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Book SynopsisThis thoroughly updated and extended eighth edition of the long-running bestseller Research Methods in Education covers the whole range of methods employed by educational research at all stages. Its five main parts cover: the context of educational research; research design; methodologies for educational research; methods of data collection; and data analysis and reporting. It continues to be the go-to text for students, academics and researchers who are undertaking, understanding and using educational research, and has been translated into several languages. It offers plentiful and rich practical advice, underpinned by clear theoretical foundations, research evidence and up-to-date references, and it raises key issues and questions for researchers planning, conducting, reporting and evaluating research.This edition contains new chapters on: Mixed methods research The role of theory in educational research Ethics in Internet research Trade Review"Very much still the key text for ‘all’ education students and researchers. Cohen et al continue to update Research Methods in Education, with new theoretical, ethical, virtual and mixed methods information. It’s worth noting the impressive web page and links to materials for all chapters which is still the benchmark when looking at the competition for books in this area of social and education research." Dr. Richard Race, Senior Lecturer in Education, Roehampton University, UK "A clear enhancement on the already well established text. The new edition addresses an important need to explain research design and question setting in more detail, helping guide the newcomer through the research process from inception through analysis to reporting." David Lundie, Associate Professor of Education, University of St Mark & St John, UK "Research Methods in Education is a unique book for everybody who has to undertake educational research projects. The book gives an in depth understanding of quantitative and qualitative research designs and offers a practical guide for data collection and data analysis. It is an essential 'friend’ for teacher students from various disciplines who are not familiar with social science research." Dr Ellen P.W.A. Jansen, Associate Professor Teacher Education, University of Groningen, The Netherlands "Research Methods in Education continues to offer an excellent route map, a well-structured and inspiring travel guide, for students engaging in research. It works across levels, and while it provides clarity for the beginning researcher there is plenty here to aid the seasoned researcher with an open mind to new approaches and emerging practices. A superb text that provides guidance for my own research as well as for students and partners in research projects." Peter Shukie, Lecturer in Education Studies and Academic Lead in Digital Innovation, University Centre at Blackburn College, UK "Research Methods in Education is, besides being my personal favorite research methods book, a deep as well as a broad handbook useful both for undergraduate teacher education students as well as researchers and PhD students within educational sciences. In this new edition, new chapters are added emphasising both quantitative and qualitative methods in combination with thought-through discussions about how to mix them. The book can be used when planning a project and then throughout the whole research process and is therefore a complete methods book." Karolina Broman, senior lecturer in chemistry education, Umeå university, Sweden "Comprehensive, well written and relevant: the 8th edition of Research Methods in Education offers the background for methods courses at different levels. The new edition keeps the strong focus on education studies. Excellent extensions will make the book an even more popular basis for classes on both qualitative and quantitative methods." Felix Weiss, Assistant Professor for Sociology of Education, Aarhus University, Denmark "Research Methods in Education, 8th Edition is an up-to-date, one-stop shop, taking education research students from conceptualization to presentation. With this book on your library shelf, you are good to go."Dr Fiona McGarry, Lecturer in Research Methods, University of Dundee, UK "The 8th edition of Research Methods in Education contains a wealth of up-to-the-minute information and guidance on educational research which will be of immense value to researchers at all stages of their careers and across the education domain from early years settings to higher education. As research and education move into increasingly fluid and complex dimensions, Research Methods in Education will support students, researchers and practitioners in charting a course through these changing waters as they seek to create new knowledge about effective teaching and deepen our understanding of how learners learn." Julia Flutter, A Director of the Cambridge Primary Review Trust, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, UK "As a doctoral supervisor I know that my students routinely return to Research Methods in Education as they develop their own research projects. This text has always been a mainstay on our reading lists but this new edition now features additional research topics and new perspectives on a wider range of research methods. As with previous editions this book is clearly organised and well written and appeals to a wide audience of experienced and novice researchers alike." Dr Val Poultney, Associate Professor, University of Derby, UK "Very much still the key text for ‘all’ education students and researchers. Cohen et al continue to update Research Methods in Education, with new theoretical, ethical, virtual and mixed methods information. It’s worth noting the impressive web page and links to materials for all chapters which is still the benchmark when looking at the competition for books in this area of social and education research." Dr. Richard Race, Senior Lecturer in Education, Roehampton University, UK "A clear enhancement on the already well established text. The new edition addresses an important need to explain research design and question setting in more detail, helping guide the newcomer through the research process from inception through analysis to reporting." David Lundie, Associate Professor of Education, University of St Mark & St John, UK "Research Methods in Education is a unique book for everybody who has to undertake educational research projects. The book gives an in depth understanding of quantitative and qualitative research designs and offers a practical guide for data collection and data analysis. It is an essential 'friend’ for teacher students from various disciplines who are not familiar with social science research." Dr Ellen P.W.A. Jansen, Associate Professor Teacher Education, University of Groningen, The Netherlands "Research Methods in Education continues to offer an excellent route map, a well-structured and inspiring travel guide, for students engaging in research. It works across levels, and while it provides clarity for the beginning researcher there is plenty here to aid the seasoned researcher with an open mind to new approaches and emerging practices. A superb text that provides guidance for my own research as well as for students and partners in research projects." Peter Shukie, Lecturer in Education Studies and Academic Lead in Digital Innovation, University Centre at Blackburn College, UK "Research Methods in Education is, besides being my personal favorite research methods book, a deep as well as a broad handbook useful both for undergraduate teacher education students as well as researchers and PhD students within educational sciences. In this new edition, new chapters are added emphasising both quantitative and qualitative methods in combination with thought-through discussions about how to mix them. The book can be used when planning a project and then throughout the whole research process and is therefore a complete methods book." Karolina Broman, senior lecturer in chemistry education, Umeå university, Sweden "Comprehensive, well written and relevant: the 8th edition of Research Methods in Education offers the background for methods courses at different levels. The new edition keeps the strong focus on education studies. Excellent extensions will make the book an even more popular basis for classes on both qualitative and quantitative methods." Felix Weiss, Assistant Professor for Sociology of Education, Aarhus University, Denmark "Research Methods in Education, 8th Edition is an up-to-date, one-stop shop, taking education research students from conceptualization to presentation. With this book on your library shelf, you are good to go."Dr Fiona McGarry, Lecturer in Research Methods, University of Dundee, UK "The 8th edition of Research Methods in Education contains a wealth of up-to-the-minute information and guidance on educational research which will be of immense value to researchers at all stages of their careers and across the education domain from early years settings to higher education. As research and education move into increasingly fluid and complex dimensions, Research Methods in Education will support students, researchers and practitioners in charting a course through these changing waters as they seek to create new knowledge about effective teaching and deepen our understanding of how learners learn." Julia Flutter, A Director of the Cambridge Primary Review Trust, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, UK "As a doctoral supervisor I know that my students routinely return to Research Methods in Education as they develop their own research projects. This text has always been a mainstay on our reading lists but this new edition now features additional research topics and new perspectives on a wider range of research methods. As with previous editions this book is clearly organised and well written and appeals to a wide audience of experienced and novice researchers alike." Dr Val Poultney, Associate Professor, University of Derby, UK Table of ContentsPART 1: The context of educational research 1 The nature of enquiry: setting the field; 2 Mixed methods research; 3 Critical educational research; 4 Theory in educational research; 5 Evaluation and research; 6 The search for causation PART 2: Research design 7 The ethics of educational and social research; 8 Ethics in Internet research; 9 Choosing a research project; 10 Research questions; 11 Research design and planning; 12 Sampling; 13 Sensitive educational research; 14 Validity and reliability PART 3: Methodologies for Educational Research 15 Qualitative, naturalistic and ethnographic research; 16 Historical and documentary research, Jane Martin; 17 Surveys, longitudinal, cross-sectional and trend studies; 18 Internet surveys; 19 Case studies; 20 Experiments; 21 Meta-analysis, systematic reviews and research syntheses, Harsh Suri; 22 Action research; 23 Virtual worlds, social network software and netography in educational research, Stewart Martin PART 4: Methods of Data Collection 24 Questionnaires; 25 Interviews; 26 Observation; 27 Tests; 28 Using secondary data in educational research; 29 Personal constructs, Richard Bell; 30 Role play and research, Carmel O’Sullivan; 31 Visual media in educational research PART 5: Data Analysis and Reporting 32 Approaches to qualitative data analysis; 33 Organizing and presenting qualitative data; 34 Coding and content analysis; 35 Discourses: conversations, narratives and autobiographies as texts; 36 Analyzing visual media; 37 Grounded theory; 39 Statistical significance, effect size and statistical power; 40 Descriptive statistics; 41 Inferential statistics: difference tests; 42 Inferential statistics: Regression analysis and standardization; 43 Factor analysis, cluster analysis and structural equation modelling; 44 Choosing a statistical test; 45 Beyond mixed methods: using Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA) to integrate cross-case and within-case analyses, Barry Cooper and Judith Glaesser

