Nursing fundamentals and skills Books

Book SynopsisProviding evidence-based care is fundamental to working safely and effectively as a nursing associate. This book equips you with the skills to identify, evaluate and apply evidence and research to your practice. From day-to-day procedures and decision-making, to addressing health inequalities and implementing service improvement, it develops your confidence in using evidence to underpin all aspects of your role. Key features - Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) - Explains the principles of evidence-based practice in clear, straightforward language - Case studies and activities illustrate evidence-based practice across a range of different patient groups and care settings - Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role

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Book SynopsisCovering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this second edition condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters. It introduces aspiring nurses to all of the vital information on this tricky subject, from an overview of cells, blood, and the major organ systems through to key developmental stages, genetics and ageing. Case studies link core principles of anatomy and physiology to common real-world clinical scenarios, helping students apply this knowledge to their everyday working practice. Key features: - Each short chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards - Scientific information is broken down into easily digestible chunks with accompanying illustrations, to help aspiring nurses get to grips with this complex subject - Case studies, activities and other learning features help students translate the theory to practice - Provides

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Book SynopsisThe essential handbook for trainee nursing associates and anyone undertaking a foundation degree or higher-level apprenticeship in healthcare practice. This bestselling book will see you through all aspects of your programme, from the skills and knowledge you need to get started through to more advanced topics such as leadership and pathophysiology. Covering all of the topics you will study in clear, straightforward language, it builds your confidence and competence as an effective healthcare professional. Key features: - Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards and other relevant healthcare codes and standards - New chapter on medicines management - Filled with case studies, scenarios and activities illustrating theory in real life practiceTable of ContentsPart One: Academic, Personal and Professional Development Chapter 1: Developing Academic Study Skills: Techniques and Guidance for Undergraduate Students - Chris Counihan Chapter 2: Personal and Professional Development - Gillian Rowe Chapter 3: Leadership and Teamwork in Health and Social Care - Michelle Henderson Chapter 4: Practising Values and Ethics in Health and Care Settings - Gillian Rowe Chapter 5: Applied Health Sciences - Gillian Rowe and Ami Jackson Part Two: Biosciences and Essential Knowledge and Skills for Care Chapter 6: Bioscience - Gillian Rowe Chapter 7: Advanced Health Science: Genomics and Pathophysiology - Gillian Rowe Chapter 8 Prevention and Control of Infection - Deborah Gee Chapter 9: Essential Skills for Care - Gillian Rowe Chapter 10: Essential Skills: Medicines Management and Administration - Gillian Rowe Chapter 11: Public Health - Michelle Henderson and Gillian Rowe Chapter 12: Health Promotion - Scott Ellis Part Three: Working with Different Groups of People Chapter 13: Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing - Gillian Rowe Chapter 14: Protecting Children and Vulnerable Adults - Janette Barnes and Jade Carter-Bennett Chapter 15 Additional Needs and Challenging Behaviours in Adults and Children - Kevin Graham and Gillian Rowe

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Book SynopsisFinding and Using Information is an accessible textbook, written by a highly experienced learning and research librarian, to help all health and social care students seeking to improve their information skills.

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Book SynopsisPromoting health and preventing ill health form a central part of nursing study and a daily part of your future role as a nurse. In straightforward language, this book introduces the theory and concepts of health promotion and how to incorporate them into your clinical practice. Focused on the practical skills you need, it develops your confidence in promoting health and wellbeing effectively among individuals, families and diverse communities, as well as in yourself. Key features: Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards Fully updated including a new chapter on public mental health Case studies and activities illustrate how to build health promotion into your daily practice Table of ContentsChapter 1: Health promotion theory Chapter 2: Core skills for health promotion Chapter 3: Making every contact count Chapter 4: Health promotion with individuals Chapter 5: Health promotion and the family Chapter 6: Health promotion at a community level Chapter 7: Health promotion at a population level Chapter 8: Promoting health in diverse and vulnerable populations Chapter 9: Health promotion and emergent technologies Chapter 10: Evaluating health promotion Chapter 11: Promoting one′s own health Chapter 12: Future trends - challenges and opportunities in health promotion

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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 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 SynopsisThis is a case-based, service user centred textbook for mental health nursing students to use throughout their pre-registration studies. The essential theory required for nursing care is explored alongside real service users' views and fictional cases providing excellent transferable skills for practice.Trade ReviewThe knowledge base and skills necessary for mental health nurses undertaking pre-registration courses are clearly presented in this informative text. There are many texts recommended to mental health nurse students. If you can only afford one, go for this one. * Mental Health Practice, June 2009 *I can't find anything to compare to this book, no other text has everything in one place. I just found the chapters so friendly and captivating - they inform my knowledge further...I can't wait to recommend this to student nurses. * Justin Watts, Student Nurse Mentor, employed within Plymouth Teaching Primary Care NHS Trust. *I would recommend it as a main text for the mental health pre-reg branch programme. The text has been written in a consistent, user centred style with realistic scenarios which recognise the contemporary challenges of modern day mental health practice. * Dr Steve Tee, Senior Lecturer in Mental Health Nursing, Southampton University School of Nursing and Midwifery *This book is extremely user friendly and very useful for new comers to the profession or those attempting to teach it. I recommend this book for all mental health nursing students to beg, borrow or buy. * Amazon.co.uk reviewer *Table of Contents1. On Becoming a Student Mental Health Nurse ; 2. Fundamental Skills of Mental Health Nursing ; 3. Mental Health Law ; 4. Care of a Person with Complex Needs ; 5. Care of an Adult in Crisis ; 6. Nursing in a Rehabilitation and Recovery Context ; 7. Care of Older People with Mental Health Problems ; 8. Mental Health Nursing in the Community ; 9. Additional Skills for Complex Cases ; 10. On Becoming a Qualified Mental Health Nurse

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Book SynopsisFeel prepared to take on nurse prescribing with this short and accessible text. Whether you are pre-registration or undertaking a prescribing course, this book is your perfect introduction to the world of nurse prescribing. Covering the legal, professional and pharmacological considerations as well as core skills such as assessment and teamworking, this accessible text explores all aspects of non-medical prescribing in clear, straightforward terms. Key features · Mapped to the 2021 RPS Competency Framework and 2018 NMC Standards · Case studies, activities and other learning features illustrate theory and concepts in practice · Includes RAPID-CASE, a new model to aid safe prescribing decision makingTrade Review"This will be a useful and highly relevant resource for independent prescribers, whether they are clinicians considering a refresher or students/newly qualified NMPs who need a reference text." "Principles and practice of nurse prescribing takes a holistic and grounded approach to the complexities of modern prescribing practice. This textbook will be a valuable addition to the resources available for non-medical prescribers and, in particular, those from the nursing disciplines." -- Sharon Rees * Journal of Prescribing Practice *Table of ContentsChapter 1: The policy and professional context of nurse prescribing Chapter 2: The legal and ethical context of nurse prescribing Chapter 3: Assessment and consultation Chapter 4: Evidence-based practice and prescribing governance Chapter 5: Pharmacology and prescribing Chapter 6: Teamwork, communication and public health Chapter 7: The nurse prescriber’s formulary Chapter 8: Preparation, proficiency and continuing professional development for prescribing

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Book SynopsisEffective communication is at the heart of the nursing role. From providing person-centred care to collaborating with the multi-disciplinary team, this book will develop your communication and interpersonal skills and support you in finding your own voice. It equips you with key theory and principles and shows how to apply them to practice, from communicating with compassion to overcoming barriers to communication. This is your go to guide for effective communication in your everyday practice. Key features: Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards Takes a lifespan approach, covering communication with different groups across all fields of practice Content and examples explore communication in relation to diversity, equity and inclusion, encouraging culturally competent and emotionally intelligent practice Filled with activities and case studies to support critical thinking, reflection and application of theory to everyday nurs

