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Theorizing Communication : Readings Across Traditions (9781412952378)

Theorizing Communication: Readings Across Traditions is the first collection of primary-source readings built around seven traditions of communication theory- rhetorical, semiotic, phenomenological, cybernetic, sociopsychological, sociocultural, and critical.. The selected readings illustrate the history of each tradition and current trends. Enhancing the readings are introductory essays and sets of projects for theorizing through which the editors highlight contemporary interpretations, new directions, and/or hybrid approaches to studying communication theory. Key Features: Includes key primary source readings that have helped to define the field of Communication Theory: This collection of readings is not available elsewhere and frees instructors from having to design their own course packs. Offers a comprehensive view of communication theory by not limiting content to a single approach: This book is the first collection of readings on communication theory based on Robert T. Craig

The Physician Billing Process : Navigating Potholes on the Road to Getting Paid (9781568294940)

This professional fee billing primer is business-critical whether you're new to medical revenue cycle management or a seasoned medical billing professional. As the medical reimbursement landscape changes, let industry experts Deborah Walker Keegan and Elizabeth Woodcock be your guides as you navigate the complex revenue cycle management journey of your medical practice. This third edition of the MGMA bestseller on physician billing process and revenue cycle management is a completely revised, comprehensive manual. Delivering proven solutions to optimize your revenue cycle, this professional fee billing primer is business-critical whether you're new to managing the revenue cycle or a seasoned professional. Uncover new possibilities for improving your medical billing and collection performance with this valuable resource. Physicians are working harder than ever. You deserve a dependable revenue cycle that works relentlessly to ensure that every cent due the medical practice is co

The Ministry of Bodies (9781800244221)

Life and death in a modern hospital, from Seamus O'Mahony, the award-winning author of The Way We Die Now and Can Medicine Be Cured? Seamus O'Mahony charts the realities of work in the 'ministry of bodies', that huge complex where people come to be cured and to die. From unexpected deaths to moral quandaries and bureaucratic disasters, O'Mahony documents life in the halls and wards that all of us will visit at some point in our lives with his characteristic wit and dry and unsentimental intelligence. Absurd general emails, vain and self-promoting specialists, the relentless parade of self-destructive drinkers and drug users, the comical expectations of baffled patients: this is not a conventional medical memoir, but the collective biography of one of our great modern institutions - the general hospital - through the eyes of a brilliant writer, who happens to be a doctor. Product details

Trends in EU Health Care Systems (9780387327471)

The nations of the EU have long led the world in universal health coverage. Recent economic developments have created problems ranging from inequities of care to growing numbers of uninsured - a progression analyzed by Win de Gooijer in Trends in EU Health Care Systems. His ideas may be startling, and the book is bound to be controversial. This is critical reading for health care managers and policymakers, politicians and insurors - anyone looking to Europe to understand this far-reaching evolution. Product details Format Hardback | 504 pages Dimensions 155 x 235

A3 Problem Solving for Healthcare : A Practical Method for Eliminating Waste (9781563273582)

The A3 process is a way to look with "new eyes" at a specific problem identified by direct observation or experience. It offers a structure that begins by always defining the issue through the eyes of the customer. In A3 Problem Solving for Healthcare Cindy Jimmerson explains an essential tool borrowed from the Toyota Production System, which is an extension of work identified with the well-known Value Stream Map. She offers an easy-to-learn problem-solving method that can be used in every aspect of healthcare to identify, understand, and improve processes that don't support workers in doing their good work. In this compelling book you get: The expertise of a recognized industry expert in Lean principles A practical, easy-to-use workbook Concepts illustrated with numerous A3s in various stages of development Explanation of how to extend the VSM philosophy to a more focused perspective An extensive exploration of the A3 problem-solving tool in healthcare-the first book to

Peace Between the Sheets : Sexual Relationships That Heal (1583940871)

"Peace Between the Sheets offers "a simple but revolutionary analysis: modern relationships often founder because of dysfunctional sexual habits. But when couples shift away from "heat-centered" toward "heart-centered" sexual interactions, they gain a mutual satisfaction that transcends physical gratification. Robinson advocates teaching the body a different response to sexual arousal that is driven by love over biology. The benefits include reducing stress, rejuvenating the body, helping overcome addictions, and developing a positive outlook. Over two parts, "Why" and "How," the book devotes twelve chapters to topics like "Why do We Fall Out of Love?," "Outwitting Biology," "Want to Try It?," and "The Ecstatic Exchanges." "Peace Between the Sheets" tackles a delicate issue with sound reasoning, solid research, and a healthy dose of humor. Product de