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Book SynopsisClinical Skills: an introduction for nursing and healthcare covers the essential clinical skills required by nurses. It offers an ideal introduction to clinical skills for adult nursing students, and it will also be useful for student nurses in other fields of practice, for trainee nursing associates and for other healthcare students who need to carry out clinical procedures when caring for people in a healthcare environment. Written in an engaging and accessible style, the book will help students to: develop their proficiency in carrying out the nursing procedures required to qualify as a Registered Nurse understand when and how to provide nursing intervention and support to people in their care broaden and deepen their knowledge through the use of realistic scenarios apply their knowledge in a person-centred and compassionate way reflect on their own values and learning experiences to enhance their nursing practice improve their nursing skills by using the ‘hints for practice’ and ‘alerts’ The clear, reader-friendly presentation will help students develop the underpinning knowledge and understanding of the clinical skills they will need throughout their healthcare career. “The clinical skills book is a gem, easy to follow, eye catching, and relevant to all skills modules across all years of the nursing programme.” Lecturer in Adult Nursing, School of Health, Science and Wellbeing, Staffordshire UniversityTrade Review‘This book is brilliant in so many ways… the step-by-step instructions were so useful and have really helped me to consolidate my learning. I will be recommending it to fellow students.’ Adult nursing student, University of East Anglia‘The patient scenarios are one of my favourite aspects of the book, especially the continuity of particular case studies throughout the book. This is going to be an excellent addition to bookshelves and a fantastic reference.’ Newly Qualified Nurse, ex-Sheffield Hallam University‘The book is excellent. It aligns extremely well to the NMC Future Nurse Proficiencies and our own Practice Assessment Documentation. I was very impressed at the way the book reviews relevant topics and breaks this down into smaller paragraphs to aid the learning. This will be added to my reading list.’ Lecturer in Adult Nursing, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Sheffield Hallam University‘The text is well presented and accessible; it presents key information and avoids getting bogged down in details that might in any case quickly change. As a result the text would serve students for the full three years of their programme, and would hopefully provide the basis for further exploration. The focus on a few key scenarios is useful as it reflects the approach take in the delivery of skills and simulation.’ Senior Lecturer, Three Counties School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Worcester‘I think it is excellent value for money... The text is an excellent resource for students and I like the way that the chapters take you on a journey from admission to end of life care... It is visually lovely to look at, which I feel that students will find appealing... The use of Learning Outcomes at the onset of each chapter will assist the student to focus on the context and potential applications of knowledge and skills, help them connect learning in various contexts, and help guide assessment and evaluation.’ Senior Lecturer, School of Nursing and Allied Health, Liverpool John Moores University‘I enjoyed reviewing it and will add it to my reading list. I think the book is easy to read and succinct – good for those starting out in a career in health and social care. Topics and skills are presented in an easy to access format and aren’t over complicated – which I think is useful for those with limited experience.’ Lecturer, School of Health and Social Care, University of EssexGood book ‘My daughters in her first year at uni training to be a nurse. She is finding this book very useful in her studies.' Amazon reviewer Table of Contents1. Introduction 2. Interpersonal skills 3. Infection control 4. Nursing assessment 5. Observations 6. Early warning scores – the detection of deterioration 7. Personal care 8. Specimen collection 9. Skin integrity, assessment and pressure area care 10. Moving and handling 11. Nutrition and fluid management 12. Bowel care, suppositories and enemas 13. Legal, ethical and professional aspects of medicines management 14. Administration and optimisation of medicines 15. Pain management 16. Catheterisation 17. Airway management and life support 18. Pre- and post-operative care 19. Venepuncture and cannulation 20. Blood transfusion 21. Transferring and discharging people 22. Caring for the dying person Glossary; Index

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Book SynopsisThis handbook provides guidance on the particular issues faced by emergency nurses. Taking a systems-based approach, practical guidance is given on common and rarer occurrences encountered in the emergency setting. Immediate management, investigations, onward referral, and practical skills are covered in a succinct format.Trade ReviewOxford Handbooks are always useful, but this one is particularly good. . In the nuggets of wisdom it offers from old hands to new recruits, the weight of experience comes across clearly. * Jeanette Welsh, Emergency Nursing, Vol 24, No 10 *Table of Contents1: General principles of emergency nursing 2: First principles 3: Investigations 4: Emergency care of the infant and child 5: Obstetric emergencies 6: Neurological emergencies 7: Respiratory emergencies 8: Cardiovascular emergencies 9: Musculoskeletal injuries 10: Gastrointestinal emergencies 11: Genitourinary emergencies 12: Skin emergencies 13: Ophthalmological emergencies 14: ENT emergencies 15: Major trauma 16: Endocrine and metabolic emergencies 17: Haematological emergencies 18: Overdose and poisoning 19: Mental health emergencies 20: Emergencies in older patients 21: Skills reminder

