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This text is a comprehensive review in normal and abnormal pregnancy physiology, the most common etiologies of maternal medical emergencies, recognition of maternal deterioration and pending cardiopulmonary arrest, modifications to cardiopulmonary resuscitation in pregnant and postpartum patients, special procedures that can assist in diagnosing and treating maternal medical emergencies tailored to the setting (e.g., point-of-care ultrasound, resuscitative cesarean delivery, extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation), treatment of trauma/stroke in pregnancy, and postpartum maternal medical emergencies. There are streamlined algorithms and cognitive aids designed to improve a team's ability to successfully implement techniques unique to treating maternal medical emergencies and cardiac arrest. Offers a practical guide to treating complex and challenging maternal medical emergencies Equips the entire team responding to a maternal cardiac arrest with the current evidence-based approaches and techniques Presents a thorough review, detailed algorithms, and a consolidated discussion of the practical aspects of implementation The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons [Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND)] 4.0 license.

Winner: Cheryl Frank Memorial Prize for innovative writing on critical realismThis new textbook offers a succinct yet broad introduction to critical realism, an increasingly popular approach to the philosophy of science that provides a holistic alternative to both positivism and postmodernism.This text sets out the central concepts, arguments and understandings in critical realism and relates them to social scientific practice. In addition to answering the question'what is critical realism?', the authors consider critical realism in light of two crucial themes in contemporary society – neoliberalism and climate change – which run as common threads throughout the chapters. While some introductions to the topic focus exclusively on the work of Roy Bhaskar – critical realism's best-known proponent – this text covers a much wider range of thinkers and social researchers, and also features Key Concept boxes and CR in Action boxes throughout to aid the reader through this complex yet rewarding subject.This text is the perfect entry point for all those studying critical realism for the first time, or for those seeking to re-familiarise themselves with this approach. Whether you're studying critical realism as part of a broader course on the philosophy of science or seeking to apply critical realist methods to a particular research project, this book is essential reading for the social sciences, humanities and beyond.

This book presents the outcomes of the special sessions of the 16th International Conference on Distributed Computing and Artificial Intelligence 2019, a forum that brought together ideas, projects and lessons associated with distributed computing and artificial intelligence, and their applications in various areas. Artificial intelligence is currently transforming our society. Its application in distributed environments, such as the internet, electronic commerce, environmental monitoring, mobile communications, wireless devices, and distributed computing, to name but a few, is continuously increasing, making it an element of high added value and tremendous potential. These technologies are changing constantly as a result of the extensive research and technical efforts being pursued at universities and businesses alike. The exchange of ideas between scientists and technicians from both the academic and industrial sectors is essential to facilitating the development of systems that can meet the ever-growing demands of today's society. This year's technical program was characterized by high quality and diversity, with contributions in both well-established and evolving areas of research. More than 120 papers were submitted to the main and special sessions tracks from over 20 different countries (Algeria, Angola, Austria, Brazil, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Oman, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Tunisia, the United Kingdom and United States), representing a truly “wide area network” of research activity. The symposium was jointly organized by the Osaka Institute of Technology and the University of Salamanca. This year's event was held in Avila, Spain, from 26th to 28th June, 2019. The authors wish to thank the sponsors: the IEEE Systems Man and Cybernetics Society, Spain Section Chapter and the IEEE Spain Section (Technical Co-Sponsor), IBM, Indra, Viewnext, Global Exchange, AEPIA, APPIA and AIR institute.

Die 2. Auflage Diagnostik und Therapie von Eisenmangel mit und ohne Anämie beschreibt die neuesten Informationen zur Biochemie und Molekularbiologie von Eisen, wo die letzten Jahre zu einer Reihe von neuen Erkenntnissen geführt haben. Ein Eisenmangel kann heute viel besser diagnostiziert werden als früher, und auch die Therapie des Eisenmangels mit und ohne Anämie ist durch viele Studien inzwischen gut belegt und hat zu Leitlinien in Europa und Deutschland geführt. Ein Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Effektivität und Sicherheit der vorhandenen pharmazeutischen Eisenpräparate, wobei die Vor- und Nachteile jeweils ausführlich dargestellt werden. Diese Monographie stellt insgesamt eine wertvolle Referenz über das Thema Eisenmangel für Wissenschaftler und Studenten, vor allem aber auch für praktizierende Ärzte in der Behandlung ihrer entsprechenden Patienten dar.

Instant answers for your boat handling, navigation, and seamanship questions The Instant Handbook uses a dynamic new quick-reference format to cover the critical aspects of piloting, seamanship, and boat handling under sail or power more accessibly and effectively than has ever been done before. It puts at your fingertips all the information you need about: Boat Handling Under Power--Bob Sweet Sail Trim and Rig Tuning--Bill Gladstone Using Nautical Charts--Bob Sweet Using GPS--Bob Sweet Using VHF and SSB Radios--Bob Sweet Rules of the Road and Running Light Patterns--Charlie Wing Knots, Splices, and Line Handling--Charlie Wing Anchoring--Peter Nielsen Onboard Weather Forecasting--Bob Sweet Heavy Weather Sailing--John Rousmaniere Diesel Engine Care and Repair--Nigel Calder Emergencies On Board--John Rousmaniere Emergency First Aid On Board--Richard Clinchy

Anchoring is a necessary skill for any boater--power or sail--whether for a picnic lunch in a secluded cove or for an overnight visit in a distant anchorage. This 16-panel, foldout guide provides fast, easy-to-follow instructions for safe and efficient anchoring. Printed in full color on hinged, heavily laminated, waterproof stock, this tough resource holds its own even in rough weather.

Die vorliegende Monographie beschäftigt sich mit der Therapie von Eisenüberladungserkrankungen. Eisen ist ein wichtiges essentielles Spurenelement mit vielen Funktionen im Stoffwechsel, kann aber als Schwermetall auch toxisch wirken. Eisenmangel und Eisenüberladung sind weltweit sehr häufige Krankheiten, die medizinisch und sozioökonomisch große Bedeutung haben. Schwerpunkt sind hierbei die sekundären Formen (z.B. bei Thalassämien, Sichelzellanämie u.a.), die infolge häufiger Bluttransfusionen entstehen und bei denen eine fortschreitende Eisenüberladung schwere Organschäden hervorrufen kann. Hier gilt es, in der medizinischen Betreuung die Eisenüberladung mit neuen diagnostischen Methoden zu erkennen und mit einer individuell angepassten effektiven Eisenentzugstherapie frühzeitig zu behandeln. Therapeutische Möglichkeiten bei diesen Krankheiten werden aufgezeigt, wobei den neuen oralen Eisenchelatoren breiter Raum eingeräumt wird.