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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Praxisbuch Kinaesthetics Erfahrungen zur
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Anatomie und Physiologie
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Chirurgie Orthopdie Urologie Prfungsvorbereitung
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Pflegeunterricht Konkret Grundlagen Methoden
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Kinsthetik Gesundheitsentwicklung und menschliche
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Pflegevisite in der ambulanten und stationren
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£22.50
Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Fallorientierte Didaktik in der Pflege Grundlagen
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Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Morbus Bechterew der entzndliche
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£34.20
Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Differenzialdiagnostik und Leitsymptome
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£32.40
Urban & Fischer/Elsevier Lehrbuch der traditionellen ThaiMassagetherapie
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The University of Chicago Press Beyond Caring Hospitals Nurses and the Social
Book SynopsisDocumenting the real world of the contemporary hospital, its nurses, and their moral and ethical crises, this work provides an analysis of the forces that influence moral decisions in hospitals.
£27.00
The University of Chicago Press Measuring and Modeling Health Care Costs Care
Book SynopsisHealth care costs represent a nearly 18% of U.S. gross domestic product and 20% of government spending. While there is detailed information on where these health care dollars are spent, there is much less evidence on how this spending affects health. The research in Measuring and Modeling Health Care Costs seeks to connect our knowledge of expenditures with what we are able to measure of results, probing questions of methodology, changes in the pharmaceutical industry, and the shifting landscape of physician practice. The research in this volume investigates, for example, obesity's effect on health care spending, the effect of generic pharmaceutical releases on the market, and the disparity between disease-based and population-based spending measures. This vast and varied volume applies a range of economic tools to the analysis of health care and health outcomes. Practical and descriptive, this new volume in the Studies inIncome and Wealth series is full of insights relevant to hea
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Rheumatology Nursing
Book SynopsisA new edition of an established research-based text on one of the fastest growing topics in nursing: nurses dealing with this complex subject need to be kept up to date and this book written by a team of expert rheumatology nurses fills that role.Table of ContentsSECTION 1 SETTING THE SCENE. 1 The Principles, Practice and Evolution of Rheumatology Nursing (Sarah Ryan and Jackie Hill). 2 The Musculoskeletal System and the Rheumatic Diseases (Valerie Arthur and Jackie Hill). 3 The Immune System and Rheumatic Disease (Susan Oliver). 4 Biochemical, Haematological and Clinical Assessments in the Rheumatic Diseases (Jackie Hill). SECTION 2 ADDRESSING THE PATIENT’S PROBLEMS. 5 The Psychological Aspects of Rheumatic Disease (Sarah Ryan). 6 The Effects of Rheumatic Disease on Body Image and Sexuality (Jackie Hill). 7 The Social Implications of Rheumatic Disease (Sarah Ryan). 8 Pain and Stiffness (Jackie Hill). 9 Fatigue and Sleep (Christine White). 10 The Skin and Nutrition (Naomi Reay, Sally Smith and Jill Byrne). SECTION 3 THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS. 11 Multidisciplinary Team Care of the Rheumatic Patient (Pauline Fitzgerald). 12 Medications in the Rheumatic Diseases (Jo White and Domini Bryer). 13 Complementary Interventions (Anne Cawthorn and Peter Mackereth). 14 Surgical Interventions (Maureen Cox). 15 Patient Education (Jackie Hill). SECTION 4 PRIMARY AND PAEDIATRIC CARE. 16 Seamless Primary and Secondary Care (Mandy Edwards). 17 Paediatric Care (Gill Jackson). Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Qualitative Research for Allied Health
Book SynopsisThis practical text addresses a gap in the literature by mapping the links between philosophy, research method and practice in an accessible, readable way. It offers guidance to allied health professionals increasingly involved in research as the emphasis grows on evidence-based practice on how to engage in meaningful, good quality qualitative research. To help researchers take on this challenge, the book: highlights some of the choices involved in carrying out qualitative research offers a wide range of practical examples to show how different ways of doing qualitative research can be managed critically examines a variety of qualitative research methodologies of particular interest to allied health professionals clarifies the links between epistemology, methodology and method. The book is structured in three parts. Part I sensitises readers to the complex issues which challenge qualitative researchers at the planning stage ofTrade Review"…this book should be an essential buy for all those concerned with learning about and understanding research into health and the health service." (Accident and Emergency Nursing Journal, April 2007) "This book provides an outstanding array of highly relevant references and information on resources" (British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2007) Table of ContentsContributors. Prologue. PART I: Planning the research. Chapter 1: ‘Going exploring’: The nature of qualitative research (Linda Finlay). Chapter 2: Mapping methodology (Linda Finlay). Chapter 3: Strategic choices in research planning (Barbara Steward). Chapter 4 Ethical and governance issues in qualitative research (Claire Ballinger and Rose Wiles). PART II: Doing the research. Chapter 5: A grounded theory of the wellbeing of older people (Mandy Stanley). Chapter 6: An ethnography of physiotherapy culture (Barbara Richardson). Chapter 7: Investigating invisible groups using mixed methodologies (Barbara Steward). Chapter 8: Communication practices in physiotherapy: A conversation analytic study (Ruth H. Parry). Chapter 9: Using biographical research with disabled young people (Michael Curtin). Chapter 10: Low back pain: Exploring the meaning of exercise management through interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) (Sarah G. Dean, Jonathan A. Smith and Sheila Payne). Chapter 11: Using a biographic-narrative-interpretive method: Exploring motivation in mental health (Tanya Campbell-Breen and Fiona Poland). Chapter 12: Empowering young people through participatory research? (Anne Killett). Chapter 13: The embodied experience of multiple sclerosis: An existential-phenomenological analysis (Linda Finlay). Chapter 14: Discourse analysis in action: The construction of risk in a community day hospital (Claire Ballinger and Julianne Cheek). Chapter 15: A case study of unconscious processes in an organisation (Paula Hyde). PART III: Presenting the research. Chapter 16: Demonstrating rigour and quality? (Claire Ballinger). Chapter 17: Disseminating the research: Towards knowledge (Linda Finlay and Barbara Steward). Glossary. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc A Nurses Guide to Caring for Cardiac Intervention
Book SynopsisCardiac intervention is a fast expanding field of medicine that is reducing the need for cardiac surgery. A Nurse''s Guide to Caring for Cardiac Intervention Patients will enable nurses to fully prepare their patients and families for various cardiac intervention procedures. Coverage includes: Explanations of what the heart condition is and how the procedure may relieve that condition Descriptions of what the patient can expect to happen before, during and after the procedure What nurses should observe for post procedure, and how to address any complications that may occur Guidelines for discharge advice Outlines for a pre and post care plan for each procedure based on the latest research and experience. Nurses will find the book informative on common interventional procedures, but it is also designed as a tool to be dipped into when caring for patients with more unusual procedures. This practical book inTrade Review“This book is extremely informative and very well laid out.” (Perioperative Practice, August 2007) "...written by a nurse for nurses and addresses the current issues that are encountered when persons undergo cardiac intervention." (British Journal of Cardiac Nursing, October 2007)Table of ContentsPreface vii 1 Access Sites of Percutaneous Procedures 1 2 Removal of Femoral Sheaths 9 3 Complications Associated with Percutaneous Coronary Procedures 21 4 Cardiac Catheterisation 33 5 Percutaneous Coronary Intervention 53 6 Percutaneous Balloon Mitral Valvuloplasty 81 7 Atrial Septal Defect Closure 99 8 Electrophysiology Studies and Radio-Frequency Ablation 115 9 Cardioversion 137 10 Temporary Pacemakers 155 11 Permanent Pacemakers 177 12 Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators 201 13 Common Problems Associated with Permanent Pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators 225 Glossary of Terms 239 List of Abbreviations 259 Index 265
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Wiley Caring for the Older Person
Book SynopsisThe number of older people in our society is increasing rapidly and as they age, the demand for safe, effective care is growing. This book offers readers the knowledge and skill to provide all aspects of care. Caring for the Older Person is written in six sections, covering the fundamental needs of an older person: Assistance with personal cleansing Assistance with movement Assistance to maintain nutrition and fluid intake Assistance with toilet needs Assistance with the need for observation and monitoring Care of the person immediately following death Each section starts with an explanation and includes care procedures in a step-by-step format. Written by two experienced nurses, the book is systematic and evidence-based, using up-to-date knowledge and government policy. It is intended to be a practical aid to improve care for the older person, whether in hospital, care home or at home and to give the reTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction: reason for the book. 1 Preliminary considerations and symbols. 2 Care for the older person requiring assistance with personal cleansing. Procedure One: Making or changing the older person’s bed with the person still in bed. Procedure Two: Assisting the older person requiring a wash in bed or chair, including care of hands and feet. Procedure Three: Assisting the older person to wash in the bath or shower, including care of hands and feet. Procedure Four: Assisting the bed-bound older person to wash his or her hair. Procedure Five: Assisting the older person with cleansing of the mouth, including care of dentures. Procedure Six: Assisting the older person requiring eye care. 3 Care for the older person requiring assistance with movement (Vicky MacArthur RGN, BSc (hons), MSc, PGDip HPE). Procedure Seven: Assisting the older person to move up the bed. Procedure Eight: Assisting the older person to move from a lying to a sitting position. Procedure Nine: Assisting the older person with a lateral transfer while they are in a lying position. Procedure Ten: Assisting the older person to sit back in the chair. Procedure Eleven: Assisting the older person from a sitting to a standing position. Procedure Twelve: Assisting the older person to walk. 4 Care for the older person requiring assistance to maintain nutrition and fluid intake. Procedure Thirteen: Assisting the older person to eat and drink. Procedure Fourteen: Nasogastric tube insertion and position checking. Procedure Fifteen: Assisting the older person with nutrition and fluid intake via a nasogastric tube. Procedure Sixteen: Care of percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube site until stoma well established (1–14 days). Procedure Seventeen: Care of percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube site when stoma well established. Procedure Eighteen: Assisting the older person with nutrition and fluid intake via a percutaneous endoscopically guided gastrostomy (PEG) tube. 5 Care for the older person requiring assistance with toilet needs. Procedure Nineteen: Assisting the older person to use toilet, commode or bedpan. Procedure Twenty: Assisting the older person requiring bowel care: administration of suppositories. Procedure Twenty-one: Assisting the older person requiring bowel care: administration of an evacuant enema. Procedure Twenty-two: Obtaining a specimen of faeces for observation, assessment and analysis. Procedure Twenty-three: Obtaining a specimen of urine for observation, assessment and analysis. Procedure Twenty-four: Assisting the older person with catheter care. Procedure Twenty-five: Assisting the older person to empty a catheter bag. Procedure Twenty-six: Obtaining a catheter specimen of urine for observation, assessment and analysis. 6 Care for the older person requiring observation and monitoring. Procedure Twenty-seven: Measuring and recording temperature. Procedure Twenty-eight: Measuring and recording temperature using a tympanic thermometer. Procedure Twenty-nine: Measuring and recording blood pressure. Procedure Thirty: Measuring and recording pulse. Procedure Thirty-one: Measuring and recording respiratory rate. 7 Care for the older person at the end of his or her life. Procedure Thirty-two: Caring for the body of the older person following death. References and further reading. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Critical Care Outreach
Book SynopsisFollowing the publication of the department of health document - Comprehensive Critical Care (2000), the majority of hospitals in England have set up Critical Care Outreach Teams. The Government provided a significant sum of money for hospitals to set up outreach services. There are now calls for an evaluation of their impact.Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Part I: The Evolution of Critical Care Outreach. 1. The Origins of critical care outreach Derek Bainbridge. 2. Designing an Outreach Service David Wood. Audit Case Study: Scoring all observations compared with scoring on concern David Wood. Part II: Clinical Practice in Critical Care Outreach. 3. The Initial Assessing and Care of the ‘At Risk Patient’ Jeremy Groves, Jayne Tague & Lee Cutler. 4. Specific Clinical Problems Lee Cutler, Elaine Shaw & David Wood. Chapter 5. Sharing Critical Care Skills Kathryn Warren, Rinky Ingles & Lee Cutler. Case study: Use of a clinical simulator Lee Cutler & Judith Cutler. 6. Role Expansion and the Critical Care Outreach Nurse Lee Cutler & Denise Honour. Expanding the role of the nurse in Critical Care Outreach: A Case study Elaine Shaw. Part III: Continuity of Care for the Critically Ill. 7. Transfering patients from critical care to the ward Wayne Robson. 8. Critical care follow up Kate Bray. 9. Patient Diaries Wayne Robson, Gayle Wheeldon, Denise Penny. Part IV: Managing and Supporting Outreach Practitioners. 10. Establishing and Managing a Critical Care Outreach Team: A Practical Approach Alex Larkin. Case study: The role of the physiotherapist in the critical care outreach team Alex Larkin. 11. The Learning Needs of Critical Care Outreach Practitioners Lee Cutler. Part V: Developing and Evaluating Critical Care Outreach. 12. Managing Change in Critical Care Outreach: A Toolkit for Practice Nicola Platts & Sue Shepherd. 13. Evaluation of Critical Care Outreach: Are the Resources for Outreach Justified? Paul Whitting & David Edbrooke. Index.
