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Book SynopsisCovering a range of topics, from helping understand what tutors and mentors expect, how to plan work, and coping with stress, this title helps to support undergraduates across all aspects of student life.Trade Review"This is an excellent and inspirational book for those embarking on a nursing course. The content provides a host of useful and indispensable information for all nursing pathways.” Nursing Standard, January 28 :: vol 23 no 21 :: 2009 Amazon: 'This book is great!!! I take it everywhere I go' 'superb guide for getting started as a pre-registration student' 'full of information you may not want to ask about' 'incredibly pragmatic advice for new students' 'full of handy hints and guidance about placements' 'like a really kind friend or mentor holding your hand when you get nervous'Table of ContentsBecoming and being a nurse. Nursing models. Academic work. Clinical placements. Basics of nursing. Tools of the trade. Cracking the code.. Safe and accurate administration of medicines. Reading and understanding research. Reflective practice and portfolios. Legal issues for students.. Final thoughts. Useful books. Appendices

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing 2 How to ask the right question 3 Searching the literature 4 Using evidence from qualitative studies 5 Using evidence from quantitative studies 6 Using evidence from mixed methods studies 7 Using evidence from systematic reviews 8 Evidence-based guidelines 9 Using research evidence in making clinical decisions with individual patients 10 How can we develop an evidence-based culture? Glossary

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION 1 ANATOMY AND REPRODUCTION SECTION 2 PREGNANCY SECTION 3 LABOUR SECTION 4 PUERPERIUM SECTION 5 THE NEWBORN BABY Appendix 1 Drugs (Medicines) Appendix 2 An Aid to Calculations Used in Midwifery Practice Appendix 3Normal Values in Pregnancy Appendix 4 Glossary of Selected Terms

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1 Frameworks for Practice 2 Administration of Medicines 3 Blood gases and profiles 4 Blood Glucose Monitoring 5 Pulse and Blood Pressure 6 Blood Transfusion 7 Body Temperature 8 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Anaphylaxis 9 Care after death 10 Catheterisation: Urinary 11 Cardiovascular risk assessment 12 Chest auscultation 13 Chest Drainage: Underwater Seal 14 Diagnostic Investigations 15 ECG: set up and recording 16 Administration of Suppositories and Enema 17 Eye Care and Administration of Eye Drops 18 First Aid: physical 19 Fundamental Care 20 Skin Integrity 21 Infection prevention and management 22 Intravenous therapy/devices 23 Lumbar Puncture 24 Mental Health 25 Mouth Care/Oral Hygiene 26 Neurological Assessment and seizure management 27 Nutrition 28 Oxygen Therapy and humidification of gases 29 Patient Admission, Transfer and Discharge 30 Preoperative Nursing Care 31 Postoperative Nursing Care 32 Pulse Oximetry 33 Rectal Examination and manual evacuation 34 Recognizing and responding to signs of abuse 35 Respiration, including nebulisers and inhalers 36 Stoma Care 37 Tracheostomy Care 38 Care of the Patient with Impaired Consciousness 39 Venepuncture 40 Wound Care

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Introduction - outlining child protection climate today - current issues and challenges 2. Defining, understanding and assessing the abuse of children 3. Understanding Child sexual abuse 4. Impact of austerity, poverty and cuts and understanding child neglect 5. Understanding domestic violence 6. Cultural competency and contemporary challenges (FGM, forced marriage, prevent, asylum seeking minors) 7. Child and parental mental health within the context of child protection 8. Child protection and disabled children 9. Institutional abuse 10. The legal context - to include kinship care, new guardianship etc. Perhaps also include discussion around power and advocacy 11. Benefits and challenges of social media 12. The assessment challenges 13. Organizational culture and challenges to working together 14. Involving children and families in the child protection process - to include material on case conferences 15. The court process, to include role of guardian (and criminal proceedings?) 16. Challenges to working with parents (to include content from current chapters 24 and 25 and include disguised compliance) 17. Communicating with children in the child protection process 18. Working with children who have experienced trauma (to include living away from birth parents/attachment) 19. Working with adult survivors of trauma 20. Supervision and support for staff involved in child protection 21. Key themes and future directions

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSymbols used in this book Formulae used in this book 1. A review of relevant calculations 2. Dosages of oral medications 3. Dosages of medications for injection 4. Intravenous infusion 5. Paediatric dosages 6. Revision of nursing calculations 7. Sample numeracy test 8. Answers Index

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Book SynopsisWhen employed as a substitute for real clinical time, simulation scenarios have proven effective in bridging the gap between theory and practice. This acclaimed text for nursing faculty provides detailed, step-by-step guidance on all aspects of clinical simulation. Appropriate for all levels of nursing students, from pre-licensure to doctoral level, the book contains the authors' own advice and experiences working in simulation around the globe.For the third edition, 20 new scenarios have been added, for a total of 57. All scenarios have been updated to adhere to best-practice simulation standards for design, facilitator and participant criteria, interprofessional criteria, and debriefing processes. Scenarios are presented in a structured format that includes objectives, pre-scenario checklists, implementation plans, evaluation criteria, debriefing guidelines, and recommendations for further use. A template for creating scenarios spans the text and includes student preparatio

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Book SynopsisBeyond Health Capacity: Spatial Practices in Inclusive Design sheds light on the systemic challenges communities with limited access to medical support and health maintenance have endured. It emphasizes how approaching medical interventions through non-traditional health facilities can positively impact health's social and environmental impact. Health capacity is an emerging consideration for optimizing a building design to meet health criteria based on physical, virtual, historical, or social space. These emerging practices can be focused on by interrogating the role of planning, construction, and urban design in addressing public health needs, alongside considering access and social justice as an agency in design. This book reflects on past and present efforts interrogating the practical application of inclusive design practices in resolving the spatial challenges of health reform.By focusing on examples experienced during the pandemic and after, each chapter offers an overview documenting these experiences as approaches to these new competencies, reimagining urbanism around health, and proposing new criteria for the future of healthcare.Essential for students and practitioners working in architecture, community planning, urban design, landscape architecture, and public health.

