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A full-color, visual guide to the basics of Windows 8.1, written for seniors, by a senior in a jargon-free style, using specific examples in clear, step-by-step instructions

<p>Start using Windows 8 or 8.1 right away--the QuickSteps way. Full-color screenshots on every page with clear instructions make it easy to use this versatile operating system on any device and navigate the interface with a touchscreen, keyboard, or mouse. Written by a senior for seniors, this book shows you how to customize your desktop, store data, browse the Internet, use email, work with documents and photos, enjoy multimedia, access the cloud, and use apps. You'll get tips for maintaining your system, adding hardware and software, and controlling security. This practical, visual guide gets you up and running on Windows 8.1 in no time!</p>

<p>Use these handy guideposts:</p>

 QuickSteps for accomplishing common tasks

Personal insights from other seniors

Need-to-know facts in concise narrative

Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things

Bonus information related to the topic being covered

Errors and pitfalls to avoid



<p>The unique, landscape-oriented layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer.</p>

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Expert advice on how to find (and purchase and outfit) that safe, affordable, and responsive sailboat to take readers around the world, or around the bay

Unlike other books that go into fundamentals about rudder designs, etc., Bluewater Sailing for Any Budget concentrates on specific advice about the search process, the buying process, and final outfitting.The centerpiece of the book is yacht delivery captain and marina owner James Elfer's analysis of 20 offshore-capable sailboats available for under $50,000. This one-of-a-kind list of boats is based on an exhaustive survey of industry professionals, and the boats are readily available for purchase in most regions.
Unique, well researched and well-founded list of capable boats Includes first-person accounts from owners Table of data for each boat, including important capsize number (an indicator of stability) Multiple photos and lines plans

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More than 4,800 illustrations address common head and neck imaging issues most often faced by radiologists in clinical practice

Head and Neck Imaging Variants delivers more than 375 cases and 4,800 illustrations to help you determine whether a finding is truly abnormal or merely a variant and to avoid common imaging pitfalls. Imaging variants affecting all areas of head and neck imaging are addressed. Companion cases are included with almost all of the primary variant cases to help illustrate key differentiating imaging features. In addition, because interpreting the postoperative and irradiated neck can be a daunting task, a large number of these cases are included in this textbook.

Since it is vital to understand the important characteristics of a variant or disease process in order to interpret imaging accurately, short discussions about the variant and relevant pathology are included. Salient features of the more common head and neck surgical procedures pertinent to image interpretation are also discussed.

FEATURES:
Valuable to the radiologist who interprets head and neck imaging as well as to residents and fellows Peer reviewed literature provided and referenced for the variants as well as for the companion cases Large, high-resolution images that clearly annotate the imaging findings
ABOUT THE McGRAW-HILL RADIOLOGY SERIES
This innovative series offers indispensable workstation reference material for the practicing radiologist. Within this series is a full range of practical, clinically relevant works divided into three categories:
PATTERNS: Organized by modality, these books provide a pattern-based approach to constructing practical differential diagnosis
VARIANTS: Structured by modality as well as anatomy, these graphic references aid the radiologist in reducing false-positive ratesCASES: Classic case presentations with an emphasis on differential diagnosis and clinical context

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Oracle PL/SQL Performance Tuning Tips & Techniques

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Proven PL/SQL Optimization Solutions

<p>In Oracle PL/SQL Performance Tuning Tips & Techniques, Oracle ACE authors with decades of experience building complex production systems for government, industry, and educational organizations present a hands-on approach to enabling optimal results from PL/SQL. The book begins by describing the discovery process required to pinpoint performance problems and then provides measurable and repeatable test cases. In-depth coverage of linking SQL and PL/SQL is followed by deep dives into essential Oracle Database performance tuning tools. Real-world examples and best practices are included throughout this Oracle Press guide.</p>

 Follow a request-driven nine-step process to identify and address performance problems in web applications

Use performance-related database tools, including data dictionary views, logging, tracing, PL/SQL Hierarchical Profiler, PL/Scope, and RUNSTATS

Instrument code to pinpoint performance issues using call stack APIs, error stack APIs, and timing markers

Embed PL/SQL in SQL and manage user-defined functions

Embed SQL in PL/SQL using a set-based approach to handle large volumes of data

Properly write and deploy data manipulation language triggers to avoid performance problems