£55.05
John Wiley & Sons Inc Caring for Adults with Mental Health Problems
Book SynopsisThis book will provide student nurses, students studying for NVQ levels II and III, SNVQ and those students who are undertaking an Access to Higher Education (Nursing) Courses, with user-friendly and contemporary information in relation to some of the key clinical practice issues that they may experience when caring for individuals.Table of ContentsContributors vii Acknowledgements xi 1 Introduction 1Ian Peate and Sonya Chelvanayagam 2 History of Mental Health Care 7Stephen Cloudsdale 3 Mad, Bad or Just Different 15Alan Brownbill 4 Partnership Working in Mental Health Care 31Paul Illingworth 5 Promoting Mental Health 53Alan Brownbill and Sonya Chelvanayagam 6 Legal Matters 69Soo Lee 7 Anxiety Disorders 87Thomas Beary 8 Mood Disorders Including Self-harm and Suicide 103Stephen Cloudsdale 9 Eating Disorders 117Sonya Chelvanayagam 10 Dual Diagnosis: Substance Misuse and Mental Health Problems 131Sue Hahn 11 Schizophrenia and Schizophrenia-type Disorders 145Yvonne Mitchell 12 Personality Disorder 161Brian Thomson 13 Dementias 177Sue Hahn 14 Therapeutic Interventions 195Soo Lee, Angela Edmonds and Clare Hubbard Index 217
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Acute Medicine A Handbook for Nurse Practitioners
Book SynopsisThis book provides Nurse Practitioners working in the field of Acute Medicine with an up to date, practical, and comprehensive guide to the management of acute medical patients. It serves as a text from which the busy highly skilled nurse can obtain information on assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute medical conditions.Table of ContentsPreface xi Introduction xiii 1 Patient Assessment 1 Communication 1 History taking 3 The functional enquiry 6 The physical assessment 8 General inspection 11 Respiratory examination 12 Cardiovascular examination 14 Gastrointestinal examination 17 Neurological examination 18 Musculoskeletal examination 24 Post examination 25 Conclusion 25 2 Emergencies 27 Anaphylaxis 27 Cardio-respiratory arrest 29 Ethical Issues 36 3 Acute Poisoning and Drug Overdose 41 Deliberate self-harm 41 Paracetamol overdose 45 Aspirin overdose 48 Tricyclic antidepressant overdose 51 Heroin overdose 53 Alcohol overdose 54 The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) self-harm guideline 56 Alcohol withdrawal 58 Drug withdrawal 60 4 Infection 65 Sepsis and septic shock 65 Meningitis 67 Infective endocarditis 71 Gastroenteritis 75 Urinary tract infection (UTI) 77 Fever in the returning traveller 79 Hot swollen joints 83 Antimicrobial resistance 86 5 Respiratory Conditions 89 Asthma 89 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) 93 Pulmonary embolism 96 Community and hospital acquired pneumonia 100 Pneumothorax 104 Type I respiratory failure 106 Type II respiratory failure 108 6 Cardiovascular Conditions 113 Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) 113 Stable angina 113 Unstable angina 114 Non-ST elevation myocardial infarction 116 ST elevation myocardial infarction 117 DIGAMI 121 Arrhythmias 121 Bradycardia 123 Tachycardia 126 Atrial fibrillation (AF) 129 Cardiac failure 132 Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) 134 Aortic dissection 136 Cardiac tamponade 138 7 Gatrointestinal Conditions 143 Upper gastrointestinal bleeding (GI bleed) 143 Variceal bleeding 145 Acute liver failure with encephalopathy 147 Acute ulcerative colitis and crohn’s disease 149 8 Metabolic Conditions 153 Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) 153 Hyperosmolar non-ketotic state (HONK) 155 Hypoglycaemia 157 Hyperglycaemia in the critically ill patient 159 Hypercalcaemia 162 Hyponatraemia 164 Hypernatraemia 166 Hypokalaemia 168 Hyperkalaemia 170 Addisonian crisis 172 Thyroid crisis (thyroid storm) 174 Myxedema crisis 177 9 Neurological Conditions 181 Status epilepticus 181 Stroke 184 Transient ischaemic attacks (TIA) 186 Isolated seizure and unexplained loss of consciousness 188 Headache 190 Subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) 192 Spinal cord compression 195 10 Renovascular Conditions 197 Acute renal failure (ARF) 197 Accelerated (malignant) hypertension 199 11 Elderly Care 203 Hypothermia 203 Confusion 205 12 Haematological Conditions 209 Severe anaemia 209 Sickle cell crisis 212 Neutropenic sepsis 215 Blood transfusion guidance 217 13 Advanced Practice 223 An overview of advanced practice 223 The challenges of advanced practice 225 Legal perspective 225 Ethical principles 226 Informed consent 228 Assessment of capacity 229 Prescribing 231 Patient group directions 233 Conclusion 234 Appendices Appendix I Examples of Clinical Management Plans 237 Appendix II Examples of Patient Group Directions 245 Glossary 255 Index 259
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Stoma Care
Book SynopsisSupported by specialist knowledge on the disease and conditions Provides an in-depth exploration of the formation of a stoma discusses the role of the nurse in surgery and in pre-and post-operative care.Table of ContentsList of contributors. Acknowledgements. Preface. Introduction. 1 Stomas: The Past, Present and Future (Jennie Burch). Introduction. The history of stomas. Stomas. Stoma care nursing. Roles of the stoma specialist nurse. Present day stoma care. Support groups. The future of stoma care. References. 2 Anatomy and Physiology of the Urinary and Gastrointestinal System (Jennie Burch). Introduction. The skin. Wound healing process. The abdominal wall. The peritoneum. The gastrointestinal tract. The digestive process. The bowel wall. Blood supply. Lymphatic supply. Mouth. Oesophagus. Stomach. Small intestine. Duodenum. Jejunum and ileum. Large intestine. Caecum. Ascending colon. Transverse colon. Descending colon. Sigmoid colon. Rectum. Anal canal. Accessory organs associated with the GI tract. The liver. The gallbladder. The pancreas. The spleen. Urinary system. References. 3 Colorectal Cancer and Adjunct Therapy (Deep Tolia-Shah). Introduction. Incidence. Possible causal factors. Symptoms and clinical presentations. Assessment, staging investigations and the multidisciplinary team. Multidisciplinary team. Pre-operative staging. Surgery. Histopathology. Adjuvant chemotherapy. Effects of chemotherapy on stomas. Radiotherapy. Palliative chemotherapy. Surveillance and follow-up. Screening. Conclusion. Further information and websites. References. Further reading. 4 Infl ammatory Bowel Disease (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Crohn’s disease. Ulcerative colitis. Infl ammatory bowel disease statistics. Signs and symptoms for ulcerative colitis. Crohn’s disease: signs and symptoms. Aetiology of IBD. Diagnosing IBD. Medical therapy for IBD. Dietary therapy for IBD. Surgery for Crohn’s disease. Surgery for ulcerative colitis. Malignancy in ulcerative colitis. Malignancy in Crohn’s disease. Extra-intestinal manifestations. Other medical issues in IBD. Fertility in IBD. Patient education. Conclusion. References. 5 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (Jacquie Wright and Kay Neale). Introduction. The Polyposis Registry and research. Diagnosing FAP. Bowel screening of relatives ‘at-risk’. Surgery. Colectomy with IRA. Restorative proctocolectomy. Total/panproctocolectomy. Upper GI disease. Extra-colonic manifestations (ECMs). Desmoid disease. An accessible expert centre. References. 6 Continence (Julie Duncan and Christine Norton). Introduction. Normal bladder and bowel control. Risk factors for incontinence. Obstetric trauma to the pelvic floor. Age. Investigations. Treatment of incontinence. Practical management. Surgical interventions. Conclusion. Useful websites. References. 7 Other Conditions Leading to Stoma Formation (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Congenital malformations/anomalies. Cystic fi brosis. Diverticular disease. Ehlers Danlos. Gynaecological tumour. Hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer (HNPCC). Hirschsprung’s disease. Interstitial cystitis. Intussusception. Irradiation damage. Ischaemic bowel. Meconium ileus. Megarectum. Necrotising enterocolitis. Necrotising fasciitis. Obstruction. Perforated bowel. Solitary rectal ulcer. Spina bifida. Spinal cord injury. Trauma. Visceral myopathy. Volvulus. Conclusion. References. 8 Surgery (Alistair Windsor and Gemma Conn). Introduction. Temporary stomas. Permanent stomas. Stoma formation. Surgical technique. Surgical alternatives. Complications. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS). Conclusion. References and further reading. 9 Pre- and Post-operative Care (Steve Wright and Jennie Burch). Introduction. Referral to health care professionals. Pre-operative assessment and investigations. Pre-operative information. Bowel preparation. Meeting another ostomate. Informed consent. Stoma siting assessment. Cultural/religious issues related to siting. Stoma siting. Pre-operative fasting. Post-operative aims. Post-operative care. Blood tests. Nausea and vomiting. Nutrition. Post-operative analgesia. Post-operative exercises. Post-operative appliances. Post-operative stoma assessment. Normal stomas. Normal stoma outputs. Post-operative urostomies. Post-operative faecal stomas. Wound care. Post-operative stoma care teaching. Teaching plan. Stoma closure. Small bowel obstruction. Wound infection. Abdominal sepsis. References. 10 Intestinal Pouches (Zarah Perry-Woodford). Introduction. The coloanal or colonic ‘J’ pouch. The Kock pouch/reservoir. The ileoanal pouch. Patient suitability and selection. The ‘S’, ‘J’ or ‘W’ pouch. Pre-operative counselling (surgical vs. medical approach). Post-operative care. Anal skin care. Fertility, pregnancy and childbirth. Pouch absorption and diet. Problems following RPC. Research and current development. Laparoscopic surgery. Probiotics. Quality of life. Nursing developments. References. 11 Urinary Diversion (Sharon Fillingham). Introduction. Reasons for urinary diversion. Urostomy. Colonic conduit. The ileal conduit. Internal urinary pouches. Neobladder. Urinary drainage. The Mainz Sigma II pouch (modified ureterosigmoidostomy). Support groups. References. 12 Appliances (Jo Sica and Jennie Burch). Introduction. History of stoma care products. Modern pouches. Colostomy appliances. Ileostomy appliances. Urostomy appliances. Additional drainage bags. One- and two-piece appliances. Adhesive coupling system. Toilet fl ushable colostomy appliances. Stoma caps. Stoma plug. Appliances for high-output stomas. Fistula appliances. Convex fl anges. Stoma accessories. Protective wafers/sheets. Skin cleansers. Paste. Seals and washers. Flange securing tape. Ostomy belts. Adhesive. Adhesive removers. Odour treatment options. Protective powder. Protective film. Protective cream. Pancaking prevention agents. Discharge solidifying agents. Pouch clips and soft ties. Pouch covers. Flatus fi lters. Hernia support garments. Protective shields. Clothing. Stoma appliance costing. Conclusion. References. 13 Discharge to the Community (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Discharge criteria. Stoma supplies. Disposal of appliances. Obtaining further supplies. Nurse prescribing. Appliances. Follow-up visits. Post-operative psychological adjustment. Returning to work. Resuming social activities and hobbies. Exercises. Driving. Clothing. Alcohol. Support garments. Travel. Long-term follow-up. References. 14 Nutrition (Morag Pearson). Introduction. Digestion and absorption of nutrients. ‘The Balance of Good Health’. Colostomy. Dietary management of functional problems post-colostomy formation. Ileostomy. Dietary management of functional problems post-ileostomy formation. Ileoanal pouch. Dietary management of functional problems post-ileoanal pouch formation. Urostomy. Dietary management of functional problems following urostomy formation. Peri-operative nutrition. Provision of nutrition support. Monitoring. Conclusion. References. Further reading. 15 Complications (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Short-term complications. Long-term complications. Allergy and skin sensitivities. Bleeding. Cancer recurrence locally. Crohn’s disease. Constipation. Diarrhoea. Discolouration of the stoma. Flatus. Granulomas/overgranulation. Hernia. High-output stoma. Ileus (paralytic ileus). Infection. Melanosis coli. Mucocutaneous separation. Necrosis. Obstruction. Odour. Pancaking. Phantom bladder/rectum. Prolapse. Pyoderma gangrenosum. Retraction. Skin problems. Stenosis. Stoma trauma. Urine crystal formation. Varices. Conclusion. References. 16 Fistulae and Intestinal Failure (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Defi ning fi stulae. Intestinal failure. Parenteral nutrition (PN). Fistuloclysis. Conclusion. References. 17 Bowel Irrigation (Jennie Burch and Julie Duncan). Introduction. Rectal irrigation. Colonic irrigation. Colostomy irrigation. Travel. Antegrade colonic enemas (ACEs). Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy (PEC). Conclusion. References. 18 Other Stoma Issues (Jennie Burch). Introduction. Age related issues. Drugs. Exercise. Psychological issues. Body image. Sexual issues. Specialist clothing. Toilet access. Cultural issues. Religious issues. Travel. Quality of life. Conclusion. References. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc The Management of Pain in Older People
Book SynopsisThis book enables the reader to understand the principles underpinning the management of pain, with a particular emphasis upon the care of the older adult. The chapters explore concepts that are recognized to be involved in the pain experience.Trade Review"Provides the reader with a comprehensive review of the management of pain." (International Emergency Nursing, 2008) "Some of the case studies make interesting reading…" (Nursing Standard, January 2008)Table of ContentsChapter 1: Anatomy & Physiology of Pain. Pain & Sensation. Neural Pain Pathways. A Delta fibres. Dorsal Roots. Spinal cord to brain. Descending tracts & Substantia gelatinosa. The pain gate. Chronic pain. Peripheral sensitisation. Central Senstization. Older People. Chapter 2: Relating socio-economic issues with older people and pain: Independence dignity and choice. Health Economics. Cultural issues in older age. Resources linked with being older and in pain . Policy in health services, economics and older people. Diet and health in older age, related to economics. Independence. Dignity. Choice. Chapter 3: Creaking joints, a bit of arthritis, and aches and pains’: Older people’s experiences and perceptions of pain. The Study. Is pain different for older people Equating older age with aches and pains. Salience of older age linked to whether people experienced pain. Effect of pain on everyday lives. Managing the pain Keeping a positive attitude. Others in relation to pain. Implications for practice Exercises. Case studies. Mr Uddim. Violet Jones. Learning points. Chapter 4: Assessment of Pain. Visual Analogue Scale. Numerical Rating Scale. Verbal Descriptors. Faces Pain Scale. Colour Scale. McGill Pain Questionnaire (MPQ). Sensory Impairment. Learning disability. Cognitive impairment. Perception of Pain. Behavioural Pain Assessment Tools. DS DAT Scale. Checklist of non-verbal Pain Indicators (CNPI). ADD Protocol. DOLOPLUS Scale. The NOPAIN Scale. Pain Assessment Scale for Dementing Elderly (PADE). PAINAD. PACSLAC. Abbey Scale. Terminal Care. Chapter 5 : Communication. Research. Care workers and mentioning dementia. Explaining memory loss. Chapter 6: Acute versus Chronic Pain. Assessing Acute with Chronic Pain. Treatment for Acute with Treatment for Chronic. Opiophobia and Other Barriers. Chapter 7: Cancer Pain in the elderly in palliative care settings. How is cancer pain addressed in palliative care settings? The total pain concept - the patient experience. Multidimensional assessment. The family in palliative care. What are the issues for older people Expectations of pain in later life. Co-morbidity. Lack of access to specialist palliative care services. Compliance with pharmacological treatments. Age related alterations in drug disposition Management of cancer pain in the elderly in palliative care. Drugs compliance/concordance. Other treatments. Recommendations for practice Assessment and management Roles of MDT. SPCS intervention. Chapter 8: Care Settings. Problems with Chronic Pain in Older people. Physiological Changes. Getting used to pain. Assessment. Management. Education. Assets. Research Ongoing. Reluctance to report pain/ an acceptance that being in pain is normal and low expectations for help with medical interventions Age related perceptions of pain. Lack of Awareness of potential strategies for dealing with pain. Multidisciplinary Management. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Care Home Settings.
