Elsevier Health Sciences

Includes: dilemmas of management versus supervision; bullying and the culture of blame; disciplinary versus supportive roles; the impact of clinical governance; innovation in supervision; the new ENB distance learning package; the University of Hertfordshire Masters Course; and, personal stories and case studies.

This is a "how-to" guide to techniques used in radiography and ultrasonography for small and large animals. It provides a comprehensive explanation of radiograph and ultrasound machine use, with descriptions of correct patient positioning.

Many healthcare professionals have to deal with the shock, reactions and emotional aftermath of people facing the sudden death of someone close to them. Knowing how to help, what to say or do, needs learned skills, self-knowledge and support for both the professional and the client. This book deals directly with these issues.

Serves as a tool for therapists working with people with communication difficulties. This edition is a manual of over 50 group exercises for use when working with groups to help those taking part to overcome problems with interpersonal communication. It explains the use of exercises in the context of the developments in psychiatric medicine.

Many undergraduates rely upon the coverage of the respiratory medicine available in large textbooks of medicine such as "Kumar", "Davidson" and "Souhami". This book has the advantages of the "ICT" series, and offers coverage of the subject.

Presents important topics in clinical medicine and related areas as they experienced in the primary care/general practice setting.

Offers a practical, systematic approach to care for a wide range of trauma presentations. This book addresses the clinical and psychosocial psychological elements. and offers a structured approach to the management of those who have fallen victim to trauma. It is suitable for nurses working or studying in this field.

Provides an account of the key theoretical aspects of chemistry and its application into the safe practice of aromatherapy. This book offers a clear and concisely written guide to essential information in chemistry. It applies chemistry to the practical and therapeutic use of essential oils, and leads to a better understanding of them.