A book for young people in the Multicultural Celebrations series developed under the auspices of The Children's Museum, Boston. The book was written to explain the traditional customs for the celebration of Korean Children's Day in May. It is illustrated by charming color pictures by Nani Kyong-Nan along with color photographs
Endocrine System, 2nd Edition provides a concise and highly visual guide to the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the endocrine glands. This volume in The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations (the CIBA "Green Books") has been expanded and revised by Dr. William F. Young, Jr. to reflect the many exciting advances that have been made in the field. Classic Netter art, updated illustrations, and modern imaging make this timeless work essential to your library. Access rare illustrations in one convenient source from the only Netter work devoted specifically to the endocrine system. Get a complete overview of the endocrine system through multidisciplinary coverage of endocrinology as a whole. Gain a quick understanding of complex topics from a concise text-atlas format that provides a context bridge between primary and specialized medicine. Apply a visual approach—with the classic Netter art, updated illustrations, new artwork and modern imaging—to normal and abnormal endocrine gland function and the clinical presentation patients with endocrine disorders. Clearly see the connection between basic and clinical sciences with an integrated overview of normal structure and function as it relates to pathologic conditions. Delve into updated text of new author and editor, William F. Young, Jr., MD., that illuminates and expands on the illustrated concepts. Benefit from the perspectives of an international advisory board for content that reflects the current global consensus.
From fundamental principles to advanced subspecialty procedures, Miller’s Anesthesia covers the full scope of contemporary anesthesia practice. This go-to medical reference book offers masterful guidance on the technical, scientific, and clinical challenges you face each day, in addition to providing the most up-to-date information available for effective board preparation. Consult this title on your favorite e-reader, conduct rapid searches, and adjust font sizes for optimal readability. Address the unique needs of pediatric patients with guidance from an entire section on pediatric anesthesia. View more than 1,500 full-color illustrations for enhanced visual clarity. Access step-by-step instructions for patient management, as well as an in-depth analysis of ancillary responsibilities and problems. Quickly reference important concepts with ‘Key Points’ boxes integrated into every chapter. Stay current on today's most recent anesthetic drugs and guidelines/protocols for anesthetic practice and patient safety, and access expanded coverage on new techniques such as TEE and other monitoring procedures. Take advantage of the unique, international perspectives of prominent anesthesiologists from all over the world, including the UK, Australia, India, Brazil, and Germany. Remain at the forefront of new developments in anesthesia with coverage of hot topics including Non-OR Anesthesia; Role of the Anesthesiologist in Disasters; Sleep Medicine in Anesthesia; Perioperative and Anesthesia-related Neurotoxicity; Anesthetic Implications of Complementary and Alternative Medicine; and Robotics. Study brand-new chapters on Perioperative Fluid Management; Extracorporeal Support Therapies; Anesthesia for Organ Donation/Procurement; and Malignant Hyperthermia and other Genetic Disorders.
Offering a concise, highly visual approach to the basic science and clinical pathology of the endocrine system, this updated volume in The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations (the CIBA "Green Books") contains unparalleled didactic illustrations reflecting the latest medical knowledge. Revised by Dr. William F. Young, Jr., Endocrine System, Volume 2 integrates core concepts of anatomy, embryology, physiology, and genetics with common clinical correlates across health, medical, and surgical disciplines. Classic Netter art, updated and new illustrations, and modern imaging continue to bring medical concepts to life and make this timeless work an essential resource for students, clinicians, and educators. Provides a complete overview of the endocrine system through multidisciplinary coverage of endocrinology as a whole. Covers timely topics like the Carney triad, updates on genetic basis of endocrine disorders, pituitary stalk lesions; empty sella syndrome; thyroid biopsy; metastatic pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma; adrenocortical carcinoma; diabetes-related dermatologic manifestations; and McCune-Albright syndrome. Provides a concise overview of complex information integrating anatomical and physiological concepts with clinical scenarios. Compiles Dr. Frank H. Netter’s master medical artistry—an aesthetic tribute and source of inspiration for medical professionals for over half a century—along with new art in the Netter tradition for each of the major body systems, making this volume a powerful and memorable tool for building foundational knowledge and educating patients or staff. NEW! An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.
MORE UNIX for Dummies follows the . . . For Dummies tradition and takes readers on an informative tour of the powerful world of UNIX. Expert author John Levine builds on the success of the first book by expanding the scope of his discussion in a humorous fashion. This style helps to overcome the technical barrier presented by UNIX and increases the reader's understanding.
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