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Book SynopsisWritten by a group of multi-professional authors, this fully updated third edition builds on the success of this classic text. The book explores a number of key areas for prescribers, including prescribing within a multidisciplinary team context, consultation skills, ethical and legal issues surrounding prescribing, the psychology and sociology of prescribing, and applied pharmacology. Among the other topics featured are monitoring skills, medicines concordance, evidence based prescribing, prescribing within a public health perspective, calculation skills, prescribing in dermatology, and minimizing the risk of prescribing errors. Each chapter has been revised and additional chapters on antimicrobial prescribing, education and training to become a prescriber, and a new section on renal impairment have been added. This book is an essential resource for both new and experienced prescribers and anyone undertaking the non-medical prescribing (NMP) programme including nurses, pharmacists, alTrade Review'I am delighted that the third edition of Independent and Supplementary Prescribing: An Essential Guide is now published. It all began with Neighbourhood Nursing report which I chaired in 1986, which was hugely valuable for community nurses, GPs, but above all the patients. With the strong support of The Royal College of Nursing, and others like Matt Griffiths and Molly Courtenay, it became embedded as an idea and a practice. Like all good ideas it grew, and other professions can now prescribe but healthcare changes fast and we must keep up-to-date. So, I warmly welcome this third edition building on the popularity of the first two. This book is essential reading for non-medical practitioners undertaking the prescribing course along with medical students learning to prescribe. With such valuable advice and educational materials the future is bright for better care for patients and skilled practitioners.' Baroness Julia Cumberlege, CBE, DL'This book offers good discussion on pertinent topics for prescribers, including good communication skills, ethical and legal issues, influences on prescribing habits, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, research studies and statistical interpretation, and some useful information on disease states and prescribing for them.' Judith Klevan, Doody's ReviewsTable of Contents1. Non-medical prescribing: An overview Molly Courtenay and Matt Griffiths; 2. Non-medical prescribing in a multidisciplinary team context Barbara Stuttle, Sam Sherrington and Dianne Hogg; 3. Consultation skills and decision making Gary Morris and Anne Baird; 4. Legal aspects of independent and supplementary prescribing Mark Gagan; 5. Ethical issues in independent and supplementary prescribing Jo Taylor and John Adams; 6. Psychology and sociology of prescribing Angel Chater and Hannah Family; 7. Applied pharmacology Kat Hall and Michele Cossey; 8. Monitoring skills (asthma, diabetes, renal impairment) Sharon Sturney, Sian Bodman and Sally Haslam; 9. Promoting concordance in prescribing interactions Sue Latter; 10. Evidenced-based prescribing Gerry Morrow; 11. Independent/supplementary prescribing: A public health perspective Sarah O'Brien; 12. Calculation skills Alison Eggleton; 13. Prescribing in practice: How it works Polly Buchanan; 14. Minimising the risk of prescribing error Cate Whittlesea; 15. Prescribing for undergraduate students Rosemary Lim and Molly Courtenay; 16. Antimicrobial prescribing Enrique Castro-Sanchez.

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Book SynopsisPerson-centred Practice in Nursing and Health Care is a comprehensive and practical resource for all nurses and healthcare practitioners who want to develop person-centred ways of working.Trade Review"The book is a simple and easy read. However, it clearly states the importance of patient-centered practice and is filled with pertinent examples of how readers can use this framework in every nursing/healthcare setting." (Doody Enterprises, 2016)Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Foreword xiii Acknowledgements xv 1 Introduction 1 Brendan McCormack & Tanya McCance Section I: A framework for person-centred practice 2 Underpinning principles of person-centred practice 13 Brendan McCormack & Tanya McCance 3 The Person-centred Practice Framework 36 Tanya McCance & Brendan McCormack Section II: The building blocks to enable person-centredness 4 Person-centred approaches: a policy perspective 67 Jon Glasby 5 Person-centredness in nursing strategy and policy 77 Annette Solman & Val Wilson 6 Person-centred nursing leadership 86 Shaun Cardiff 7 Person-centred nursing education 99 Deirdre O’Donnell, Neal Cook & Pauline Black 8 Person-centred research 118 Belinda Dewar, Aisling McBride & Cathy Sharp Section III: Developing person-centred cultures: a practice development approach 9 An overview of practice development 133 Kim Manley 10 Creating flourishing workplaces 150 Jan Dewing & Brendan McCormack 11 Helping health-care practitioners to flourish: critical companionship at work 162 Angie Titchen & Karen Hammond 12 Navigating organisational change: being a person-centred facilitator 172 Famke van Lieshout Section IV: Adapting the principles of person-centred practice 13 A narrative approach to person-centredness with older people in residential long-term care 183 Catherine Buckley 14 Person-centred health services for children 193 Val Wilson & Annette Solman 15 Meeting the challenges of person-centredness in acute care 205 Christine Boomer & Tanya McCance 16 Person-centredness, recovery and user involvement in mental health services 215 Marit Borg & Bengt Karlsson 17 Weathering the seasons of practice development: moving towards a person-centred culture incomplex continuing care 225 Nadine Janes, Barbara Cowie, Jennifer Haynes, Penney Deratnay, Shannon Burke & Barbara Bell 18 Person-centred community nursing 236 Caroline Dickson 19 Person-centredness in palliative care 248 Antonia Lannie & Lorna Peelo-Kilroe 20 A considered reflection and re-presenting the Person-centred Practice Framework 259 Tanya McCance & Brendan McCormack Index 265