Work with advanced datatypes, including LOBs and XML

Use caching techniques to avoid redundant operations

Effectively use dynamic SQL to reduce the amount of code needed and streamline system management

Manage version control and ensure that performance fixes are successfully deployed



<p>Code examples in the book are available for download.</p>

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Laboratory  Medicine Diagnosis of Disease in Clinical Laboratory 2/E

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A complete full-color guide to medical test selection and test result interpretation

<p>Laboratory Medicine is an essential text for medical students and residents studying clinical pathology, medical technology students, and for practitioners working in a clinical setting. By selecting the appropriate tests and interpreting the results correctly, physicians using this book should be able to optimize patient outcomes and reduce the cost of achieving a diagnosis.</p>

<p>This full-color guide features an easy-to-follow, consistent presentation for each disease discussed. Chapters begin with a brief description of the disorder followed by a discussion that includes tables detailing the laboratory evaluation of specific disorders, and coverage of diagnosis, baseline tests to exclude diagnostic possibilities, and clinical indications that warrant further screening and special testing.</p>

<p>Features</p>

 Updated to reflect the most current information

46 laboratory methods presented in easy-to-understand illustrations which include information on the expense and complexity of the assays

More than 200 tables and full-color algorithms encapsulate important information and facilitate understanding

Full-color blood-smear micrographs demonstrate common abnormal morphologies of red blood cells

Valuable learning aids in each chapter, including learning objectives, chapter outlines, and a general introduction

Extensive table of Clinical Laboratory Reference Values showing the conversions between US and SI units for each value

Coverage of genetic test options that are now commonly used in clinical practice

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Effective methods for recovering gas energy using expanders

<p>Expanders for Oil and Gas Operations offers in-depth details on different types of expanders, addressing the background, mechanical design features, design and operating requirements, operational processes, and potential problems for each class of expander. The book also discusses rotor dynamics, vibration theory, material strength, life estimation, and probabilistic analysis. The information in this practical, illustrated resource will help you to maintain and improve existing expanders and implement design enhancements for increased expander capacity as well as lifespan and maximum energy reuse.</p>

<p>Comprehensive coverage includes:</p>

 CCU hot gas expanders

Nitric acid expanders for chemical applications

Turboexpanders/cryogenic turboexpanders

Rotor dynamics

Bladed disk vibration and reliability

Damage in material and life analysis

Probabilistic concept and risk assessment

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Murari Singh, Michael J. Drosjack, David H. Linden

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A COMPREHENSIVE, FULL-COLOR GUIDE TO NEURORADIOLOGY SIGNS ACROSS ALL IMAGING MODALITIES

<p>The first book of its kind, Neuroradiology Signs provides a multimodality review of more than 440 neuroradiologic signs in CT, MR, angiography, radiography, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. It is designed to enhance your recognition of specific imaging patterns, enabling you to arrive at an accurate diagnosis.</p>

<p>Neuroradiology Signs consists of 7 chapters:</p>

 Adult and General Brain

Pediatric Brain

Head, Neck, and Orbits

Vascular

Skull and Facial Bones

Vertebrae

Spinal Cord and Nerves



<p>All cases have been reviewed by subspecialty experts and include:</p>

 Imaging Findings

Modalities

Differential Diagnosis

Discussion

References



<p>Full-color photographs illustrate sign etymology and enhance your learning experience. The index is conveniently organized by sign, diagnosis, and modality. Neuroradiology Signs is a valuable review for trainees preparing for board examinations and a trusted daily reference for practicing clinicians.</p>

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Pharmacy Tech Exam Certification and Review

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CD includes more than 2,000 test questions!
A complete case-based review for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE)
Pharmacy Technician Exam Review is a rigorous, all-in-one review for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination (PTCE). To be as relevant as possible, the content of this unique test preparation tool corresponds to the nine knowledge domains of the new PTCE exam blueprint, and the amount of coverage for each domain matches its importance on the exam.

Each chapter covers one of the nine knowledge domains on the test, with the knowledge areas listed at the beginning of each chapter. The nine chapters consist of:
Pharmacology for Technicians Pharmacy Law and Regulations Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounding Medication Safety Pharmacy Quality Assurance Medication Order Entry and Fill Process Pharmacy Inventory Management Pharmacy Billing and Reimbursement Pharmacy Information Systems Usage and Application
There is also a bonus chapter that reviews basic math to help you brush up on this essential topic.