£47.45
John Wiley & Sons Inc Learning Disability and other Intellectual
Book SynopsisLearning Disability and other Intellectual Impairments is the first book of its kind to explore the similarities and parallels between the needs of people with various types of intellectual impairments as they encounter health services.Table of ContentsEditors vii Contributors ix Foreword xi 1 An Introduction to Intellectual Impairment 1 Louise L. Clark and Peter Griffiths 2 Meeting the Health Needs of People with Intellectual Impairment 15 Steve Higgins and Mary O’Toole 3 Effective Communication 41 Garry Diack and Howard Cohen 4 Primary Care Services for People with Intellectual Impairment 55 Louise Barriball, Allan Hicks, Howard Cohen and Liz Lewry 5 Transitions in the Ageing Population 69 Theresa Wiseman, Karen Lowton and Ian Noonan 6 the Older Adult, Intellectual Impairment and The Dementias 89 Emma Ouldred and Catherine Bryant 7 Emergency and Urgent Hospital-based Care 117 Ian Noonan and Karen Lowton 8 Admission to Acute Mental Health Services 139 Mary O’Toole, Mike Reid and Rob Winterhalder 9 Psychopharmacological Issues 165 Rob Winterhalder 10 Challenging Behaviour 179 Michael Kelly 11 Consent and Capacity 197 Alison Hobden and Simon Mills 12 the Future of Services for Intellectual Impairment 217 Peter Griffiths, Rob Winterhalder, Louise L. Clark and Allan Hicks Index 233
£46.50
John Wiley & Sons Inc Mens Health
Book SynopsisThe text will provide the nurse with an insight and understanding of contemporary issues that affect men, their partners and their families. The subject matter concerns men's health from a general practice nurse's perspective. There are seventeen chapters in total addressing key/salient issues associated with the health of men.Trade Review"A straightforward guide for specialist community public health nurses and those working in NHS Direct and NHS walk-in centres." (Primary Nursing Care, Feb 2008) "A comprehensive guide to men's health. It is evidence-based and relevant to practice." (Practice Nurse, April 2008) "...it is very comprehensive and is one to be recommended for the bookshelves of all healthcare personnel." (Journal of Perioperative Practice, December 2007)Table of ContentsDedication. About the author. Acknowledgements. Introduction. Chapter 1: Masculinities and Gender. Chapter 2: Promoting Health: The Male Perspective. Chapter 3: Male Health Inequalities. Chapter 4: Men as Risk Takers. Chapter 5: Young Men and Boys. Chapter 6: Contraception. Chapter 7: Sexually Transmitted Infections. Chapter 8: Osteoporosis. Chapter 9: Obesity. Chapter 10: Erectile Dysfunction. Chapter 11: Smoking and the Male Reproductive Tract. Chapter 12: Working with Specific Groups of Men. Chapter 13: Psychological Issues and the Male. Chapter 14: Male Cancers. Chapter 15: Exercise and Sports Injury. Glossary. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc The Biology of Cancer
Book SynopsisAdvances in research and the treatment of cancer mean that more patients and their carers are asking healthcare professionals about the latest treatments and how they may be of benefit. It is essential that staff working with cancer patients understand fully how these new treatments work in order to disseminate timely and appropriate information to patients. The application of biology to the delivery of cancer care is playing an ever-increasing role in the management of these diseases. The Biology of Cancer: Second Edition provides details of the most recent developments in cancer care and is divided into three sections: Understanding Cancer examines predisposing factors to developing cancer, diagnosis and its implications on the individual and society. The Science of Cancer a closer look at the cell, genetics, the immune system, tumour markers and monoclonal antibodies. Research and Treatment exploring translational oncology, applTrade Review"This edition would seem to be useful to a wide range of health staff working with patients affected by cancer … .Well referenced throughout and contains a helpful glossary." (Journal of Community Nursing, January 2009)Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. Acknowledgments. Introduction. Part 1. Understanding Cancer. Chapter 1. What is cancer?(Janice Gabriel). Chapter 2. Predisposing factors to developing cancer (Janice Gabriel). Chapter 3. Cancer: what does a diagnosis mean for an individual and what are the implications for society? (Janice Gabriel). Part II. The Science of Cancer. Chapter 4. The Cell (Louise Knight). Chapter 5. Cytotoxic Chemotherapy (Debbie Wright). Chapter 6. What are DNA and RNA? (Scott C. Edmunds). Chapter 7. Genetics and Cancer (Scott C. Edmunds). Chapter 8. The immune system (Helmout Modjtahedi & Ailsa Clarke). Chapter 9. Tumour Markers (F. Guy Gabriel). Chapter 10. Monoclonal antibodies (Helmout Modjtahedi). Part III. From Research to Treatment. Chapter 11. What is translational oncology research? (Elaine Lennan). Chapter 12. The application of research methodology to cancer research (Carmel Sheppard). Chapter 13. Research ethics relating to cancer (David Carpenter). Glossary. Reference. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Enabling Learning in Nursing
Book SynopsisWith current Government targets to increase health and social care practitioners, there is an increased need for informed mentors and preceptors to support the development of the students and new health professionals. Enabling learning in nursing and midwifery practice: A guide for mentorsseeks to underpin recent mentoring initiatives, exploring the impact of mentoring, supervision and preceptorship on professional practice, covering principles that underpin effective learning and providing practical guidance on mentoring and assessment strategies within practice settings. Enabling learning in nursing and midwifery practice: A guide for mentorsaddresses the inter-professional and policy context for mentorship, examines the nature of effective learning environments and provides mentors with the necessary tools to assist students in their development within a practice setting. It explores the use of reflective practice, virtual learniTrade Review“This book is concise, direct, with opportunity for personal and professional reflection and on target for healthcare professionals wanting to increase their educational skills.” (Doody's Reviews, June 2009)Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. 1 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN MENTORING PRACTICE (Margaret Andrews). Introduction. The Practice Context. Chapter Summary. References. 2 A GOOD PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE: THE STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE OF THEIR NEEDS IN THE PRACTICE SETTING (Sue West). Introduction. Clarifying the Context: Learning as Input, Process and Outcome. Input: An Effective Structure for the Placement Learning Experience. Process: Some of the Variables within the Learning Experience. Output: The End Result of the Learning Experience. Chapter Summary. References. 3 THE REFLECTIVE MENTOR: FACILITATING LEARNING IN THE PRACTICE SETTING (Melanie Jasper). Introduction. Being a Refl ective Mentor. Practice as a Learning Environment. Maximizing Your Own Opportunities for Development. Chapter Summary. References. 4 HELPING PEOPLE LEARN (Stevie Penfold). Introduction. Everyday Teaching and Learning. Behaviourist Theory. Social Learning Theory. Cognitive approaches to helping learners. Constructing Learning. Application of Knowledge for Practice. Practical Tips for Teaching and Facilitating Learning. Chapter Summary. References. 5 DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE LEARNING RELATIONSHIPS IN PRACTICE (Sheila Daykin). The Effective Mentor. Facilitation. Dysfunctional Mentor–Learner Relationships. Chapter Summary. References. 6 LEARNING STYLES IN PRACTICE (Tim Clark). Introduction. Clarifying the Context: What Are Learning Styles? Learning Styles – Which One Are You? Processing Information. Questionnaires That Examine Learning Style. Chapter Summary. References. 7 USING INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN MENTORING (Sue Riddell). Introduction. Phases of the Relationship. Attending and Listening. Questioning. Responding. Feedback. Chapter Summary. References. 8 THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (Gill Beer and Andrew Southgate). Introduction. Method of Learner Allocation. Clinical Staff. Nature of the Learner. Higher Education Institutions. Clinical Environment. Chapter Summary. References. 9 THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPETENCE IN NEW QUALIFIED PRACTITIONERS (Tim Clark). Introduction. What is Competent Practice? Preceptorship. What Are the Key Features? Adopting a ‘Cloak of Competence’. Chapter Summary. References. 10 ASSESSMENT OF PRACTICE: PRINCIPLES, PROCESS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Sue West). Introduction. The Journey to Professional Practice. The Purpose of Assessment. Underpinning Principles. Assessment Criteria. Single Event Versus Continuous Assessment. Factors That Infl uence Assessment in Practice. Becoming Student-Centred. Making a Decision. Managing the Failing Student. Chapter Summary. References. 11 USE OF THE INTERNET TO SUPPORT LEARNING IN PRACTICE (Susan Westerman and Emily Hurt). Introduction. Use of the Internet and Other New Technologies in the Higher Education and Health-care Sectors. Some Potential Benefi ts and Challenges of Using the Internet to Support Learning in Practice. Some Practical Applications and Illustrations of the Internet Supporting Practice-Based Learning. Key Health-care Online Resources. The Internet Supporting Communication, Interaction and Refl ection. How to Manage All This Information. Chapter Summary . References. 12 CHALLENGES IN THE INTERPROFESSIONAL AGENDA (Judith Parsons). Introduction. Why an Interprofessional Approach? A Shared Vision. Skills in Interprofessional Facilitation of Learning. Moving Forward. Chapter Summary. References. 13 WORKING AS A PROFESSIONAL: STANDARDS FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (Melanie Jasper). Introduction. Mentors as Professional Practitioners. Standards for Mentoring. Your Role as a Mentor. Maintaining Your Professional Competence. Chapter Summary. References. Glossary of Terms. Index.
£42.70
John Wiley & Sons Inc An Evidence Base for Ophthalmic Nursing Practice
Book SynopsisThe objective of this book is to provide an evidence base for ophthalmic nursing practice. There are areas of practice where little evidence exists, in those areas, the book aims to provide reasoned guidelines from an informed source, thus negating the need for every ophthalmic practice area to develop diverse often contradictory guidelines.Table of ContentsPreface ix Contributors x Introduction: evidence and practice xi Section 1 Lids and lacrimal 1 Basal cell carcinoma 3 2 Blepharitis 7 3 Cellulitis 9 4 Chalazion (meibomian cysts) 13 5 Dry eye syndrome 17 6 Ectropion 25 7 Entropion 29 8 Infestation of lashes: phthiriasis palbebrum 33 9 Lid eversion 35 10 Sac wash-out (irrigation of the lacrimal ducts) 39 11 Schirmer’s tear test 43 12 The Tear fi lm break-up time 47 Section 2 Conjunctiva 13 Conjunctivitis 51 14 Subconjunctival haemorrhage 55 Section 3 Cornea 15 Bacterial corneal ulcers 59 16 Bandage contact lenses 63 17 Contact lens care 65 18 Corneal scrape 73 19 Corneal topography 75 20 Herpes simplex keratitis/dendritic ulcers 79 21 Marginal ulcers and keratitis 83 22 Recurrent corneal erosion 85 Section 4 Angle and aqueous 23 Acute glaucoma 93 24 Angle assessment 97 25 Tonometry 103 Section 5 Lens 26 Biometry (IOL calculation) 109 Section 6 Vitreoretinal 27 Age-related macular degeneration 117 28 Fluorescein angiography 121 29 Indocyanine green angiography 125 30 Intravitreal injection procedures in the treatment of AMD 127 31 Photodynamic therapy 133 Section 7 Neuro-ophthalmology 32 Cranial nerve III palsy 137 33 Cranial nerve IV palsy 141 34 Cranial nerve VI palsy 143 35 Assessing pupil reactions 147 36 Electroretinogram and electro-oculogram 151 37 Visual evoked potential 155 Section 8 Pharmacology 38 Administration of eyedrops and ointment 161 39 Eyedrops that dilate the pupil (mydriatics and cycloplegics) 165 40 Eyedrops and health-care assistants 169 41 Prescribing and supplying drugs 171 42 Topical anaesthetics and the eye 177 Section 9 Trauma 43 Eye irrigation 183 44 Padding/patching the eye 187 45 Foreign body removal and treatment 191 46 Hyphaema 197 47 Ocular burns 201 48 Sprayed chemicals and the eye 207 49 Surface ocular trauma: treatment 211 50 Triage in the ophthalmic setting 217 Section 10 General topics 51 Cannulation 223 52 Differential diagnosis of the red eye 227 53 Focimetry 229 54 Heat treatment 233 55 Infection control in ophthalmology 235 56 Managing pain, nausea and vomiting 243 57 Visual acuity testing (in adults) 245 Section 11 Legal aspects of care and policy 58 Low vision registration 253 59 Recommendations for low vision services 257 60 Consent to treatment 265 61 Vision and driving 277 62 Standards for information for people with a visual disability 283 63 New pathways for common eye conditions 287 64 The Disability Discrimination Act 293 65 Visual health and Government priorities 297 Appendices 299 1 Orthoptic abbreviations 301 2 Glossary 305 3 Useful addresses 313 4 Useful references and documents 319 Index 321
£49.35
John Wiley & Sons Inc Cancer in Children and Young People Acute Nursing
Book SynopsisMuch has changed since the first book Paediatric Oncology: Acute Nursing Care (1999), therefore, this new edition encompasses these changes in relation to the practice itself and the evidence that underpins it. Emphasis is placed on ensuring terminology is accurate, in keeping with the language of the current day.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Principles of chemotherapy. Chapter 2: Chemotherapy agents. Chapter 3: Administration of chemotherapy. Chapter 4: Side effects of chemotherapy and supportive. Chapter 5: Oncological emergencies. Chapter 6: Future trends. Commentary: Chemotherapy section. Section 2: Haematopoetic Stem Cell Transplantation. Chapter 7: Background to HSCT procedure. Chapter 8: Preparation for bone marrow transplant. Chapter 9: Collection and infusion of bone marrow, peripheral blood stem cells and umbilical cord blood. Chapter 10: Protective isolation nursing issues. Chapter 11: Complications of stem cell transplant. Chapter 12: Discharge planning and the psychological care of the family. Chapter 13: Staff support in stem cell transplant units. Chapter 14: Further developments in stem cell transplant. Commentary: Haematopoetic Stem Cell Transplantation. Section 3: Surgery. Chapter 15: General surgery. Commentary: General surgery. Chapter 16: Neuro-oncology. Commentary: Neuro-oncology. Chapter 17: Primary bone cancer in young people. Commentary: Primary bone cancer in young people. Section 4: Radiotherapy. Chapter 18: The nature of radiotherapy. Chapter 19: Administration of radiotherapy. Chapter 20: Tumours and radiotherapy treatment. Chapter 21: Acute and sub-acute side effects of radiotherapy. Chapter 22: The role of radiotherapy and palliative care. Section 5: Late effects of cancer therapies. Chapter 23: Overview of long-term follow-up. Chapter 24: Potential physical issues following cancer treatment. Chapter 25: The role of the nurse in Long-Term Follow-Up. Chapter 26: Health promotion for Long-Term Follow-Up patients. Chapter 27: Quality of Life in long-term survivors of childhood cancer.
