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On the battlefield, seconds count. PHTLS: Prehospital Trauma Life Support, Military Ninth Edition teaches and reinforces the principles of rapidly assessing a trauma patient using an orderly approach, immediately treating life-threatening problems as they are identified, and minimizing any delays in initiating transport to an appropriate destination. Developed by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) in cooperation with the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ASC-COT), PHTLS, the Military Ninth Edition reflects current, evidence-based knowledge and practice, and promotes critical-thinking as the foundation for providing quality care.Since 99 , Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) has improved the care rendered in combat prehospital environments.TCCC is the battlefield prehospital component of the Joint Trauma System, an organization within the Department of Defense that projects combat trauma care out to the point of injury and continues that c

What are a princess’s favorite things? Find out, in this beautifully illustrated book, complete with more than 350 reusable die-cut stickers! Join a diverse group of lovely princesses as they enjoy their favorite activities: riding on flying horses, going to a garden party, dressing up for a fancy birthday bash (you’re invited!), attending a royal ball, and celebrating a wedding. Children can complete colorful scenes using the eight pages of die-cut stickers, play “I spy” games on every page, and end with a treasure hunt. It’s absolutely magical!

The Evan-Moor Smart Start STEM Grade 1 Activity Book introduces scientific concepts to first graders using a mixture of hands-on activities, stories and problem solving tasks that are sure to keep kids entertained while theyre gaining invaluable skills. When working on physical science concepts, gr. 1 students will focus on the differences between solids, liquids and gases. The life science sections discuss the things animals eat and how they take care of their babies, all in language that grade one kids can comprehend. And, in the earth science lessons, well introduce concepts about the moon, bodies of water and weather.

The 80 books in this series (20 per level) cover the full range of phonics skills---from short vowels (Level A), to short vowels with blends and digraphs (Level B), to long vowels and diphthongs (Leverl C), to complex vowels and multisyllabic words (Level D).These books provide highly-controlled phonics practice and offer a complete basic course in decoding. They can also serve as supplemental reading texts when using other programs such as Phonics Readers as the scope and sequence of each series correlates.Level B features+ Short Vowels+ Consonant Vowel Consonant+ Digraphs+ Blends* Introduces intermediate vowels and consonants.* Help children understand letter-pairing and how sounds can be blended to form words.* Repetitive sentence pattern provides extensive practices.

Claudia and her sister, Janine, may as well be from two different planets. Claudia, who pays more attention to her artwork and The Baby-sitters Club than her homework, feels like she can't compete with her perfect sister. Janine studies nonstop, gets straight As, and even takes college-level courses! But when something unexpected happens to the most beloved person in their family, will the sisters be able to put aside their differences?Raina Telgemeier, using the signature style featured in her acclaimed graphic novelsSmile and Sisters, perfectly captures all the drama and charm of the original novel!

This pocket-sized paperback is one of the twenty-two titles published for 2015 Hong Kong International Poetry Nights. The theme of IPHHK2015 is “Poetry and Conflict”. 21 international poets from 18 di

NAACP Image Award winner and ALA Notable, this luminous, celebrated novel in verse is now in paperback.Serafina made a secret promiseto go to school and learn to readso she can become a doctorwith her best friend, Julie Marie.But following her dream isn't easy-endless chores, little moneyand stomach-rumbling hungerall test her resolve.When an earthquake hits and separates Serafina from friends and family,she encounters her biggest test of all.Serafina made a secret promise.Will she survive to keep it?有色人種進步協會形象獎得主，美國圖書館協會推薦童書莎拉菲娜與自己約定好：他要去學校讀書，並與她最好的朋友一起成為醫生。實現夢想的路很困難，他總有做不完的家事、永遠不夠的錢與總是餓到咕嚕嚕叫的肚子。有天，地震襲擊莎拉菲娜的家鄉，使得他與家人朋友分隔，莎拉菲娜該如何度過這場危機，繼續她與自己的約定呢？

《Civil Society》是一部探討公民自發行動與公共生活的經典著作，也是理解「公民社會」不可或缺的重要文本。面對近年來席捲全球的抗議運動與社會動盪，本書提醒我們：真正能長期塑造社會的力量，往往並不只存在於街頭或新聞焦點中，而是深植於人們日常參與的志願組織、社群與公民網絡之中。Civil Society has become a standard work of reference for anyone seeking to understand the role of voluntary citizen action in shaping society.Recent waves of global unrest have highlighted the visibility and impact of social movements and street protests in world politics. Yet, as this lucid and accessible book demonstrates, the real power of citizens more often flows through everyday participation in voluntary associations, community groups, and civic networks—forms of “normal” civic life that rarely make headlines. This is the deeper, underlying story of civil society.In this updated edition, Michael Edwards examines key developments that have rapidly transformed the civic landscape in recent years. These include the growing intersections between civil society and the market, such as social enterprises and “venture philanthropy,” as well as the

Join the little lion cub on his day of adventures on the African savanna. Watch him run, jump, play, eat, and sleep, cuddle with mom, and roll around with his brother and sister. Told in simple yet lively text built with sight words and using picture icons to aid reading, National Geographic Pre-readers will enchant kids just beginning their journey with books.

