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Paperback. Identifying anticipated future healthcare needs and planning and how to meet them is a challenge. This book provides insight for those concerned in the development of health and care buildings and environments, and examines the core issues which are driving change. It also looks at innovation in caring environments for older people. Num Pages: 192 pages, 26. BIC Classification: 1DBK; AMG; MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 162 x 11. Weight in Grams: 292.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632035779
ISBN
9780632035779
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.28

Paperback. As a result of recent changes in health care, nurses, GPs and health visitors find that they are required to take a major role in nutrition education and dietary advice. Health promotion is now an important aspect of general practice and community care. Num Pages: 256 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: MBNH3; MBPC; MMZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 0. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632039814
ISBN
9780632039814
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 41.78

Paperback. In this text, nurse educators and practitioners review the role of the modern mental health nurse. Each contributor presents a different "version" of the mental health nurse encouraging students, teachers and practitioners to read and think more widely about mental health nursing. Num Pages: 240 pages, 15. BIC Classification: MBPK; MMZ; MQCL5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 13. Weight in Grams: 356.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632039999
ISBN
9780632039999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 65.96

Paperback. This is a real-world critique of the ideologies and theories of health care management as applied to practice today. Central issues, including people management and workplace education, are approached from contemporary, theoretical and practical perspectives. Editor(s): Morton-Cooper, Alison; Bamford, Margaret; Cavanagh, Stephen J. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8 line illustrations, glossary, references, index. BIC Classification: KJM; MBPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 15. Weight in Grams: 390.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632040322
ISBN
9780632040322
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.18

Paperback. Pathways of Care programmes are used in all areas of healthcare to improve clinical effectiveness and the quality of patient care. This book is an essential reference source for all those involved in coordinating healthcare delivery. Editor(s): Johnson, Sue. Num Pages: 288 pages, 40 line illustrations, index. BIC Classification: MBN; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 170 x 15. Weight in Grams: 470.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632040766
ISBN
9780632040766
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 69.58

Paperback. This text provides examples of the type of clinical experience students are likely to have on their student placements. It illustrates three main theoretical approaches taught to students: psychodynamic, person-centred and behavioural. Num Pages: 176 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: JMAL; MBP; MQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 14. Weight in Grams: 292.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632041442
ISBN
9780632041442
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.12

Paperback. A Practical Handbook for Community Health Nurses: Working with Children and their Parents is designed to provide nurses and their students with an up--to--date reference source, bringing together the available evidence on a range of issues central to their work with children and parents. Editor(s): Booth, Katie; Luker, Karen. Num Pages: 208 pages, 10. BIC Classification: MBN; MBP; MJW; MQCL3; MQCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 189 x 12. Weight in Grams: 392.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632042463
ISBN
9780632042463
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.74

Paperback. Aimed at medical students, physicians, nurse practitioners and other health-care providers who need to understand managed care, this text covers issues ranging from medical costs to health-care reform. This edition includes a new section on legislative initiatives. Num Pages: 176 pages, 0. BIC Classification: MBPC; MQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 140 x 10. Weight in Grams: 220.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632043781
ISBN
9780632043781
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 217.04

Paperback. A comprehensive overview of the range of issues and concerns related to sexuality and health care. It describes the normal processes and issues which arise at different stages in a person's life connected with sexuality, and describes the issues which arise when there is illness or disfigurement. Num Pages: 296 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; MBP; MQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 169 x 16. Weight in Grams: 494.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632048045
ISBN
9780632048045
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.28

Paperback. This text discusses and evaluates the two main approaches to advocacy: empowering the patients with information; and endorsing their needs by speaking out on their behalf. It aims to offer a research-based model which practitioners can use in their study or in everyday practice. Num Pages: 176 pages, 3. BIC Classification: MBPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 158 x 13. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632049776
ISBN
9780632049776
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.54

Paperback. Providing an authoritative guide to general practice training for both GP registrars and their trainers, this book takes the reader from the point where they decide to become a GP to the stage at which they are a fully qualified practitioner. Editor(s): Hall, Michael; Lewis, Tony; Dwyer, Declan. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MBPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 356.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632050390
ISBN
9780632050390
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 88.92

Paperback. This text is written specifically for health and social care professionals from practical as well as academic backgrounds, providing academic, professional and practical advice and guidelines for all potential students in health care. Num Pages: 200 pages, 10 illustrations. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP; MRG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632050574
ISBN
9780632050574
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 75.88

Paperback. This book is designed to help develop a GPs skill in disease recognition and treatment. It approaches the subject from a symptoms specific rather that a disease specific angle. Num Pages: 184 pages, 89 illustrations. BIC Classification: MBPC; MJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 11. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632051342
ISBN
9780632051342
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.46