£69.26
John Wiley & Sons Inc Palliative Care An Integrated Approach
Book SynopsisAspects include psychosocial, spiritual and physical needs of the patient. Care and treatment are considered in a multidisciplinary and complementary way. Patient centered coverage considers treatment and care of the dying in all settings in major diseases. A highly integrated approach to pain and symptom control, including complementary therapies.Trade Review“However, I have found myself referring to this book in recent months far more than some of the bigger, more established, textbooks – and if the measure of a good book is how well-thumbed the pages become, then the author is on to a winner. (European Journal of Palliative Care, 2010) "The author's warmth, enthusiasm and concern for patients, their families and the professionals who care for them, combined with her scholarship, shine throughout this book. I recommend it to anyone with an interest in the care of people approaching the end of their lives in any setting." (Palliative Medicine, 2009) "This book will be a very welcome addition to the undergraduate curriculum for clinicians seeking to specialize in palliative care." (International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 2009) "There is a wealth of knowledge and experience for nursing students and newly qualified nurses seeking direction.... I would recommend this for reference on general medical wards and units where patients are receiving end of life care." (Nursing Standard, April 2009) Table of ContentsForeword x Contributors’ biographies xii Acknowledgements xv Dedications xvi 1 Historical and cultural perspectives on the evolution of palliative care 1 Key points 1 Introduction 2 Death in society 2 Dame Cicely Saunders and the origins of contemporary palliative care 3 An international perspective 6 Defi nitions 8 End-of-life care national programme 12 Culture 15 Service user involvement 18 Conclusion 19 Main implications for practice 19 Suggested further reading 19 2 Facing progressive disease and death 21 Key points 21 Psychosocial care 22 Partnership – maintaining the balance 23 Approaches to care 24 Giving the bad news 26 Denial/avoidance 29 Anger 32 Anxiety 33 Depression 33 Social pain 35 Conclusion 35 Main implications for practice 36 Suggested further reading 36 3 Communication skills 37 Key points 37 The impact of good communication 38 The impetus to teach communication skills 38 Facilitative styles 40 What Howard taught me about nursing dying people 45 Helpful strategies 46 Communicating with people with dementia 56 Conclusion 57 Main implications for practice 57 Suggested further reading 58 4 Self-awareness and self-care 59 Key points 59 Saving a life versus stealing a death 60 Facing death 62 Making space for decision-making 64 Self-awareness 66 How much did Nicky impact on my life? 68 Self-care 69 Main implications for practice 72 Suggested further reading 72 5 The sick role and partnership working 73 Key points 73 Introduction 73 Partnership care – what does it mean? 75 The sick role 76 Face-to-face partnership: attention to information giving 78 Written information 81 Decision aids 82 Special needs 83 Conclusion 83 Main implications for practice 83 Suggested further reading 84 6 Hope and spirituality 85 Key points 85 Introduction 86 Hope research 86 Spirituality 94 Religious practices concerned with death 100 Conclusion 104 Main implications for practice 104 Suggested further reading 105 7 Finding resilience together 106 Key points 106 Resilience in health care 107 Patient groups 108 Psychoneuroimmunology 108 The expert patient 111 Conclusion 114 Main implications for practice 115 Suggested further reading 115 8 Living with dying 116 Key points 116 Introduction 117 Social death 118 Vulnerable groups 119 Informational needs 121 Being heard and feeling supported 122 Companionship 123 Intimacy and caring 125 Health needs 125 Diffi cult thoughts and letting go 127 Conclusion 128 Main implications for practice 128 Suggested further reading 129 9 Bereavement 130 Key points 130 Defi nitions 131 Untimely deaths 131 Bereavement and health 132 Grief theorists 134 Mourning practices in different cultures 141 Bereaved children 143 Old age 143 Bereavement and dementia 143 Solitary grief 144 Bereavement services 145 Conclusion 148 Main implications for practice 149 Suggested further reading 149 10 Pain and other major symptoms: an integrated approach 150 Key points 150 Pain theories 152 Psychological approaches 154 Physical approaches 158 Complementary therapies 163 Creative therapies 170 Conclusion 172 Main implications for practice 172 Suggested further reading 172 11 The history of the use of strong opioids for cancer pain 173 Key points 173 Studies and narratives 174 WHO analgesia ladder 177 Side effects 182 Alternative routes for administration of strong opioids 184 Conclusion 187 Main implications for practice 188 Suggested further reading 188 12 Concordance and advance care planning 189 Key points 189 Patient-centred care: concordance 190 Advance care planning 192 The Mental Capacity Act 2005 196 Main implications for practice 196 Suggested further reading 197 13 Eleven prevalent symptoms 198 Key points 198 History 198 Pain 199 Nausea and vomiting 206 Constipation 212 Diarrhoea 216 Anorexia 218 Fatigue 223 Breathlessness 227 Confusion 232 Insomnia 236 Anxiety 238 Depression 240 Conclusion 244 Main implications for practice 244 Suggested further reading 245 Addendum: Doloplus 2 Scale 245 14 Palliative issues in some common diseases 248 Key points 248 Gold standard for all 248 Doing the right thing at the right time 249 Conclusion 280 Main implications for practice 280 Suggested further reading 280 Contents ix 15 Palliative emergencies 282 Key points 282 Palliative emergencies 282 Other symptoms 286 Main implications for practice 287 Suggested further reading 287 References 288 Index 315
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Lower Extremity Wounds
Book SynopsisLower limb wounds are frequently observed in clinical practice and often present a real challenge for health care practitioners. Lower extremity wound care requires a multidisciplinary approach involving a number of different health care professionals in order to achieve optimum patient care. Nurses and podiatrists, in particular, are frequently involved in the assessment and management of lower extremity wounds, often working in partnership. Lower Extremity Wounds: A problem-based learning approach is the first wound care book that has been written as a joint venture by experienced nurses and podiatrists, all with expert knowledge in wound care. It highlights the importance of multi-professional collaboration to encourage the crossing and dismantling of professional boundaries, to increase understanding of each other''s roles, and ultimately to ensure that the patient receives the best available evidence-based interventions during their health care journey. <Trade Review"Provides an insight into the complexities of the conditions and what patients with such wounds endure." (Nursing Standard, June 2008)Table of ContentsForeword (David Gray). Introduction (Karen Ousey and Caroline McIntosh). 1 The Need for a Multiprofessional Approach in Wound Care (Caroline McIntosh and Karen Ousey). 2 Physiology of Wound Healing (Karen Ousey and Caroline McIntosh). 3 Skin Changes in the At-Risk Limb (Caroline McIntosh and Kimberley Martin). 4 Infected Wounds (Nicoletta Frescos and Tabatha Rando). 5 Leg Ulcers (Adrienne Taylor). 6 Surgical Wounds (Jacqui Fletcher). 7 Pressure Ulcers (Karen Ousey and Caroline McIntosh). 8 Diabetic Foot Ulcers (Caroline McIntosh and Veronica Newton). 9 Foot Ulceration in Rheumatoid Arthritis (Deborah Turner, Jill Firth and Heidi Davys). 10 Nail Surgery Wounds (Caroline McIntosh and Steve Hancox). Editor and Author Biographies. Index.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Using Insulin Pumps in Diabetes
Book SynopsisInsulin pump therapy is now a well-established option for treating diabetes. This method of insulin delivery offers the opportunity for people with diabetes to manage their diabetes confidently and competently to achieve good glycaemic control and a better quality of life. Using Insulin Pumps in Diabetes covers all aspects of insulin pump therapy in a clear and informative style, and is an essential guide for all health professionals involved in caring for people with diabetes using insulin pumps. Using Insulin Pumps in Diabetes explores issues such as the advantages and disadvantages of insulin pump therapy; the experiences of insulin pump users, how to set up an insulin pump service, how to set and adjust insulin doses and optimising glycaemic control. It also includes chapters on insulin pumps in pregnancy, and in babies, toddlers and young children.Trade Review""The use of continuous insulin infusion pumps for the treatment of patients with diabetes of small children to adults is spreading rapidly. This is a practical guide for nurses and diabetes educators." (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, 1 December 2010) "This guide, aimed at nurses and other health professionals, will hopefully raise awareness of the need to better assess people with Type 1 diabetes, and to clearly determine who are those who would benefit from the use of an insulin pump." (Nurse Prescribing, August 2010)"This is a very informative book. It is clearly laid out and gives a comprehensive guide to using CSII in diabetes. This is a very useful and balanced introduction and support to anyone involved in the care of individuals with diabetes." (Journal of Community Nursing, February 2009)Table of ContentsForeword vii Preface ix Acknowledgements xi 1 An Introduction to Insulin Pump Therapy 1 2 The Advantages and Disadvantages of Insulin Pump Therapy 8 3 The Experiences of Insulin Pump Users 17 4 Insulin Pumps and Infusion Sets 29 5 Setting up an Insulin Pump Service 40 6 Assessing Suitability to Use an Insulin Pump 63 7 Matching Insulin Doses to Carbohydrate Intake 73 8 Using an Empowerment Approach to Insulin Pump Therapy Education 89 9 Initiating Insulin Pump Therapy 103 10 Setting and Adjusting Insulin Doses 119 11 Optimising Glycaemic Control 130 12 The Day-to-day Management of Insulin Pump Therapy 144 13 Insulin Pumps in Babies, Children and Teenagers 158 14 Insulin Pumps in Pregnancy 176 15 Situations Requiring Complex Management 190 Appendix: Additional Sources of Information 199 Index 203
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Managing Long Term Conditions
Book SynopsisThis book explores the notion of Managing Long Term Conditions (MLTC) by focusing on aspects of clinical and community practice both for people requiring occasional programmes and for those with more complex needs necessitating a range of care provision. However, care provided for people living with long term conditions consists not only of that provided by health and social care professionals, but also care provided by friends and family, the voluntary sector, faith and charitable organizations and also self-care by the people who live with long term conditions. An important aspect for consideration in MLTC, therefore, lies in the context of self-help and lay care, and this book includes the concept of patient as expert. The focus of Managing Long Term Conditions is on the social model of care rather than the dominant medical model as the modern healthcare system has come to recognize the value of social determinants of health in contributing to the long term health Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Introduction. 1. Frameworks for Supporting Patients with Long Term Conditions (Marilyn Fitzpatrick). 2. Case Managers and Community Matrons (Margaret Presho). 3. Empowering Patients: The Role of the Expert Patient Programme in Promoting Health Amongst Those with Long Term Conditions (Clare Street and Caroline Powell). 4. Informal Carers: Valuing Our Assets (Maureen Deacon, Marilyn Fitzpatrick and Margaret Presho). 5. The National Service Framework for Long Term Conditions: Towards the Integration of a Learning Disability Perspective (Garry Diack). 6. Mental Health Promotion: The Key to the Effective Management of Long Term conditions (Maureen Deacon). 7. Managing Long Term Conditions from the Child's Perspective: Aspects of Vulnerability and Inequalities for Children with Complex Needs. (Ruth Thomas). 8. Psychosocial Consequences of Living with a Long Term condition (Diane Loggenberg). 9. Redocumenting Home and Managing Long Term Conditions: The Social Organization of Place and Space (Eileen Fairhurst). 10. Cultural Competence in Service Delivery (Margaret Presho). 11. Policy and Practice (Margaret Presho). Index.
£45.55
John Wiley & Sons Inc Cervical Cancer
Book SynopsisThis is a comprehensive guide to cervical cancer for nurses. It is a practically-based text for clinical nurses who wish to consolidate and update their knowledge of cervical cancer. It is concise, containing comprehensive information for general practice together with useful references to facilitate more in-depth study. Thus it provides an invaluable resource for both the registered nurse with a general interest in cervical cancer and for the nurse specialist working in primary health, gynaecology, oncology and palliative care. As well as containing the essential chapters about the pathophysiology and treatment of cervical abnormalities and cervical cancer, the book also addresses specific nursing issues such as sexuality, fertility, and symptom control. Moreover it examines the bigger, global picture of the disease. Full appreciation of global impact of cervical cancer on women involves an appreciation of the social, political and public health aspects of the disease not only inTrade Review“This is a high quality book, both in content and thoroughness.” (Doody's Reviews, May 2009)Table of ContentsAcknowledgements. 1. Dysplasia, HPV and cervical cancer. 2. Pre-invasive disease, colposcopy and adenocarcinoma. 3. Surgery. 4. Radiotherapy. 5. Chemotherapy. 6. Psychological and Social Aspects of Cervical Cancer. 7. Fertility and menopause. 8. Cervical screening. 9. Cervical cancer in developing countries. 10. Cervical cancer vaccines.
£45.55
John Wiley & Sons Inc Nutrition A Handbook for Nurses Wiley Series in
Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive look at all aspects of nutrition from roles and responsibilities to caring for a patient with specific nutritional needs. It is aimed primarily at nurses and addresses some of the issues they will encounter when caring for patients nutritional needs in a hospital setting.Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. Introduction. 1 National and European Initiatives to Improve Standards of Nutritional Care (Carolyn Best). Introduction. National and European initiatives 1990–2007. 2 Malnutrition (Harriet Gordon and Helen Hitchings). Introduction. What is malnutrition? Signs and consequences of malnutrition. Specific vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Management of malnutrition. Nutrition support. Recognising and managing malnutrition in obese patients. 3 Nutrition Screening and Assessment (Helen Hitchings). Introduction. Nutrition screening. Nutrition assessment. Screening tools. Documentation. When to refer to a dietitian. 4 The Nursing Role in Maintaining Patients’ Oral Nutritional Intake (Carolyn Best). Introduction. Identifying the problems. Registered nurse responsibilities in patient nutrition. The responsibilities of the healthcare assistant. Roles and responsibilities of other individuals involved in patient nutrition. The patient in hospital. Recommendations to improve patient intake. Safety considerations when assisting a patient to eat. Helping the dysphagic patient to eat. Effects of dementia on oral nutritional intake. Red trays. Protected mealtimes. Recording food intake. Use of specialised equipment. Educating healthcare workers to assist patients with their meals. 5 Enteral Nutrition (Carolyn Best, Helen Hitchings, Joanna Boult and Harriet Gordon). Introduction. Oral nutrition support. Options for enteral tube feeding: short-term feeding. Options for enteral tube feeding: long-term feeding. Enteral tube feeds. Drug administration through an enteral feeding tube. Flushing enteral feeding tubes. 6 Parenteral Nutrition (Carolyn Best, Helen Hitchings, Joanna Boult and Harriet Gordon). Introduction. Indications of parenteral nutrition. Clinical assessment of the patient requiring parenteral nutrition. Routes for intravenous access Types of central venous catheter. Non-central access options. Multi-lumen vs single-lumen catheters. Confirming central venous catheter tip position. Using a previously used central venous catheter. Aftercare of line and insertion site. Dressing changes. Observations. Flushing following insertion. Estimating nutritional requirements. Biochemical and haematological assessment. Preparations available. Nutritional content of parenteral nutrition. Allergies to components of parenteral nutrition. Drug therapy that may affect nutrition support. Care of parenteral nutrition before administration. Mode of delivery: continuous or cyclical administration. Administration of medication through a central venous catheter. Should an in-line filter be used? Maintaining catheter patency. Patient monitoring. Complications associated with the administration of parenteral nutrition. Discontinuing parenteral nutrition. Removal of a central venous catheter. The role of non-medical prescribing in parenteral nutrition. 7 Re-feeding Syndrome (Helen Hitchings and Harriet Gordon). Introduction. The process of starvation. Incidence of re-feeding syndrome. Impact on the patient. Summary of electrolyte disturbances. Reducing the risk of re-feeding syndrome. Ward checklist for re-feeding syndrome. 8 Ethics and Commitment to Feed (Carolyn Best). Introduction. Benefits vs burden. Informed consent. Decision-making in the competent patient. Decision-making in the non-competent patient. Best interests. Advanced directives. Power of attorney. Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy feeding in advanced dementia. Persistent vegetative state. Withdrawing nutrition support. 9 The Role of a Hospital Nutrition Support Team (Carolyn Best, Helen Hitchings, Joanna Boult and Harriet Gordon). Introduction. Roles within the team. Individual roles within the core team. Getting started: developing the Nutrition Support Team. Agreeing the referral process. Developing skills within the Nutrition Support Team. Maintaining momentum. Agreeing standards for practice. Proving the worth of the Nutrition Support Team. The role of the Nutrition Steering Committee. 10 Transfer of Care from Hospital to Community(Carolyn Best and Helen Hitchings). Introduction. Planning discharge. Education. Training required. Equipment required for discharge. The review process. Potential problems. Further reading. Support group details. 11 Case Studies (Harriet Gordon, Carolyn Best, Helen Hitchings and Joanna Boult). Introduction. Enteral nutrition. Combined enteral/parenteral nutrition. Parenteral nutrition. References. Glossary and Abbreviations. Index.