Snow White (9781447295716)

First Stories: Snow White is the perfect introduction, for young children, to this classic fairy tale. "Mirror, mirror on the wall, Who is the fairest of them all?" Push, pull and turn mechanisms bring the story to life and introduce all the main characters: Snow White, the dwarfs, the huntsman, the prince and of course the wicked queen. This well-loved fairy tale is beautifully imagined for a new generation by children's illustrator Dan Taylor. Little ones can collect more books in the First Stories series, including Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Little Red Riding Hood. Product details For ages 0-5 Format Board book | 10 pages

The Power of Hope : A Doctor's Perspective (9780300074109)

This study advocates a method of helping patients with a combination of alternative and mainstream medicine - a treatment of mind, body and spirit that energizes patients. Spiro encourages physicians to talk and listen to their patients, and to employ alternative approaches. Product details Format Hardback | 298 pages Dimensions 127 x 215 x 31.75mm | 370g

Tales From A Country Practice (9781405520126)

When the phone rings in the middle of the night, Dr Arthur Jackson leaves the warmth of his bed without hesitation. Tending to his peculiar flock of patients - including the blind cobbler with a surprising taste for hard liquor, the accident-prone butcher and the young woman with an unusual phobia - is his first priority, whether their illness is critical or they simply need a comforting hand to hold. The whole community turns to the young doctor for advice . . . and not all of it medical. Meanwhile, Dr Jackson's family are settling into their new home, a rambling manor house complete with uncooperative ducks and a ghost. This delightfully nostalgic tale follows their progress as the negotiate the highs and lows, the hilarious ups and downs, of life in a country practice. Product details Publication date 07 Jan 2013

Realizing Social Justice : The Challenge of Preventive Interventions (9781433804113)

This volume seeks to advance interest and knowledge in prevention by presenting a renewed vision suited to the needs of the U.S. population. The book emphasizes the potential of prevention to promote positive development across the lifespan and to foster social justice. This key text defines the field while offering scientists, practitioners, and graduate students a state-of-the-art resource to guide further directions in the science and practice of prevention.Part I presents the theoretical, conceptual, methodological, and ethical foundations that inform a social justice vision of prevention. Part II examines the design, conduct, and assessment of preventive interventions in a variety of contexts (community, workplace, school, family) and across various targeted psychopathologies or 'bad behaviors,' such as depression, aggressive/delinquent youth, alcoholism/substance abuse, domestic violence, poor health practices, and racism/sexism. Contributors focus on theory, research, pr

I Will Never Forget : A Daughter's Story of Her Mother's Arduous and Humorous Journey Through Dementia (9781938908583)

It is painfully difficult to watch a loved one decline as dementia ravages their mind, destroying memories, rational thinking, and judgment. In her touching memoir, I Will Never Forget, Elaine Pereira shares the heartbreaking and humorous story of her mother's incredible journey through dementia.Pereira begins with entertaining glimpses into her own childhood and feisty teenage years, demonstrating her mother's strength of character. Years later, as Betty Ward started to exhibit bizarre behaviors and paranoia, Pereira was mystified by her mom's amazing ability to mask the truth. Not until a revealing incident over an innocuous drapery rod did Pereira recognize the extent of her mother's Alzheimer's. As their roles shifted and a new paradigm emerged, Pereira transformed into a caregiver blindly navigating dementia's unpredictable haze. But before Betty's passing, she orchestrated a stunning rally to control her own destiny via a masterful, Houdini-like escape

Memories And Reflections: The Life, Work And Observations Of An Agricultural And Environmental Scientist (9781783265725)

This is a series of personal recollections concerning the life and work of a leading American-Israeli environmental and agricultural scientist, whose wide-ranging personal and professional experiences span eight decades and some 40 countries around the world. It recalls a family's journey in 1932 from California to Palestine, and the events that led to his taking part in the establishment of the first modern settlement in the highlands of the Negev Desert (later joined by ex-Israeli Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion), and helping to innovate and apply efficient methods of soil and water management in irrigated and rain-fed farming.Over the years, Daniel Hillel has taught hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students at major universities in Israel and the US, authored over 200 original research papers and ten definitive textbooks that have been translated and published in several languages, initiated and edited eight multi-author books (including the Encyclopedia of Soils in the En