Paperback. There are many problems in working psychotherapeutically across cultures, with numerous examples of failure to understand cultural issues. For example, the ignorance of traditional family structures can lead to major diagnostic and therapeutic errors. Editor(s): Kareem, Jafar; Littlewood, Roland. Num Pages: 288 pages, 5. BIC Classification: JFSL; MBPK; MJA; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 17. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632052240
ISBN
9780632052240
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.21

Paperback. Practitioners of all professions recognize the need and importance of collaboration, yet many find it far from easy to achieve. This book provides insights and understandings into the complexities of collaborative relationships so that individuals and groups can take constructive action to detect hindrances and attempt to overcome them. Editor(s): Hornby, Sally; Atkins, Jo. Num Pages: 240 pages, 2 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBK; JFF; JKSN; MBP; MQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 163 x 14. Weight in Grams: 374.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632056699
ISBN
9780632056699
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.21

Paperback. The importance of the community practice teacher is increasing with the expansion in primary care. Universities around the country have developed courses for practice educators to provide definitive training for that role -- there are currently few texts that support these courses directly. Num Pages: 240 pages, 10. BIC Classification: JKS; MBP; MQCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 169 x 13. Weight in Grams: 396.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632057078
ISBN
9780632057078
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 82.87

Paperback. Society is rapidly changing its expectations of professionals in all arenas. This book looks at the changing professional standards in health, education and the creative arts. Editor(s): Higgs, Joy, BSc, GradDipPty, MPHEd, AM, PhD; Titchen, Angie. Num Pages: 304 pages, 20 illustrations. BIC Classification: AB; JN; KCF; MBPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 16. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632059331
ISBN
9780632059331
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 105.85

Paperback. Examines management theory and its applications in healthcare, with an emphasis on relating theory to the organisation of patient care and effective management in everyday practice. This guide to health care management explores clinical governance, middle management, interprofessional working, and clinical leadership. Num Pages: 216 pages, 9. BIC Classification: MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 173 x 13. Weight in Grams: 372.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632064335
ISBN
9780632064335
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.90

Paperback. Reviewing research and presenting empirical data from Sweden and elsewhere, the authors examine basic concepts, possible hypotheses, explanatory models, and policy solutions for the biological and social causes of the differences in health between men and women. Editor(s): Ostlin, Piroska; etc.; Danielsson, Finn; Harenstam, Annika; Lindberg, Gudrun. Translator(s): Duncan, Dorothy. Num Pages: 328 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DNS; JH; JPQB; MBNH; MBP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 510.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674005280
ISBN
9780674005280
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.92

Hardcover. Applying anti-trust tools wisely is a tricky business, and Haas-Wilson carefully explains how it can be done. Focusing on the economic concepts necessary to the enforcement of the anti-trust laws in healthcare markets, Haas-Wilson provides a useful roadmap for guiding the future of these markets. Num Pages: 256 pages, 1 line illustration, 1 table. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KC; KNS; LNCH; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 513.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674010529
ISBN
9780674010529
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 80.00
€ 73.09

Paperback. If we can decode the human genome and fashion working machines out of atoms, why can't we navigate the quagmire that is our health care system? This book recounts the fraught history of health care in America since the 1960s. Num Pages: 320 pages, 3 line illustrations, 4 halftones. BIC Classification: MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 146 x 20. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674024151
ISBN
9780674024151
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.63

Paperback. Proposals to reform the health care system typically focus on either increasing private insurance or expanding government-sponsored plans. In this book, the author presents a comprehensive new proposal, SecureChoice, which does all that while providing affordable health insurance for every American. Num Pages: 336 pages, 7 line illustrations, 2 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 22. Weight in Grams: 422.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674057364
ISBN
9780674057364
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 29.73

Paperback. The report of the Commission on the Education of Health Professionals for the 21st Century, an independent initiative of 20 leaders from around the world, addresses the evolving demands of health systems in an interdependent world. It articulates a fresh vision and recommends renewed actions, with a focus on institutional and instructional reforms. Num Pages: 112 pages, 23 black-and-white photographs, 13 color illustrations. BIC Classification: MBN; MBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 254 x 6. Weight in Grams: 378.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Harvard School of Public Health United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
112
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674061484
ISBN
9780674061484
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 11.96

Paperback. Examines the emergence of private, work-based benefits; the uniquely American pursuit of "social insurance"; the influence of race and gender on the health care debate; and the confrontation between reformers and powerful economic and health interests. Series: Politics and Society in Modern America. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKS; MBP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 514.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691119519
ISBN
9780691119519
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 34.68

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