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Book SynopsisAn accessible textbook to help students develop their study skills. Study Skills is an accessible textbook for nursing, health and social care students seeking to improve their study skills, develop their resilience, enhance their employability and cultivate a love of lifelong learning. Through clear explanations, helpful hints, activities and quizzes, the book will help you to develop your study skills for both your studies and future career. You will learn: How to manage your time How to develop your reading and note-taking skills How to search the literature and apply critical thinking to your reading How to write essays and reference your sources How to use feedback and reflective practice to improve your academic performance How to deliver effective presentations This book will help you to develop your study skills and become a resilient lifelong learner. Essentials is a series of accessible, introductory textbooks for students in nursing, health and social care. New and forthcoming titles in the series: The Care Process Communication Skills Leadership Mental Health Promoting Health and Wellbeing Study Skills Trade Review‘The contents of the book are laid out in an attractive, bright and easy to navigate format making it inclusive for all. The tone of the content is very positive, helping students enhance their employability and embracing the prospect of becoming a lifelong learner. There are many activities which can be utilised by lecturers during classes, to enhance development of study skills in all related subjects. I would highly recommend this book as an essential text and am already using and recommending it to pre-registration nurses of all fields.’ Senior Lecturer, Mental Health Nursing, University of Chester‘Resilience is an underpinning feature of the book and indeed a chapter is dedicated to this discussion. With recent events of COVID-19 pandemic this focus is particularly welcomes as students navigate the balance of their studies with the demands and uncertainties of learning in practice where their resilience is challenged. The chapter on employability skills helps prepare the students for the future workplace which coupled with a chapter on lifelong learning helps futureproof the learner for working in health and social care areas. In a saturated market of study skills books this book stands out and is a must have for those embarking on programmes of study in health and social care.’ Research Professor, University of Chester‘My favourite thing about this publication was its paradoxical brevity and detail. I felt I was learning something during every paragraph, but that it was chunked into manageable, concise information. The end of chapters was perfect; a conclusion, a summary, AND a quiz. I thought this was a great idea - to consolidate information, to make it interactive, and to know it’s there and I can flick back to that one page when I need to.’ Student nurseTable of ContentsAbout the authors; Introduction 1. Skills for the resilient learner Peggy Murphy and Marjorie Ghisoni 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Five ways (5rs) to develop resilience for health and wellbeing 1.3 Developing resilience in everyday life 1.4 Developing resilience for lifelong learning 1.5 Developing resilience for employability 1.6 Conclusion 2. Effective time management Peggy Murphy 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Strategies to combat time-wasters 2.3 Suggested study toolkit 2.4 Conclusion 3. Reading and note-taking skills Marjorie Ghisoni 3.1 Finding the right information 3.2 Making concise notes 3.3 Writing a literature review 3.4 Conclusion 4. Skills for literature searching Seren Roberts 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Starting your literature search 4.3 What is literature? 4.4 Developing a systematic approach to literature reviewing 4.5 Conclusion 5. Skills for critical thinking Tracy Ross 5.1 Introduction 5.2 What is critical thinking? 5.3 How to think critically: a six-stage process 5.4 How does critical thinking improve resilience? 5.5 How does critical thinking improve employability? 5.6 Conclusion 6. Writing essays and reports Marjorie Ghisoni 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Begin at the beginning 6.3 Make a plan 6.4 Referencing from journals and books 6.5 Organising and composing your work 6.6 Engineering your work and writing reports 6.7 Spelling and structure 6.8 Conclusion 7. Referencing skills Helen Thomas, Jacqui Maung, Ella Turner and Paul Verlander 7.1 Referencing and academic integrity 7.2 Plagiarism 7.3 Developing a rigorous approach to referencing 7.4 Referencing 7.5 Conclusion 8. Feedback Peggy Murphy and Craig Morley 8.1 Introduction 8.2 The purpose of feedback 8.3 Feedback mindset 8.4 Feed-forward 8.5 Action-planning 8.6 Marking rubrics 8.7 What to do after you receive feedback 8.8 Conclusion 9. Reflective writing skills Marjorie Ghisoni 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Models of reflective practice 9.3 Should we follow our gut instinct? 9.4 Keeping a reflective journal 9.5 Developing reflective resilience in our everyday practice 9.6 Reflective writing, self-compassion and student resilience 9.7 Reflective writing and lifelong learning 9.8 Professional requirements for reflective practice and lifelong learning 9.9 Reflective writing for employability 9.10 Conclusion 10. Skills for teamworking Liz Lefroy 10.1 Introduction 10.2 What is a team? 10.3 Teamwork in time of change 10.4 Team role theory 10.5 The development of groups and teams 10.6 Communication and sustainable teamwork 10.7 Dealing with conflict 10.8 Resilience 10.9 Conclusion 11. Skills for presentations and public speaking Paul Jeorrett 11.1 Introduction 11.2 The 3 Ps: preparation, planning, practice 11.3 Delivering the presentation 11.4 Conclusion 12. Skills for employability in health and social care Marjorie Ghisoni 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Developing employability skills using your lifelong learning skills 12.3 Key lifelong learning skills for employability 12.4 Employability skills and professional practice 12.5 Developing resilience skills to improve your employability 12.6 Developing transferable skills for employability 12.7 Conclusion 13. Skills for the developing professional Marjorie Ghisoni 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Developing resilience as a professional 13.3 Developing employability skills in professional practice 13.4 Developing lifelong learning skills as a professional 13.4 Conclusion 14. Lifelong learning skills: future-proof your learning Peggy Murphy 14.1 What is lifelong learning? 14.2 Where does resilience fit into LLL? 14.3 Employability and lifelong learning skills 14.4 Future-proofing learning to maintain professional standards 14.5 Future-proofing learning to maintain professional registration 14.6 Combining reflective practice with a growth mindset 14.7 Conclusion Answers to chapter quizzes; Index

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Book SynopsisUPDATED AND EXPANDED FOR 2022 and beyond. This clinical pocket reference provides key information that a nurse will require on placement and in practice, selected by experienced teachers/practitioners, clearly written and presented, drawn from a wide range of different sources, packaged in an easily accessible portable format suitable for pocket or mobile devices. Nursing students, assessors, practice educators and preceptees will find that this resource enables the move into real life practice, supporting safe, confident, patient centred nursing. The fourth edition has now been thoroughly updated and extended. New material includes new Mental Capacity Act overview and guidelines, updated infection control (including donning and doffing PPE) and End of Life care sections, and latest Resuscitation Guidelines. This edition is built around the new pre-registration nursing education standards released by the NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) in early 2019, allowing it to support all nursing practitioners throughout their years of practice. The authors, all experienced teacher/practitioners have looked at latest teaching trends and national objectives, including the new NMC standards, to provide coverage of the widening range of competencies a nurse needs to display in today's healthcare environment. This resource provides rapid access to key information that a nurse will need to provide effective holistic care of the adult patient. For the student on clinical placement it provides a valuable aide memoire for recently learnt key information. For the newly qualified nurse it assists review, reflection, and revalidation.Trade ReviewReviews of previous editions,'The Clinical Pocket Reference for Nurses is an excellent resource for both students and qualified nurses... includes updated content on cardiac monitoring and neurological assessment and references to the latest Resuscitation Council UK Guidelines. The book covers a wide range of essential information, including the requirements for patient assessment, such as the latest risk assessment tools, the Bristol stool chart, management of shock and sepsis, interpreting electrocardiograms and a guide to wound classification and healing. The book is easy to use and nurses should be able to quickly navigate to invaluabe information. It is an educational tool that supports learning in practice and can also be used as a quick revision aid. The small spiral-bound format makes it accessible and ideal to keep in a pocket or diary when at work. The book would make a useful resource for nurses to buy for themselves, but could also be used as a quick reference guide to be shared on a ward. Although this book does have a nursing focus, it would also be relevant to other healthcare professionals, such as physiotherapists and paramedics - Nursing StandardTable of Contents1. Assessment: Assessment of risk and reporting, Respiratory assessment, Oxygen administration, Cardiac assessment, Shock, Sepsis (adult), Risk assessment for VTE, Neurological assessment, Pain, Gastrointestinal and abdominal assessment, Urological assessment, Skin assessment, Wound classification and healing, Older adult assessment, Psychological assessment. 2: Physiological monitoring: Normal physiological values, Measuring BP, CVP and JVP, Fluid and electrolyte balance. 3: Biochemistry: Key biochemistry values, Other useful biochemistry, Blood: composition, measurement and groups, Blood transfusion, Blood gases, Urinalysis. 4. Infection control: Hand hygiene, Infection classification, Prevention of infection, Isolation (barrier) nursing, Donning and doffing for PPE. 5. Drug administration: SI units, Calculating drug dosage/delivery, Parental medication administration. 6. IV therapy: Peripheral and central venous therapy, IV drug administration, Intravenous cannulation, Blood sample tubes and order of draw, Complications of IV therapy, IV flow rates. 7. End-of-life care: Planning EOL care, Delivering EOL care. 8. Acute/emergency care: Adult basic life support, In-hospital resuscitation, Adult advanced life support, AED, Anaphylaxis management, Airway management and choking, Emergency drugs, Mental health first aid. 9. Terminology: Abbreviations.