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Book SynopsisMental health nurses require a diverse set of skills to aid service users and their carers on their journey to recovery. During their training, students need to acquire and demonstrate skills to show that the care they provide is evidence-based and effective. Skills as diverse as assessment, forming therapeutic interactions, caring for physical and mental health needs, as well as leadership and management, can be difficult to learn and master - until now! Mental Health Nursing Skills provides students with a highly evidence-based and practical account of the skills required for nursing practice. The original text was developed in response to the Chief Nursing Officer''s review of Mental Health Nursing in England and that of the Scottish Executive. The authors have updated the content to include reference to the Playing Our Part Review of Mental Health Nursing and the latest NMC pre-registration standards. The authors translate theory into clearly applied skills supported by practice examples, tips from service users, and accompanying online activities. With contributions from nursing academics, researchers, practitioners, and service users, this text reflects the best of theory and practice. Clearly mapped against all the benchmarks expected by professional nursing bodies and suitable for all settings, Mental Health Nursing Skills provides a high quality and student friendly account of the skills required for successful nursing practice.

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Book SynopsisFeeling unsure about documenting patient care? Learn to document with skill and ease, with the freshly updated Document Smart, 4th Edition. This unique, easy-to-use resource is a must-have for every student and new nurse, offering more than 300 alpha-organized topics that demonstrate the latest nursing, medical and government best practices for documenting a wide variety of patient conditions and scenarios. Whether you are assessing data, creating effective patient goals, choosing optimal interventions or evaluating treatment, this is your road map to documentation confidence and clarity.

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Book SynopsisFrom the Foreword by Candy Cooley, formerly Genetics Awareness Programme Lead at the NHS National Genetics and Genomics Education Centre: “What a delight it is … to read a book which takes complex scientific concepts and ensures they are understandable by all.” With activities and answers, reflection points and a glossary, this interactive textbook supports the ‘Fit for Practice in the Genetics Era’ competence framework, offering an introduction to the theory of genetics and then using common genetic conditions/disorders as case studies to help students apply theory to practice and examine the service user experience. Genetics is written by an experienced teacher of health care sciences and is ideal for student nurses who need to demonstrate and apply knowledge of genetics and genomics. It is also suitable for other health care students and for qualified practitioners who would like to refresh their knowledge of the subject. From lecturer reviews: “A well written and nicely laid out genetics text at an appropriate level for adult nursing students.” “Fabulous text, student friendly.”Table of ContentsForeword; Introduction 1. Basic cell biology 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Chromosomes 1.3 Chromosomal inheritance 1.4 Genetic information 1.5 Protein 1.6 Mitochondrial DNA 1.7 The classification of genetic material 2. Inheritance 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Exceptions to the rules 3. Autosomal recessive and dominant inheritance 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Autosomal recessive inheritance 3.3 Autosomal dominant inheritance 3.4 Classification of gene action 3.5 Co-dominance 3.6 Multiple alleles 3.7 Lethal alleles 4. Sex-linked inheritance 4.1 Introduction 4.2 The X chromosome 4.3 The Y chromosome 4.4 Sexual development 4.5 The inheritance of sex 4.6 Sex-linked inheritance 4.7 X inactivation 4.8 Sex-linked genetic effects 5. Two or more genes 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Monogenic inheritance 5.3 Polygenic inheritance 5.4 Multifactorial inheritance 5.5 Common multifactorial disorders 5.6 Identifying the genes in multifactorial conditions 6. Mutations 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Chromosomal mutations 6.3 Gene mutations 7. Pedigree analysis 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Modes of inheritance 7.3 Problems with pedigree analysis 8. Clinical applications 8.1 Screening and testing 8.2 Gene therapy 8.3 Pharmacogenetics 9. Cancer genetics 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Oncogenes 9.3 Tumour-suppressor genes 9.4 Environmental triggers 9.5 Other cancer considerations 10. Genetic counselling 10.1 Introduction 10.2 UK genetic services 10.3 Genetic counselling 10.4 Becoming a genetic counsellor 10.5 Making an appropriate referral 10.6 Genetic counselling for tests 10.7 Ethical issues 10.6 Internet resources for genetic education Answers to the activities; Glossary; Index