Feeding Your Child for Lifelong Health : Birth Through Age Six (9780553378924)

How the new science of "metabolic programming" can help you: Maximize your baby's IQ and development Prevent allergies and obesity Prevent or cure picky eating Teach your child to enjoy healthy foods Protect against family health problems AND make mealtimes a pleasure for you and your child! In this groundbreaking book, two leading pediatric nutritionists--and experienced parents!--introduce exciting new research into "metabolic programming" and make it accessible and practical for every busy parent. They explain: How the foods you choose can optimize your baby's future development, IQ bone strength, and immunity The eight key nutrients to focus on Scientifically based "smart strategies" for working with your child's inborn instincts to build healthy eating habits Food solutions for common problems--including colic, constipation, poor sleep, and hyperactivity How to prevent or deal with food allergies or obesity Easy ways to adapt family meals

Prosoziale Motivation, Selbstkonzept Und Politische Orientierung : Entwicklungsbedingungen Und Veraenderungen Im Jugendalter (9783820486377)

Die Arbeit versucht, Zusammenhange zwischen der Entwicklung von prosozialen Motiven, Selbstkonzept und politischer Orientierung im Jugendalter zu klaren, wobei dem Einfluss des elterlichen Erziehungsstils besondere Aufmerksamkeit gewidmet wird. Im Rahmen des Berliner Jugend-Langsschnitts (Silbereisen/Eyferth) wurden 1435 Jugendliche zweier Geburtsjahrgange mit neu entwickelten Instrumenten befragt. Wichtige Ergebnisse waren: ein wesentlicher Einfluss des elterlichen Erziehungsstils auf die Entwicklung in allen drei Bereichen, ein geringer systematischer Zusammenhang von Entwicklung und Veranderung in den drei Bereichen und eine deutliche strukturelle Veranderung in der politischen Orientierung von Jugendlichen zwischen 15 und 16." Product details Format Paperback | 338 pa

Through Granny's Garden Gate : A Book of Opposites (9781490503332)

Granny's Garden Gate is a book of opposites for young children. A discovery of an outside flower garden. An inviting introduction to the wonder of plants, weather and gardening. Product details Format Paperback | 30 pages Dimensions 216 x 280 x 2mm | 95g Publication date 21 Jun 2013

Kids' Bedtime Meditation : Let your Kid Feel Happy and Calm Into a Fantastic World. A Mindful and Relaxing Night-Night Stories to Help Children Fall Asleep Fast (with Kids' Mindfulness Exercises). (9781674353951)

★ Download The Audiobook Version Of This Book And You'll Get Also The PDF Version For Free! ★ Become a Super Parent Using Bedtime Meditation! Have you ever, as a parent, dreaded the task of putting your children to sleep? Did you ever have to spend what remains of your evening after a long day of work, trying to calm your children down and put them to bed? What if there's a method you can use to make your children fall asleep fast and, at the same time, reduce anxiety? With this book you'll become a master of bedtime meditation. Children experience many fears and anxieties, and this book will provide you with tools for building confidence in your children, calming their emotions and spiking their imagination. Practicing stress relief activities, such as reading bedtime stories and books for children will help you relax your kids, improve their reading skills, and put them to peaceful sleep. What you and your children get with this book: A collection of relaxing bedtime stor

This Is Motherhood : A Motherly Collection of Reflections + Practices (9781683642657)

By Moms, for Moms-Redefining Motherhood for a New Generation With This Is Motherhood, the cofounders and contributors of the Motherly online community present a collection of essays and practices to celebrate motherhood in all its complexity. Here you'll find reflections on each phase of "the wild ride of motherhood," including the soaring highs of meeting your new baby, the ground-shaking lows that make you doubt everything you've ever known, and all the beauty and pain in between. Each chapter closes with practices from Motherly's team of wellness experts to help you define, clarify, process, and celebrate your journey. This book was created to inspire and guide you through some of the most miraculous and stressful milestones of your life, such as: * New Mama-get ready for the mysterious, unpredictable, and beautiful start to your new life as a mother * Firsts-each step is brand new to you and your baby . . . and a chance to discover your way to learn and love