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Book SynopsisDelivering knowledge, theory and skills for the NMC Future Nurse curriculum. This definitive textbook introduces the core topics and essential information that every nursing student will need to master during their degree. Written by a diverse team of nursing educators from around the UK, with input from patients, practitioners and students, the book delivers a complete solution that challenges modern nursing practice and prepares students for the changing health needs of communities and individuals. Key features: Adopts a values-based and person-centred approach to nursing Modelled on the NMC Standards providing full coverage of the core curriculum Real-life ‘voices’ and experiences from patients, students and practitioners bring the subject to life Includes active learning features that develop graduate nursing skills such as critical thinking, reflection and evidence-based practice Lecturers and educators can also access a collection of exclusive teaching materials including presentation slides for each chapter, hundreds of multiple choice and short-form questions, guided case studies as well as recommendations for video-based activities with assignable questions.Trade ReviewI think this book is excellent - I can’t wait to purchase a copy. It′s everything a student nurse could need all in one place, a one-stop shop for orientation to the world of nursing. It seems to cover everything a student would want to know. The case studies are great and I was especially pleased to see learning disabilities so prominently, and family-centred case studies. The activities are excellent and I can imagine lecturers buying this book and adapting them for classroom discussion too. -- Lucy KirkhamThis book has everything that we want to convey to our student nurses as a good foundation of knowledge on which to build throughout their course. It is a useful guide to our profession, the values, skills and knowledge we possess. The case studies are good to encourage critical thinking and the chapter summaries, activities, glossaries etc are great to bring each chapter to a close and for the student to reflect on what has been learnt. -- Sera ManningTable of ContentsPart A: Learning to be a Nurse Chapter 1. What is Nursing and What is a Nurse? - Catherine Delves-Yates, Karen Elcock, Carol Hall, Ruth Northway and Steve Trenoweth Chapter 2. Being a Nursing Student - Catherine Delves-Yates Chapter 3. Reflection and Evidence-based Practice - Gabrielle Thorpe Chapter 4. Academic Writing and Assessment - Gabrielle Thorpe Part B: Professional Practice Chapter 5. Ethics - Ruth Northway and Ian Beech Chapter 6. Law - Graham Avery updated by Marc Cornock Chapter 7. Accountability and Professionalism - Karen Elcock Chapter 8. Resilience - E. Jane Blowers Chapter 9. Becoming a Change Agent - Nickey Rooke and Jacqueline Phillips Part C: Fundamentals of Nursing Care Chapter 10. Delivering Effective Care - Fiona Everett and Wendy Wright Chapter 11. Introduction to Nursing Theory - Carol Hall Chapter 12. Value-based, Person-or family-centred Care - Catherine Delves-Yates Chapter 13. Patient, Service User, Family and Carer Perspectives - Katrina Emerson and Ruth Northway Chapter 14. Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation (Apie): The Process of Nursing - Rebeckah Hill Chapter 15. Core Communication Skills - Karen Elcock and Kimberley Byrnes Chapter 16. Communication and Interpersonal Skills in Challenging Circumstances - Steve Trenoweth and Sue Baron Chapter 17. Ensuring Quality and Effective Management of Risk - Melanie Fisher and Margaret Scott updated by Karen Elcock Chapter 18. Record Keeping and Documentation - Jill Barnes and Robert Jenkins updated by Claire Brockwell Chapter 19. Clinical Decision-making - Gemma Hurley Chapter 20. Safeguarding - Katie Mclaughlin Chapter 21. Promoting Health - Charlene Lobo, Daryl Evans and Helen Walker updated by Coralie Roll Part D: Skills for Nursing Care Chapter 22. Infection Prevention and Control - Rose Gallagher Chapter 23. Aseptic Technique and Specimen Collection - Rose Gallagher Chapter 24. Clinical Measurement - Caroline Dobson and Trevor Simpson Chapter 25. Pain Management - Ann Kettyle Chapter 26. Skin Integrity - Alexandra Carlin Chapter 27. Safe Movement of People - Michelle O′Reilly and David Best Chapter 28. Emergency Care - Sara Morgan Chapter 29. Medicines Administration - Carol Hall updated by Christina Roulston Chapter 30. Assisting People with their Nutritional Needs - Kate Goodhand and Jane Ewen Chapter 31. Assisting People with their Elimination Needs - Mairead Collie and David J. Hunter Chapter 32. Assisting People with their Hygiene Needs - Catherine Delves-Yates Chapter 33. Care after Death - Maria Parry Part E: Context of Nursing Care Chapter 34. Introduction to the Organisation and Settings of Care - Siobhan McCullough Chapter 35. Introduction to Interprofessional Working - Hanneke Wiltjer Chapter 36. Introduction to the Psychological Context of Nursing - Janet Ramjeet Updated by Catherine Delves-Yates Chapter 37. Introduction to the Sociological Context of Nursing - Ruth Northway Chapter 38. Introduction to Public Health - Charlene Lobo Updated by Coralie Roll Chapter 39. Introduction to Health Policy and the Political Context of Nursing - Siobhan McCullough Chapter 40. Introduction to the Global Context of Nursing - Catherine Delves-Yates

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Book SynopsisThis book has been designed to support, improve and maintain your wellbeing throughout your programme of study and into your career. Becoming a health and social care professional means that you will encounter challenging situations from a very early stage in your course, and protecting your own health and wellbeing is essential whilst caring for others. Written by an expert team, this book will equip you with the tools, resources and strategies you need to develop your resilience and care for your wellbeing. In doing so, it develops other essential skills including communication, problem-solving,research, critical thinking and reflection, thereby supporting your personal and professional development, and key requirements for your course. Key features: - Written specifically for the nursing, social work and allied health professions and the particular challenges these roles face - Practical activities and case studies help you apply key concepts to your personal context and professional practice - Features a personal wellbeing journal to help you assess, monitor and improve your wellbeingTable of ContentsBecoming a health and social care student - Janet Goddard, Ramona Minette and Annette Chowthi-Williams Life in professional practice - Annette Chowthi-Williams and Janet Goddard What is wellbeing? - Daniela Blumlein and Annette Chowthi-Williams Creating emotional and mental balance - Janet Goddard, Regina Holley and Raquel Marta Managing own and other’s emotions in practice - Kate Nash and Cathy Rowan Becoming emotionally intelligent - Raquel Marta and Annette Chowthi-Williams Building resilience - Kate Nash and Annette Chowthi-Williams Building and maintaining your physical health - Victoria Adebola and Annette Chowthi-Williams Strategies and tools for enhancing and promoting our wellbeing - Janet Goddard and Annette Chowthi-Williams Your personal wellbeing journal - Annette Chowthi-Williams and Team

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Book SynopsisPalliative and end of life care are an essential component of nursing practice. This book provides students with the key information they need to deliver effective and safe end of life care for patients and their families. Crucially, it also creates opportunities for them to reflect on their own perspectives on death and dying and explore the impact of this on their practice. Key features Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses (2018) Helps you to develop a holistic understanding of the fundamental principles and practice of palliative and end of life care Activities encourage you reflect on your own perspectives of death and dying and to consider the impact this has on your practice Case studies bring the theory to life and illustrate the real world applicability Table of ContentsChapter 1: The changing face of palliative and end of life care Chapter 2: Person-centred and cultural considerations for care Chapter 3: The expected death Chapter 4: Living with progressive illness Chapter 5: Complexity in palliative and end of life care Chapter 6: Planning for the end of life Chapter 7: Families and Carers Chapter 8: Research and evidence-based practice in palliative and end of life care