£47.45
John Wiley & Sons Inc Continence Care Pathways
Book SynopsisNo other book specifically written on this subject It is written by the people who first designed these pathways Brings evidence and practice together Offers an alternative approach to assessment: an outcome measurement tool and resource monitor Practical and constructive and helps with benchmarking and auditing.Trade Review"Bayliss, a clinical nurse specialist, et al., who developed the original concept of bladder and bowel care pathways in the UK, provide a guide for new nurses and nursing students to improving their care for patients with continence problems." (Book News, December 2009)Table of ContentsDedication. List of Contributors. Foreword. Preface. Chapter 1: An Overview of Continence Care and the Case for Care Pathways. Main policy documents. Nursing Role. Providers of care. Patient centred care. Background to continence care. Evolution of Care Pathways. Benefits of Care Pathways. Key Summary Points. Chapter 2: The Impact of Quality and the Need for Evidence. The patients’ perspective. Evidence based practice. The case for change. Audit project. The Care Pathway Solution. The evidence. Other sources of evidence. Outcome of evidence base and variance tracking. Next Steps. A Case Study of the adoption of care pathways. Key Summary Points. Chapter 3: Process of Development of Care Pathways. Advantages of Care Pathways. Process mapping and service redesign. Local adaption of template pathways. Interviews. Pilots. Evaluation. Overcoming resistance to change. Improving communication with patients. Language. Key Summary Points. Chapter 4: The Generic Pathway. Fluid intake. Cranberry juice. Caffeine. Suggested standard statements. Urinalysis. Constipation. Medication. Environmental factors. Cognitive dysfunction. Key Summary Points. Chapter 5: Symptom related Specific Pathways. Symptom profile and assessment. Suggested Standard Statements. Stress incontinence. Urge Incontinence. Overflow Incontinence. Stress Incontinence Care Pathway. Urge Incontinence Care Pathway. Overflow Care Pathway. Key Summary Points. Chapter 6: Bowel Care Pathway. Physiology of the bowel. Suggested Standard Statements. Key Summary Points. Chapter 7: Involving Patients and other Experts. What is patient involvement? Expert patient programme. User Groups. Who to involve. When to involve. How many users. How to involve users. Questionnaires. Content validation. Focus Groups. How can user involvement be undertaken locally? Focus Groups. Patient shadowing. Patient diaries. Discovery interviews. Critical Friends? Groups. Key Summary Points. Appendix 1 Information sheet for patients and document. Appendix 2 Information for staff. References and further reading. Index.
£41.75
John Wiley & Sons Inc Day Surgery
Book SynopsisThe evolution of day surgery has heralded a new era of medical, anaesthetic and nursing knowledge, skills and practice. Day Surgery: Contemporary Approaches to Nursing Care explores the familiar concepts within nursing, such as evidence-based practice, patient-centred communication, management, practice development and models of care, and uses these theoretical constructs to provide a comprehensive overview of contemporary services and nursing approaches within day surgery.This book is written with the intention of providing nurses working in day surgery with a comprehensive applied text that can be used as a reference when caring for patients. Day Surgery: Contemporary Approaches to Nursing Care: Provides a comprehensive overview of nursing approaches in day surgery Utilises models of care Includes evidence based practice Provides practical advice on management of day surgery services including setting up and implementing nurseTable of ContentsContributors ix 1 Introduction to Day Surgery 1Phillipa Ryan Withero Historical background 1 Overview of services 6 Common presenting conditions 9 Recent innovations in day surgery 13 Conclusion 14 References 15 2 Models of Care 19Fiona Timmins Introduction 19 Outline of conceptual models of nursing care 20 The Roper, Logan and Tierney Model 23 Orem’s self-care deficit theory of nursing 25 Peplau’s conceptual frame of reference for psychodynamic Nursing 27 Evaluation of the contribution of conceptual models of nursing to day surgery practice 28 Background and development of care pathways 31 What is a care pathway? 31 Developing care pathways 33 Examples of care pathways in current use 36 Conclusion 43 References 44 3 Nurse-led Pre-admission Clinics 47Jo Gilmartin Introduction 47 The emergence of nurse-led interventions 47 Nurse-led services 51 The pre-assessment process 54 Educational intervention 59 Setting up a nurse-led pre-admission clinic 62 Evaluating services 68 Conclusion 71 References 71 4 Practice Development 77Robert McSherry, Kay Scott and Sharon Farlow Introduction 77 Background 77 What do we mean by practice development? 79 Applying practice development initiatives in day surgery units 81 Evaluation methodologies 92 Patient satisfaction 94 Conclusion 95 References 95 5 Day Surgery Management 99Anne-Marie Brady Introduction 99 Management structure 99 Systems thinking 100 Management and leadership 101 Teamwork 102 Planning day surgery services 103 Planning day surgery facilities 106 Human resource management 109 Managing the provision of services 112 Outcomes management 113 Financial management 118 Conclusion 119 References 120 6 Communication Issues in Day Surgery 123Catherine McCabe Introduction 123 Communication 123 Importance of communication in day surgery 126 Collaborative communication 130 Conclusion 134 References 135 7 Providing Information and Support 137Margaret McCann Introduction 137 Day surgery and patient education 138 Patient education and management of anxiety 145 Patient education process 148 Principles of patient education 157 Conclusion 166 References 166 Index 171
£44.60
John Wiley & Sons Inc Improving Healthcare Through Advocacy
Book SynopsisPraise for Improving Healthcare Through Advocacy A Guide for the Health and Helping Professions Bruce Jansson''s thoughtful and innovative book will appeal to students in social work, nursing, and public health as well as those working in the health field of practice. The case examples are extraordinary, and Jansson provides the ideas, context, and theoretical base for readers to acquire the skills of advocacy in healthcare. This is by far the best advocacy book I have seen. Gary Rosenberg, PhD Director, Division of Social Work and Behavioral Science Mount Sinai School of Medicine Improving Healthcare Through Advocacy is a terrific description of opportunities for advocacy intervention and provides the skill sets necessary for effective advocacy. A needed book. Laura Weil, LCSW Director, Health Advocacy Program Sarah Lawrence College Improving HeTable of ContentsPreface xi 1 Embedding Advocacy in the U.S. Health System 1 Seven Problems Commonly Encountered by Healthcare Consumers 2 Advocacy 3 Scenarios and Vignettes 6 Resurgence of Interest in Case and Policy Advocacy 8 Advocacy From Outside the Health System 10 Advocacy as an Underground Activity 11 Advocacy as an Ethical Imperative 11 A Philosophical Premise 12 An Outline of This Book 13 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 13 2 How the U.S. Health System Contributes to Consumers' Seven Problems 15 The Poor Law Tradition 15 Emphasis on Technology 17 Entrepreneurialism 17 Insufficient Emphasis on Prevention 17 Lack of Diversity in Medical Personnel 18 Uneven Acceptance of a Biopsychosocial Framework 19 Medical Silos and Insular Care 19 From History to Case and Policy Advocacy 21 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 22 3 An Advocacy Practice Framework: Tasks, Skills, and Actions 23 Brief Overview of Case-Advocacy Interventions 23 Eight Case-Advocacy Tasks 24 Task #1 Reading the Context 24 Task #2 Triage 27 Task #3 Allocating Case-Advocacy Services 32 Task #4 Diagnosing Task 33 Task #5 The Strategizing Task 40 Task #6 Implementing Case-Advocacy Strategy 50 Task #7 Assessing Advocacy Interventions 50 Task #8 Progressing to Policy Advocacy 51 Case Advocacy for a Very Sick Child 51 Summary 56 4 Case Advocacy Skills 59 Four Skills for Reading the Advocacy Context (Task #1) 59 Four Skills for Case-Advocacy Triage (Task #2) 60 Four Skills for Allocating Case-Advocacy Services (Task #3) 61 Four Skills for the Diagnosing Task (Task #4) 61 Four Skills for the Strategizing Task (Task #5) 61 Four Skills for the Implementing Task (Task # 6) 62 Four Skills for the Assessing Task (Task #7) 62 Four Skills for the Progression Task (Task #8) 63 Two Skills in More Detail 63 The Nature of Influence 63 Empowering Consumers 65 Empowerment (Continued) 83 Advocacy With Respect to Seven Consumer Problems 96 5 Advocacy to Protect Consumers' Ethical Rights 97 Promoting Ethical Conduct in Healthcare 97 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket for Promoting Ethical Conduct 101 Obtaining Skills in Ethical Reasoning at the Case Level 106 Nineteen Scenarios Encountered by Case Advocates 115 Summary 137 Moving From Case-Advocacy Scenarios to Broader Policy Issues 141 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 142 6 Advocacy to Improve Consumers' Quality of Care 143 A Definition of ``Quality Healthcare'' 143 General Criticisms of the Success of U.S. Healthcare in Addressing Physiological Illnesses 144 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket as It Pertains to Quality of Care 146 Fifteen Scenarios Encountered by Consumers With Respect to Quality of Care 159 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 176 Progressing From Case Advocacy to Policy Advocacy to Enhance Quality of Care 176 7 Advocacy to Promote Culturally Competent Health Services 179 Conceptualizing Cultural Competency 180 What It Means to Be Culturally Competent: A Conceptual Framework 182 The Case for Providing Culturally Competent Services 185 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket 189 Ten Scenarios Pertaining to Culturally Incompetent Services 192 Policy Advocacy to Promote the Cultural Competency of the Health System 207 Moving From Case Advocacy Scenarios to Broader Policy Issues 210 8 Using Advocacy to Promote Prevention in Health 211 Defining Prevention 211 Threats to Health 213 Prevention Goals and Strategies 214 Why U.S. Consumers Particularly Need Prevention 219 Barriers to Prevention 221 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket 229 Twelve Scenarios of Consumers Regarding Preventive Services 239 Moving from Case Advocacy to Policy Advocacy 251 Summary 252 9 Using Advocacy to Help Consumers Finance Their Healthcare 253 Buck-Passing 260 Seniors' Angst 264 The Medical Wheel of Fortune 267 Some Effects of Poor Coverage on Health Outcomes 275 Ripple Effects of Health Costs and Coverage 276 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket Protecting Consumers With Respect to Health Coverage 278 Twenty Scenarios Encountered by Advocates 280 Moving From Case Advocacy to Policy Advocacy 295 Fifteen Scenarios Presented in This Book 295 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 295 Summary 296 10 Advocacy for Healthcare Consumers Needing Mental Health Services 297 Why Many Consumers Turn to Health Settings for Help with Mental Conditions 297 Kinds of Mental Distress Often Experienced by Consumers 300 Who Attends to Consumers' Mental Health Needs? 303 Some Liabilities in the Policy and Regulatory Thicket 304 Assets in the Policy and Regulatory Thicket 306 The Policy and Regulatory Thicket: Laws, Regulations, and Staff That Facilitate Social and Mental Health Services 319 Twenty-Six Scenarios Encountered by Case Advocates 321 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 343 Moving from Case Advocacy to Policy Advocacy 343 11 Advocacy to Help Consumers Receive Community-Based Care 345 Consumer's Health Ecosystems 345 A Compendium of Community-Based Health Services 348 Assets and Liabilities in the Policy and Regulatory Thicket 349 Fifteen Advocacy Scenarios for Consumers Needing Community-Based Care 361 Moving From Case Advocacy to Policy Advocacy 374 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 374 Summary 375 12 A Framework for Policy Advocacy by Healthcare Professionals 377 The Importance of Policy Advocacy 377 A Policy Advocacy Framework 379 Surmounting Fatalism, Controversy, and Vested Interests 387 Policy Advocacy in Four Settings 390 13 Using Policy Advocacy to Embed Advocacy in Healthcare Organizations 391 What Advocates Seek to Change in Health Organizations 391 Using Policy Advocacy to Embed Advocacy in Health Organizations 395 Summary 420 14 Policy Advocacy in Community, Electoral, and Government Settings 421 Health Advocacy in Communities 421 Policy Advocacy in Electoral Settings 425 Policy Advocacy in Legislative and Regulatory Settings 426 Advocating for Regulatory Changes 429 Establishing a Policy Agenda in Specific Health Settings 430 Online Materials Relevant to This Chapter 431 Summary 431 References 433 Author Index 457 Subject Index 469
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Perinatal Mental Health
Book SynopsisThis book covers most aspects of the recognition, treatment, care and management of postnatal depression and examines the way in which it affects mothers, their families, infants and society as a whole. It discusses the factors that impact and impinge on mothers' lives and how they are expected to deal with them including risk factors.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Women’s Mental Health. From Hippocrates to Kumar. Chapter 2: The Antenatal Period. Chapter 3: Postnatal Depression and Bipolar Disorder. Chapter 4: Psychosis, Personality Disorders, Eating Disorders, Sexual Issues, Self Harm and Suicide. Chapter 5: Problems Associated With Perinatal Mental Health. Chapter 6: Possible Causes of Postnatal Depression. Chapter 7: Recognition and Detection of Perinatal Mental Health Disorders. Chapter 8: The Effect on the Family. Chapter 9: Effects on Society. Chapter 10: Management of Postnatal Depression. Chapter 11: The Multi Disciplinary Team. Chapter 12: Global Cultural Practices. Chapter 13: An Overview of Women’s’ Perinatal Mental Health. References. Appendix 1: Contact List for Organisations. Appendix 2: Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Mens Health Body Identity and Social Context