Every chapter includes valuable learning aids such as:
A patient case to give the content real-world application Key Terms to familiarize you with important words and terms Tech Tips that highlight helpful facts Quick Quizzes to test your knowledge throughout the chapter A 50-question chapter-ending quiz

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Jodi Dreiling, Kristy Malacos, Allison Cannon, Eric Schmidt

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A practical clinically relevant introduction to diagnostic radiology
Introduction to Basic Radiology is written to provide non-radiologists with the level of knowledge necessary to order correct radiological examinations, improve image interpretation, and enhance their interpretation of various radiological manifestations. The book focuses on the clinical scenarios most often encountered in daily practice and discusses practical imaging techniques and protocols used to address common problems. Relevant case scenarios are included to demonstrate how to reach a specific diagnosis.

Introduction to Basic Radiology is divided into ten chapters. The first two chapters provide basic information on various diagnostic imaging techniques and control agents. Each of the following chapters discuss imaging of specific organ systems and begin with a description of the imaging modality of choice and illustrates the relevant features to help simplify the differential diagnosis. You will also find important chapters on pediatric radiology and women's imaging.

Unlike other introductory texts on the subject, this book treats diagnosis from a practical point of view. Rather than discuss various diseases and classify them from the pathologic standpoint, Introduction to Basic Radiology utilizes cases from the emergency room and physician's offices and uses a practical approach to reach a diagnosis. The cases walk you through a radiology experts analysis of imaging patterns. These cases are presented progressively, with the expert's thinking process described in detail. The cases highlight clinical presentation, clinical suspicion, modality of choice, radiologic technique, and pertinent imaging features of common disease processes.

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The most convenient and easy-to-use clinical manual available for outpatient medicine and family practice

Doody's Core Titles for 2021!

Family Medicine, Sixth Edition is the ultimate at-a-glance guide to the diagnosis and treatment of common primary care problems. The book spans the full scope of ambulatory medicine, and is organized according to the flow of patient care starting with insights into signs and symptoms, followed by expert disease management recommendations.

The information is presented in a manner that enables readers to quickly formulate a list of possible diagnosis, perform a cost-effective diagnostic work up, and prescribe therapy. The principles of clinical decision making and effective evidence-based management strategies are woven throughout.
The book is completely revised for the sixth edition Full-color insert with more than thirty photographs NEW CHAPTERS on inflammatory bowel disease and deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism

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McGraw-Hill Education 500 Questions to Know by Test Day: Math for the GRE Test

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.

500 Ways to Achieve Your Highest Score

<p>We want you to succeed on the Math section of the GRE test. That's why we've selected these 500 questions to help you study more effectively, use your preparation time wisely, and get your best score. These questions are similar to the ones you'll find on the GRE test, so you will know what to expect on test day. Each question includes a concise, easy-to-follow explanation in the answer key for your full understanding of the concepts. Whether you have been studying all year or are doing a last-minute review, McGraw-Hill: 500 Math Questions for the GRE Test will help you achieve the high score you desire.</p>

<p>Sharpen your subject knowledge, strengthen your thinking skills, and build your test-taking confidence with:</p>

 500 GRE test math questions

Full explanations for each question in the answer key

A format parallel to that of the GRE test

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Grow Your Investments with the Best Mutual Funds and ETFs: Making Long-Term Investment Decisions with the Best Funds Today

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The next leap in the evolution of ETF investing: a two-pronged strategy for succeeding in both bull and bear markets

ETF expert Stephen McKee introduces his Comet Systema proven system for selecting and timing the market to take full advantage of mutual funds and ETFs.