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Book SynopsisLearning Disabilities is an accessible introductory textbook that will help to improve the quality of care provided to people with learning disabilities. It is aimed primarily at nursing and healthcare students who are not in the learning disabilities field of practice but are seeking to understand learning disability and become rounded practitioners. Through clear explanations, examples and activities, the book will help you to recognise, support and care for people with learning disabilities whenever you meet them in your practice. You will learn: What learning disability is and how it interacts with physical and mental health What the role of the nurse or carer is and how to care for and provide support to people with learning disabilities About legal issues around learning disability including discrimination, capacity and consent How to support people with a learning disability who are experiencing ageing and suffering bereavement About spirituality and sexuality in relation to people with a learning disability How to support the informal unpaid caregivers who provide daily care to a person with a learning disability, and how to recognise and utilise their experience and knowledge. Written by a highly experienced author, academic and caregiver, this book will help you to improve your understanding of learning disability and to provide the high quality care to which people with learning disabilities are entitled.Trade ReviewThis book is an excellent resource offering an introduction to learning disabilities, and I feel that everyone working in care would benefit from reading it. The simple logical structure and layout, along with the tone, make for easy reading, whether in one go or for quick reference to a particular topic. I will be recommending this to my peers and my university. The concept is excellent, particularly as student nurses are expected to experience all fields yet this exposure can be limited. Adult nursing student, University of WolverhamptonA well written book with interesting learning ideas that our students will benefit from. I will recommend the book to be part of our reading list for the module I lead. Lecturer, University of EssexTable of ContentsForeword; Preface; Acknowledgements; About the author Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Who is this book for? 1.2 A brief overview of the book Chapter 2 What is learning disability? 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Definition 2.3 Basic history 2.4 What it means to have a learning disability 2.5 Conclusion Chapter 3 Nursing support for those with profound and multiple learning disabilities 3.1 Introduction 3.2 What is PMLD? 3.3 Twelve activities of daily living 3.4 Conclusion Chapter 4 Learning disability legislation and reports 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Differences between Bills, Acts, White Papers, Green Papers and reports 4.3 Key documents relating to learning disabilities 4.4 Suggestions for further research 4.5 Conclusion Chapter 5 Medical care and support for those with a learning disability 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Healthcare needs of those with a learning disability 5.3 Roles of the nurse 5.4 Professional development opportunities 5.5 Conclusion Chapter 6 Learning disability and consent to treatment 6.1 Introduction 6.2 What is consent? 6.3 Forms of consent 6.4 Mental Capacity Act 2005 6.5 Assessing mental capacity 6.6 The role of the nurse 6.7 Conclusion Chapter 7 Learning disability and mental health 7.1 Introduction 7.2 What is mental health? 7.3 Forms of mental ill-health 7.4 Prevalence 7.5 The role of the nurse 7.6 Conclusion Chapter 8 Learning disability and forensic care 8.1 Introduction 8.2 What are forensic services? 8.3 Prevalence 8.4 A journey through forensic services 8.5 The role of the nurse 8.6 Conclusion Chapter 9 Sexuality and people with a learning disability 9.1 Introduction 9.2 What is sexuality? 9.3 Issues regarding sexuality and those with a learning disability 9.4 The law 9.5 Issues around consent 9.6 The role of the nurse 9.7 Conclusion Chapter 10 Ageing and those with a learning disability 10.1 Introduction 10.2 What is old age? 10.3 Normal ageing 10.4 Common medical conditions 10.5 Dementia 10.6 The role of the nurse 10.7 Conclusion Chapter 11 Dying, death and bereavement and people with a learning disability 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Dying 11.3 Death 11.4 Do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (DNACPR) 11.5 Bereavement 11.6 The role of the nurse 11.7 Conclusion Chapter 12 Care and support for those who are informal caregivers 12.1 Introduction 12.2 What is 'informal caregiving'? 12.3 Experiences of those who are caregivers 12.4 Caregiver legislation and strategy 12.5 The roles of the nurse 12.6 Conclusion Chapter 13 Disability and carer discrimination 13.1 Introduction 13.2 What is discrimination? 13.3 Anti-discrimination legislation 13.4 Experiences of those who have a learning disability 13.5 The roles of the nurse 13.6 Conclusion Chapter 14 Learning disability and spirituality 14.1 Introduction 14.2 What is spirituality? 14.3 Barriers to experiencing and practising spirituality 14.4 Spiritual resources 14.5 The role of the nurse 14.6 Conclusion Chapter 15 The future and learning disability 15.1 Introduction 15.2 Past 15.3 Present 15.4 Future 15.5 Conclusion Glossary; Resources; Index

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Book SynopsisNursing and midwifery students are required to communicate in writing in a variety of forms, for a variety of potential audiences including their colleagues, allied health professionals, administrators and, most importantly, their patients and the public.Dena Bain Taylor is an experienced teacher of writing and critical skills across the range of allied health professions, and understands the types of writing nursing and midwifery students do and the writing issues they face. Her accessible, straightforward book - tailored specifically to the content and conventions of nursing and midwifery curricula - teaches students to write persuasively and correctly, both to support them in their courses and to prepare them for their professional careers. The book:- offers practical strategies for using language to achieve clear, persuasive writing;- provides clear explanations of underlying principles;- contains samples of good and improvaTrade ReviewThe book is well conceived with familiar guidance on study skills and the basics of sentence and paragraph structure. It has a chapter on attribution of sources and avoidance of plagiarism, and there is a useful brief review of academic versus professionals writing for the press and for writing presentations. -- Bob Price * Cancer Nursing Practice *Table of ContentsEssential Management and Study Skills Introduction Essential Management and Study Skills Critical Reading and the Iterative Writing Process Becoming a Better Writer Critical Argument How to Use and Acknowledge Sources What Is a Literature Review? How to Review the Literature An Introduction to Professional Writing Successful Presentations Reflective Writing How to Write Course Papers: Samples of Student Writing Index

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Book SynopsisWritten specifically for student nurses developing their communication and interpersonal skills in any field of nursing. The book addresses all the competencies for communication skills outlined in the 2018 NMC standards and features insightful contributions from experienced nurses and healthcare leaders across different clinical fields. As communication and interpersonal skills have become essential to modern nursing, this book will focus on demonstrating how the theory behind these skills can be successfully applied in practice. Helping students to become confident, assured communicators when interacting with patients, whilst on placement and into their post-registration nursing career. The new edition includes the following updates: · A new chapter on person-centred care and intercultural communication. · Further content on modern forms of communication such as social media and other new technologies. · A new theme ‘Emotional intelligence’ integrated throughout the book.Table of ContentsSection 1: Theories of Communication Chapter 1: Introduction to communication skills - Lucy Webb Chapter 2: The nurse-patient relationship - Eula Miller and Gayatri Nambiar-Greenwood Chapter 3: How to relate to others effectively - Lucy Webb Chapter 4: Active listening and attending: communication skills and the environment - Eula Miller and Lucy Webb Chapter 5: Groups and work - Lucy Webb Chapter 6: Effective person-centred and intercultural communication - Gayatri Nambiar-Greenwood & Sarah Rutherford Section 2: Applying Communication Skills in Nursing Chapter 7: Theory to practice: communicating therapeutically - Eula Miller and Lucy Webb Chapter 8: Facing challenges in healthcare communication - Lucy Webb and Clementinah Rooke Chapter 9: Health promotion and communication techniques - Maxine Holt and Lucy Webb Chapter 10: Professional communication skills for student survival: self-management writing and presenting - Lucy Webb Section 3: Advancing Application of Communication Skills Chapter 11: Communicating in immediate and short-term care situations - Anne-Marie Borneuf and Jacqui Gladwin Chapter 12: Communicating with people with chronic and long-term health needs - Gary Witham Chapter 13: Communicating with children, young people and their families - Caroline Ridley Chapter 14: Communication and the cognitively impaired patient - Duncan Mitchell and Garry Diack Chapter 15: Engagement, motivation and changing behaviour - Maxine Holt and Clementinah Rooke Chapter 16: Communication for personal and professional development: pre-registration and post-registration - Lucy Webb