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Book SynopsisNumeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses is a user-friendly introduction for student nurses that guides you from the basics to the core calculations required in a healthcare setting. To qualify as a registered nurse you will need to demonstrate proficiency and accuracy when calculating dosages of prescribed medicines. The second edition of Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses features even more worked examples and practice tests, all designed to increase your confidence and competence in calculating drug dosages and performing other important clinical calculations – a critical issue in improving patient safety. Key benefits: Diagnostic test to assess your existing skills and knowledge. Back to basics chapter uses a step-by-step approach to ensure understanding – tested by nursing lecturers and their students. Self-assessment tests throughout each chapter enable you to monitor your progress. Extensive worked examples use authentic scenarios to set learning in context. Summary tests provide practice for numeracy exams. Covers drug dosages and other clinical calculations such as pressure ulcer risk assessment tools, National Early Warning Score, hydration and fluid balance, Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool, BMI and ideal body weight. Answers provided for all tests. The book also features: Error alerts pointing out common errors and why they are sometimes made. Sense checks to help you avoid fundamental errors. Tips to help with calculations and relate them to clinical practice. Appendices covering safe administration of medicine, routes of administration, medication administration records, drug glossary, a handy multiplication grid and simple conversion tables. Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses is required reading: Before the numeracy test at your student nurse interview. During your university course as you prepare for further numeracy exams. In practice as you get to grips with drug doses, BMI, drip rates, fluid balance, etc. Trade ReviewVery good ‘I love this textbook so much. Very self-explanatory and easy to understand. For someone that hates maths like myself this book will make you fall in love with maths. Value for money.’ Amazon reviewer‘Numeracy is a compulsory element of our undergraduate programme and gives many students cause for concern! Any text that simplifies the process and gives students tips and straightforward advice on applied maths is useful. The self-assessment boxes are great and the fact that all the maths is contextualised throughout to healthcare settings is invaluable and what makes this book highly relevant to nurses.’ Senior Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University‘I liked the fact that the flow of the textbook included getting students to revisit basic arithmetic skills and the use of the numerous self assessment exercises was also very positive. Clearly written and user friendly.’ Lecturer, University of the West of Scotland‘I liked the structure of the book in that it started from the presumption that the student nurses do not have an elementary knowledge of maths/calculations/ statistics. Having developed this knowledge, it then progresses on to calculations relating to nursing issues – drugs and scores. I would recommend this book for any students.’ Lecturer, Salford University‘An excellent resource. The book has excellent clinical examples and lots of practice pages. I particularly liked the clinical calculations section. Very relevant for today’s students. Numeracy is summatively assessed so this has been an invaluable book to teach from. Using the book helped the students gain confidence. Presentation good, user friendly.’ Senior Lecturer, University of Derby‘I would recommend this text to personal students who require a good core text on calculations as it starts with the very basics and builds on this throughout the book. I particularly like the integration of assessment tools such as fluid balance and MUST, indicating to students that numeracy is more than drug calculations alone.’ Lecturer, Canterbury Christ Church University‘This is an easy to understand text which students appear to find very helpful as a basic introduction to the topic area. Use of examples and text boxes to highlight practice is very helpful. The self assessment aspect is a strong element of this book. I recommend this book to students early on in the course to help them develop the skills they need on clinical calculations.’ Senior Lecturer, UCLanAmazing book! ‘Such a good book, I highly recommend it for student nurses. Everything is clearly explained and there is a self assessment at the end of each chapter with answers at the back of the book. I bought to refresh my maths knowledge before starting uni in September. Really enjoying the book so far.' Amazon reviewer Excellent for my NMP numeracy exam ‘I bought this book at the start of my Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) course and it really helped me prepare for the numeracy exam. I would definitely recommend for nurses who may be out of practice with mathematics.' Amazon reviewer Easy to read. Easy to follow and understand ‘This product is amazing for nursing students it’s very visual and easy to understand. As a first year nursing student it is easier to read and learn from.' Amazon reviewer Really well designed book ‘In love with this book. Although I'm proficient with maths, it is a great book to begin to understand what is expected when going to university to study nursing!' Amazon reviewer Easy to follow helpful book ‘Really helpful book to help my confidence with numbers grow as a student nurse.' Amazon reviewer Table of ContentsAbout the author; Preface to the second edition; Acknowledgements; How to use this book 1. Numeracy and calculation skills in the clinical environment 1.1 Why you need to know about numbers and calculations 1.2 Common calculation errors 1.3 Developing your calculation and numeracy skills Self-assessment test 1.1 2. Back to basics 2.1 Introduction 2.2 The decimal system 2.3 Addition 2.4 Subtraction 2.5 Multiplication 2.6 Division 2.7 Factors 2.8 Fractions 2.9 Percentages 2.10 Ratios 2.11 Expressing large numbers Self-assessment tests 2.1-2.9 3. The SI system 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Volume 3.3 Weight 3.4 Pressure Self-assessment tests 3.1-3.4 4. Calculating drug doses 4.1 Reducing the risk of administration error 4.2 Calculating for oral administration 4.3 Calculating for administration by injection 4.4 Calculating intravenous flows 4.5 Drug calculations based on per kilogram of body weight Self-assessment tests 4.1-4.7 5. Other clinical calculations 5.1 Introduction 5.2 The 24-hour clock 5.3 Organisation of care 5.4 Hydration 5.5 Nutritional status 5.6 Weight Self-assessment tests 5.1-5.5 6. Further self-assessment tests Tests 6.1-6.3: working in SI units Tests 6.4-6.6: calculating drug doses Tests 6.7-6.10: conversions, calculations, measurement, medication administration Appendix 1: Administering medicines safely Appendix 2: Routes of administration Appendix 3: Medication administration records Appendix 4: Drug glossary Appendix 5: Multiplication grid Appendix 6: Conversion tables Answers to self-assessment tests; References

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Book SynopsisLearn to become a better writer the SMART way. An Introduction to Writing for Health Professionals: The SMART Way, 4th Edition explores quick-and-easy methods to help you improve your writing skills. Thoroughly updated to reflect APA style guidelines, the fourth edition illustrates various forms of common written communication, such as email, instant messaging, blogs, letters, memos, reports, resumés, briefs, articles, presentations, research papers, and more. You are introduced to the essential elements of writing using the SMART approach - Source, Message, Audience, Route, and Tone, as well as steps to use when crafting academic papers (PROCESS), and key takeaways for becoming a better writer (LAST). These acronyms provide quick-and-easy ways to help you get started and organize your writings. It also includes handy quick reference lists and free additional resources on the companion Evolve website. UNIQUE! SMART, PROCESS, and LAST acronyms help facilitate learning by making the material easier to remember. Clear and straightforward writing style provides a reader-friendly approach to writing for learners of all levels. Common Error sections and Exercises featured throughout to reinforce content. APA style examples throughout text include those most commonly used in the health professions. NEW! Expanded coverage of research, digital literacy, communication on social media, and electronic mediums reflects advances in online culture. NEW! Fully revised SMART Ways for Other Routes chapter includes principles of documentation and charting, electronic communication (including email, instant messaging, social networking, and blogs), curriculum vitae, and dissertations. NEW! Points to Remember section at the end of each chapter (formerly SUMMARY) highlights key information using bullet points.Table of Contents1. SMART Elements of Communication 2. Writing PROCESS 3. Citations, References, and Bibliographies 4. Common Errors in Writing 5. SMART Ways for Specific Routes 6. Last Words on SMART Communications Appendix A: Sample Student Paper