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Book SynopsisClinical Nursing Skills at a Glanceis the must-have study and revision guide for pre-registration nursing studentsand newly qualified practitioners alike, providinga visual summary of the essential aspects of clinical nursing skills and procedures.The core platforms of professional practiceapplicable to nursing adults in a variety of clinical settingsareemphasisedthroughout the text, includingcareplanning,assessment, management,prioritisationand co-ordinationof care. Designed to allow rapid reference to critical information,the bookisdividedinto 12 sectionsorganisedaround systems of the body,witheachchapterdescribinga specific clinical skill.Withhigh-quality imagesthroughout, applications to practice, a review quiz,redflags'highlighting important aspects to consider in the clinical environment,and reflectingcurrent NMCstandards of proficiency for registered nurses, thisnewevidence-basedguide: Allows easy access tothe necessary knowledge and skills required by nurses toprovidequality careDiscussesgeneral principles of care applicable to all,includingverbal and non-verbal communication,record keeping,and admission and discharge proceduresCovers mandatory skills such as basic life support, infection control, andmedicine managementIncludes access toa companion website featuring interactive multiple-choice questions, case studies,andlinks toadditional resources Offeringsuperb illustrations, up-to-date information, and a reader-friendlyapproach,Clinical Nursing Skills at a Glanceis aninvaluableresource for pre-registration nursing students as well as newly qualified nurses, healthcare assistants, and allied healthcare professionalslookingto expand their knowledge of nursing skills and procedures.Table of ContentsList of contributors viii Acknowledgement ix About the companion website x Part 1: 1 Introduction: the setup of this book and how to use it 2 Part 2: Principles of skills 3 2 Care planning and the nursing process 4 3 Communication – fundamentals 6 4 Record keeping 8 5 Communication – de- escalation 10 6 Communication – difficult conversations 12 7 Informed consent 14 8 Privacy and dignity 16 Part 3: Mandatory skills 19 9 Moving and handling 20 10 Moving and handling: turning in bed, transfers, and hoisting 22 11 Basic life support 24 12 The choking patient; the recovery position 26 13 Infection control 28 14 Medicine management 30 15 Injection technique 32 16 National early warning score (NEWS) track and trigger system 36 Part 4: Neurological skills 39 17 Assessing level of consciousness 40 18 Assessing pupil reaction and limb strength 44 19 Assessing cognition 46 20 Pain assessment 48 21 Neurovascular assessment 50 22 Assessing and managing seizures 52 Part 5 Respiratory skills 55 23 Assessing and managing the airway 56 24 Respiratory assessment 58 25 Monitoring oxygen saturations 60 26 Arterial blood gas analysis 62 27 Chest auscultation 64 28 Peak expiratory flow rate 66 29 Administering oxygen 68 30 Nebulisers and inhalers 70 31 Tracheostomy care 72 32 Chest drain management 74 Part 6: Cardiovascular skills 77 33 Taking a pulse 78 34 Blood pressure 80 35 Temperature assessment 82 36 Non- invasive circulatory assessment 84 37 Central venous pressure monitoring 86 38 Electrocardiogram 88 Part 7: Gastrointestinal skills 91 39 Nutritional screening 92 40 Supporting eating and drinking 94 41 Nasogastric tube insertion 96 42 Enteral feeding 98 43 Management of diarrhoea 100 44 Management of constipation 102 45 Administration of suppositories and enemas 104 46 Stoma care 106 Part 8: Genitourinary skills 109 47 Urinalysis 110 48 Continence assessment 112 49 Urinary catheterisation 114 50 Catheter care 116 51 Catheter removal 118 Part 9: Musculoskeletal skills 121 52 Assessing tone and ability to mobilise 122 53 Venous thromboembolism assessment and risk reduction 124 54 Anti- embolic stockings 126 55 Musculoskeletal minor injuries: assessment and treatment 128 56 Falls – prevention, assessment and management 130 57 Stabilisation: neck collar 132 58 Care of the patient with spinal cord injuries – log roll 134 Part 10: Integumentary skills 137 59 Personal hygiene 138 60 Personal hygiene – mouth and hair care 140 61 Pressure ulcer – prevention and management 142 62 Venous ulcer assessment 144 63 Wound dressing using aseptic non- touch technique (ANTT) 146 64 Burns management 148 65 Care after death 150 66 Management of surgical drains 152 67 Suture and staple removal 154 Part 11: Endocrine skills 157 68 Capillary blood glucose monitoring 158 Part 12: Circulatory Skills 161 69 Venepuncture 162 70 Cannulation 164 71 Intravenous fluid therapy 166 72 Fluid balance monitoring 170 73 Blood transfusions 172 Index 174

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface to the second edition vii Acknowledgements viii How to use your textbook ix About the companion website xi Part 1 Anatomy and physiology 1 1 The history of wound care 2 2 Anatomy and physiology of the skin 4 3 Psychological and social aspects of the skin 6 4 Body image 8 5 The skin and ageing 12 Part 2 The normal healing process: acute wounds 15 6 Haemostasis 16 7 Inflammation 18 8 Proliferation (granulation and epithelialisation) 20 9 Maturation 22 10 Factors affecting wound-healing 24 Part 3 The abnormal healing process: chronic wound healing 27 11 The impaired healing process 28 12 Factors affecting wound-healing 30 13 Nutrition and wound-healing 32 14 Incontinence and wounds 34 15 Vascular disease 36 Part 4 Wound management in practice 39 16 Assessment of skin 40 17 Assessment of the patient with a wound 42 18 Classification of wounds 46 19 Legal and ethical aspects of wound care 48 20 Documenting wounds and keeping records 50 21 Evidence based practice 52 22 Treatment options 54 23 Pain management 56 Part 5 Dressing selection 59 24 Principles of wound management I 60 25 Principles of wound management II 61 26 Managing wound exudate: moist wound healing, hydration and maceration 62 27 Generic wound products: mode of action 64 28 Choosing a wound care product 68 29 Use of topical antimicrobials and antibiotics 70 30 Application of lotions, creams, emollients and ointments 74 31 Advanced technologies 76 Part 6 Complexities of wound care 79 32 Pressure redistribution equipment 80 33 Pressure ulcer classification and prevention 82 34 Pressure ulcers 86 35 Venous leg ulcers 88 36 Lymphoedema 90 37 Compression therapy 92 38 Arterial ulcers 94 39 Assessing for arterial disease: ankle–brachial pressure index and toe–brachial pressure index 96 40 Interpreting ABPIs 100 41 Diabetic foot ulcers 102 42 Moisture lesions 106 43 Surgical wounds 108 44 Traumatic wounds 112 45 Burns and scalds 114 46 Atypical wounds 116 47 Wounds in different populations 118 48 Malignant wounds and palliative wound care 120 Glossary 124 References and further reading 126 Index 128