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Book SynopsisAs a trainee nursing associate, it is essential to understand what it means to be a registered professional and to know your role within an interdisciplinary team. This book will help you to develop your professional identity and give you the skills and knowledge to become a valued team member. Covering important topics such as understanding your responsibilities as a registered professional and how to be heard in difficult situations, this guide will enable you to become a confident and successful team player. Key features: · Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018) · Case studies and activities illustrate theory in different practice settings across all fields of nursing · Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.Table of ContentsChapter 1: What is an accountable professional? Chapter 2: Understanding what guides your practice Chapter 3: The inter-disciplinary team and how its members influence care Chapter 4: How to deliver and contribute to person-centred care within a team Chapter 5: Skills for team working Chapter 6: How to be heard in difficult situations Chapter 7: Maintaining your sense of identity and resilience as a nursing associate

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Book SynopsisThis book will help you to prepare for and excel in your nursing associate practice placements. Covering all settings and all fields of nursing, the book will show you how to make the most of each placement and transfer learning and skills from one area of practice to another. Key features: - Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) - Helps you prepare for placements in a way that best supports your professional development and personal wellbeing - Case studies and activities introduce you to different settings across all fields of nursing - Focussed specifically on the requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confident professional practitioner THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Learning in and from practice - Marion Taylor Chapter 2: Support in practice - Aine Feeney Chapter 3: Primary care settings - Tina Moore Chapter 4: Social care settings - Pam Hodge Chapter 5: Mental health settings - Adrian Jugdoyal Chapter 6: Learning disability settings - Esther Reid Chapter 7: Hospital adult care settings - Aneta Polec Chapter 8: Acute care settings - Cariona Flaherty & Sinead Mehigan Chapter 9: Palliative care settings - Mike Bater & Xiaodong Wu Chapter 10: Child and young people care settings - Sophie McKay

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Book SynopsisThis long-standing textbook provides a clear overview of evidence-based practice. It explores the basic prinicples of knowledge, evidence and decision making and guides students through the process of crtitquing and using evidence in their day-to-day practice. The 5th edition has been updated to reflect contemporary approaches, drawing from lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and includes a new chapter explaining the difference between evaluation, audit and research. Additional features: case studies, activities and end of chapter crossword puzzles help students consolidate their understanding provides a collection of practical appraisal tools and templates to use when reviewing differnet sources of research extensive glossary providing clear definitions of key terminology Table of ContentsPart I: Introducing Evidence-based Practice Chapter 1: Introduction: What is Evidence-based Practice? Chapter 2: The Nature of Knowledge, Evidence and Ethical Approval Chapter 3: Clinical Judgement and Decision Making Chapter 4: Finding the Evidence Conclusion to Part I Part II: Critiquing the Evidence Chapter 5: What is Critical Appraisal? Chapter 6: Critical Appraisal and Quantitative Research Chapter 7: Critical Appraisal and Qualitative Research Chapter 8: Systematic Reviews and Evidence-based Conclusion to Part II Part III: Making Changes Chapter 9: Evaluation, Audit and Research Chapter 10: Evidence into Practice: Practice Development, Improvement and Innovation Chapter 11: Clinical Academic Careers Conclusion to Part III

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Book SynopsisClinical judgement and decision making are terms that are frequently used in nursing. But what do they mean and how can they be effectively applied in practice? In straightforward language, this book helps you to develop the necessary skills to make and apply sound clinical decisions. It breaks down the factors involved in decision making and shows you how to use evidence, critical enquiry and reflection to do so with confidence. Key features: - Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards - Thought-provoking case studies and scenarios illustrate decision making in practice - Activities enable you to practise your skills and build confidence in your ability to make effective decisionsTable of ContentsChapter 1: What is clinical judgement and decision-making in nursing? Chapter 2: Collaborative clinical decision-making Chapter 3: Using observation to inform decisions Chapter 4: Systematic clinical decision-making Chapter 5: Standardised clinical decision-making Chapter 6: Prioritising decisions in delivering care Chapter 7: Experience and intuition in decision-making Chapter 8: Reflective judgement and decision-making Chapter 9: Ethical sensitivity in decision-making Chapter 10: Accountability for nursing decisions Chapter 11: Confidence in clinical decision-making Chapter 12: Matrix decision-making model and ‘PERSON’ evaluation tool

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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 SynopsisCombining the theory and practice of academic writing, this book helps you to master the basics of writing at university. It equips you with the skills needed to examine cognitive processes such as reflection and critical thinking and includes essential information on referencing your work correctly and avoiding plagiarism. A comprehensive writing toolkit for students of nursing, midwifery, health and social care, it provides a step-by-step approach to a whole range of genres specific to these disciplines, going beyond the traditional academic essay to include care critiques, action plans, portfolios and systemic reviews as well as complex argumentative writing and the undergraduate dissertation proposal. It also offers help with texts for professional development such as portfolios and conference abstracts. Supporting you throughout your degree, this new edition includes: - A new section on making effective notes;- An updated section on reflection includTrade ReviewEssential reading for students in midwifery and different fields of nursing. [It] should be on the reading list for all undergraduate nursing and midwifery students. -- Dr Wendy Mayne, Deputy Head of Nursing and Community Health * Glasgow Caledonian University, UK *An incredibly useful book, and I would recommend it for all nursing and midwifery students. -- Ellie Sonmezer, Senior lecturer in Midwifery * University of Worcester, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction PART 1: THE ESSENTIALS OF ACADEMIC WRITING Test your Writing Skills 1. An Introduction to Academic Writing 2. Exploring Academic Genres 3. Processes in Academic Writing PART 2: WRITING GENRES IN NURSING AND MIDWIFERY 4. How to Write a Reflective Essay 5. How to Write a Care Critique 6. How to Write an Argument 7. How to Write Other Genres PART 3: WORKING WITH TEXTS 8. Variety in Writing 9. Avoiding Plagiarism 10. Referencing Systems 11. Conclusion: Putting it all Together Glossary of Key Terms Further Readings and Resources Suggested Answers to Activities References Index

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Book SynopsisChris Tyreman, BN, is an NHS staff nurse in North Wales. He has taught numeracy to adults via distance learning and evening classes. He is also the author of How to Master the BMAT, How to Master the IELTS and co-author of the best-selling How to Master the UKCAT, all published by Kogan Page.Trade Review"I found the simple explanations and examples easy to follow and was able to quickly refresh my memory and hone my skills in key areas of calculation. The chapter progression is logical and the examples clear and easy to follow. I would recommend this text as appropriate for all nurses, regardless of experience, and particularly as a refresher for those embarking on degree modules such as Independent Prescribing where numeracy skills are an essential element of the course." * Karen Dorner (DN Sister, RGN), Journal of Community Nursing *"I have bought this book recently and I cannot believe at how much I have improved in my drug calculations! Brilliant." * Customer review *"I bought this to help me refresh my basic maths in preparation for the university entry tests for Children's Nursing. It was 27 years since I'd done my Maths O Level, so I was rusty to say the least! This book is fantastic. I believe it is the reason I passed my course entry test." * Customer review *"The mock tests at the end of the book are invaluable and will be used as a tool for renewing and updating knowledge through my training as a Paediatric Nurse." * Customer review *"Brilliantly explained, well laid out, good worked examples and essential for all students who are not natural born mathematicians." * Customer review *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Basic arithmetic skills; Chapter - 02: Fractions and decimals; Chapter - 03: Measurement; Chapter - 04: Drug dosage calculations; Chapter - 05: Drug administration; Chapter - 06: Mock tests