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Book SynopsisAn essential toolkit that helps students, qualified nurses and other healthcare professionals to become confident reflective practitioners. Developing Reflective Practice is suitable for students and practitioners in a variety of fields, including nursing, psychology, social work, therapeutic child care, and education. The book offers a simple three-stage reflective cycle that will enable students and practitioners to incorporate reflective practice into their workplace and to help them feel confident and competent when confronted with complex and emotionally demanding situations in their practice. Introduces reflective practice and provides a range of reflective methods and techniques. Invites readers to acquire and develop skills by working through practical reflective activities. Illustrates concepts and techniques with extended worked examples. Encourages structured reflection with journal exercises. Provides practical advice on team working, case supervision and recognising and avoiding stress and burnout. Students and qualified practitioners will benefit from reading this book and working through the reflective exercises that accompany the text. From Reviews: "...In this book the clinical psychologist Natius Oelofsen describes the processes of learning and the three-step reflective cycle, explaining how keeping a reflective journal offers insights into self and behaviour, and using critical analysis to reflect on even ordinary, everyday incidents. He shows how the insights of understanding help our interactions with patients and colleagues. Reflection helps us work together, offer support and see where we are able to fit in as team members. The chapter 'All for one and one for all: building supportive teams' is particularly illuminating. There is so much in this book, including getting the most from supervision, ethical issues and dealing with work-based stress, as well as exercises, activities and case examples." Nursing Standard, Vol. 26, No. 48, August 2012 "Developing Reflective Practice is a thorough and concise book enabling students, qualified nurses and any other health professional to become confident reflective practitioners within their own field.... A well-written and educational tool particularly for a nursing student and even a social work student." Nursing Times, 11 October 2012Trade ReviewVery useful and interesting methods. ‘I bought this book due to being a Support Worker working with young adults with severe autism and as I am working my way towards a career in Psychology where you need to be able to reflect on your practice, so I thought if I start building the skills now, it will enable me to use them in the future. I really enjoyed this book, it has a lot of good examples of how to reflect on different situations and scenarios. I found it very useful and started writing a reflective learning/career journal as a result of reading this book. I think it is a really good read for anyone working in care or a medical profession as it really helps you to reflect on your working practices and experiences.’ Amazon reviewer‘This is a really valuable companion handbook whether you are a stressed manager who has drifted away from psychological mindedness, a line manager looking for inspiration to motivate staff during tough times, a ‘stuck’ social work practitioner, a student wrestling with daunting theoretical concepts, or a practice educator seeking to refresh their approach to developing reflection in others. It is an excellent introduction for staff who are starting out their exploration of reflective practice.’ Journal of Social Work‘Reflection is one of those things that many of us older health and social care practitioners are wont to claim we are already doing. But we all need to reflect, learn from past actions and develop our knowledge, skills and understanding in ways that can take us forward. In this book the clinical psychologist Natius Oelofsen describes the processes of learning and the three-step reflective cycle, explaining how keeping a reflective journal offers insights into self and behaviour, and using critical analysis to reflect on even ordinary, everyday incidents. He shows how the insights of understanding help our interactions with patients and colleagues. Reflection helps us to work together, offer support and see where we are able to fit in as team members. The chapter ‘All for one and one for all: building supportive teams’ is particularly illuminating. There is so much in this book, including getting the most from supervision, ethical issues and dealing with work-based stress, as well as exercises, activities and case examples.’ Nursing Standard‘Developing Reflective Practice is a thorough and concise book enabling students, qualified nurses and any other health professional to become confident reflective practitioners within their own field. I found this book to be an informative tool for students due to the layout, which includes reflective activities throughout each chapter. This enables the reader to challenge ideas and address them in practice scenarios. I felt overall this book was a well-written and educational tool particularly for a nursing student and even a social work student. As a student reflection is a key element within nursing studies, I feel this book would most certainly assist a nursing student within this key area.’ Nursing TimesThis book serves as a ‘how to’ guidance for those looking to better enable self-discovery and self-improvement. Oelofsen weaves together theoretical concepts, real-life anecdotes, and practical exercises, making the book accessible to individuals from various backgrounds. The central theme revolves around the significance of reflective practice as a tool for personal and professional growth. At the core of Oelofsen’s work lies the belief that introspection empowers individuals to become conscious of their actions, reactions, and decision-making processes. By reflecting on experiences and emotions, we gain deeper insights into our behaviour and motivations. This newfound awareness then paves the way for positive change and continuous improvement in our lives. The book demonstrates how reflective practice can elevate the quality of work and enrich our interactions with others. It does this through compelling case studies, Oelofsen illustrates the tangible benefits of incorporating reflection into our daily lives, so it is very useful on a practical level. One of the most compelling aspects of the book is Oelofsen’s candid approach to addressing challenges that arise during the reflective process. He acknowledges that introspection can be uncomfortable, leading us to confront our shortcomings and vulnerabilities. However, he also emphasises that true growth emerges from these moments of discomfort, as they signify our willingness to evolve and embrace positive change. “Developing Reflective Practice” offers readers a range of techniques and exercises to implement in their daily routines. From journaling to mindfulness practices, these tools help individuals build resilience and emotional intelligence, enhancing their capacity to navigate life’s challenges with grace and wisdom. The act of looking inward enables us to not only understand ourselves better but also to create a more compassionate and harmonious world around us. * Reflections of an Early Career Nurse blog *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements; Preface; Introduction Part 1: Introducing reflective practice 1. Reflecting on reflection: Theories and perspectives on Reflective Practice 2. How to reflect: The reflective practitioner’s toolkit Part 2: Reflecting on the work in frontline services 3. Working with people’s stories: The role of narrative in frontline practice 4. Shaping people’s lives part one: Attachment and family Influences 5. Shaping people’s lives part two: Cross-generational influences and migration Extended example 1: Narrative and forces shaping people’s lives 6. Inside and outside working relationships: Boundaries in frontline practice 7. Getting to the heart of the matter: Helping people change 8. Reflecting on what is really important: Ethics and values in frontline practice Extended example 2: Working with boundaries and change Part 3: Reflecting on emotion in frontline services 9. Absorbing distress: Emotional Containment in frontline practice 10. When strong feelings matter: Transference and countertransference in frontline practice Extended example 3: Working with containment and transference Part 4: Reflecting on staff support in frontline services 11. All for one and one for all: Building supportive teams 12. Making sense of tangles, twists, and turns: Effective case supervision in frontline practice 13. When the going gets tough: Stress and burnout in frontline services Extended example 4: Stress and team support Reflecting in practice: a final word References Index

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Book SynopsisSkill Checklists for Taylor’s Clinical Nursing Skills helps you practice and record the mastery of every step of each skill found in Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills: A Nursing Process Approach, Sixth Edition. It serves as a valuable self-assessment tool for students as well as a convenient tool for faculty to record student performance.

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Book SynopsisA Handbook for Student Nurses is widely recommended in institutions across the UK and is essential reading for new students. The book provides an introduction to the essential background knowledge that pre-registration nursing students need as a foundation for their training. This fourth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the new NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses and the most recent update of the NMC Code. It incorporates the very latest developments in nurse education and in the health service. A Handbook for Student Nurses covers the core of first-year nursing studies: Practice supervision and assessment Communication Legal and professional issues Values, ethics and cultural awareness Reflection and personal development Quality care and evidence-based practice Study skills Public health and promoting health and wellbeing “An excellent introductory text for student nurses, written in a clear and illuminative style.” Lecturer, Adult NursingTrade ReviewExcellent book to support nursing degree. ‘This book covers many different areas of the nursing degree. It covers many areas which are included in lectures and assignments, and references as to where I can find further information. This book is excellent in supporting learning and helps with writing assignments.’ Amazon reviewer‘An invaluable resource and a daily accompaniment for lectures. I take it into my second year with the knowledge that I have a great reference book I can reflect on throughout my years of training.’ Adult nursing student‘I found this to be an excellent resource and I feel students new to the profession would find it extremely useful…The book is well-organised, highly readable and accessible.’ Lecturer, Adult Nursing‘An excellent textbook that provides up-to-date and relevant information for pre- and post-registration nursing students.’ Lecturer, Adult Nursing‘This is an excellent book, full of relevant information for student nurses.’ Student NurseTable of ContentsPreface to the fourth edition; Preface to the third edition; About the authors 1. Nurse education, practice supervision and assessment Introduction Pre-registration nurse education Nurse education today Standards of proficiency for registered nurses Standards for education Practice placements Registration 2. Communication Introduction Communication defined The communication process Interpersonal skills Intercultural communication Emotional intelligence Non-verbal interaction Barriers to effective communication Listening skills Advocacy and empowerment Digital literacy 3. Legal and professional issues Professional accountability Arenas of professional accountability Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Compassion in Practice Delegation The Code in more detail Consent Safeguarding Confidentiality Record-keeping And finally... 4. Values and healthcare ethics Values and rights Patients' rights Human rights Professional considerations Respect, dignity and privacy Healthcare ethics 5. Cultural awareness Introduction Culture Associated cultural terminology Legislation and policy Culture in practice Religious awareness 6. Quality care Defining quality assurance A brief history of the organisation of quality assurance in UK healthcare National quality assurance Local clinical level Further aspects of quality assurance 7. Evidence-based practice Introduction Evidence-based practice in nursing Carrying out evidence-based practice Clinical effectiveness and evidence-based practice Implementing evidence-based practice 8. Professional roles in healthcare Introduction to interprofessional practice Definitions Interprofessional working Challenges to successful interprofessional working Changing roles in nursing Nursing in the 21st century in the UK Careers in nursing 9. Reflection and clinical supervision Reflection Models of reflection Using reflective frameworks The benefits of practising reflectively Reflective writing – keeping a journal or reflective diary Preceptorship Maintaining professional knowledge and competence (revalidation) Continuing professional development and lifelong learning Clinical/professional supervision Resilience in nursing 10. Study skills Study skills Reading Taking notes Writing essays Electronic learning (e-learning) Researching online Numeracy 11. Public health and promoting health and wellbeing Why is public health and promoting health and wellbeing relevant to nursing? The context of public health Determinants of health and health inequalities Local public health Wellbeing Health promotion Index