Book SynopsisThis book explores the social, political and theoretical underpinnings of the men's health field. Written by experts in the field, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the relationships between cultural understandings and health-related issues.Trade Review"For those specifically engaged in sociological work around gender (and/or masculinities) and health the book provides an excellent collection of recent, high quality, empirical and theoretically informed pieces." (Sociology of Health & Illness, 2011) "This is, however, a provocative, important resource on men's health for all academic audiences, especially those interested in gender studies and health care." (CHOICE, March 2010)Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Introduction: Men’s health in context Introduction Outline of the book References Chapter 1: Theorising Masculinity and Men's Health Introduction Health and the Social Construction of Gender Theorising Masculinity in the Context of Health Conclusion Acknowledgement References Chapter 2: Positioning prostate cancer as the problematic third testicle Introduction A word about style Moving into Prostate Cancer Moving through Prostate Cancer Moving out from Prostate Cancer Recommendations and conclusion Author note Acknowledgements References Chapter 3: Men, masculinity and help-seeking behaviour Introduction Are men more reluctant to seek help than women, or is it just a myth? Gender Role Socialisation and Help-seeking Behaviour Help-seeking vis-…-vis the social construction of hegemonic masculinity Masculinities, Identity, and Help-seeking Behaviour Concluding Remarks References Chapter 4: Gender and psychosocial adaptation after a coronary event: a relational analysis Introduction Method Living in denial Coping with diagnosis, treatment and recovery Reconstructing gender identity during extended recovery Conclusion References Chapter 5: Spectacular risk, public health and the technological mediation of the sexual practices of gay men Introduction Spectacular risk and public health Measuring and explaining risky behaviour Technologically mediated sexual cultures Public health after ‘barebacking’ Conclusion Acknowledgement References Chapter 6: Young men, masculinity and alcohol Introduction Young men’s alcohol consumption Influences on young men’s drinking The importance of masculinity 201 Recent qualitative research into masculinity and alcohol consumption Quantitative analysis of links between masculinity and alcohol - beliefs and behaviour Conclusion Acknowledgments References Chapter 7: Men’s Mental Health Introduction Rates of mental disorders The social constructionist perspective Over and under-achievement as a male mental health syndrome Men, warfare and mental health Conclusion References Chapter 8: Sport, health and steroids: Paradox, contradiction or ethical self-formation Introduction Sport and Health as Paradox From Paradox to Moral and Ethical Performance Bodybuilding as Ethical Practice and Performance Physical Growth and Personal Transformation in Bodybuilding Dedication and the use of time Health as Distinction Conclusion References Chapter 8: Racialised masculinities and the health of immigrant and refugee men Introduction The New Men’s Health The health disparities literature in relation to race and ethnicity Marginalised masculinities and men’s health Immigrant and refugee men in Australia The social context of immigrant and refugee men’s health Gender issues facing immigrant and refugee men Conclusion References Chapter 9: Future research agenda in men’s health Introduction Some guiding assumptions in research Dualistic thought The dominance of biomedical conceptions of health Developing new perspectives on men’s health and illness References
£45.55
Wiley Depression Care Across the Lifespan
Book SynopsisDepression Care across the Lifespan is a comprehensive, practical text that aims to increase knowledge and understanding of depression enabling professionals to enhance the care delivered to patients with depression. This text explores depression across all ages, starting with children and teenagers, through adulthood and finally old age.Table of ContentsDedication. Acknowledgement. Preface. Introduction. Chapter 1: Causes of Depression. Epidemiology of depression. Gender and depression. What is Depression?. Causes of Depression. Recognizing the Symptoms of Depression. Depression as normal. Different Types of Depression. Major Depression. Dysthymia. Manic depression or Bipolar Disorder. Mania. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Post-natal Depression. Anxiety. Physical causes linked to depression. Beliefs about depression. Cultural beliefs about depression. Lay beliefs and Depression. Sociological beliefs. Conclusion. Reflection and Discussion. References. Chapter 2: Depression in children and teenagers. Introduction. Incidence of mental disorder in children. Causes of depression in young people. Physical conditions. Diagnosing depression in children. Associated Risk factors. Treatment of depression in children and young people. Drug Treatment. Therapies. Substance Misuse in adolescents. Cannabis. Self harm and Suicide. Self Harming Behavior. Suicide in young people. Risk factors associated with suicide. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion. References. Chapter 3: Depression throughout the adult female lifecycle. Introduction. Pre menstrual syndrome and Pre menstrual dysorphic disorder. Diagnosis of pre menstrual syndrome (PMS) and pre menstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Depression in pregnancy. Anxiety and depression during pregnancy. Post partum depression. Trans-cultural studies. Predicting risk of post- natal depression. Puerperal Psychosis. Depression related to the menopause. Learning disabilities and the menopause. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion. References. Chapter 4: The Impact of Stress and Depression upon work and well being. Introduction. Causes of work related stress and depression. Bullying and harassment in the workplace. Bullying in the workplace. Depression and the ability to work. The economic impact of stress and depression in the workplace. Improving health and well being and employer?s responsibility. Men and Depression. Paternal peri-natal mental health. Unemployment and Retirement. Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in men and women. Persistent symptoms experienced by PTSD sufferers. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion. References. Chapter 5: Depression in Chronic Disease and Long Term Conditions. Introduction. Depression and Coronary Heart Disease. Depression and Stroke. Depression and Chronic Obstructive Airways Disease (COPD). Depression and Renal Disease. Depression and Diabetes. Depression and Cancer. The Role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care. Neurological conditions. Evidence regarding long term conditions. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion. References. Chapter 6: Depression in later life. Introduction. Causes and incidence of depression in late life. Depression and dementia. Alcohol misuse in old age. Anorexia in old age. Beliefs about Depression. The Geriatric Depression Scale-15. Management of depression in old age. Treatment. Adherence, Compliance and Concordance. Types of treatment available. Medication. Psychological Interventions. Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT). Suicide and Older People. Morbidity and Mortality. Perceptions of care workers caring for older depressed adults. National Service Framework for Older People (NSF). Bereavement and grief. Kubler Ross Stages of Dying. Ethnicity and depression. Life Span Developmental Theories. Normal Grief Reactions. Abnormal or Complicated grief. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion. References. Chapter 7: Suicide and Self Harm. Introduction. Background on suicide. Suicide rates and Statistics. Potential reasons for reduction in reported suicide rates in England. National Strategies to Reduce Suicide. The role of the G.P in the Prevention of Suicide. Socioeconomic factors associated with suicidal behaviour. Discharge Liaison, the Role of the Community Psychiatric Nurse and the Care Programme Approach. Potential Guidelines and Recommendations on suicide prevention prior to discharge. Suicidal behaviour. People associated with higher incidence of suicide. Adolescents and young people. Suicide and Depression in adolescents with Learning Disabilities. Prisoners. Clergy. Alcohol Abuse. Psychiatric Illness associated with suicide. HIV and Aids. Older People. Antidepressants and the risk of suicidal behaviour. The Importance of Managing Suicidal Risk. Risk assessment. Suicide risk identification, assessment and action plan. No Suicide Contracts. Review of risk assessment scales. Self harm. Reasons why young people self harm. Self harm and high suicidal risk. The Professionals Role in Suicide Prevention. The Doctors Role. The Nurses Role. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion Case scenarios and key observations. References. Chapter 8: Treatment for Depression. Introduction. Antidepressants. Types of anti-depressants. SSRI’s. MAOI’s. Psychological Therapies. Problem solving therapy. Counselling. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Guided self help. Group work. Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT). Exercise and dance. Electromagnetic stimulation. Compliance with treatment. Accessing treatment. Nurse Prescribing. Crisis Resolution Services. Conclusions. Reflection and discussion: Case study Scenarios. References. Chapter 9: Ethnicity and depression and mental health and learning disabilities. Introduction. Prevalence of depression by race or ethnicity. Ethnicity and diversity. Monitoring ethnicity and inequality. Depression in immigrants and ethnic minorities. Treatment of depression. Physical health, ageing and depression. Supporting race equality. Provision of services. Depression in people with learning disabilities. Low self esteem in people with learning disabilities. Leaning disabilities and Self harm. Learning disabilities and self injury. Conclusion. Reflection and discussion points. References. Chapter 10: Managing depression in primary and secondary care and evidence based practice. Introduction. 1. Evidence based care for Depression in Primary Care. Management of depression in primary and secondary care. National guidance for Depression in children and young people. Guidance on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Adults and Children. Patient’s experience of depression and the expert patient. The Expert Patient. 2. Patient safety in mental health. National Patient Safety Agency. Root Cause Analysis. Barrier Analysis. Suicide prevention: Good practice guidelines. 3. Evidence based practice. Medicines management. Improving access to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. 4. Mental Health Policy. National Suicide Prevention Strategy. Care Programme Approach (CPA). Screening for depression. Progress on mental health reform. Media reporting on suicide. 5. Mental health research. Conclusion. Reflection and Discussion Points. References. Index.
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Diabetes Education
Book SynopsisDiabetes education is a process, the key to which is establishing a therapeutic relationship with the individual. The overall goal of diabetes education is to enhance the individual's health capability, including their ability to solve problems and apply the learning to self-care. Thus, diabetes education is an interactive process of teaching and learning where information is co-generated. This innovative and thought-provoking new book explores the how' of diabetes education, rather than the what' and the why'. Diabetes Education: Art, Science and Evidence helps healthcare practitioners teach diabetes effectively from diagnosis onwards and ensure people living with diabetes receive individualised support and information. It enables practitioners and educators to examine and reflect on their practice when managing the person with diabetes. Bringing together all the thinking and experience of the diabetes journey in one text, this book is essential reading for all practiTrade Review"This book should be compulsory reading for all health care professionals involved in teaching people with diabetes how to cope with and adjust to their condition." (European Diabetes Nursing, 1 December 2012) "In summary, this book is useful for healthcare professionals working with people with diabetes. There are many short stories, case studies and illustrative quotes read." (Diabetes Update, 1 October 2013) "This book is useful for both beginners and experienced diabetes healthcare professionals. In addition, the messages it portrays are relevant to healthcare professionals working with people with other long-term conditions." (Journal of Diabetes Nursing, 1 January 2013) "This book should be compulsory reading for all health care professionals involved in teaching people with diabetes how to cope with and adjust to their condition." (Practical Diabetes, 1 November 2012)Table of ContentsList of Contributors xi Foreword xiii Preface xvii Acknowledgements xxi List of Tables, Figures and Boxes xxiii List of Abbreviations xxvii 1 Brief Overview of Diabetes, the Disease 1Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 1 Overview of diabetes 1 Prevalence of diabetes 2 Overview of normal glucose homeostasis 2 Signs and symptoms of diabetes 3 Diabetes management and management aims 7 Long-term diabetes complications 8 Summary 9 References 9 2 The Journey of the Person with Diabetes 12Jane Speight and Harsimran Singh Introduction 12 Psychological factors: the role of beliefs and attitudes 14 Psychological factors: emotional reactions to diabetes 19 Social factors: influence of personal situation 21 Factors that affect illness/wellness behaviours 22 Summary 23 References 24 3 Teaching and Learning: The Art and Science of Making Connections 28Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 28 Purpose of diabetes education 29 Principles of learning and teaching 29 Learning theory 31 Laws of learning 32 Knowledge 32 Nudging 34 Learning and the brain 35 Memory 36 Keeping the brain fit: brain training 37 Brain training: mind-body fitness 38 Sleep: vital for learning and memory 39 His brain, her brain 39 Technology 40 Helping people learn: proactive strategies are more effective 41 Summary 46 References 46 4 Making Choices, Setting Goals 49Timothy Skinner Introduction 49 Why don ’ t people do what is best for them? 50 Self-regulation, goals and values 52 Behaviour-serving goals 53 Limited resources 56 SMARTER 58 Sleep 59 Summary 60 References 61 5 The Teacher: Moving from Good to Exceptional 62Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 62 Healing 63 Who is a teacher? 64 Attributes of a ‘good’ teacher 65 Moving from good to exceptional 67 Philosophy of diabetes care and education 67 Factors that influence philosophy 69 Therapeutic relationship 70 Listening 72 Know yourself 72 Wounded healer 74 Reflection 74 Being present in the moment 75 Self-care 75 Summary 76 References 76 6 People Do Not Always Speak the Same Language Even When They Speak the Same Language 78Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 78 What is language? 78 Components of language 80 Learning a language 81 The power of language 82 Body language 84 Culture 86 Exchanging information: a complex process 89 Language and attitude change 90 ‘Voices’ 90 Narrative medicine 91 The value of reading fiction 91 Using writing in diabetes care 92 Education materials 94 Winnie the Pooh has the last word 94 References 95 7 Role and Use of Creative Arts in Diabetes Care 98Jean-Philippe Assal and Tisiana Assal Introduction 98 Medical identity 98 The four cardinal axes of healthcare delivery 99 Listening to patients and modes of self-expression 101 Promoting creativity 101 Painting as a process of transformation 101 The theatre of lived experience 106 Artistic expression favours communication 106 Two examples 107 Key learning 111 Art and therapeutic education 112 Summary 114 Recommended reading 115 8 Turning Points and Transitions: Crises and Opportunities 117Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 117 The seven ages of man 118 Common major life transitions 120 Neutral zone 122 A new beginning 122 Major life transitions 123 Signs a person may be entering or is in a life transition 125 Strategies to help people manage life transitions 125 Building resilience 127 References 131 9 Sharing Stories of the Journey: Peer Education 133Gretchen A. Piatt, Rhonda Lee, Helen Thomasic, Norma Ryan and Millie Glinsky Introduction 133 Empathy and sympathy 142 Empathy and social support 142 Empathy and patient relationships 143 References 147 10 Diabetes: A Lifetime of Learning 151Michelle Robins Introduction 151 The clinical experience 152 Learning styles 156 Be honest 159 Consistent and correct terminology 159 Simplifying complex concepts into easier to understand concepts 160 Using the individual ’ s knowledge and experience 161 ‘Catchy’ phrases 161 Visual aids 162 Asking the right questions 163 Health literacy 164 Group education 166 Educating people with disabilities 169 Being flexible about where diabetes education is delivered 170 Cultural sensitivity and diabetes education 170 Be aware of language 172 Where to start 172 Chapter summary and key points 173 References 174 11 Medicine Self-Management: More than Just Taking Pills 177Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 177 Medicine self-management 178 Complementary and alternative medicines and therapies 181 ‘Compliance’: to use or not to use, that is the question 183 People with diabetes’ perspective 184 HPs, especially prescribers and educators perspectives 186 Carers, particularly family members 186 Extent of non-compliance 187 Is there a relationship between medicine compliance and optimal health outcomes? 188 Factors that influence medicine compliance 190 How is compliance assessed/measured? 190 Quality use of medicines 194 QUM, diabetes educators and medicine management 194 Summary 196 References 197 12 The Advance of Health Information Technology: Travelling the Internet Superhighway 200Kari Harno Introduction 200 Internet and networks 200 Diabetes education 202 Diabetes management tools 205 Personal health tools and self-care 207 Summary 211 References 212 13 Leadership—Know Yourself: Influence Others 215Trisha Dunning AM Introduction 215 Leadership: a brief historical perspective 216 What is leadership and what/who is a leader? 218 Leader functions 220 Leadership philosophies, theories and models 220 Leadership styles 221 Leadership competencies and attributes 221 Leadership education and care of people with diabetes 224 Leadership in diabetes clinical care 225 Leadership in diabetes education 225 Leadership in diabetes research 225 What do diabetes educators think about leadership? 227 How can we grow diabetes education leaders? 228 Summary 229 Acknowledgements 230 References 230 Appendix 232 Index 235
