The field of intellectual property (typically referred to as IP) is one that continues its rapid growth. Just a few years ago, individuals who identifi ed themselves as practitioners in the fi eld of intellectual property were met with blank stares. Now IP professionals are in constant demand, and it is a rare issue of any legal newspaper...

GAME DEVELOPMENT ESSENTIALS: AN INTRODUCTION, 3E is an authoritative, industry-driven introduction to the world of game development, with updates that keep readers current and well-prepared for a successful career in the field. This book not only examines content creation and the concepts behind development, but it also give readers a...

INSIDE RHINOCEROS 5, is the ideal introduction to using the latest version of Rhino. This well-designed book bridges the gap between theoretical and software-oriented approaches to computer modeling by providing a balanced presentation of theory, concepts, and hands-on tutorials. It begins with an overview of the Rhinoceros 5 interface and...

Reflecting the latest practices from the field, 2013 CODING WORKBOOK FOR THE PHYSICIAN'S OFFICE enables readers to expand their medical vocabulary, improve their CPT and ICD-9-CM coding skills, and transition to ICD-10-CM. Coding exercises reference each section of the CPT and ICD-9-CM coding manuals as well as HPCS Level II codes....

Students throughout the world fear and dread solving word problems. As students' reading skills have declined, so have their abilities to solve word problems. This book offers solutions to the most standard and non-standard word problems available. It follows the suggestions of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and...

This book provides essential information on the core clinical skills and procedures dental assistants need to know. Concise and user friendly, it presents a learning system appropriate for formal education settings, lab-based programs, on-the-job training and refresher courses, as well as chairside reference. Outstanding illustrations make...

Offering sound presentation of fundamental nursing concepts, and precise coverage of step-by-step clinical procedures, the second edition of Fundamentals of Nursing has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest developments in current practice. NEW TO EDITION: Coverage of the nursing process has been moved forward, opening with a...

Ideal for instruction in nursing, health information, medical assisting, medical transcription or health unit coordinator programs, this text contains numerous end-of-chapter exercises and case studies to challenge the learner. The most commonly ordered tests are covered, complete with an accurate description of the name and type of test, how...