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Book SynopsisLippincott Essentials for Nursing Assistants: A Humanistic Approach to Caregiving, 6th edition, is designed to streamline the path to success for Certified Nursing Assistants. This concise and approachable textbook delivers the foundational concepts and facts essential for competent and compassionate practice in various healthcare settings.   Whether CNAs are training for a role in a long-term care facility, acute care facility, or another healthcare environment, this text provides the knowledge and skills they need to excel. Perfect for use in shorter, fast-paced programs, each chapter focuses on the most crucial concepts, breaking down information into easily digestible segments for improved retention.   This latest edition has been revised and updated with unique Pam's Pearls on how to empathize with patients, Stop and Think! scenarios to encourage critical thinking and solving complex problems, and current practices in nutrition, infectious disease control, and more.   Lippincott Essentials for Nursing Assistants: A Humanistic Approach to Caregiving, 6th edition goes above and beyond just the “dos and don’ts” featured in other textbooks and focuses on “What You Do/Why You Do It” boxes. This provides students with a deeper understanding of core concepts like privacy, safety, and infection control all while fostering critical thinking skills.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION I: Health Care Recipient Concepts Theme: Attributes, Resources, and Preferences 1. Development 2. Functional Ability 3. Family Dynamics 4. Culture 5. Self-Management SECTION II: Health and Illness Concepts Theme: Homeostasis and Regulation 6. Fluid and Electrolytes 7. Acid-Base Balance 8. Thermoregulation 9. Sleep 10. Cellular Regulation 11. Intracranial Regulation 12. Hormonal Regulation 13. Glucose Regulation 14. Nutrition 15. Elimination 16. Perfusion 17. Clotting - NEW! 18. Gas Exchange Theme: Sexuality and Reproduction 19. Reproduction 20. Sexuality Theme: Protection and Movement 21. Immunity 22. Inflammation 23. Infection 24. Mobility 25. Tissue Integrity 26. Sensory Perception 27. Pain 28. Fatigue Theme: Mood, Cognition, Behavior 29. Stress and Coping 30. Mood and Affect 31. Anxiety 32. Cognition 33. Psychosis 34. Substance Misuse and Addiction 35. Interpersonal Violence SECTION III: Professional Nursing and Health Care Concepts Theme: Personal Development 36. Professional Identity 37. Well-Being and Resilience - NEW! 38. Leadership 39. Evidence 40. Clinical Judgment Theme: Holistic Care 41. Person-Centered Care - NEW! 42. Ethics 43. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - NEW! Theme: Care Competencies 44. Communication 45. Collaboration 46. Safety 47. Health Care Quality 48. Technology and Informatics 49. Health Disparities and Health Equity 50. Care Coordination 51. Health Promotion 52. Patient Education 53. Palliative Care 54. Population Health 55. Public Health Emergencies - NEW! Theme: Health Care Infrastructure 56. Spheres of Practice - NEW! 57. Health Systems 58. Health Care Economics 59. Health Policy 60. Health Care Law Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection I. Nursing Diagnosis, the Nursing Process and Evidence Based Nursing An explanation of how to make a nursing diagnosis and plan care using the nursing process and evidence based nursing. Section II Guide to Nursing Diagnoses Includes suggested nursing diagnoses and page references for over 1300 client symptoms, medical and psychiatric diagnoses, diagnostic procedures, surgical interventions, and clinical states. Section III Guide to Planning Care The definition, defining characteristics, risk factors, related factors, suggested NOC outcomes, client outcomes, suggested NIC interventions, interventions with rationales, geriatric interventions (when appropriate), home care interventions, culturally competent nursing interventions where appropriate, client/family teaching andweb sites (when available) for client education for each alphabetized nursing diagnosis. Also includes a pain assessment guide and equianalgesic chart.

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Book SynopsisA San Francisco Bay Area native, Audrey Berman received her BSN from the University of California San Francisco and later returned to that campus to obtain her MS in physiologic nursing and her PhD in nursing. Her dissertation was entitled Sailing a Course through Chemotherapy: The Experience of Women with Breast Cancer. She worked in oncology at Samuel Merritt Hospital prior to beginning her teaching career in the diploma program at Samuel Merritt Hospital School of Nursing in 1976. As a faculty member, she participated in the transition of that program into a baccalaureate degree and in the development of the master of science and doctor of nursing practice programs. Over the years, she has taught a variety of medical-surgical nursing courses in the prelicensure programs. She currently serves as the dean of nursing at Samuel Merritt University (an affiliate of Sutter Health) and is the 2014-2016 president of the California Association of Colleges of Nursing. <Table of ContentsUNIT 1 The Nature of Nursing 1 Historical and Contemporary Nursing Practice 2 Evidence-Based Practice and Research in Nursing 27 Nursing Theories and Conceptual Frameworks 39 Legal Aspects of Nursing 52 Values, Ethics, and Advocacy 80 UNIT 2 Contemporary Health Care 98 Health Care Delivery Systems 99 Community Nursing and Care Continuity 116 Home Care 131 Electronic Health Records and Information Technology 143 UNIT 3 The Nursing Process 161 Critical Thinking and Clinical Reasoning 162 Assessing 177 Diagnosing 199 Planning 214 Implementing and Evaluating 236 Documenting and Reporting 250 UNIT 4¿Health Beliefs and Practices 274 Health Promotion 275 Health, Wellness, and Illness 298 Culturally Responsive Nursing Care 315 Complementary and Alternative Healing Modalities 335 UNIT 5 Lifespan Development 352 Concepts of Growth and Development 353 Promoting Health from Conception Through Adolescence 372 Promoting Health in Young and Middle-Aged Adults 39 Promoting Health in Older Adults 411 Promoting Family Health 434 UNIT ¿6 Integral Aspects of Nursing 447 Caring 448 Communicating 462 Teaching 491 Leading, Managing, and Delegating 518 UNIT 7 Assessing Health 533 Vital Signs 534 Health Assessment 574 UNIT 8¿Integral Components of Client Care 669 Asepsis 670 Safety 715 Hygiene 749 Diagnostic Testing 807 Medications 840 Skin Integrity and Wound Care 919 Perioperative Nursing 959 UNIT 9 Promoting Psychosocial Health 999 Sensory Perception 1000 Self-Concept 1021 Sexuality 1035 Spirituality 1058 Stress and Coping 1078 Loss, Grieving, and Death 1098 UNIT 10 Promoting Physiological Health 1121 Activity and Exercise 1122 Sleep 1182 Pain Management 1204 Nutrition 1249 Urinary Elimination 1304 Fecal Elimination 1344 Oxygenation 1378 Circulation 1426 Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid—Base Balance 1449