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Reflective Practice in Nursing
Book SynopsisFrom reviews of previous editions: ''This excellent book provides useful guidance on the use of reflection in practice.... a helpful addition to any nursing library.' Primary Health Care ''an excellent investment in any nurses' library portfolio.'' Journal of Advanced Nursing ''An extremely welcome addition to nursing''s literature on thoughtful, knowledgeable practice.'' Nursing Times ''This is an excellent practical guide to reflective practiceI would highly recommend this book to all practice teachers and students.'' Journal of Practice Nursing The ability to reflect on practice has become a competency demanded of every healthcare professional in recent years. It can be a daunting prospect- but this practical and accessible text guides the way, using the latest research and evidence to support the development of skills in reflective practice and provides help and advice on how to get started, how to write reflectivelyTable of ContentsList of Contributors vi Preface ix 1 An introduction to reflection 1Chris Bulman 2 Developing skills for reflective practice 23Sue Atkins and Sue Schutz 3 Writing to learn: writing reflectively 53Sylvina Tate 4 Reflecting in groups 93Bernadette Carter 5 An exploration of the student and mentor journey into reflective practice 121Charlotte Maddison and Pam Sharp 6 Supervision for supervisors: icing on the cake or a basic ingredient for the development of clinical supervision in nursing? 150John Driscoll and Paul Cassedy 7 A personal exploration of reflective and clinical expertise 177Sue Duke 8 Assessing and evaluating reflection 201Sue Schutz 9 Getting started on a journey with reflection 225Chris Bulman Index 254
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Fundamentals of MedicalSurgical Nursing
Book SynopsisFundamentals of Medical-Surgical Nursing Fundamentals of Medical-Surgical Nursing A Systems Approach Fundamentals of Medical-Surgical Nursing is a comprehensive yet easy-to-read overview of medical and surgical nursing, designed specifically to support all nursing students learning to care for the adult patient. Highly illustrated and with an easy-to-follow systems-based structure, it provides a thorough foundation in anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical management, and nursing care for the full spectrum of adult health conditions. KEY FEATURES: Extensive coverage of principles of nursing assessment, medication administration, infection prevention and control, and nutritional care Key need-to-know-information and definitions for the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of a range of illnesses and conditions Detailed overviews of nursing care, including patient education, treatment, and complications Trade Review“This is book is aimed at pre-registration nursing students and other healthcare students but would also be appropriate for training or qualified assistant practitioners. It would also be useful to newly qualified nurses working in medical or surgical areas.” (Nursing Times, 1 August 2014) Table of ContentsAbout the series ix Preface x About the editors xii Contributors xiii How to get the best out of your textbook xviii About the companion website xxi Part 1: Common Principles Underlying Medical and Surgical Nursing Practice 1 Chapter 1 Principles of nursing assessment 2Naomi Elliott Chapter 2 Principles of drug administration 12Sue Jordan Chapter 3 Principles of intravenous therapy 26Lisa Dougherty Chapter 4 Principles of nutritional care 44Carolyn Best and Helen Hitchings Chapter 5 Principles of infection prevention and control 58Sile Creedon and Maura Smiddy Chapter 6 Principles of acute care for older people 78Louise Daly, Debbie Tolson and Anna Ayton Chapter 7 Principles of end of life care 90Kevin Connaire Chapter 8 Principles of perioperative nursing 104Joy O’Neill, Bernie Pennington and Adele Nightingale Chapter 9 Principles of high-dependency nursing 124Tina Day Chapter 10 Principles of emergency nursing 142Valerie Small, Gabrielle Dunne and Catherine McCabe Part 2: Adult Medical and Surgical Nursing 155 Chapter 11 Nursing care of conditions related to the skin 156Zena Moore and Julie Jordan O’Brien Chapter 12 Nursing care of conditions related to the respiratory system 176Anne Marie Corroon and Geralyn Hynes Chapter 13 Nursing care of conditions related to the circulatory system 210Kate Olson and Tracey Bowden Chapter 14 Nursing care of conditions related to the digestive system 240Joanne Cleary-Holdforth and Therese Leufer Chapter 15 Nursing care of conditions related to the urinary system 262Margaret McCann, Ciara White and Louisa Fleure Chapter 16 Nursing care of conditions related to the endocrine system 298David Chaney and Anna Clarke Chapter 17 Nursing care of conditions related to the neurological system 326Elaine Pierce and Mary E. Braine Chapter 18 Nursing care of conditions related to the immune system 364Michael Coughlan and Mary Nevin Chapter 19 Nursing care of conditions related to haematological disorders 386Mairead Ni Chonghaile and Laura O’Regan Chapter 20 Nursing care of conditions related to the musculoskeletal system 422Sonya Clarke and Julia Kneale Chapter 21 Nursing care of conditions related to the ear, nose, throat and eye 448Dympna Tuohy, Jane McCarthy, Carmel O’Sullivan and Niamh Hurley Chapter 22 Nursing care of conditions related to reproductive health 478Debra Holloway and Louisa Fleure Index 510
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Numeracy in Childrens Nursing
Book SynopsisNumeracy in Children''s Nursing and Healthcare is a handy, practical book which highlights the importance of numbers, numeracy and calculations in children''s nursing practice, instilling nursing students and qualified nurses with confidence and competence when working with numbers and calculating drug doses. This accessible guide covers all aspects of numeracy from basic skills through to complex drug administration, and provides case studies throughout enabling the reader to apply the theory to practice. Each chapter adopts the same accessible and easy-to-follow format, featuring learning outcomes, a case scenario, key numeracy information, hints and tips, activities and exercises, and a glossary of terms.Table of ContentsCONTRIBUTORS vi ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS vii ABOUT THE COMPANION WEBSITE ix GETTING STARTED: HOW TO USE THIS BOOK x 1 THE ROLE OF NUMERACY IN NURSING AND HEALTHCARE PRACTICE 1 2 COUNTING AND MEASURING 27 3 BASIC NUMERACY SKILLS UNDERPINNING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S NURSING PRACTICE 65 4 ADVANCING ONWARDS: TAKING THE WHOLE NUMBER APART 97 5 PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER – A FORMULA FOR CHILDREN’S NURSES 131 6 ADMINISTERING MEDICINES AND MANAGING NUMBERS IN MORE COMPLEX SETTINGS – THE PHARMACIST AND NEONATAL NURSING PERSPECTIVES 161Gerard Donaghy and Lisa McCormack 7 CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND NUMBER SENSE 191 8 WHERE DO I GO FROM HERE? 221 ANSWERS 227 APPENDIX: FAMOUS MATHEMATICIANS 237 REFERENCES AND BIBLIOGRAPHY 241 INDEX 247
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Manual of Perioperative Care
Book SynopsisManual of Perioperative Care is a comprehensive manual of principles of care designed to support the clinical practice of perioperative practitioners, whether they are nurses or operating department practitioners.Trade Review20.11.12 Review copy sent to Nursing StandardTable of ContentsAbout the Editors viii Contributors ix Foreword 1 Jane H. Reid xv Foreword 2 Professor Lord Ara Darzi xvii Section 1 Foundation for Safe Perioperative Care 1 1 The Context of Perioperative Care 3Kate Woodhead and Lesley Fudge 2 Preoperative Assessment 11Jane Jackson 3 Communication 23Libby Campbell 4 The Perioperative Environment 33Hazel Parkinson Section 2 Infection Prevention in Perioperative Care 41 5 Infection Prevention 43Martin Kiernan 6 Introduction to Decontamination and Sterilisation 56Wayne Spencer 7 Wound Healing and Surgical Site Infection 70Melissa Rochon Section 3 Patient Safety and Managing Risks in Perioperative Care 83 8 Preoperative Care 85Mark Radford and Ross Palmer 9 Anaesthetic Care 101Russell Chilton and Ross Thompson 10 Medicines Management 117Joanne Dickson 11 Fluid Replacement and Blood Transfusion 127Fiona Martin 12 Intraoperative Care 135Paul Rawling 13 Safer Moving and Handling and Patient Positioning 141Susan Pirie 14 Pressure Area Care and Tissue Viability 151Zena Moore 15 Thermoregulation 157Eileen Scott 16 Venous Thrombosis Prophylaxis 163Sue Bacon 17 Care of Surgical Instruments 171Jane Smith 18 Swab and Instrument Count 177Diane Gilmour 19 Care of Specimens 184Rosanne Macqueen 20 Managing High-Risk Equipment 190Chris Earl 21 Medical Imaging and Radiation 203Johnathan Hewis and Sarah Naylor 22 Death in the Perioperative Environment 213Kevin Henshaw 23 Postoperative Care 219Pat Smedley and Natalie Quine 24 Pain Management 239Felicia Cox Section 4 Different Patient Care Groups 253 25 Neonatal Surgery 255Helen Carter 26 Paediatric Surgery 263Helen Carter 27 Care of the Adolescent in Surgery 271Liz McArthur 28 Care of the Elderly Patient 279Rita Hehir 29 Bariatric Surgery 285Saheba Iaciofano 30 Perioperative Care of the Pregnant Woman 293Adrienne Montgomery Section 5 Different Approaches to Surgery 299 31 Key Principles of Laparoscopic Surgery 301Joanne Johnson 32 Key Principles of Endoscopic Surgery 308Louise Wall Index 320
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Kidney Disease Management
Book SynopsisKidney Disease Management This informative book has been put together with the support and input of many clinical renal experts, who have been willing to share their knowledge and years of experience and I'm sure it will be an excellent resource for those caring for kidney patients for the first time as well as for those with some years of experience! From the Foreword by Rosemary Macri, Chief Executive of the British Kidney Patient Association Kidney Disease Management: A Practical Approach for the Non-Specialist Healthcare Practitioner has been written to help optimise the care of people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) across the healthcare spectrum. It is aimed at a range of professionals, including nurses, junior doctors, general practitioners, pharmacists and dietitians. Specialists in training may also find it useful. It highlights the practical considerations necessary to care for people with kidney problems in situations where a specialisTrade ReviewIt seems clear that the writers aim to appeal to non-specialists has been successful. Any healthcare professional, working in hospital or non-hospital settings, working with the frail elderly (at particular risk of CKD) and staff working in acute surgical areas will find a lot of easy to understand information here. Any professional, previously intimidated by renal disease management, will find that this book demystifies this import area of practice. ( Nursing Times , 5 June 2014) Overall, this is a thoughtful review of general considerations for treatment options, as well as a needed overview of the psychosocial aspects of living with kidney disease. ( Doody s , 4 October 2013)Table of ContentsContributors vii Foreword xi David Colin-Thomé Foreword xii Rosemary Macri Introduction: Managing Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in Non-Specialist Areas: A Chronic Illness Approach xiii Rachel Lewis 1 Managing Chronic Conditions: The Policy Context 1 Beverley Matthews 2 What Non-Specialists Need to Know about Chronic Kidney Disease 12 Graham Woodrow, Jeanette Denning and David Lewis 3 A Practical Approach to Chronic Kidney Disease in Primary Care 31 Hugh Rayner, Rajib Pal and Indranil Dasgupta 4 General Considerations Related to Treatment Modalities 52 Aisha I. Geeson, Charles R. V. Tomson and Lesley Lappin 5 Psychosocial Aspects of Living with Chronic Kidney Disease 76 Emma Coyne 6 Acute Kidney Injury in Hospitalised Patients 101 Keith Harkins, Rachel Lewis and Rachel Hilton 7 Management of Patients with or at Risk of Kidney Disease on the Surgical Ward 122 Colin H. Jones and Maggie Higginbotham 8 Medication Management and Chronic Kidney Disease 143 Aileen Dunleavy 9 Optimising Nutrition in People with Chronic Kidney Disease 169 Helena Jackson and Sally Noble 10 Supportive and Palliative Care for Patients with Advanced Kidney Disease 194 Sheila Johnston, Helen Noble and Rachel Lewis Index 213
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Nursing Law and Ethics