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContributors ix Foreword xx Preface xxi Acknowledgements xxiii Section 1 Principles of Care Planning 1 Principles of Care Planning: The Nature of Care Planning and Nursing Delivery for Infants, Children,and Young People 3 Doris Corkin and Pauline Cardwell 2 Risk Assessment and Management 17 Sonya Clarke and Doris Corkin 3 Safeguarding to Protect Children, Young People, and Their Families 22 Julie Brown and Sonya Clarke 4 Ethical, Legal, and Professional Implications When Planning Care for Infants, Children, and YoungPeople (ICYP) 33 Orla McAlinden and Sonya Clarke 5 Young People and Truth Telling 44 Catherine Monaghan 6 Sexual Health 51 Jim Richardson 7 Integrated Care Pathways 55 Pauline Cardwell and Lucy Simms 8 Interprofessional Assessment and Care Planning in Critical Care 60 Carolyn Green and Doris Corkin 9 Supporting the Planning of Care – Practice Assessor, Academic Assessor, Supervisor, and Student 72 Nuala Devlin 10 Holistic Care – Family Partnership in Practice 78 Erica Strudley-Brown 11 Reflective Account 85 Ian and Nicola Markwell 12 The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People 92 Deidre O’Neill Section 2 Care Planning – Pain Management 13 Managing a Neonate in an Intensive Care Unit 101 Clare Morfoot 14A Continuous Patient- and Nurse-Controlled Opiate Analgesia and Ketamine Infusions 109 Sharon Douglass and Michelle Whitehouse 14B Epidural Analgesia 116 Sharon Douglass and Michelle Whitehouse Section 3 Care of Children and Young Persons with Special Needs 15 Young Person with a History of Epilepsy 123 Joanne Blair 16 Nut Allergy – Anaphylaxis Management 131 Susie Wilkie 17 Closed Head Injury 138 Carol McCormick 18 Obesity 149 Janice Christie Section 4 Care of Neonates and Children with Respiratory Disorders 19 Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome 161 Susanne Simmons 20 Cystic Fibrosis 168 Hazel Mills and Julie Hanna 21 Asthma 175 Barbara Maxwell, Gillian Gallagher, Katie McMullan, and Catherine Russell Section 5 Care of Infants and Young Persons with Cardiac Conditions 22 Cardiac Catheterisation 185 Pauline Carson 23 Infant with Cardiac Failure 190 Pauline Carson Section 6 Care Planning – Surgical Procedures 24 Tonsillectomy 201 Jodie Kenny and Doris Corkin 25 Appendicectomy 208 Fearghal Lewis Section 7 Care of Infants and Young Persons with Orthopaedic Conditions 26 Ilizarov Frame 217 Sonya Clarke 27 Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip 225 Sonya Clarke Section 8 Care of the Gastro-intestinal Tract in Infants and Children 28 Gastro-oesophageal Reflux 235 Doris Corkin and Lynne Robinson 29 Cerebral Palsy and Nasogastric Tube Feeding 241 Susie Wilkie and Sonya Clarke 30 Enteral Feeding – Gastrostomy Care 248 Catherine Paxton Section 9 Care of Children and Young Persons with Endocrine Disorders 31 Nephrotic Syndrome 259 Janet Kelsey 32 Newly Diagnosed Diabetic 266 Pauline Cardwell, Doris Corkin, and Lynne Robinson 33 Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) 273 Hazel Gibson and Rosi Simpson Section 10 Care of Infants and Young Persons with Skin Conditions 34 Infant with Infected Eczema 283 Gilli Lewis and Debbie Rickard 35 Burns Injury 292 Doris Corkin and Lydia Webb 36 Children with Complex Needs 300 Julie Chambers and Doris Corkin 37 Sickle Cell Disease 308 Debbie Omodele, Danielle Edge, and Doreen Crawford 38 Transition from Children’s to Adults’ Services 316 Claire Kerr 39 Bereavement Support 323 Una Hughes and Patricia McNeilly Index 330

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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 SynopsisThis new edition of Nursing Care: An Essential Guide for Nurses and Healthcare Workers in Primary and Secondary Care is a comprehensive introductory textbook to nursing care for pre-registration nursing students and nursing associate students in the UK, and is relevant to other allied health students. This back to basics' edition is a concise, clear text on the essentials of nursing care which: Comprehensively covers all aspects of essential care Puts care into context and relates it to current UK government policy and targets Shows how to apply theory in practice using diagrams and case studies Provides opportunities to reflect on the theory and think critically on key issues Explains clinical skills in the context of care Includes features such as recap questions, points for debate, a glossary, further reading lists and a companion website to allow students to reinfoTable of ContentsGuided tour Introduction 1. What is caring? 2. Dignity and privacy 3. Basic observations 4. Hygiene 5. Nutrition 6. Fluid balance and continence care 7. Pain management 8. Pressure Ulcers 9. Rehabilitation and self-care 10. Record-keeping

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Book SynopsisThe transition from student to newly registered nurse can be daunting but with the right preparation, you can step into your new role with confidence. This book provides valuable guidance on what to expect, practical strategies for easing the transition and advice for supporting your ongoing personal and professional development. Key features o Each chapter is mapped to the new 2018 NMC standards o A new chapter on contemporary trends in nursing covers digital skills, peer facilitation, integrated working and more o Self-assessment tools and reflective activities help you to examine your competencies and identify goals for your development o A chapter on health and wellbeing illustrates the importance of self-care and recommends strategies to reduce stress and build resilienceTable of ContentsChapter 1: Managing the transition from student to registered nurse - Angela Darvill and Catherine Croughan Chapter 2. Self-assessment of knowledge, skills and attitudinal values through critical reflection - Denise Major and Joanne Keeling Chapter 3: Transition focused reflection and personal development planning - Joanne Keeling and Denise Major Chapter 4: Looking after your health and wellbeing during role transition - Leyonie Higgins and Melanie Stephens Chapter 5: Learning theory for personal and professional development - Jacqueline Leigh and Tyler Warburton Chapter 6: Identifying and developing clinical leadership in relation to transition - Angelina Chadwick and Jacqueline Leigh Chapter 7: Transition support - Melanie Stephens and Susan H. Walker Chapter 8: Preparing for, developing and maintaining your nursing career - Andy Kay, Leyonie Higgins and Angela Darvill Chapter 9: Contemporary issues and trends in nursing - Melanie Stephens, Cristina Vasilica, Dilla Davis, Angela Darvill, Jacqueline Leigh and Craig Priestley

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an accessible overview of the care and management of people living with a long-term condition. Develop your skills and knowledge of the particularities of working with this group, including supporting self-care and self-management as well as providing care for those with complex needs, comorbidities and palliative care. Key features Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards Structured sequentially to follow the journey an individual with an LTC might take, from diagnosis through to palliative care Case students and activities relate theory and research to your own experiences and practice Table of ContentsChapter 1: Long Term Conditions Across the Lifespan Chapter 2: The Nurse-Patient Relationship in Long Term Conditions Chapter 3: Health Promotion in Long Term Conditions Chapter 4: Self-management in Long Term Conditions Chapter 5: Quality of Life and Symptom Management in Long Term Conditions Chapter 6: Managing Complex Care in Long Term Conditions Chapter 7: Palliative Care in Long Term Conditions

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Book SynopsisConsidering a career in nursing and want to understand what is involved? Ready to take the plunge and looking for advice on choosing a course and succeeding in your application? This book has been written for you. Why do you need this book? · Learn what it is like to be a nurse today and what you’ll need to get there, from personal qualities and values to practical work experience and entry requirements · Understand the different routes into nursing and how to choose the right field · Practical advice and activities help you to write a compelling application and practise for your interview · Top tips from students, lecturers and nurses provide an insight into what to expect from the process, and how to avoid common pitfalls Table of ContentsChapter 1: What is nursing today? Chapter 2: Do I have what it takes to be a nurse? Chapter 3: Entry requirements Chapter 4: Work experience and volunteering Chapter 5: What is involved in undertaking a nursing course? Chapter 6: Choosing the right field of nursing Chapter 7: The application process and choosing the right university Chapter 8: Preparing for the selection day Chapter 9: Numeracy and literacy tests Chapter 10: The selection day Chapter 11: What happens next