施敏教授從事元件及製程之研究與發展迄今五十餘年，以「非揮發性記憶體」的發明，奠定其半導體界的地位；李明逵教授從事半導體物理元件教學多年。本書是學生學習應用物理、電機電子及材料科學等領域的必備基礎教材，也是工程師及科學界需要知道最新元件和技術發展的最佳參考。 本書與第二版的差異為，我們修正並更新了35% 的教材，增加了許多章節討論近年來較重要的題目，如互補式金氧半影像感測器（CMOS image

Master the Powerful Virtualization Tools in Oracle VMSet up and maintain a dynamic virtualization platform across your enterprise using the detailed information contained in this Oracle Press guide. Oracle VM Implementation and Administration Guide contains key virtualization concepts, practical instructions, examples, and best practices. Find out how to design Oracle VM server farms, build and deploy virtual machines, handle provisioning and cloning, and work with Oracle VM Manager. Monitoring, tuning, and security techniques are also covered in this comprehensive volume.Install, configure, and manage all Oracle VM componentsPlan, size, and set up Oracle VM server farms and server poolsControl resources from Oracle Enterprise Manager Grid Control, Oracle VM Manager, and Oracle VM Command Line InterfaceGovern network drives and virtual storage using Oracle VM toolsCreate virtual machines manually or from Oracle library templatesConvert existing virtual machines on other systems to Orac

Hide-and-seek is a great game, but Nick always finds where Sally is hiding. And that's no fun! Enter the Cat in the Hat. His friend Gecko is an expert at hiding. Maybe Gecko can share some tips with the kids? So off they go to the jungle, where Gecko teaches them how to hide in plain sight—using camouflage! Kids won't be able to hide their delight in this rhymed Step 2, Step into Reading book based on an episode from the new PBS Kids television show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! (Step 2 is for children who recognize familiar words and sound out new words with aural and visual cues. Step 2 titles have simple stories, basic vocabulary, and short sentences.)

Trauma recovery is tricky; however, there are several key principles that can help make the process safe and effective. This book gives patients and therapists alike the skills to understand and implement the eight keys to successful trauma survival: mindfulness; a focus on survival; recovery without false memories; creating an inner dialogue that soothes; building psychological defenses to cope; understanding the role of shame; finding your own recovery pace; and recognizing and using common sense in safe recovery.This is not another book promoting a new method or type of treatment; rather, it is a necessary adjunct to other therapies. After reading this book, readers will be able to recognize their own individual needs and evaluate whether those needs are being met. They will have the tools necessary to put themselves in the driver's seat, navigating their own safe road to recovery.

遙測科技概可分為影像獲取(Image Acquisition)、影像處理、及影像判釋三大領域。其中影像獲取是比較特殊的領域 (屬於太空科技)，不是一般人可以窺其堂奧；但是影像處理及影像判釋應該算是連體嬰，兩者必須形影不離。完成了影像處理，還不算已獲得完整的成果，應該還需要利用人腦進行影像判釋；同樣的，要使影像處理的功效能夠達到需求，專業人員也需要懂得影像判釋的方法與技術。這就是本書所要揭示的科學方

Word by Word Picture Dictionary, Second Edition, by Steven J. Molinsky and Bill Bliss, is the only truly communicative vocabulary development program! This is the new edition of the picture dictionary program famous worldwide for itsease-of-use, lively spirit,andactive conversational approach.Outstanding features of the new edition:The English/Japanese Editionand otherBilingual Editionspresent the second language in blue next to each English word.Vibrant illustrationsandsimple accessible lesson pagesare designed for clarity and ease-of-use with learners at all levels.Word by Wordis the most learner-friendly picture dictionary ― especially for Beginners.More than 4,000 words inan expanded range of topicsprepare students for success using English in everyday life, in the community, in school, and at work.A careful research-based sequence of lessonsintegrates students’ development of grammar and vocabulary skills through topics that begin with the immediate world of the student and progre