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Book SynopsisCited in the 2015 Willis review on nurse education as an exemplary system-wide approach for supporting learning in practice, Collaborative Learning in Practice (CLiP) is an innovative coaching model that empowers students to take the lead in their practice through creating positive learning cultures. Collaborative Learning in Practice provides a detailed description of the CLiP model and explains how coaching can be integrated into a range of learning conversations. Written by an experienced team of practitioners, this unique text describes the theoretical basis of the CLiPmodel, highlights potential pitfalls and successes, and offers practical guidance on implementation. A wealth of real-world case studies demonstrates how the CLiPmodel works in a range of professional and practice settings, considering healthcare education, research and leadership. This authoritative book: Provides an overview of the innovative CLiP model of practice-based learning, linked to the NMC standards for student supervision and assessmentOffers numerous real-life examples of how to implement and evaluate CLIP in practiceExplores the use of reverse mentoring to update and share knowledge collaborativelyDiscusses how coaching approaches such as GROW and OSCAR can enhance learning experiencesIncludes access to online learning tools including self-assessment tests, additional practical scenarios and case studies, and links to further reading Developing practitioner knowledge and skill through an accessible, reader-friendly approach, Collaborative Learning in Practice is an essential resource for nursing and allied healthcare educators, nursing and healthcare students, and practice mentors, supervisors, and assessors in clinical environments.Table of ContentsCollaborator Biographies xiii Foreword xix Acknowledgements xxiii Abbreviations xxv About the Companion Website xxvii Introduction 1Kenda Crozier, Charlene Lobo and Rachel Paul References 4 Glossary 5 Part I Evolution of CLiPTM 7 1 Changes in Practice Learning 9Kenda Crozier and Charlene Lobo Regulation of Nurse and Midwifery Education 9 The Return of the Apprentice 13 Clinical Practice Education 13 Establishing a Quality Learning Environment 15 References 17 2 Models of Practice Learning 20Kenda Crozier Practice Education 20 Practice Educator Roles 22 Faculty and Clinical Educators in Practice Settings 23 UK Mentorship Model 25 Hub and Spoke Models 28 The Student Perspective 29 Dedicated Education Units and Clinical Clusters 31 Real-Life Learning Wards 33 References 34 3 The CLiPTM Model 39Charlene Lobo and Jonty Kenward Domains of CLiP 43 Organisation of Learning 43 Coaching Philosophy 46 Principles of CLiP 47 Collaboration 47 Real-Life Learning 50 Time to Teach and Time to Learn 53 Stepping up and Stepping Back 55 Feedback and Assessment 57 References 61 4 System-Wide Approaches to CLiPTM 64 4.1 The South West CLiPTM Community Cluster Project 65Jane Bunce Background and Drivers 65 Why CLiP? 65 Project Overview 66 How Was CLiP Implemented in the Pilot Sites? 66 What Worked Well in the Pilot? 67 What Were the Main Challenges? 68 What Did We Decide we Would Do Differently Following the Pilot? 68 References 69 4.2 Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Implementation of the CLiPTM Model of Supervision 70Jonty Kenward Background and Drivers 70 Key Aims 71 Implementation 71 What Worked Well on Implementation 73 What Were the Main Challenges? 73 Top Tips 74 References 74 4.3 James Paget University NHS Foundation Trust Implementing the CLiPTM Model in Maternity Care 75Kenda Crozier, Jodie Yerrell and Kirsty Tweedie Introduction 75 How Was CLiP Implemented? 75 Timeline 79 Top Tips 79 References 80 5 Coaching Theory and Models 81Rachel Paul Coaching Theory 82 The Psychodynamic Coaching Approach 84 Cognitive Behavioural Coaching 86 Thinking errors to be aware of as a coach, educator, or student 89 Solutions Focused Coaching 90 Person-Centred Coaching 92 Gestalt and Coaching 93 Narrative Coaching 94 Psychological Development in Adulthood and Coaching 94 Positive Psychology 95 Being resilient…bouncebackability 96 Transactional Analysis 96 Some Conclusions 98 Key coaching skills and templates to experiment with 99 References 101 6 Evaluation 1036.1 Plymouth University 104Graham Williamson, Adele Kane and Jane Bunce Background 104 Study 1: Collaborative Learning in Practice: A Systematic Review and Narrative Synthesis of the Research Evidence in Nurse Education 105 Study 2: ‘Thinking like a Nurse’. Changing the Culture of Nursing Students’ Clinical Learning: Implementing Collaborative Learning in Practice 107 Study 3: Investigating the Implementation of a Collaborative Learning in a Practice Model of Nurse Education in a Community Placement Cluster: A Qualitative Study 109 Study 4: Student Nurses, Increasing Placement Capacity and Patient Safety. A Retrospective Cohort Study 111 Summary and Key Messages 112 References 113 6.2 University of East Anglia 115Antony Arthur, Rebekah Hill and Michael Woodward Is it Better Than What We Did Before? The Challenge of Evaluating New Models of Practice Learning 115 References 116 Part II Coaching Application 117 7 Introduction to Coaching in Practice 119Rachel Paul and Charlene Lobo Language of Coaching 120 Thinking Errors 124 ‘Clean’ Language 124 Re-Phrasing 128 The Learning Journey 129 Having Difficult Conversations 131 References 134 8 ‘A Coaching Day’ 135Rachel Paul, Charlene Lobo and Jonty Kenward Scenario 1: Beginning the Shift, Managing and Negotiating Student-Led Learning 137 Scenario 2: One-to-One Supervision – Using a Coaching Approach to Assess/Make Judgements About Student Competence/the Level of Supervision Needed 143 Scenario 3: Checking in Midway Conversation 146 Scenario 4: End of a Shift – Using Coaching Approaches to Giving Feedback 150 9 Acute Adult Care – Orthopaedic and Trauma Ward 154Rachel Paul, Charlene Lobo and Helen Bell Scenario 1: A Positive Perspective of the ‘Failing Student’: Helping Students Understand Their Development Needs and Action Planning to Meet Them 156 Scenario 2: ‘There is no such thing as a failing student’ 161 Scenario 3: Solution-Focused Conversations and Supporting the Student’s Emotional Intelligence to Help Turn a Negative Situation into Positive Learning 164 10 Community Nursing Case Study 169Rachel Paul, Charlene Lobo and Theresa Walker Community Nursing – City Team A 170 Scenario 1: Unconfident Student, Overcoming Obstacles to Learning 171 How the Situation Was Resolved 176 Scenario 2: Team Discord, Facilitating Teamworking 177 Scenario 3: Using Coaching Approaches in a Crisis 181 What Made This Incident Important to Learn From? 185 Clear Acknowledgement of Their Own Life Experiences as a Basis for Learning 185 11 Maternity Case Study 187Kenda Crozier, Rachel Paul and Charlene Lobo Scenario 1: Balancing Student-Led Learning and Client Care Needs 188 Timeline for the Student Journey 193 Scenario 2: Increasing Confidence 194 Scenario 3: Supporting Development and Action Planning 198 References 201 12 Mental Health 202Rachel Paul, Charlene Lobo, Ronald Simpson and Helen Bell Scenario 1: Managing a Disgruntled Student 204 Scenario 2: Managing Resistance to Learning 207 Scenario 3: Developing Team Support in an Unfair World 210 Scenario 4: Who Cares for the Supervisors? 214 References 218 Conclusion 220Kenda Crozier, David Huggins, Charlene Lobo and Rachel Paul The Importance of Sustainable Systems of Student Support 220 Increasing Student Numbers 221 Preparation for Coaching 223 Clinical Educator and Link Lecturer Support 224 New NMC Standards 224 Partly Applying the Model 225 Lessons Learned 226 Recommendations 227 References 228 Index 230