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Book SynopsisThis practical book equips you with the digital capabilities you need for your nursing studies and career. Whether you are a digital native or less confident with technology, the book develops your ability to harness digital tools and opportunities to enhance your nursing practice. From using technology for better communication, collaboration and participation to honing your technical skills, the book instils the digital mindset you need as a 21st century nurse. Key features: · Mapped to HEE’s Digital Capability Framework · Structured around opportunities for self-assessment and reflection to help you identify the areas that require work · Focuses on the capabilities specifically needed for the nursing role, using activities and case studies to highlight their application to practice · Covers topical issues such as digital wellbeing, online professionalism, data protection and more Trade ReviewWith the growth of technology and the rapid uptake of digital innovations in healthcare, it is only logical for us as student nurses to become familiar with and proficient in digital skills. This book, perfectly summarises the importance of the digital world, how it supports nursing practice, its potential and how we as professionals, can use it safely and effectively. I think it is an essential asset to every student nurses bookshelf! -- Karolina Staniecka, @karolinaviolet, student nurseTable of ContentsChapter 1: Why digital capabilities are essential for nurses Chapter 2: Digital toolkit - devices, platforms and tools to support your practice Chapter 3: Looking after the digital wellbeing of yourself and others Chapter 4: Harnessing the potential of your digital collaborations Chapter 5: Unleashing your digital creativity to enhance person-centred care Chapter 6: How digital curation enhances nursing practice Chapter 7: Digital innovation in healthcare Chapter 8: Your ongoing digital development

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Book SynopsisAcutely ill adults present in a variety of settings and caring for them is a key part of the nursing associate role. This book equips you with the skills and knowledge to assess the acutely ill adult and manage their care. Each chapter follows a case study of a patient presenting with an acute illness, working step-by-step through their assessment and care whilst drawing on relevant pathophysiology, pharmacology and evidence-based practice. Written in clear language specifically for the nursing associate, this is your perfect introduction to the world of acute care. Key features Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) Introduces a range of commonly encountered acute illnesses across different body systems A unique case study approach uses real-world practice scenarios to make understanding the complex theory, pathophysiology and pharmacology much easier Focuses specifically on the requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confident professional practitioner Table of ContentsChapter 1: Developing your practice as a newly qualified nursing associate Chapter 2: Assessment and Resuscitation of the acutely ill adult patient Chapter 3: The acutely ill respiratory patient – Asthma Chapter 4: The acutely ill cardiac patient – ST Elevation Myocardial Infract (STEMI) Chapter 5: The acutely ill neurological patient – Ischemic Stroke Chapter 6: The acutely ill endocrine patient – Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) Chapter 7: The acutely ill gastro-intestinal patient – Upper GI Bleed Chapter 8: The acutely ill renal patient – Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) Chapter 9: The acutely ill trauma patient – Road Traffic Accident (RTA) Chapter 10: The acutely ill post-operative patient – Post-operative complication Chapter 11: The acutely ill sepsis patient – Sepsis

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Book SynopsisCommunication Skills is an accessible textbook for nursing and healthcare students seeking to understand the concept of communication and to develop their communication skills. Through clear explanations, case studies and activities, the book will help you to understand the principles of communication and develop your own skills for your healthcare practice. You will learn: Why communication is fundamental to nursing and health care How to communicate in assessing, planning, providing and managing care How to communicate in promoting health and in therapeutic interventions How to communicate in difficult situations How to communicate with a diverse range of people How communication is used to improve patient safety This book will help you to demonstrate your communication skills and develop your proficiency in nursing and health care. Essentials is a series of accessible, introductory textbooks for students in nursing, health and social care. New and forthcoming titles in the series: The Care Process Communication Skills Leadership Mental Health Promoting Health and Wellbeing Study Skills Trade Review‘Each chapter explores a clearly defined topic, with concise learning objectives and key points sandwiching the chapter. Aside from the traditional usage of the index page to navigate to a specific topic, the learning outcomes mean you can delve into a certain section if you aren’t reading cover to cover, with more context applied than using solely the index. Activities to facilitate the reader’s comprehension are scattered throughout the book, but in a logical, non-disruptive manner as opposed to thrown in for the sake of filling a page. The activities fit the flow of information and provide opportunities for reflection and critical thinking (both important skills to develop in themselves). Chapters are followed with further reading and reference lists. Communication Skills is pleasant to use and read, not too simplistic, not too wordy, nor with too many references distracting from the learning points. All in all there’s a lot of value packed into this seemingly simple book, that will stay relevant throughout any healthcare course and career.’ Student reviewerTable of ContentsAbout the authors; Introduction 1. Communication as a concept Kay Norman and Erica Pavord 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Defining communication 1.3 Communication frameworks 1.4 The transmission model 1.5 The transactional model 1.6 Channels of communication 1.7 Self-awareness in communication 1.8 Reflective practice Summary 2. Communication skills in assessing, planning providing and managing care Pádraig Ó Lúanaigh 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Verbal and non-verbal communication 2.3 Active listening and appropriate questioning 2.4 Emotional vocabulary 2.5 Caring conversations 2.6 Brief interventions 2.7 Duty of candour 2.8 Written communication 2.9 Social media and electronic communication 2.10 Sharing information effectively Summary 3. Communication skills in promoting health Alison Lewis 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Assessing motivation for change 3.3 Explaining and evidence-based approach to health 3.4 Strategies for disseminating information 3.5 Addressing common health risk behaviours Summary 4. Communication skills for therapeutic intervention Erica Pavord 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Developing a therapeutic relationship 4.3 Motivational interviewing 4.4 Reminiscence therapies 4.5 De-escalation strategies and techniques 4.6 Distraction and diversion strategies Summary 5. Communication skills in difficult situations Louise Carter 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Demonstrating compassion and sensitivity 5.3 Communication vulnerability and ageing 5.4 Sensory impairment 5.5 Aphasia 5.6 Dementia 5.7 Breaking bad news Summary 6. Communication and diversity Naomi A. Watson 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Embracing diversity 6.3 In what ways are we diverse? 6.4 Communicating with diverse colleagues Summary 7. Communication skills for teamworking Kay Norman 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Strengths-based approaches 7.3 Negotiation strategies 7.4 Collaborative working 7.5 Organisational culture 7.6 Dealing with team conflict 7.7 Supervising others Summary 8. Communication for patient safety Val Nixon 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Development of patient safety 8.3 Incident reporting 8.4 A human factors approach to patient safety 8.5 Learning from errors Summary Index

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Book SynopsisA handy pocket guide to help learning disability student nurses prepare for their practice placements. Learning disability nursing placements can be daunting – you’ll be working in a range of settings and supporting vulnerable individuals with a variety of learning disabilities. There are new colleagues to work with, and newly learned nursing theory to put into practice. This pocket guide is designed to make your placements much more enjoyable and less stressful. From augmentative and alternative communication to safeguarding, via positive behaviour support, it’s full of practical detail, hints and tips. Written by a team of students, lecturers and practising learning disability nurses – this guidance is really produced with you in mind. Pocket-sized format – carry it with you at all times. Space to make your own notes – be it uniform policy, new terminology, or just the names of your new colleagues! Reduce your stress and make the most of your placements by having this book to hand from the start.Trade ReviewAn excellent resource for Learning Disability Nursing students going into placement. ‘This pocket guide is a clear and helpful aide-memoire for students embarking on placement, particular those in first year. It contains space for them to add relevant local information, and will support them to make the most of the opportunities available to them and get the best practice learning experience.’ Amazon reviewerTable of ContentsBefore we start 1. Top tips from current LD student nurses Getting there 2. Preparing for placement 3. Absence from placement 4. The NMC Code 5. Person-centred care 6. Capacity, consent and safeguarding 6.1 Mental capacity 6.2 Consent 6.3 Safeguarding 7. Guidance on social media Settling there 8. Induction and first day 9. Working with those supervising your practice 10. Common documentation 11. Communicating with people with LD Being there 12. Personal safety 12.1 Hand hygiene 12.2 Moving and handling 12.3 Challenging behaviour 13. Fundamental skills 13.1 Assessment 13.2 Care planning 13.3 Constipation management 13.4 Managing challenging behaviour 13.5 Medication management 13.6 Mental health 13.7 Observations 13.8 Palliative care 13.9 People with autism 13.10 Reasonable adjustments 13.11 Risk assessments 13.12 Working with children 14. Basic Life Support 15. Common emergencies 15.1 Epilepsy 15.2 Sepsis 15.3 Choking 15.4 Sending a person with LD to A&E 16. Pain and pain assessment 17. Common groups of medications Moving on from there 18. Reflection 19. Quick references 20. FAQs 21. Useful websites for LD nurses