Stephen McKee is president of Investment Selections & Timing, Inc., and he publishes No-Load Mutual Fund Selections & Timing newsletter; he has been interviewed as an expert on the subject by Forbes, Barrons, The Hulbert Financial Digest, and Timer Digest

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"In all, beautifully written and wonderfully inspiring."--The Wall Street Journal A poignant account that will inspire you to tackle challenging sailing endeavors as well as squarely face life's emotional challenges, finding the courage to live a fully engaged, authentic life

Three years after his wife's death, Peter Bourke bought a boat--even though he had never learned to sail. In 2009, Peter entered the Oldest Singlehanded Trans-Atlantic Race at age 58. Sea Trials is the account of those 40 days of racing on his 44-foot sailboat Rubicon. Told with grace, insight, and humility, the book bares both the boredom and adventure of racing solo and provides insights to the value of going to sea.

The author is donating all author payments to the Semper Fi Fund, an organization that provides assistance to injured soldiers, sailors, and marines and to their families.

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Mike Meyers CompTIA Security+ Certification Passport, Fourth Edition  (Exam SY0-401)

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From the #1 Name in Professional Certification

<p>Prepare for CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-401 with McGraw-Hill Professionala Platinum-Level CompTIA Authorized Partner offering Authorized CompTIA Approved Quality Content to give you the competitive edge on exam day.</p>

<p>Get on the fast track to becoming CompTIA Security+ certified with this affordable, portable study tool--fully revised for the latest exam release. Inside, certification training experts guide you on your career path, providing expert tips and sound advice along the way. With an intensive focus only on what you need to know to pass CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-401, this certification passport is your ticket to success on exam day.</p>

<p>INSIDE:</p>

Itineraries -- List of official exam objectives covered

ETAs -- Amount of time needed to complete each lesson

Travel Advisories -- Expert advice on critical topics

Local Lingo -- Concise definitions of key terms and concepts

Travel Assistance -- Recommended resources for more information

Exam Tips -- Common exam pitfalls and solutions

Checkpoints -- End-of-chapter questions, answers, and explanations

Career Flight Path -- Information on the exam and possible next steps



<p>Electronic content includes:</p>

200 practice exam questions

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A rigorous, high-yield review for the new ABA Part 1: BASIC Examination

<p>The year 2014 marks the beginning of a new phase in board certification for anesthesiology residents in the United States. The Part 1 exam is now split into two written examinations: Basic and Advanced. Anesthesiology. Residents who are unable to pass the Basic examination will not be allowed to finish their training. That's why this book is a true must read for every anesthesiology resident. It is the single best way to take the stress out of this make-or-break exam, focus your study on nearly 200 must-know topics found on the board exam outline, and identify your areas of strength and weakness.</p>

<p>Written by program directors with many years of board examination advising experience, Anesthesiology Core Review Part One: BASIC Exam is designed to be the cornerstone of your study preparation. Each chapter of Anesthesiology Core Review succinctly summarizes key concepts in basic science and clinical anesthesia practice. Space is conveniently provided throughout the book to add notes from other study resources.</p>

<p>Anesthesiology Core Review Part One: BASIC Exam is logical divided into four sections:</p>

 Basic Science

Clinical Sciences

Organ-Based Sciences

Special Issues in Anesthesiology (covering important topics such as professionalism and licensure, ethics, and patient safety)



<p>With its expert authorship and concise yet thorough coverage, Anesthesiology Core Review Part One: BASIC Exam is biggest step you can take to assure effective preparation for the new ABA BASIC Examination.</p>

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Dozens of realistic cases help students make transition from classroom to clinic

The Physical Therapy Case Files series gives students realistic cases designed to help them make the transition from classroom to clinical work and is an outstanding review for the specialty topics included on the American Physical Therapy Association certification exams. This evidence-based series can stand alone or is the perfect complement to textbooks for enhanced learning in the context of real patients. Each case includes clinical tips, evidence-based practice recommendations, analysis, and review questions. These cases teach students how to think through evaluation, assessment, and treatment planning.
Includes 42 realistic sports medicine cases A great clinical refresher for practitioners looking to brush up on their skills

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BOOST PROFITS AND REDUCE COSTS BY EFFICIENTLY DELIVERING SUPERIOR MRO SERVICES

<p>Lean Maintenance Repair and Overhaul describes how MRO organizations can achieve significant improvement in financial performance by applying the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to guide the implementation of Lean manufacturing tools. This Lean/TOC approach facilitates a growth strategy by providing customer value, such as faster turnaround times, that the competition cannot match. Lean/TOC creates the capacity for this growth by eliminating waste.</p>