Book SynopsisNursing Law and Ethics explores a variety of key legal and ethical issues in nursing practice using a thought-provoking and holistic approach. It addresses both what the law requires and what is right, and explores whether these two are always the same. The book provides an overview of the legal, ethical and professional dimensions of nursing, followed by exploration of key issues in greater depth. This edition features updated legislation and new material on patient safety. Key topics are accompanied by both a legal and an ethical perspective, covering both law and ethics Case examples throughout place concepts in a real-life context Written by experts in the field and includes contributions from leading nurses, lawyers and ethicists Accessible, relevant, and comprehensive, this title is ideal for pre- and post-registration nurses.Table of ContentsNotes on Contributors vii Preface to the Fourth Edition ix Preface to the Third Edition xi Preface to the Second Edition xiii Preface to the First Edition xiv Part One: The Dimensions 1 1 The Legal Dimension: Legal System and Method 3 John Hodgson 2 The Ethical Dimension: Nursing Practice, Nursing Philosophy and Nursing Ethics 22 Alan Cribb 3 The Regulatory Perspective: Professional Regulation of Nurses and Midwives 34 Fiona Culley and Anupama Thompson 4 The Complaints Dimension: Patient and Family Complaints in Health Care 51 Peter Walsh 5 The Policy Dimension: Moving Beyond the Rhetoric Towards a Safer NHS 68 John Tingle Part Two: The Perspectives 99 6 Negligence A The Legal Perspective 101 Charles Foster B An Ethical Perspective – Negligence and Moral Obligations 118 Harry Lesser 7 Consent and the Capable Adult Patient A The Legal Perspective 128 Jean McHale B An Ethical Perspective – Consent and Patient Autonomy 151 Bobbie Farsides 8 Responsibility, Liability and Scarce Resources A The Legal Perspective 166 Tracey Elliott B An Ethical Perspective – How to Do the Right Thing 192 David Seedhouse 9 Mental Health Nursing A The Legal Perspective 201 Leon McRae B An Ethical Perspective – Compulsion and Autonomy 235 Harry Lesser 10 The Critically Ill Patient A The Legal Perspective 249 Jo Samanta B An Ethical Perspective 271 Robert Campbell 11 Clinical Governance A The Legal Perspective 286 Vanessa L. Mayatt B An Ethical Perspective 304 Lucy Frith 12 Clinical Research and Patients A The Legal Perspective 320 Natasha Hammond-Browning B An Ethical Perspective – Nursing Research 358 Richard Ashcroft 13 The Elderly A Older People and Nursing Care 368 Jonathan Herring B Person-Centred Care, Personal Identity and the Interests of People with Dementia 394 Michael Dunn Table of Cases 401 Table of Statutes 410 Index 413
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd A Pocket Guide for Student Midwives
Book SynopsisA Pocket Guide for Student Midwives is an accessible, portable book offering student midwives everything they need to grasp the key elements of midwifery language, knowledge and skills. The new edition of this useful aide-memoire is divided into two parts. The first includes relevant terms, abbreviations and definitions.Trade ReviewClinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team will help experienced veterinary technicians set up various clinical laboratory diagnostic tests. It provides a good explanation of basic laboratory practices, the underlying concepts of many laboratory tests, and the physiology of common disease conditions. This book is well worth the price. (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, December 2010)This book provides a good overall summary of basic clinical pathology in small animals. Although it is fairly short and concise, it contains all the necessary relevant information and includes a CD that takes readers thorough six complicated cases, step by step. This is a useful book that would be a handy reference to have in a practice. It is easy to read, concise, and informative. Although it is aimed at small animal veterinary teams, it includes limited information about large animal species, which is important for a good, general understanding. (Doodys, December 2010)Clinical Pathology for the Veterinary Team offers a fine recourse for technical team members involved in clinical diagnostic evaluation. Machinery calibration, normal anatomy, clinical diagnostics and more are revealed in chapters that provide key technical information for Obtaining and evaluating samples, surveying the disease process, the progress of identification and treatment, and including a DVD with interactive cases. Vet collections need this! (THE MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW, November 2010)Rosenfeld, a veterinarian who is associated with an education corporation that specializes in seminar training for the hospital team, and Dial (veterinary science and microbiology, U. of Arizona) provide a resource for technical veterinary team members performing clinical diagnostic evaluation in small animal lab work. (Book News, September 2010) ReviewUpdater-Profile-1@1326749614540Table of ContentsAbout the Authors xiii Preface xiv Acknowledgements xvi Section 1 The language of midwifery 1 Section 2 Quick reference topics 27 Abdominal palpation 27 Active management of labour 28 Administration of drugs 29 Admission in labour 32 Adoption 33 Amniocentesis 36 Amniotic Fluid Embolus (AFE) 37 Anaemia 39 Antenatal screening 40 Antepartum haemorrhage 42 Arterial blood pressure recording 45 Artificial feeds – bottle feeding 46 Artificial rupture of membranes (ARM) 47 Aseptic technique 48 Augmentation/acceleration of labour 49 Basic life support (BLS) – adult 52 Birth asphyxia 53 Bladder care in labour 55 Blood glucose monitoring (neonatal) 55 Blood pressure measuring 55 Bowel care in labour 56 Breast expression of milk 57 Breastfeeding 58 Breastfeeding Initiative (BFI) 63 Breech 63 Brow presentation 69 Caesarean section 69 Cardiotocography (CTG) 73 Carpal tunnel syndrome 77 Catheterisation 77 Cephalo-pelvic disproportion (CPD) 78 Changing Childbirth 80 Child protection 81 The Children Act, 1989 81 Cholestasis 82 Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) 83 Clapa 84 Clasp trial 84 Cleft lip and palate 85 Clinical governance 86 Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries (CMACE) 86 Community Health Councils (CHCs) 86 Complementary therapies 86 Confidential Enquiry into Maternal and Child Health (CEMACH) 89 Confidential Enquiry into Maternal Deaths (CEMD) 89 Confidential Enquiry into Stillbirths and Deaths in Infancy (CESDI) 90 Congenital dislocation of hips 90 CONI (care of next infant) 91 Contraception advice 91 Convulsions 95 Cord prolapse/presentation 95 Cramp 96 Crying baby 98 Cultural aspects related to childbirth 99 Cup feeding 104 Cystic fibrosis 104 Cystitis 105 Deep vein thrombosis 106 Delivery technique 107 Diabetes mellitus 117 Disseminated intravascular coagulation (coagulopathy) (DIC) 125 Down’s syndrome 126 Drug-addicted mother and neonate 128 Eclampsia 128 Embolism 129 Epigastric pain 132 Epilepsy 132 Epilepsy and pregnancy 134 Episiotomy 134 Erb’s palsy (paralysis) 136 Exchange transfusion 136 Face presentation 139 Fainting 140 Fetal distress 140 Fitting 143 Forceps delivery 143 Frequency of micturition 143 Fundal height estimation (antenatal) 144 Fundal height estimation (postnatal) 145 Haemoglobinopathies 145 Haemorrhagic disease (Vitamin-K-deficient bleeding – VKDB) 152 Haemorrhoids 154 Headaches 155 Heartburn 155 Heel prick – peripheral blood sampling 156 High vaginal swab (HVS)/speculum examination 159 History taking 160 HOOP (Hands On Or Poised) Study 161 Hyperemesis gravidarum 162 Hypoglycaemia – neonatal 162 Hypothermia – neonatal 163 Hypothyroidism 164 Identification of newborn at birth 164 Incontinence 165 Induction of labour – alternative and ‘natural’ 166 Induction of labour – medical: uncomplicated pregnancy 166 Induction of labour – IUD 169 Infection – maternal 169 Infection – neonatal 172 Initial newborn examination 175 Insomnia 177 Instrumental delivery – Forceps delivery 178 Instrumental delivery – Ventouse delivery 179 Intrauterine death (IUD) 181 Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) 185 Intravenous cannulation/infusion (IVI) 186 Jaundice 188 Jittery (twitching) baby 191 Ketonuria 192 Local Supervising Authority (LSA) 193 MAGPIE trial 193 Malpresentation – fetus 194 Maternity action 194 Maternity benefits 194 Maternity services liaison committees 195 Meconium liquor 196 Medium chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCADD) 197 Mendelson’s syndrome 198 Mid-stream specimen urine (MSSU) 199 Multiple pregnancy/births 200 National Childbirth Trust (NCT) 202 Nausea and vomiting 203 Neonatal screening 205 Neural tube defect (NTD) 205 Obesity in pregnancy 207 Occipito-posterior (OP) position 208 Oligohydramnios 211 Ophthalmia neonatorum 213 ORACLE trial 214 Parent education 214 Partogram completion 216 Perineal repair 216 Perineal/surrounding area trauma 218 Phenylketonuria (PKU) 222 Phototherapy 225 Placental examination 226 Polyhydramnios 232 Postnatal care/examination – baby 234 Postnatal care – mother 236 Postnatal depression 238 Postnatal exercises 240 Post-partum haemorrhage – primary 241 Post-partum haemorrhage – secondary 243 Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) and pre-eclampsia 245 Pre-labour or premature rupture of membranes (prom) 251 Preterm baby 254 Preterm labour 259 Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) 261 Prolonged labour – first stage 262 Prolonged labour – second stage 263 Pruritus 264 Pudendal nerve block 266 Pulse taking 267 Relaxation techniques 267 Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) (Surfacant deficiency syndrome [SDS]) 269 Resuscitation of newborn 271 Retained placenta 271 Retinopathy of the newborn 275 Safe Motherhood Initiative 277 Sexually transmitted infection (STI) 277 Sheehan’s syndrome 277 Shoulder dystocia 278 Sickle cell disease 281 Small-for-gestational-age baby (SGA) 281 Smoking and pregnancy 284 Stillbirth 288 Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society (SANDS) 288 Strategic Health Authorities (SHAs) 289 Substance-abusing mother and baby 289 Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) 293 Symphysis pubis pain/sacro-iliac pain 295 Talipes equinovarus 296 Teenage pregnancy 298 Temperature-taking 299 Tentorial tear 301 Term breech trial 303 Thalassaemia 303 Thrombosis and Thromboembolism 303 Thrombophlebitis 303 Transverse/oblique lie 304 Twins 305 Urinary tract infection – UTI 305 Uterine inversion 306 Uterine rupture 307 Vaginal examination (VE) 312 Varicose veins 314 Venepuncture 316 Ventouse delivery 317 Vomiting 317 Winterton report (1992) 317
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John Wiley and Sons Ltd Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental
Book SynopsisUnderstanding Childrenand Young People''s Mental Health has been designed to help the student and newly qualified health care professional to familiarise themselves with the key theoretical frameworks underpinning the field of children and young people''s mental health. It explores the mental health challenges that children and young people face, and how we as adults can work alongside them to help them face and overcome such challenges. This book provides comprehensive information on the theory and practice of particular mental health difficulties which children and young people may have to face, including self-harm, depression, suicide, child abuse, eating disorders, substance misuse, and early onset psychosis. Understanding Childrenand Young People''s Mental Health is essential reading for pre-registration students in nursing and healthcare on child and mental health branches, and for newly qualified nursing, health and social care practitioners who work with childTrade Review“Thanks to this book, I feel I am better equipped to go into clinical settings and confidently support young people… I thoroughly enjoyed this read and it was refreshing to read about relevant topics which are affecting society’s youngest generation” (Amar Bhoobun, student nurse, Bucks new University)Table of ContentsNotes on Contributors ix Foreword xiii Acknowledgements xvii Introduction 1 1 Setting the scene 4Anne Claveirole 1.1 Introduction 4 1.2 Social context 5 1.3 Children and young people’s mental health 13 1.4 ‘Every Child Matters’: What can we do to help? 20 1.5 Conclusion 27 2 The family 29Duncan Tennant and Anne Claveirole 2.1 Introduction 29 2.2 What is ‘normal’ family functioning? 30 2.3 The family life cycle 33 2.4 Family structure 37 2.5 Recent developments: narrative approaches to family therapy 39 2.6 Attachment and family therapy 41 2.7 Parenting support and education 42 2.8 Conclusion 44 3 Psychosocial development 46Geraldine Jones 3.1 Introduction 46 3.2 Theories of development 47 3.3 Infant attachment 47 3.4 Adolescent identity formation 51 3.5 Adolescent self-esteem 54 3.6 Adolescent reasoning ability 55 3.7 Adolescent egocentrism 56 3.8 The psychological impact of puberty 57 3.9 Adolescent brain development 58 3.10 The value of contextual theories in explaining development of children and adolescents 59 3.11 The PVEST model 60 3.12 Conclusion 63 4 Self-harm 64Martin Gaughan 4.1 Introduction 64 4.2 What is self-harm? 65 4.3 How common is self-harm? 66 4.4 Vulnerability and resilience 68 4.5 Promoting resilience 69 4.6 Models of self-harm 71 4.7 Assessment 74 4.8 Intervention 76 4.9 Informal support 77 4.10 Promoting positive behaviour 77 4.11 Self-help 78 4.12 Making access easier 79 4.13 Talking therapies 80 4.14 The personal impact of working alongside children and young people who self-harm 83 4.15 Conclusion 84 5 Depression 87Martin Gaughan 5.1 Introduction 87 5.2 Defining depression 88 5.3 Prevalence 90 5.4 Vulnerability 91 5.5 Assessment 93 5.6 Symptoms of depression in children and young people 95 5.7 Protective factors and promoting resilience 98 5.8 Interventions 99 5.9 Cognitive–behaviour therapy 99 5.10 Interpersonal psychotherapy for depressed adolescents 100 5.11 Medication 101 5.12 Psychodynamics 103 5.13 What else helps? 104 5.14 The family 105 5.15 Conclusion 105 6 Suicide 108Martin Gaughan 6.1 Introduction 108 6.2 What is suicide? 109 6.3 How common is suicide? 109 6.4 Vulnerability 111 6.5 Resilience 115 6.6 Risk assessment 117 6.7 Models of assessment and intervention 118 6.8 Applied suicide and intervention skills training 120 6.9 Skills-based training on risk management 121 6.10 Intervention 122 6.11 Prevention 125 6.12 Postvention 127 6.13 Conclusion 128 7 Child abuse and child protection 132Julie Hendry and Marlene Macinnes 7.1 Introduction 132 7.2 Definitions of child abuse 133 7.3 Incidence and prevalence 136 7.4 Risk factors 137 7.5 Policy 139 7.6 Assessment 139 7.7 Prevention 144 7.8 Interventions 145 7.9 Conclusion 147 8 Eating disorders 149Gavin Cullen 8.1 Introduction 149 8.2 What are eating disorders? 150 8.3 How common are eating disorders? 153 8.4 What causes eating disorders? 154 8.5 Resilience factors 158 8.6 Assessment 159 8.7 Interventions 161 8.8 Psychological support 161 8.9 Conclusion 163 9 Early onset psychosis 165Martin Gaughan 9.1 Introduction 165 9.2 Time to change? 166 9.3 Prevalence 167 9.4 Vulnerability to psychosis 168 9.5 Early and very early onset psychosis 171 9.6 Phases of psychosis 172 9.7 Prevention and early intervention 173 9.8 Assessment 174 9.9 Interventions 177 9.10 Drug treatment 178 9.11 Effectiveness of medication 179 9.12 Side effects 180 9.13 Talking therapies 182 9.14 Promoting resilience, staying well and recovery 184 9.15 Involving the family 186 9.16 Conclusion 188 10 ADHD 191Lorna Jones and Anne Claveirole 10.1 Introduction 191 10.2 What is ADHD? 192 10.3 The experience of ADHD 192 10.4 ADHD as a diagnostic category 194 10.5 Prevalence 195 10.6 Risk factors 196 10.7 Resilience: factors affecting outcome 200 10.8 Assessment 201 10.9 Interventions 205 10.10 Conclusion 213 11 Autistic spectrum disorders 217Gillian Marshall-McConnell and Anne Claveirole 11.1 Introduction 217 11.2 Definition and classification 218 11.3 Prevalence 222 11.4 Risk factors/causation theories 223 11.5 Associated problems 226 11.6 Development 230 11.7 Assessment and diagnosis 233 11.8 Management of care 234 11.9 Conclusion 238 12 Misuse of substances 239Liz Brodie and Jayne Reed 12.1 Introduction 239 12.2 Substance use and substance misuse 240 12.3 Prevalence 241 12.4 Patterns of use and misuse in children and young people 242 12.5 Vulnerability and resilience 244 12.6 Environmental and family factors 245 12.7 Early intervention and recognition 246 12.8 Assessment 246 12.9 Intervention 249 12.10 Conclusion 254 References 256 Index 305
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