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Book SynopsisA clinical pocket reference provides key information that a healthcare practitioner will require on placement and in practice, selected by experienced teachers/practitioners, clearly written and presented, drawn from a wide range of different sources, packaged in an easily accessible portable format suitable for pocket or mobile devices. Creating a person-centred environment for care lies at the heart of all clinical practice. This resource will provide support and information for nursing and nursing associate students and all qualified nurses, no matter what their experience. It will also support other healthcare professionals caring for and supporting adults and their families, including those working in nursing and care homes and in the community. The resource works within the context established by McCormack and McCance in their Person-Centred Nursing Framework, the DH 6Cs strategy, the NMC Code, and the new practice and proficiency standards provided by the NMC from 2018/19. This resource: encourages safe, confident nursing with a holistic approach; emphasizes person-centred care between individuals and you the practitioner whatever your role; supports communication between individuals, promoting physical and psychological wellbeing of the person; encourages reflective practice. Updated content includes more on nutrition and hydration, latest thinking and research on person-centred care and initiatives, mental health and learning disability.Table of Contents1: Introduction; 2: Nursing care: What is nursing care? Person-centred care, Fundamentals of care, Therapeutic nurse-patient relationship, Person-centred evidence-based practice, Clinical decision making, The nursing process, Professional regulation, The 6Cs; 3: Compassion; 4: Care: Emotional and psychological care, Spiritual care, Sexuality, Caring for an older person, Caring for the person living with frailty, Caring for a person with mental health needs, Caring for a person with a learning disability, Caring for a person with dementia, Care of the person with cognitive impairment; 5: Communication: Person-centred communication, Documentation, Consent and mental capacity, Confidentiality, Discharge planning, The Patient's Voice, Public health and health promotion, Digital health, Professionalism and using social media, Working in a team; 6: Competence: Hand hygiene, Comfort and hygiene, Nutrition and assisting with eating, Hydration and assisting with drinking, Assisting with elimination, Assisting with stoma care, Assisting with wound care; 7: Courage: Safeguarding, Raising concerns/whistleblowing; 8: Commitment: Reflection, Caring for ourselves; Websites and further information

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Book SynopsisEffective record-keeping is essential to health care. This book is a handy pocket-sized guide to keeping good health records that treats the process as an integral part of your everyday practice.Every healthcare practitioner is expected to record their interactions with a patient in the patient's health record, and this pocket guide is full of practical detail about: what a health record is and what its purpose is how health records are managed who has access to health records the importance of maintaining a patient''s health record best practice in keeping records Written by an experienced lecturer with input provided by current nursing students, this guidance is produced with you in mind and you can carry it with you at all times!

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Book SynopsisDementia is an accessible introductory textbook that will help to improve the quality of care provided to people with dementia. It is aimed primarily at nursing, health and social care students who are seeking to understand dementia and to become rounded practitioners.Through clear explanations, examples, case studies and activities, the book will help you to support and care for people with dementia whenever you meet them in your practice. You will learn: What dementia is and how its various forms are diagnosed and treated How to provide person-centred care and how to support family carers How to apply key principles in communicating with a person living with dementia About key legal, ethical and safeguarding issues including capacity, decision-making and risk How dementia and comorbid conditions interact and what challenges comorbid conditions present in the care of people with dementia Best practice in end-of-life care and support for people with dementia and their families Written by a team of highly experienced practitioners and researchers in dementia care, this book will help you to improve your understanding of dementia and to provide high-quality care and support to people with dementia and their families and carers.

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Book SynopsisStudy Guide to Accompany Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Nursing Care, Tenth EditionCreated in conjunction with Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Patient-Centered Care, Tenth Edition, this valuable Study Guide helps students review and apply important concepts to prepare for exams—and their nursing careers! Assessing Your Understanding provides a variety of exercises such as matching and fill-in-the-blank questions to help students retain key information. Applying Your Knowledge challenges students with critical thinking questions, reflective practice exercises to help cultivate QSEN competencies, and patient care studies. Practicing for NCLEX provides multiple-choice and alternate-format questions to help students review content and become familiar with the NCLEX format.

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Book SynopsisFeel confident in your nursing calculations skills! This easy-to-use textbook provides you with everything you need to know to improve your calculations skills and pass your exams first time. Whether you’re preparing for your final year calculations exam, or for a numeracy test to get onto your chosen nursing degree, this book will help you through it all, breaking down the often challenging mathematics into clear and simple guidelines. There are hundreds of questions to practice with and a collection of scenario-based activities that show you how calculations skills are used in day-to-day nursing practice. It also includes... over 360 practice questions in the book and an extra 500+ questions free to use online an interactive website offering further support, self-testing, and mobile study a diagnostic chapter to help you identify areas you need to work on all new activities, scenarios and case studies reflecting up to date nursing situations Table of ContentsChapter 1: Diagnostic assessment Chapter 2: Essential numeracy requirements for nursing Chapter 3: Quantity conversions for nurses Chapter 4: Fluid balance and maintenance Chapter 5: Drug calculations Chapter 6: Calculating intravenous rates Chapter 7: Calculations and children Chapter 8: Exam skills and revision exercises

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Book SynopsisDavis Advantage for Wilkinson’s Fundamentals of Nursing, 5th Edition is a complete, integrated solution that combines an easy-to-read, two-volume textbook with an innovative online program to drive student success in the Fundamentals course. An access code inside new, printed textbooks unlocks an ebook, as well as access to Davis Advantage. Or, choose the all-digital Instant Access option which includes the ebook and immediate access to Davis Advantage.ONLINE (Davis Advantage) Using a unique and proven approach across a Learn-Apply-Assess continuum, Davis Advantage’s personalized learning, clinical judgment, and quizzing assignments engage students; help them make the connections to key Fundamentals topics; and prepare for Next Gen NCLEX® success. Davis Advantage aligns seamlessly with the textbook and equips instructors with actionable analytics to track students’ progress, remediate where needed, and facilitate an active learning environment.LEARN—Personalized Learning The foundation of the Davis Advantage platform, the Personalized Learning assignments help students make the connections to must-know content. Students are assessed on their comprehension of key topics from the text, and then are guided through animated mini-lecture videos and dynamic activities to reinforce learning and practice applying their knowledge. APPLY—Clinical Judgment Clinical Judgment assignments challenge students to think critically and make informed decisions to achieve the best patient outcomes. Each case study presents real-life, complex clinical situations that mimic the new Next Gen NCLEX® format and align with the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model, helping them to build the clinical judgment skills needed to be practice-ready nurses and to prepare for the Next Gen NCLEX® with confidence. ASSESS—Quizzing Quizzing assignments uses NCLEX®-style questions for assessment and remediation. Questions cover the same topics and concepts as the textbook to assess students’ comprehension, providing the additional practice students need to test their knowledge, master course content, and perform well on course and board exams. PLUS! Brand-new, stand-alone Bowtie and Trend questions provide students with even more practice answering these new, individual item types.Table of ContentsUnit 1 How Nurses Think1. Evolution of Nursing Thought & Action2. Clinical Judgment3. The Steps of the Nursing Process4. Evidence-Based Practice: Theory & Research5. Ethics & ValuesUnit 2 Factors Affecting Health 6. Life Span: Infancy Through Middle Adulthood7. Life Span: Older Adults8. Experiencing Wellness: Health & Illness9. Stress & Adaptation10. Promoting Psychosocial Health11. Promoting Family Health12. Caring in Multicultural Healthcare Environments13.Spirituality14. Experiencing LossUnit 3 Essential Nursing Action 15. Communicating & Therapeutic Relationships16. Patient Education17. Interprofessional Partnerships: Documenting and Reporting18. Measuring Vital Signs19. Health Assessment20. Promoting Asepsis & Preventing Infection21. Promoting Safety22. Facilitating Hygiene23. Administering MedicationsUnit 4 Supporting Physiological Functioning 24. Nutrition25. Urinary Elimination26. Bowel Elimination27. Sensation, Perception, & Response28. Pain29. Activity & Immobility30. Sexual Health31. Sleep & Rest32. Skin Integrity & Wound Healing33. Oxygenation34. Circulation & Perfusion35. Hydration & Homeostasis36. Caring for the Perioperative PatientUnit 5 Nursing Functions 37. Nursing Informatics38. Community & Home Health Nursing39. Legal Accountability40. Leading & Managing

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