There are many species of box jellyfish, some of which are very small. Regardless of their meager size, they are able to deliver millions of poisonous stings that can stop a grown human’s heart. Read on to discover what makes the terrifying yet beautiful box jellyfish one of the deadliest creatures in the sea.

"Fascinating images accompany information about the box jellyfish. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

The Australian box jellyfish is the most venomous animal in the oceans, with the capability to kill a human in minutes. There are about fifty species of box jellyfish. Readers learn where they live, how they eat, how they strike, what happens when one stings you, and what creature is immune to its powerful poison.

This book describes how a box jellyfish uses its tentacles to poison prey—or people! Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible.

Would he stop the wedding? When Dr. Ryan Henry had left Australia, teenager Abbey Wittner had been devastated. Now he was back and the first thing he did on arrival was to knock her off her bicycle! Abbey was now also a doctor the only doctor for miles, in fact. And, temporarily out of action after the accident, she needed Ryan to act as her replacement. To her delight, he seemed to find the grown–up Abbey quite a revelation! And being with him again was pure bliss! Until she discovered that he was only back in Australia to plan his wedding and honeymoon and that his fiancé e would soon be joining him.

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's natural wonders, a stunning ocean wonderland of bright corals, exotic marine life and dotted with idyllic tropical islands. Whatever your budget or the activities you want to enjoy - diving, snorkeling, hiking or just lying on the beach - this comprehensive guide will help you find your own tropical paradise.

Surveys research and trends in midwifery education; the history of midwifery; care issues; and the role and responsibilities of midwives, focusing on Great Britain. Topics include the selection of student midwives; perceptions of student midwives; a randomized controlled trial of breast shells and exercises for inverted nipples; and supporting families with low birth-weight babies. Of interest to midwifery students, teachers, practitioners, and managers, as well as other health professionals. Distributed by Singular. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

A practical hands-on tool for fast, accurate clinical diagnosis in pediatric emergencies Pediatric patients can represent as much as 15-35% of all Emergency Department visits. Atlas Of Pediatric Emergency Medicine comes to the rescue of harried ED clinicians, providing a quick-access sourcebook packed with visual clues to infant/child injuries and illnesses presenting in emergency situations. Doctors Shah and Lucchesi have combined an extraordinary number of the clearest and best clinical photographs and imaging examples with practical, straightforward text. It's a winning combination that expedites both diagnosis and the appropriate procedures for dealing with pediatric trauma and disease. Atlas Of Pediatric Emergency Medicine puts at your fingertips: 700 top-quality color clinical photographs -- plus 100 imaging studies that include X-rays, CT scans and more -- making it the single most comprehensive visual compilation available for diagnosing pediatric emergencies Comprehensive coverage of disorders of all body systems Authoritative, experienced guidance. It's been edited, compiled and largely written by two distinguished experts -- one a physician peer-evaluated as one of the finest clinicians and teachers in Emergency Medicine today, the other the overseer of one of the largest, busiest EDs in the United States Consistent formatting designed to provides immediate access to clinical features, differential diagnosis, consultation, treatment and disposition, complications, and clinical pearls A superb preparation tool for board exams and subspecialty certification, and an unparalleled resource for every medical professional, from ED clinicians and physicians in family or pediatric practice to Nurse Practitioners and Paramedics

The 5 Minute Toxicology Consult is a reliable rapid-access guide to assessing and treating poisoned patients. Designed and organized for quick consultation and focused on practical clinical issues, the book covers the full range of chemicals, medications, natural compounds, adverse interactions, and patient presentations with toxicologic causes. Each chapter is divided into standard categories flagged by icons -- Basics, Diagnosis, Signs/Symptoms, Treatment, Follow-up, and Pitfalls. An entire section is devoted to evaluating patients with suspected but unidentified poisoning. At least two experienced, board-certified, practicing emergency physicians and toxicologists were involved in the editing of every chapter.