The Good Skin Solution : Natural Healing for Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea and Acne (9781401954093)

Discover the surprising connection between your skin and gut with this easy-to-understand guide on natural treatments for eczema and other skin conditions Eczema is the most common skin disorder in the industrialized world, followed closely by psoriasis, rosacea, and acne. While conventional medicine offers no permanent solutions to these conditions, natural health author Shann Nix Jones has discovered a chemical-free method that delivers life-changing results. In the Good Skin Solution, Shann recounts her struggle to heal her son's eczema and save her husband from a life-threatening MRSA superbug infection. She was shocked to learn that eczema isn't just a skin condition after all, but an autoimmune disorder. Your skin is simply a map of your gut-and in order to heal your skin, you must start from the inside. Shann reveals the latest scientific research about the "microbiome," the vast ecosystem of microorganisms that lives inside us. In simple, easy-to-understand la

Patterns of Culture (9781946963321)

Facsimile of 1935 Edition. The essential idea in Patterns of Culture is, according to Margaret Mead, "her view of human cultures as 'personality writ large.'" As Benedict wrote in that book, "A culture, like an individual, is a more or less consistent pattern of thought and action". Each culture, she held, chooses from "the great arc of human potentialities" only a few characteristics which become the leading personality traits of the persons living in that culture. These traits comprise an interdependent constellation of aesthetics and values in each culture which together add up to a unique gestalt. Benedict, in Patterns of Culture, expresses her belief in cultural relativism. She desired to show that each culture has its own moral imperatives that can be understood only if one studies that culture as a whole. It was wrong, she felt, to disparage the customs or values of a culture different from one's own. Those customs had a meaning to the p

The Proof is in the Plants (9781760890049)

All the facts and advice for anyone curious about feeling and doing better through a plant-focused diet What if there was a way of eating that may help us live healthier for longer and protect the future of our planet, too? The good news is that evidence now shows a plant-based diet may offer us exactly that - and straight-talking nutritionist Simon Hill has done the hard work translating the science into actionable advice for everyday life. Before transitioning to a plant-based diet Simon held many of the common misconceptions. But instead he experienced incredible improvements in his energy levels, digestion, mental clarity and post-workout recovery after making the shift. He'd finally understood the power of food and was determined to find out - and share - the agenda-free truth about the optimum diet for human health. By undertaking a master's degree in nutrition, poring over the latest scientific papers and books, and producing hundreds of hours of his internationally succ

In Focus Crystals: Volume 2 : Your Personal Guide (1577151704)

In Focus Crystals describes over 100 crystals, from amethyst to zircon, complete with detailed summaries of their uses, qualities, and strengths, all expertly presented by crystal therapist Bernice Cockram. Included inside the back cover is a set of 7 double-sided grid cards that provide quick and easy reference to laying out crystals for healing, energizing, and more. Feeling creatively or spiritually blocked? Having trouble sleeping? Perhaps you are suffering from a physical ailment? Regardless of what may be plaguing you, the innate power within crystals can have tremendous healing effects. This artfully designed guide covers everything you need to know to benefit from their healing power, including how to: Work with crystal energy Select crystals from the various shapes available Cleanse crystals to clear away unwanted energy Use crystals for dowsing Work with chakras, auras, and the zodiac Set up crystal grids The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the clas

How to Raise an Adult (9781250093639)

Across a decade as Stanford University's dean of freshmen, Julie Lythcott-Haims noticed a startling rise in parental involvement in students' lives. Every year, more parents were exerting control over students' academic work, extracurricular, and career choices, taking matters into their own hands rather than risk their child's failure or disappointment. Meanwhile, Lythcott-Haims encountered increasing numbers of students who, as a result of hyper attentive parenting, lacked a strong sense of self and were poorly equipped to handle the demands of adult life. In How to Raise an Adult, Lythcott-Haims draws on research, on conversations with admissions officers, educators, and employers, and on her own insights as a mother and as a student clean to highlight the ways in which over parenting harms children and their stressed-out parents, and our society at large. While empathising with the parental hopes and, especially, fears that lead to over helping, Lythcott-Haims offer