Bøger af Deborah Stewart

Few know better the trials and triumphs and the personal satisfaction of being a dental hygienist than Deborah Stewart, who has spent forty-five years in this role. Aware of both the opportunities and the pitfalls of the dental industry, she freely shares her knowledge for the benefit of prospective hygienists or those new to the field. Do you wonder how to get a job in dentistry as a hygienist? The wealth of information in this book will help make your job hunt easier and help you zero in on the type of office in which you want to work. Once you're in, would you like to know how you can best be an asset to your office and benefit yourself as well with leadership skills and business skills? You'll discover answers to this question and learn about trends in the dental industry and how to take advantage of them. You'll also receive tips on how to work with dentists and dental team. The book describes unethical behavior that can arise in the industry and traps of risky behavior that can end your career. It explains how to maintain high ethics and help your office do so as well. In addition, you'll receive information about the professional dental organizations, how they can better collaborate, and how you can contribute. After reading this book, you'll be prepared to navigate your career as a dental hygienist. You'll have the knowledge to maximize your own benefits and advance the field of dentistry while doing the important job of supporting your patients' health and well-being.

A basic guide for you throughout pregnancy and for the first months after your baby is born. This new edition is completely updated and has more on: Hot topics such as vaccines, breastfeeding, sleeping with your baby, and coping with crying Emotional health and pregnancy, such as depression and anxiety -- for both moms and partners Keeping baby safe in the first 6 months, including best practice tips for car seats, safe sleep, wearing your baby, and fall prevention. The value of having support from partners and doulas during pregnancy. Tips for partners in all chapters, on topics such as how to be an active part of pregnancy and childbirth, self-care, and getting used to family life. Respects and includes partners of any gender. Insurance coverage (the Affordable Care Act) and health care for low-income pregnant women.