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Book SynopsisPERSON-CENTRED CARE IN RADIOGRAPHY A helpful guide to patient and person-centered care in radiography, with a particular focus on interpersonal and communication skills Person-centred Care in Radiography: Skills for Providing Effective Patient Care explores the complex interpersonal skills that are required of practitioners and medical imaging professionals which ensure high-quality service is given to person-centred care in radiography. The textbook is also written by a team of expert authors, and grounded in the team's own research, as well as their involvement with the Heads of Radiography Group, the Association of Radiography Educators, the Collaborating Centre for Values-based Practice in Health and Social Care, and the College of Radiographers. The textbook contains a broad range of additional learning features, including case studies, student exercises, annotated further readings, and chapter summaries. Diagrams and illustrations are used throughout the book to provide visual representation of the concepts presented. Learning activities are also included throughout the book to encourage readers to self-discover and reflect and then apply their learning to their own role. Person-centred Care in Radiography includes detailed information on and discussion of: Values, developing resilience, defining compassion, pain and suffering, and professional behaviors and cultureScenarios developed by service users based on real-life practice, to demonstrate the impact of the professional's behavior on the care receivedDiversity of service users, the role of carers, conceptual frameworks, interpersonal communication skills and communicating with patients beyond introductionsValues-based practice, compassionate practice, theoretical models for patient-centered care in radiography and reflections to help readers move forward Targeted at all staff working within diagnostic and therapeutic radiography clinical departments and educational institutions, Person-centred Care in Radiography, can be used in both radiography education by students and educators and by qualified staff who wish to reflect on their own patient care and develop their skills.Table of ContentsList of Contributors v Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Ruth M. Strudwick and Emma Hyde Section I Understanding Ourselves 7 Chapter 2 Exploration of Your Own Values 9 Ruth M. Strudwick, Ann Newton-Hughes, and Jane M. Harvey-Lloyd Chapter 3 Developing Resilience 16 Jane M. Harvey-Lloyd Chapter 4 What Is Compassion? 24 Amy Hancock, Jane Gooch, and Jill Bleiker Chapter 5 Pain and Suffering 34 Ann Newton-Hughes, Amy Hancock, and Jill Bleiker Chapter 6 Professional Behaviours and Culture 46 Ruth M. Strudwick and Amy Hancock Section II Understanding the Service User 59 Chapter 7 Diversity of Service Users 61 Jane M. Harvey-Lloyd, Jane Gooch, and Ruth M. Strudwick Chapter 8 The Role of Carers 68 Jane M. Harvey-Lloyd and Ruth M. Strudwick Chapter 9 A Conceptual Framework for Understanding Compassion in Radiography 73 Amy Hancock and Jill Bleiker Chapter 10 Interpersonal Communication Skills 82 Jane M. Harvey-Lloyd and Emma Hyde Chapter 11 Is There More to Communicating with Patients than #Hellomynameis? 94 Jane Gooch Chapter 12 Values-Based Practice 101 Ruth M. Strudwick and Ann Newton-Hughes Chapter 13 Compassion in Practice 109 Amy Hancock and Jill Bleiker Chapter 14 Theoretical Models for Person-centred Care in Radiography 124 Emma Hyde Chapter 15 Reflection on the Books and Skills Learned 137 Ruth M. Strudwick Appendix A Organisational Measures of Patient Centred Care in Imaging Departments 139 Appendix B Pause and Check Audit Tool for Measuring Patient-Centred Care in Diagnostic Radiography (for use in Projection Radiography, Including Mammography) 144 Index 151

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface vii Introduction ix Acknowledgements xiii Section One Understanding Reflection 1 1 What Is Reflection? 3 2 Human Factors 21 3 Models of Reflection 33 4 Reflection And NMC Revalidation 51 Section Two Learning Through Reflection 65 5 Writing Reflectively 67 6 Improving Care Through Reflection 85 7 Critical Reflection 101 8 Reflective Assignments 113 Section Three Reflection In Practice 129 9 Case Study 1 – Newly Qualified Nurse 131 10 Case Study 2 – Nursing Associate 137 11 Case Study 3 – Mental Health Nurse 141 12 Case Study 4 – Qualified Nurse 145 13 Case Study 5 – Learning Disability Nurse 151 14 Case Study 6 – Midwife 155 15 Reflection In Practice – Reflective Journal Extract 159 Answers 163 Index 171

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Book SynopsisDr Alistair Hewison is Senior Lecturer at the Department of Nursing at the University of Birmingham, UK. He has undertaken a number of roles including Head of the School of Health Sciences, Head of Nursing and Director of Postgraduate Studies. He has published widely on nursing, management and policy in scholarly journals and book chapters. Yvonne Sawbridge is Senior Fellow at the Health Services Management Centre at the University of Birmingham, UK. She has enjoyed a wide and varied career across all aspects of the NHS. Before joining the University of Birmingham she was Director of Quality and Nursing in a large PCT involved responsibility for a range of portfolios. She has worked closely with practice based commissioners; local authority partners-particularly in the Children's Trust and Adult and Children's Safeguarding Boards and several providers both statutory and third sector, such as local Hospices. She has also presented at numerous conferences to both clinical and Trade ReviewExploring the concept of compassion in nursing practice, this book examines compassionate care, the culture of compassion, and its connectedness with quality healthcare … The audience is nurses in all aspects of the profession: education, practice, and research. Compassion in nursing is relevant in nursing curriculum to educate and mentor students … The book is useful to nursing managers exploring a culture rich in compassionate care and meaningful support and advocacy of its nursing professionals. * Kathy M. Forrest, Doody's Book Reviews *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Context of Compassion 1. Compassion in Care-the Policy Response 2. Compassion as a Philosophical and Theological Concept 3. Compassion in Nursing: A Concept Analysis 4. What Compassion Means: the Person and Family Perspective 5. Healthcare Culture and Intelligent Kindness in Practice 6. The Components of Compassion 7. Improving Patients' Experience: The Point of Care Programme 2007-2014 8. The Emotional Labour of Nursing 9. Managing for Compassion 10. Restorative Supervision-Implications for Nursing 11. Compassion, Emotional Labour, and Public Service in the United States Conclusion: What Next for Compassion in Nursing?