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Book SynopsisThis new edition is fully revised to provide concise, practical, and expert advice for the non-medical prescriber. Intended for all levels, it covers basic pharmacology, legal parameters, safe and effective prescribing and common conditions. Written by experienced nurse prescribers, it contains a wealth of guidance and information.Trade ReviewThis is an essential guide for any student non-medical prescriber and all qualified nurse prescribers. * Helen Reeves, Nursing Times *This is a valuable resource for all nonmedical prescribers. The information is clear and based on evidence. It is provided in a user-friendly format that makes it easy to access. This update is essential to present the highest quality information available for nonmedical prescribers. * Doody's *Useful and pocke-sized, this handbook has been updated to incorporate recent legislation and professional guidance for prescribers... It offers an impressive amount of accesible, practical and evidence-based information. * Nursing Standard *Table of Contents1. What is a non-medical prescriber ; 2. Principles of supplementary prescribing ; 3. Clinical management plans ; 4. Basic principles of pharmacology ; 5. Potential and unwanted effects ; 6. Safe prescribing ; 7. Consideration of product choice ; 8. Review ; 9. Working as a non-medical prescriber ; 10. Practical prescribing ; 11. Prescribing for special groups ; 12. Medical conditions ; 13. Complementary and alternative medicines and over-the-counter drugs ; 14. Audit ; 15. Evidence-based prescribing ; 16. Managing the role ; 17. Responsibilities ; 18. Working outside the UK

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Book SynopsisThe Oxford Handbook of Clinical Skills for Children's and Young People's Nursing provides a concise, current, and evidence-based practical guide to all clinical skills relating to the care of children and young people.Trade ReviewThis book would be of benefit to all nursing students and nursing staff working with children and young people whether based on general paediatric or specialist paediatric wards or general to intensive care settings. * Nursing Times.net, March 2013 *Table of Contents1. The principles of patient assessment ; 2. The principles applying to clinical skills and procedures ; 3. Communication ; 4. Assessing the child and young person ; 5. Personal hygiene and comfort ; 6. Play ; 7. Infection control ; 8. Drug administration ; 9. Intravenous care ; 10. Care of the perioperative patient ; 11. Emergency and high dependency ; 12. Respiratory system ; 13. Cardiovascular system ; 14. Neurological system ; 15. Gastrointestinal system ; 16. Genitourinary system ; 17. Musculoskeletal system ; 18. Wound care ; 19. Ear, nose, and throat system ; 20. Ophthalmology ; 21. Dermatology ; 22. Endocrinology ; 23. Haematology and immune system

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Book SynopsisAdult Nursing Practice: Using evidence in care enables today''s students and newly qualified nurses develop the knowledge and skills they need to deliver, and lead care tomorrow. Reflecting the principles of evidence-based care in line with the current NMC competencies, this textbook helps students learn to manage patients with common conditions and fundamental health needs so they can provide the best possible evidence-based care.Written, and edited by leading nurses from practice, education and research, it focuses on common diseases, fundamental health needs, and symptoms that nurses'' encounter in daily practice. Conditions are clearly explained so that the causes of ill health are easily understood. Every chapter covers pathophysiology, indicates the key priorities for nursing assessment, and discusses ''what the evidence says'', before considering nursing management options. Throughout the authors'' clear signposts to trustworthy evidence mean that students can effortlessly select the best nursing interventions for their patients using the current available evidence-base.The ideal guide for students preparing for registration and newly qualified staff going through preceptorship, it is packed with over 115 illustrations and lots of features to bring the subject to life and make learning easier:BLNursing assessment illustrations outline challenges caused by common diseases in a helpful and memorable way, highlighting issues that need assessmentBLRed flag icons indicate the warning signs of deterioration and urgent questions are listed that can be used for assessment and monitoringBLCase studies of effective evidence-based interventions show the difference that high quality nursing care makesBLCross references between common conditions'' causes and managing related health needs and symptoms develop understanding by clearly linking pathophysiology with nursing management optionsBLTheory into practice boxes further enhance learning through suggested activities, such as exploring key evidence, considering major practice issues or applying core knowledge while out on placementBLOnline resource centre at www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/orc/bullock /. Filled with interactive and useful e-learning resources to help students test their learning, keep up-to-date with the latest evidence and further expand their knowledge, it features:BLClinical decision making scenariosBLQuiz questionsBLUpdates to contentBLHyperlinked referencesBLimages from the bookBLLecturer resourcesTrade ReviewThis book contains an excellent balance of empirical and statistical evidence, guidance for best practice and good common sense approaches. * Dr Peter Carter, Royal College of Nursing, Chief Executive & General Secretary *This new book gives students the tools to make informed decisions about care and improve adult nursing practice on a day to day basis. * Nicki Walsh, Lecturer, University of Nottingham, UK *The coverage is extremely relevant to the preparation of effective adult nurses and will be highly useful to readers. * Dr Chris Bulman, Senior Lecturer, Oxford Brookes University, UK *An excellent comprehensive guide to adult nursing practice ideally suited to adult field student nurses. * Susan Thompson, Deputy Director, University of Nottingham, UK *An extremely useful 'reader friendly' book; a valuable resource for student and newly qualified nurses. * Sue Clark, Learning & Development, Portsmouth Hospitals Trust *This text is ideal for today's nursing courses and for key knowledge to underpin patient care- it bridged the gap between research evidence and professional practice. * Dr P Scullion, Associate Head of Nursing, Coventry University, UK *A very useful and supportive textbook which follows a logical framework to explore and examine adult nursing practice and how evidence supports its implementation. It is well written and is supported by good diagrams, photographs, boxes identifying action points, evidence highlights and case studies. * Keith Booles, Senior Nurse Lecturer, Staffordshire University, UK *Good book to 'dip in and out of'. * Jane Douglas, Senior Lecturer, Northumbria University, UK *The way that the use of supporting evidence is related to adult nursing practice is excellent. * Ian Wood, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Keele University, UK *Written in a clear, understandable and reader-friendly way, this will be valuable for undergraduate students and registered practitioners. * Paul Elliot, Senior Lecturer, Canterbury Christ Church University, UK *Table of ContentsPART 1:UNDERSTANDING COMMON HEALTH CONDITIONS; PART 2: MANAGING HEALTH NEEDS AND SYMPTOMS