<p>This practical guide shows how Lean/TOC also provides the improvement strategy for dealing with the variation that distinguishes MRO from high-volume, repetitive manufacturing. The methodology expands the improvement efforts beyond the manufacturing floor to make the organizational changes needed to facilitate growth and to empower the workforce to be enthusiastic participants in the improvement processes. You will learn how these concepts have been applied to MRO organizations in the commercial and defense sectors.</p>

<p>COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE INCLUDES:</p>

 The MRO business opportunity

The goal of Lean and how Lean for MRO is different

Achieving sustained growth in the MRO business

Managing the MRO process

Enabling flow in an MRO environment

The Lean MRO toolkit

Managing the back-shops

Creating a visual culture for the implementation of Lean/TOC

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Mandyam Srinivasan, Melissa R. Bowers, Kenneth Gilbert

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Atlas of Practical Genitourinary Pathology

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A full-color text and atlas of common and rare genitourinary conditions for practicing pathologists
Atlas of Practical Genitourinary Pathology teaches the surgical pathologist how to accurately diagnose and effectively manage the full spectrum of common and rare genitourinary diseases. Completely current with the latest advances in the field, it is one of the first texts to address the new diagnostic markers for GU tumors and the increasing application of immunohistochemistry.

Featuring chapters with easy-to-read headings such as Definitions, Clinical Features, Gross Pathology, and Histology, Atlas of Practical Genitourinary Pathology is logically divided into two parts: Male Reproductive Surgical Pathology and Urinary Tract Surgical Pathology. More than 1,500 full-color histology slides assist in fast sample recognition and the concise bulleted text provides the need-to-know data for proper diagnoses and treatment.

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Winning With Liquid Alternatives: How to Achieve Your Financial Goals by Investing in 40 Act Alternative Mutual Funds

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How new and fast-proliferating mutual funds and ETFs can put a backbone in your portfolio

<p>Until recently, only the very wealthiest individual investors have been able to access the alternative strategies that major institutions rely upon to help them reduce portfolio risks and meet investment targets. But now all that is changing, thanks to liquid alternatives.</p>

<p>The term, liquid alternatives, refers to a new breed of mutual funds and ETFs that combine the sophisticated, goal-driven strategies of the hedge fund world with the daily liquidity, regulatory oversight, and accessibility of mutual funds. The rise of these hybrid investment vehicles rewrites the playbook for investors who want portfolio tools that are more robust than standard-issue stocks and bonds, but who cant meet the net worth tests or afford the high minimums required to invest in hedge funds (the vehicle in which alternatives have traditionally been packaged).</p>

<p>Written by a seasoned expert in alternatives research and product development, Winning with Liquid Alternatives gives investors tools to understand, evaluate, and use these new investment vehicles. In a clear, straightforward style, this action-oriented guide provides:</p>

 A historical framework tracing the evolution and later convergence of the hedge fund and mutual fund industries.

Evidence showing the results that major investors have achieved with alternative investments.

Performance, risk, and cost comparisons for hedge funds and mutual funds.

An overview of available liquid alternatives and the types of strategies they employ.

Portfolio construction concepts, such as risk budgeting, for putting liquid alts to work.

Practical tools for researching and selecting the strategies that best fit your goals, deciding how much to allocate to alternatives, and building them into your overall portfolio.



<p>Investors no longer need to be passive in the face of volatile stock and bond markets. Readers of Winning with Liquid Alternatives will learn new ways to weatherproof their portfolios and advance toward their individual financial goals.</p>

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Current Diagnosis and Treatment Surgery 14/E

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Evidence-based, point-of-care information on 1000diseases and disorders most often treated by surgeons

Expansive coverage of general surgery and all subspecialties you need to be versed in, including otolaryngology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, urology, and pediatrics

Intuitively organized to help you find answers quickly and easily

More than 600 photographs and illustrations

Detailed treatment algorithms

NEW! Chapter-ending multiple-choice questions

An outstanding review for the USMLE and shelf exams

Updated throughout with the latest research and discoveries



<p>LANGE</p>

<p>"All medical libraries should acquire this book, which is an outstanding text for medical students." -- 4-star Doody's review of a previous edition</p>

<p>Essential for students, residents, practitioners, and surgeons</p>

<p>The best introductory text to the field of surgery</p>