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Ball presents readers with a narrative account of the aids epidemic and its emotional impact on both patients and the people who cared for them through the 1990s. The author has organized the main bod
The 10 chapters in this book explore current critical issues related to the politics, funding, academy, and practice of the nursing profession, particularly in North America and Australia. Contributor
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The majority of fathers, father-substitutes, and father figures wish to do well by their children. However, as a number of high profile cases testify, fathers often feel that they receive poor treatme
Pritchard, a social worker in the UK who focuses on abuse, risk, and violence, compiles 12 chapters that discuss issues relating to adult abuse and protection, in this book meant for social workers, c
Basic Skills for Home Care Aides DVD Series will cover the core skills covered on the NAHC?'s certification exam. This series will show learners 80 core skills in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step form