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Book SynopsisDo you need accurate information fast? The ward is a busy place with little time to check facts and figures. With this pocket-sized reference book you can quickly and accurately check everything from nursing terminology to CPR procedures. The Nursing & Health Survival Guides have evolved - take a look at our our app for iPhone and iPad.Trade Review"A neat, tidy and very handy book for nursing students and newly qualified staff to have whilst out in the clinical environment. ... What is great about this little pocket guide is that it uses the terminology regularly used in the clinical environment but provides examples of where it may be used ... This helps to link theory to practice and aid easy identification of drug classes and what they are." - Tianna Jarrett-Williams, Nursing Student Table of ContentsContents Richards COMMON LABORATORY BLOOD TESTS 24-HOUR CLOCK MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION Five rights and three checksTips in preventing medication errorsSafety tips with oral medicationsSafety tips with injectionsAbbreviations used in medication administrationMetric system and symbolsDrug calculationsSome common drug classesDrug name endings and related informationDrugs utilised as antidotes OXYGENFLUID BALANCE Measurements useful for fluid balance charts Tips with fluid balance charts Types of IV fluids VITAL SIGNS QUICK HEAD-TO-TOE ASSESSMENT PAIN ASSESSMENT MENTAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)Bodily fluids exposureRESUSCITATION Cardiac rhythms When to seek help Common emergency drugs: dose and action WOUND CARE DOCUMENTATION General points Tips with verbal handovers Nursing process GENERAL ABBREVIATIONS USEFUL WEBSITES TIME MANAGEMENT GRIDOTHER THINGS TO REMEMBER

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Book SynopsisSolving calculations in a busy environment can be tough and time consuming. This quick reference guide, featuring basic maths concepts and medication administration, will help you take the problem out of problem solving. The Nursing & Health Survival Guides have evolved - take a look at our our app for iPhone and iPad.Trade Review"This handy pocket sized guide is an essential component in any nurse’s pocket. ... Overall this guide is a practical, useful and compact book that any nursing student would be able to utilize. I would recommend this book to all nursing students as a fundamental purchase in their first year." - Louise Goodyear, Nursing StudentTable of ContentsINTRODUCTION MATHS REVISITED Mathematical symbols Order of operations Number fact grids Time Hindu-Arabic and Roman numerals Fraction, decimal and percentage conversions The base system The decimal point Measuring a fluid balance chart Revisiting basic algorithms Working with fractions Percentages Rounding The metric system some handy tables involving measurement Intravenous fluid requirements Rule of nines formulas used in nursing Calculating dosage using a formula applying drug calculations using formulas Calculating oral medications Calculating parenteral medications safe medication administration Categories of drugs What must be on a prescription and administration record What makes a prescription valid What is on a medication label Frequency and times of medication administration Commonly used and understood abbreviations Other abbreviations Intravenous fluids—what is on a fluid order Abbreviations for intravenous fluids Intravenous fluids—drip rates for giving sets where 20 drops = 1 mL The process of medication administration Medication administration guidelines for students Preventing errors

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Book SynopsisThe guidelines and skills required to become a nurse are always changing and it can be difficult to stay up-to-date with the current standards. This book has been specifically designed to address the main skills you need to meet NMC requirements.Becoming a Nurse will demystify what you need to know while preparing you to meet NMC standards and become a confident, practising professional. The book introduces the many subjects outside the biological which are none the less essential for both pre-registration and practising nurses. This new edition has been thoroughly updated throughout, and includes four new chapters on psychosocial concepts for nursing; sociological concepts for nursing; spiritual care; and preceptorship and transition. Like the previous edition the book also covers:Law, ethics and policyManagement and leadershipCommunication, interpersonal skills and interprofessional workingEvidence based practiceMedicines managementTable of Contents1. Introduction: The State of UK Nursing 2. Professional Issues 3. Ethics 4. Law 5. Health Policy 6. Management and Leadership 7. Interprofessional Working 8. Evidence-based Practice 9. Assessment 10. Sociological Concepts for Nursing 11. Psychological Concepts for Nursing 12. Spiritual Care 13. Judgement and Decision-making 14. Communication and Interpersonal Skills 15. Public Health 16. Learning and Teaching 17. Personal and Professional Development Through Reflective Practice 18. Medicines Management 19. Preceptorship and Transition

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Book SynopsisIncludes separate chapters that help you focus on the specialty areas such as pharmacology, nutrition, and emergency nursing. This title features practice questions in each chapter that are written in NCLEX examination style and offers detailed rationales for both correct and incorrect answers.Table of ContentsPreparing for the Licensure Examination Nursing Concepts, the Nursing Process, and Trends in Nursing Pharmacology Nutrition Medical-Surgical Nursing Mental Health Nursing Maternity Nursing Pediatric Nursing Nursing Care of the Aging Adult Emergency Preparedness Comprehensive Examination Appendix A - Standards of Practice and Educational Competencies of Graduates of Practical/Vocational Nursing Programs Appendix B - Communicable Diseases and Infections of Childhood Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection I: Improving Patient Care 1. Introduction to Conceptual Care Mapping 2. Assessment 3. Communication 4. Collaboration 5. Critical Thinking Section II: Case Studies Case Study 1 - Ellen Halstead Case Study 2 - Jamaal Samatar Case Study 3 - Rachelle Wagner Case Study 4 - Victoria Litchfield Case Study 5 - Beatrice Keifer Case Study 6 - Danielle Hammond Case Study 7 - James Robertson Case Study 8 - George Carlton Case Study 9 - Vera Rose Case Study 10 - Cora Jenkins Case Study 11 - Helen Williams Case Study 12 - Thomas Middleton Case Study 13 - Manuel Rodriguez Case Study 14 - Nicole Kaiser Case Study 15 - Jack Weingart Case Study 16 - Michael Mills Case Study 17 - Ronald Bailey Case Study 18 - William Ruby Case Study 19 - Donald Bergman Case Study 20 - Catherine Abbott Case Study 21 - Alice Chung Case Study 22 - Broderick Winston Case Study 23 - Mark Summerfield Case Study 24 - Sarah Laurent Case Study 25 - Karen Woodruff Case Study 26 - Edward Moore Case Study 27 - Caleb Nguyen Case Study 28 - Taylor Collins Case Study 29 - Erika Pratt Case Study 30 - Kenneth Ventura Appendix A: NANDA Diagnoses and Definitions Appendix B: Lab Information Appendix C: Checklist Appendix D: Abbreviations Index

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