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Book SynopsisMental wellbeing is an integral part of being, and feeling, healthy, and it is estimated that one in four people will suffer from some form of mental illness during their lifetime. In spite of this, it is often overlooked in mainstream healthcare. The overall aim of this book is to provide knowledge and understanding of how mental health affects human beings from conception through to end-of-life, and the challenges that society as a whole has to address in the treatment of mental health. Beginning with an exploration of historical, social and cultural contexts, the book then goes on to discuss mental health care, and mental health promotion, during pregnancy and early parenthood, childhood, adolescence and young adulthood, adulthood for both men and women, and in older people. Containing reflective exercises, the chapters are designed to provide an easily-accessible and engagingly-written introduction to mental health. Containing chapters that can be read and reviewedTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. A Historical Review of Mental Health 2. Mental Health Within Society and Societies 3. Mental Health, Ethnicity and Ethnic Groups 4. Mental Health During Pregnancy and Early Parenthood 5. Mental Health During Childhood 6. Mental Health During Adolescence and Young Adulthood 7. Mental Health in Adult Men 8. Mental Health in Adult Women 9. Mental Health in the Aged Population

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a highly accessible introduction to anatomy and physiology. Written for students studying the subject for the first time, it covers the human body from the atomic and cellular levels through to all the major systems and includes chapters on blood, immunity and homeostasis.Logically presented, the chapters build on each other and are designed to develop the reader's knowledge and understanding of the human body. By the end of each chapter, the reader will understand and be able to explain how the structures and systems described are organised and contribute to the maintenance of health. Describing how illness and disease undermine the body's ability to maintain homeostasis, this text helps readers to predict and account for the consequences when this occurs.Complete with self-test questions, full colour illustrations and a comprehensive glossary, this book is an essential read for all nursing and healthcare students in both further and higher eTable of ContentsChapter 1. Atoms, elements and compounds Chapter 2. Cells, tissues and organs Chapter 3. Homeostasis Chapter 4. Skeletal system Chapter 5. Blood Chapter 6. Immunity Chapter 7. Cardiovascular system Chapter 8. Blood pressure Chapter 9. Respiratory system Chapter 10. Renal system Chapter 11. Digestive system Chapter 12. Nervous system Chapter 13. Endocrine system Chapter 14. Reproductive system

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION 1: REFRESHER MATH. 1. Relative Value, Addition and Subtraction of Decimals. 2. Multiplication and Division of Decimals. 3. Solving Common Fraction Equations. SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION TO DRUG MEASURES. 4. Metric, International (SI) System. 5. Unit, Percentage, Milliequivalent, Ratio,and HouseholdMeasures. SECTION 3: CALCULATING DOSAGES FROM MEDICATION LABELS AND SYRINGE CALIBRATIONS, AND SAFE MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. 6. Oral Medication Labels. 7. Safe Medication Administration. 8. Hypodermic Syringe Measurement. 9. Reading Parenteral Medication Labels. 10. Reconstitution of Powdered Drugs. 11. Measuring Insulin Dosages. SECTION 4: DOSAGE CALCULATIONS. 12. Ratio and Proportion. 13. Dimensional Analysis/Units Conversion. 14. Formula Method. SECTION 5: DOSAGE CALCULATION FROM BODY WEIGHT AND BODY SURFACE AREA. 15. Adult and Pediatric Dosages Based on Body Weight. 16. Adult and Pediatric Dosages Based on Body Surface Area. SECTION 6: INTRAVENOUS CALCULATIONS. 17. Introduction to IV Therapy. 18. IV Flow Rate Calculation. 19. Calculating IV Infusion and Completion Times. 20. IV Medication and Titration Calculations. 21. Heparin Infusion Calculations. SECTION 7: PEDIATRIC MEDICATION CALCULATIONS. 22. Pediatric Oral and Parenteral Medications. 23. Pediatric Intravenous Medications.

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Book SynopsisI would definitely recommend this book to all staff with an interest and involvement in intravenous drug therapy. The Pharmaceutical Journal There is no doubt that nurses will find this small book useful. It should be available for consultation in any clinical area where drugs are administered to patients by the injectable routes. Journal of Clinical Nursing The safe administration of injectable medicines is key to patient safety. The NPSA recognises the use of injectable medicines is a high risk activity and recommends written information about injectables to be available at the point of preparation. The UCL Hospitals Injectable Medicines Administration Guide is a practical, accessible guide covering many important aspects of administering medicines by injection. It provides clear, concise information on the preparation and administration of over 245 injectable medicines for adults, paediatrics and neonates. It isTable of ContentsThird edition editorial board viii Contributors ix Acknowledgements x Preface xi Section A 1 1 Introduction 1 2 Overview 2 2.1 Organisation of information in the Guide 2 2.2 Sources of information and disclaimer 3 3 UCLH policies 4 3.1 Responsibilities of professional staff at UCLH 4 3.2 Preparation of injectable medicines on wards, clinics and departments at UCLH 5 4 An overview of intravenous therapy 6 4.1 When is intravenous therapy appropriate? 6 4.2 Drug factors that influence the choice of route 7 4.3 Disadvantages of intravenous administration 8 4.4 Routes of intravenous administration 9 5 Factors affecting patency of intravenous sites 11 5.1 Factors increasing failure of intravenous sites 11 5.2 Factors decreasing failure of intravenous sites 11 5.3 Occlusion of central venous catheters 11 6 Methods of intravenous administration 12 6.1 Intravenous bolus 12 6.2 Intermittent intravenous infusion 13 6.3 Continuous intravenous infusion 13 6.4 Preparation and administration of intravenous medicines 14 6.5 Aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT) 15 7 Extravasation of injectables: overview and management advice 17 7.1 Patient factors affecting extravasation 17 7.2 Medicine factors affecting extravasation 17 7.3 Administration factors affecting extravasation 21 7.4 Overall risk for extravasation 21 7.5 Treatment of extravasation 21 8 Flushing cannulae, catheters and administration sets 24 8.1 Flushing between medicines 24 8.2 When not to flush 24 8.3 Flushing catheters and cannulae not in use 25 8.4 Flushing with heparin 25 9 Infusion pumps 26 9.1 Pumps used at UCLH 26 9.2 Volumetric pumps 26 9.3 Syringe pumps 26 9.4 Pumps for ambulatory use 27 9.5 Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps 27 9.6 Target-controlled anaesthesia (TCI or TIVA) pumps 28 10 Administration of injectables in primary care 29 10.1 Self-caring patients 30 11 Formulation and presentation of injectables 31 11.1 Medicines that require reconstitution 31 11.2 Preparations in solution requiring further dilution before use 32 11.3 Preparations available ‘ready to use’ without further dilution 32 11.4 Preparations available ‘ready to administer’ 32 12 Pharmaceutical aspects of injectable administration 34 12.1 Displacement values 34 12.2 Sodium content 34 12.3 Drop size 35 12.4 Layering 35 12.5 Fluid restriction 35 13 Factors influencing medicine stability and compatibility of injectable medicines 37 13.1 Degradation 37 13.2 Precipitation 38 13.3 Binding of medicines to plastics 38 13.4 Destabilisation of parenteral emulsions 39 13.5 Leaching of plasticisers 39 13.6 Blood and blood products 40 14 Allergic reactions to injectables 41 14.1 Latex allergy 41 15 Compatibility of drugs in a syringe driver for subcutaneous use 43 16 Risk assessment of injectables and risk reduction 45 16.1 Risk assessment 45 16.2 Risk reduction 47 17 Useful resources 49 17.1 Websites 49 17.2 Further reading 50 Section B 51 User guide 51 Monographs in alphabetical order 67 Index of monographs 333

