David Stanley

Long recognized as the premier travel writer to the South Pacific, author David Stanley narrows and deepens his focus in Tonga-Samoa Handbook. Covering the lush, tropical Samoas, the ancient Kingdom of Tonga, and lonely little Niue, this book provides: -- Penetrating coverage of the unique histories, cultures, and mores of the region -- Practical tips on flights to Tonga-Samoa and interisland travel -- Extensive accommodations listings, from the colorful International Dateline Hotel in Nuku'alofa to low-budget guesthouses in Apia -- Tips on where and what to eat: traditional Samoan palusami, the gargantuan Tongan feasts of Vava'u, and the pizzerias and mountainous ice-cream cones of Pago Pago -- 32 detailed maps

Moon Handbooks Tonga-Samoa

Clare L. Bennett

Alison H. James

CLINICAL LEADERSHIP IN NURSING AND HEALTHCARE Clinical Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare offers a range of tools and topics that support and foster clinically focused nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop their leadership skills and strategies. The textbook is helpfully divided into three parts: information on the attributes of clinical leaders, the tools healthcare students and staff can use to develop their leadership potential, and clinical leadership issues. It also outlines a number of principles, frameworks, and topics that support nurses and healthcare professionals to develop and deliver effective clinical care as clinical leaders. Lastly, each chapter has a range of reflective questions and self-assessments to help consolidate learning. The newly revised third edition has been updated in light of recent key changes in health service approaches to care and values. While it covers a wide spectrum of practical topics, Clinical Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare also includes information on: Theories of leadership and management, organisational culture, gender, generational issues and leaders, project management, quality initiatives, and working in teams Managing change, effective clinical decision making, how to network and delegate, how to deal with conflict, and implementing evidence-based practice Congruent leadership, the link between values and actions, authentic leadership, leaving behind control as an objective, and managing power Why decisions go wrong, techniques for developing creativity, barriers to creativity, conflict resolution and management, negotiation, self-talk, and leading in a crisis With expert input from a diverse collection of experienced contributors, Clinical Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare is an invaluable resource for new leaders trying to establish themselves and existing leaders looking to perform at a higher level when it comes to quality and effective patient care.

Clinical Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare

Covers: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Hercegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia (Moscow, St Petersburg, Kaliningrad) Serbia & Montenegro, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine.

Eastern Europe on a Shoestring

This Fiji handbook provides a thought-provoking introduction to Fiji's turbulent history, diverse population, and cultural riches. Travelers gain from seasoned traveler Stanley's extensive descriptions and evaluations of Fiji's lodgings, from luxury resorts to simple hotels on the beach. His comprehensive reporting of outdoor recreation makes it simple to locate the perfect activities, such as scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, sailing, kayaking, hiking, camping, and golf.

Fiji

Kate Galbraith

Steve Fallon

Paul Hellander

Jon Murray

Krzysztof Dydynski

Jeanne Oliver

Richard Nebesky

Rosemary Klaskin

Offers practical advice on planning an economical trip to Albania, Bosnia-Hercegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Yugoslavia

Lonely Planet Eastern Europe

A guide to the group of 322 islands at the crossroads of the Pacific, known as the Fiji Group. This handbook features information intended to be useful both to resort holidaymakers and island adventure trekkers. It suggests uncrowded destinations and provides details on budget travel.

Fiji Islands Handbook

Whether it's the legends about breadfruit trees or ghosts inhabiting inland Tahiti, the endangered delicacies to avoid or the gift-giving protocol when invited to a local's home, how to tour a vanilla plantation on Raiatea or when to find the Nouméa flame trees "catch fire" in hues of red and orange, South Pacific Handbook covers everything about this region of boundless ocean and scarce land. Drawing on two decades of editions and incorporating the comments of countless previous readers, this user-friendly guide extends beyond the hot spots and steers readers off the beaten path throughout Polynesia and Melanesia.

South Pacific Handbook

Explore the volcanic peaks of the Marquesas or shop in Papeete's vibrant marketplace. All the essentials to discovering this tropical paradise are presented in an easy-to-use format. Photos & illustrations. Maps.

Including the Cook Islands

Moon Handbooks Tahiti

Conner Gorry

Reviews the history, geography, and culture of Cuba, describes tourist attractions in each region, and recommends hotels and restaurants.

Lonely Planet Cuba

Natarla Brooks

Lorrain Broun

A Preceptor in My Pocket

This second edition has been rewritten to take account of the altered political structures and economic changes and is 25% larger than the previous edition. Contains over 200 maps, and information on history, culture, current politics, hiking, mountain climbing, skiing, sailing, languages, visas and transport. Includes lists of alternative place names and international automobile signs, and an index. The Commonwealth of Independent States (previously the USSR) is now covered separately in TUSSR: A travel survival kit'. First published in 1989.

Travelers will find the best of the South Pacific in this guidebook that provides in-depth coverage of outdoor recreation. Complete with helpful maps, photographs and illustrations, as well as useful advice on food, entertainment, and money, this guidebook offers the tools travelers need for a uniquely personal experience.

Moon Handbooks South Pacific

Tahiti-Polynesia Handbook

Do true heroes wait for Fate? King Morden rules the land of Kern with an iron fist. Having invaded the peaceful nation of Meneday, the people of Kern have been locked in war for years. But in the village of Bulbannon, a prophecy has been uncovered, speaking of the one who will overthrow the king and bring peace back to the land. This one will be the Windborn. The prophecy, however, only mentioned one with the legendary magick, not three...

Windborn Rising

Provides historical and travel information for visitors to Polynesia and Melanesia, including Cook Islands, Samoa, Fiji Islands, New Caledonia, and Solomon Islands

Barbara Kozier

Audry Berman

Glenora Lea Erb

Kerry Reid-Searl

Barbara Parker

Tanya Park

Shirlee J. Snyder

Nichole Harvey

Lorna Moxham

Majella Hales

Trudy Dwyer

Tracy Levett-Jones

Kozier and Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing prepares students for practice in a range of diverse clinical settings and help them understand what it means to be a competent professional nurse in the twenty-first century. This third Australian edition has once again undergone a rigorous review and writing process. Contemporary changes in the regulation of nursing are reflected in the chapters and the third edition continues to focus on the three core philosophies: Person-centred care, critical thinking and clinical reasoning and cultural safety. Students will develop the knowledge, critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills to deliver care for their patients in ways that signify respect, acceptance, empathy, connectedness, cultural sensitivity and genuine concern.

Kozier & Erb's Fundamentals of Nursing Australian Edition

A fourth revised edition of a handbook to the 322 islands of the Pacific that make up the Fiji Islands, covering Viti Levu, Yasawa islands, the Lomaiviti group, Vanua Levu, Taveuni, the Lau group and Rotuma. Offers recommendations for the traveller on accomodation, airfares, air routes and tour services and inter-island travel.

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