Soothe little ones' nighttime fears with this unique bedtime book! Whoo's There? offers gentle rhymes about six nighttime creatures -- an owl, a raccoon, fireflies, and more.Shine the beam of a light (not included) through the page ''windows'' to cast pictures on the wall as you read with your child.It's a fun and comforting way to end the day and experience a book together.Please note: For best results, use this shadow book with a small, single-bulb light source. A small pen light, other single-LED light, or the light on the back of a smartphone is recommended. Multi-LED flashlights are not recommended. If you have trouble getting a clear image, try moving your light closer to or farther away from the page.Ages 3 to 9.Sturdy covered wire-o hardcover binding.Book measures 6-3/8'' wide x 9'' high.

A stolen watermelon...Dueling kites...A blond wig left at the scene of the crime...And a smashed wristwatch whose time has run out!These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain. Try to crack the cases along with him--the answers to all the mysteries are found in the back!

Suspects who are identical twins...A leaking tent...Magical worm pills...A zebra's portrait...And a sheet of toilet paper from Spain that's been swiped!These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain. Try crack the cases along with him--the answer to all the mysteries are found in the back!

A stolen teacup...An extra set of footprints...Four very strange words...A pirate's treasure...And a race to find a cheater in Idaville's annual disgusting sneaker contest!These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computerlike brain. Try to crack the cases along with him--the answers to all the mysteries are found in the back!

Spread some Christmas cheer with Nate the Great in this holiday adventure! Beginning readers are introduced to the detective mystery genre, perfect for the Common Core. Kids can problem-solve with Nate, using logical thinking to solve mysteries!Annie's dog is unhappy. When Fang is unhappy, everyone is unhappy. Especially Nate the Great. So Nate agrees to sniff out Fang's mysteriously missing Christmas mail. It's cold and snowy. But Nate the Great and his dog, Sludge, will try to solve this holiday case in time for Fang to have a crunchy, munchy Christmas.Check out the Fun Activities section in the back of the book!“They don’t come any cooler than Nate the Great.”—The Huffington Post

Shadow lives in the forest...It goes forth at nightto prowl around the fires.It even likes to minglewith the dancers...Shadow...It waves with the grasses,curls up at the foot of trees... But in the African experience Shadow is much more. The village storytellers and shamans of an Africa that is passing into memory called forth for the poet Blaise Cendrars an eerie image, shifting between the beliefs of the present and the spirits of the past. Shadow...It does not cry out,it has no voice...It can cast a spell over you...It follows man everywhere,even to war... Marcia Brown's stunning illustrations in collage, inspired by her travels in Africa, evoke the atmosphere and drama of a life now haunted, now enchanted by Shadow.

Pete the Cat Big Lunch Card Game TinSandwich Stacking Fun​Pete the Cat is the coolest cat ever! Based on the best-selling book series, our Pete the Cat games introduce kids to simple learning concepts wrapped up in fun games. Kids develop color recognition, counting and decision-making skills. Keep on movin' and groovin' with Pete the Cat.​In Big Lunch Card Game, kids collect different cards to create a giant groovy sandwich using different colored food cards to win.​Reinforces color recognition and collaborative playFeatures characters and images from Pete's Big LunchContents:34 Food Cards18 Action CardsInstructionsPlayers: 2 to 4Ages: 4 and up

Hare solves his family’s problems by tricking rich and lazy Bear in this funny, energetic version of an old slave story. With roots in American slave tales, Tops & Bottoms celebrates the trickster tradition of using one’s wits to overcome hardship. “As usual, Stevens’ animal characters, bold and colorful, are delightful. . . . It’s all wonderful fun, and the book opens, fittingly, from top to bottom instead of from side to side, making it perfect for story-time sharing.”--BooklistThis title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 2-3, Stories)

Accurate, robust and fast image reconstruction is a critical task in many scientific, industrial and medical applications. Over the last decade, image reconstruction has been revolutionized by the rise of compressive imaging. It has fundamentally changed the way modern image reconstruction is performed. This in-depth treatment of the subject commences with a practical introduction to compressive imaging, supplemented with examples and downloadable code, intended for readers without extensive background in the subject. Next, it introduces core topics in compressive imaging – including compressed sensing, wavelets and optimization – in a concise yet rigorous way, before providing a detailed treatment of the mathematics of compressive imaging. The final part is devoted to recent trends in compressive imaging: deep learning and neural networks. With an eye to the next decade of imaging research, and using both empirical and mathematical insights, it examines the potential benefits and the

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