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Book SynopsisNow in its second edition,Law and Ethics in Nursing and Healthcare: An Introductioncontinues to provide all the information nursing and healthcare students need to know about what is legal' and how to decidewhat is right' in order to practise safely and ethically. Graham Avery focuses directly on the vital areas such as negligence, consent, confidentiality, and professional conduct with a practical and accessible approach aimed at healthcare students as well as practitioners.Key features include: a new chapter onDeprivation of Liberty Safeguards. Up-to-date information related to the Health and Social Care Act 2012 and the Francis Report. Real life case studies to helpstudentsthink critically about difficult clinical situations. End-of-chapter scenarios activities with suggested answers toreinforce knowledge. Qualified as a Registered Nurse and holding an MA in Medical Law and Ethics,Graham AveryTrade ReviewThis comprehensive text clarifies the legal and ethical system and relates it to the current healthcare environments. Each chapter can be read in isolation and is illuminated with legal case histories. This book is relevant to both students and qualified staff and the scenarios are useful to practice knowledge gained. -- Sheila Stott, Northumbria University, UKThe 2nd Edition of Law and Ethics in Nursing and Healthcare is an excellent introductory text for students from a range of disciplines not just nursing. The content provides a detailed exploration of the key legal and ethical issues relevant to contemporary healthcare practice. The text enables students to gain the necessary legal and ethical knowledge which underpins the development of professional competencies relating to professional conduct, standards of practice, maintaining confidentiality, gaining consent, mental capacity, and best interest decision making. -- Dr. Elizabeth Ann Mason, Bangor University, UKAn excellent book, which comprehensively covers all aspects of law and ethics in easy to read chapters. Certainly a book you can pick up and use when needed. It covers up-to-date information including the Francis Report and the Health and Social Care Act of 2012. Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards has also been added to this edition. It clarifies many issues that those working in Healthcare face. -- Ibadete FetahuTable of ContentsThe UK legal system An introduction to healthcare ethics Professional conduct Negligence Consent Mental health Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Children Resource allocation Confidentiality End of life decisions

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Book SynopsisHelps you to learn normal structure and function of the body, and summarizes the common disorders found in various body systems. This book emphasises on medical vocabulary, helping you understand key terms before you learn anatomy. It includes a wide array of features that simplifies physiology concepts.Table of ContentsIntroduction to the Human Body Chemistry, Matter, and Life Cell Structure and Function Tissues and Membranes Integumentary System Skeletal System Muscular System Nervous System Sensory System Endocrine System Cardiovascular System: The Heart Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels Cardiovascular System: Blood Lymphatic System and Body Defense Respiratory System Digestive System Metabolism and Nutrition Urinary System and Body Fluids Reproductive System Development Answers for Quick Check Questions Answers for Vocabulary Quizzes Glossary of Clinical Terms and Disorders Glossary of Word Parts Glossary of Abbreviations General Glossary

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide helps nursing students and other healthcare professionals promote and improve the health and wellbeing of those with mental health problems by looking closely at the disparities that people with mental health problems face in relation to their physical health. It includes:Evidence-based techniques such as motivational interviewing and promoting physical activity.MCQs at the start of each chapter for readers to test their knowledge.Reflection points, activities and case studies to link theory to practice.Summaries of key messages to take away.This is essential reading for all nursing students and healthcare professionals.Trade Review′This book is a valuable resource for many people within the healthcare field. It is neatly divided into two parts; context within current UK policy and issues within practice areas. Many key areas are covered with multi-choice questions to enhance the learning for the reader. A contemporary, essential read.′ -- Keith Ford′This contemporary textbook is a valuable asset to all mental health practitioners. It offers well-defined, clear descriptions with information around common physical health problems. Exploration is offered around these fundamental issues within a mental health context, which is supported with clear evidence based approaches, to underpin the skills and interventions practitioners can use within their clinical practice.′ -- Angie Chadwick′Development of knowledge and skills in physical healthcare is crucial for all mental health practitioners. This comprehensive and contemporary text incorporates the key factors involved in addressing the physical health needs and wellbeing of people with mental illness and is relevant for all mental health professionals.′ -- Sonya Chelvanayagam′Bradshaw and Mairs set the standard for usability and practicality in their new text. Learning outcomes, organizing questions, reflection points and activities, engage the reader and ensure that learning takes place. Application of their material will make a substantial contribution to provider confidence and health care outcomes of those served.′ -- Helen Buckland′This is an invaluable and much-need contribution that recognises the importance of ‘parity of esteem’ between mental and physical health, enhances knowledge of such co-morbid health problems, and offers client-centred approaches to address health behaviour change. This is a must-read text for all practitioners working across all areas of healthcare.′ -- Rob Allison‘This well-written textbook is an important resource for mental health care professionals. I think it will provide valuable guidance for professionals working, teaching and studying in the field. This book emphasizes the significance of a holistic approach and is highly recommended for those in the field.’ -- Ronelle Jansen′Written by Tim Bradshaw and Hilary Mairs, two Manchester University academics with expert, practical experience in the sector, anyone with an interest in mental health and healthcare issues more generally will find this new book, relevant and required reading. The authors adopt a clear evidence-based approach throughout the book which looks at a range of issues to promote and improve the health and well-being of those with mental health problems by closely examining the disparities that people with mental health problems face in relation to their physical health. It is helpfully divided into two parts; context within current UK policy and issues within practice areas. Chapters 7 to 9 will be of particular interest to researchers and practitioners in health inequalities as it offers a series of evidence-based strategies to address those lifestyle factors including diet, exercise and smoking that lead to poor physical health, and impact on mental health. A very useful and practical textbook that will engage those with an interest in the mental health field.′ -- David SparrowTable of ContentsPart one: Mental and physical health in context Chapter one: Concepts of health and current health policy - Dr Tim Bradshaw Chapter two: Physical health in people with mental health problems - Dr Tim Bradshaw Chapter three: Signs and symptoms of common physical health problems - Pat Conaghan Part two: Primary, secondary and tertiary prevention Chapter four: Assessing and monitoring physical health - Pat Conaghan and Nigel Henderson Chapter five: Physical health of young people at high/ultra-high risk for psychosis - Rebekah Carney and Joseph Firth Chapter six: Protecting the cardiovascular and metabolic health of people experiencing psychosis for the first time - Dr David Shiers Chapter seven: Promoting physical activity - Joseph Firth and Rebekah Carney Chapter eight : Smoking cessation - Dr Tim Bradshaw Chapter nine: Weight management - Dr Jackie Cleator and Dr Tim Bradshaw Chapter ten: Conducting health checks using the serious mental illness Health Improvement Profile [HIP] - Dr Jacquie White Part three: Overcoming common barriers to health and wellbeing Chapter eleven: Activation for physical and mental well-being - Dr Hilary Mairs Chapter twelve: Motivational Interviewing for Positive Lifestyle Choices - Ian Wilson

