scenes in Washington, DC, an international group of criminals called the Network--led by a cold-blooded man known as Code Alpha--is bent on acquiring the land and money they need to bring about their vision for a new world order. But when they set their sights on Farley and Thelma Brodines' ranch in Salt Flats, Texas, they have no idea what they're up against. The Brodines have powerful friends. Reid Matthews is protected by an ancestral Comanche spirit, the Keeper of the Great Raptors. And Matthews is joined by Cajun crack shot Roland Guidry and his spitfire of a wife, Adele; and lifetime cowboy Bill Calendar and his wife, Willie, her Winchester rifle always at her side. When the Network's bid to take over the ranch goes wrong, the Brodines' granddaughter and ranch manager are forced to flee into the wilderness to escape the killers sent to do Code Alpha's dirty work. Will Reid and his friends be able to uncover the Network's nefarious plot before time runs out?
This comprehensive introduction to the essentials of radiology is designed to enable readers to excel at ordering the appropriate examination and reliably interpreting basic imaging findings. Organized around the major organ systems, it situates imaging within the larger context of the patient's clinical presentation, the pathophysiology of the disease or injury, the analysis and differential diagnosis of imaging findings, and the integration of each into patient management. Special features include: Concise reviews of key anatomic and physiologic principles Full integration of pathophysiology and imaging findings More than 600 exquisite illustrations demonstrating important concepts Mini-atlas of essential cross-sectional anatomy of the brain, chest, and abdomen Essential Radiology is an invaluable reference for learning how to make full use of radiology's extraordinary promise in diagnosing disease and enhancing patient care. Instructors will find this an ideal book for course adoption.
The second edition of The Practice of Breast Ultrasound is an indispensable reference for the latest techniques in detecting common breast pathologies. New in this edition are guidelines for quality control and an expanded chapter on 3D scanning. More than 700 high-quality images, including new 100 images, demonstrate concepts of pathology and facilitate comprehension of diagnostic techniques. The book is organized into three main sections enabling radiologists, residents, and sonographers with various levels of expertise to rapidly locate topics of interest.Basic Course Provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of breast ultrasound, equipment selection, and standard protocols for the examination Reviews sonographic anatomy of the breast and axilla Describes approaches to interpreting and managing common benign and malignant lesions Includes a new chapter dedicated to the American College of Radiology's Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) that presents the lexicon and categories for feature analysis and quality assurance Intermediate Course Presents guidelines on how to use feature analysis in analyzing lesion findings Discusses the complementary roles of ultrasound, mammography, and the clinical evaluation Addresses a different pathological condition in each chapter Features high-quality images as well as diagnostic checklists that apply the BI-RADS feature categories of shape, margins, boundaries, echo patterns, and effects on the surrounding tissue, enabling the clinician to perceive patterns associated with specific abnormalities and to arrive at interpretations that lead to appropriate patient management plans Advanced Course Presents the latest information about image-guided intervention for diagnosis, preoperative breast cancer staging, post-treatment follow-up, and advanced or investigational ultrasound technologies, such as 3D/4D ultrasound, real-time compound scanning, harmonics, wide field-of-view, Doppler techniques, and elastography
The second edition of The Practice of Breast Ultrasound is an indispensable reference for the latest techniques in detecting common breast pathologies. New in this edition are guidelines for quality control and an expanded chapter on 3D scanning. More than 700 high-quality images, including new 100 images, demonstrate concepts of pathology and facilitate comprehension of diagnostic techniques. The book is organized into three main sections enabling radiologists, residents, and sonographers with various levels of expertise to rapidly locate topics of interest. Basic Course: Provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of breast ultrasound, equipment selection, and standard protocols for the examination Reviews sonographic anatomy of the breast and axilla Describes approaches to interpreting and managing common benign and malignant lesions Includes a new chapter dedicated to the American College of Radiology's Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS®) that presents the lexicon and categories for feature analysis and quality assurance Intermediate Course: Presents guidelines on how to use feature analysis in analyzing lesion findings Discusses the complementary roles of ultrasound, mammography, and the clinical evaluation Addresses a different pathological condition in each chapter Features high-quality images as well as diagnostic checklists that apply the BI-RADS® feature categories of shape, margins, boundaries, echo patterns, and effects on the surrounding tissue, enabling the clinician to perceive patterns associated with specific abnormalities and to arrive at interpretations that lead to appropriate patient management plans Advanced Course: Presents the latest information about image-guided intervention for diagnosis, preoperative breast cancer staging, post-treatment follow-up, and advanced or investigational ultrasound technologies, such as 3D/4D ultrasound, real-time compound scanning, harmonics, wide field-of-view, Doppler techniques, and elastography
Your complete, one-stop guide to passing the Vascular Technology boards Vascular Technology Examination PREP is packed with everything you need to know to ace the ARDMS® Vascular Technology registry exam. Covering all aspects of vascular disease and testing, this unparalleled review book combines a rigorous grounding in vascular principles with high-yield review questions that boost comprehension and retention. Major sections of the book survey each vascular region, including cerebrovascular, venous, peripheral arterial, and abdominal/visceral, while every chapter contains a full list of questions with answers and explanations. To further reinforce core concepts, Vascular Technology Examination PREP features full color illustrations, tables, and sonographic images throughout every chapter. Also included is a chapter covering the latest perspectives in quality assurance, with detailed information on patient and practitioner safety guidelines. Whether you are a seasoned or beginning sonographer, you can count on this indispensable, all-in-one learning tool to help you thoroughly understand the role and specific duties of a vascular technologist—and gear up for success on exam day. Features of Vascular Technology Examination PREP · The most in-depth review for the Vascular Technology boards available—also ideal as a clinical point-of-reference for practitioners · Vascular region sections follow the outline of the registry exam, which covers hemodynamics and vascular anatomy, pathology, patient assessment and integration of data, protocols, interpretation of results, treatments, and related vascular system testing · Enhanced by more than 500 illustrations and sonographic images · Includes 600 chapter review questions with detailed answer explanations and a 120-question practice test at the end of the book · Essential for Vascular Technology certification or recertification
This text provides a comprehensive, theoretically coherent and integrated introduction to the world politics of security, international economics and global public policy issues. It also provides a framework for analyzing and understanding ongoing global change and continuity in the modern era.
The founder of the health-care advocacy group, The People's Medical Society, offers consumers a comprehensive reference guide to their rights and opportunities concerning medical care, including information on insurance, medical tests, and much more. Reprint.
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