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Book SynopsisThe third edition of this popular introductory textbook has been revised to provide a totally up-to-date and hands-on guide to the practical aspects of health promotion. Focusing on the range of skills needed to become an effective practitioner, it takes readers step-by-step through the different settings in which health promotion takes place and the various tools they might employ, including chapters on health promotion through the lifespan, one-to-one communication, working with groups, advocacy, social media, workplace settings and planning and management. As well as incorporating the most recent government policies and initiatives in public health, there is new and expanded material on issues such as community initiatives and alliances, social media, health literacy, understanding health behaviours, stress in the workplace and much more. Throughout the text there are activities to develop students’ understanding and encourage reflective practice. Each chapter opens with a list of the central issues and learning objectives which are reinforced with real-life case studies. The key terms highlighted are clearly explained and checklists dispersed throughout the book, enabling practical application. The new edition of Practical Health Promotion will continue to be the ideal and indispensable guide for students at all levels. It will inspire anyone involved with health care to find practical ways of promoting change.Trade Review"This excellent book will be of interest to a wide range of health promoters including nurses, doctors and public health practitioners. This accessible book focuses on a range of skills needed to become an effective practitioner. I recommend it as essential reading for students and practitioners concerned with promoting health."Dr Michael C. Watson, Trustee, Institute of Health Promotion and Education. "Each chapter is as rich as the next. This is the book I have been waiting for. It is perfectly academically balanced to initiate and stimulate students and put them into action in regards to practical applications in Health Promotion."Ginette P. Michel, Laurentian UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction PART I Health Promotion Needs Assessment 1 Health Promotion and Public Health 2 Epidemiological Tools for Health Promotion 3 Understanding Health and Illness Behaviours 4 Health Promotion through the Lifespan PART II Defining Health Promotion Strategy: Health Promotion Methods 5 One-to-One Communication 6 Health Promotion with Groups 7 Mass Media 8 Print Media 9 Electronic Media and the Internet 10 Advocacy PART III Defining Health Promotion Strategy: Settings in Health Promotion 11 Community Settings 12 Health Facility Settings 13 The Workplace Setting 14 Settings Used by Children and Young People 15 Institutional Settings PART IV Implementation, Evaluation and Reflection 16 Planning and Management of Health Promotion 17 Evaluation and Reflection

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Book SynopsisA clear, accessible and evidence-based introduction to effective decision-making in nursing. It discusses the processes and frameworks that support clinical reasoning and applies theory and knowledge to the nursing context. Activities and case studies provide regular opportunities to apply theory to practice with real-world examples of decision making in action encourage students to reflect on and draw from their own lived experiences. The book has been carefully developed to support students in meeting the NMC Future Nurse Standards of Proficiency and draws from many of the lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic, making it a rich learning resource for all student and qualified nurses.Trade ReviewThis book is a valuable resource as I embark upon qualification to the professional nursing register. ‘Understanding Decision-Making in Nursing Practice’ provides an in-depth, nuanced view of the evidence-based processes required for clinical reasoning and how to make sound judgments in nursing practice. The ‘activity’ sections throughout the book provides the reader with further literature and resources providing an outlet for further critical thinking and independent learning. -- Telaid AlawTable of ContentsPart 1 Decision Making: Theory and Practice Chapter 1 Principles of Decision Making for Practice - Karen Holland and Debbie Roberts Chapter 2 Making Decisions as a Student: Decision-Making Opportunities - Debbie Roberts Chapter 3 Using Evidence for Decision-Making - Joanne Cleary-Holdforth and Therese Leufer Chapter 4 Reflection and Learning from Decision Making - Debbie Roberts Chapter 5 Ethical Issues and Decision Making in Practice - Marcia Kirwan Chapter 6 Communication Skills and Decision Making in Practice - Jenni Templeman and Karen Holland Part 2 Decision Making in Practice Chapter 7 Decision Making in Mental Health Nursing - Tony Warne and Gareth Holland Chapter 8 Decision Making in Children’s and Young People’s Nursing Practice - Angela Darvill and Natalie Robinson Chapter 9 Decision Making in Learning Disability Nursing - Louise Cogher and Dale Nixon Chapter 10 Decision Making in the Field of Adult Nursing - Deborah Atkinson and Jane McGrath Part 3 Decision Making for Health care Chapter 11 Decision Making for Risk Assessment and Patient Safety in Practice - Angela Williams Chapter 12 Decision Making in Complex Situations in Practice - Melissa Corbally and Karen Holland Chapter 13 Decision Making for Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health in Practice - Stephen Prydderch and Daniel Lucy Chapter 14 Decision Making and Nursing Education in a Global Pandemic - Debbie Roberts and Karen Holland

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Book SynopsisProvides final year nursing students with comprehensive guidance on how to make the leap from student to registered nurse, helping you to master the skills needed to progress from supervised to professional practice. Packed with key information, theory and advice, this book covers essential topics such as leadership and management, decision-making, professional development, assessment, law and ethics. It also provides you with an insightful overview of global nursing, exploring the issues of nurse migration and outlining the specific requirements for registering as a nurse in countries outside of the UK. To further support your learning, the book includes engaging activities that encourage you to use critical reflection, real-life example scenarios to help improve your decision-making, and references to the author’s personal experiences of professional development.Trade ReviewBurton and Ormond’s second edition reestablishes their book as the ‘go to text’ for both students and lecturers exploring the essential elements of transition to nurse registration. The book continues to provide ‘on point’ accessibility with carefully laid out sections and activities – but, most importantly, this subject has been brought up to date in the quickly changing health sector. The content contains an impressive range of content from ethics, teaching and learning to global partnerships working. Links to both the most recent NMC guidelines, and essential literature that has been published since the first edition, makes this a recommended text for any individual or nursing cohort. -- Dawn MorleyThis second edition of the successful nursing textbook, Transition to Professional Practice is designed to support both the student nurse who is preparing for registration or the newly qualified Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registrant. Each chapter addresses a pertinent professional issue, to strengthen understanding and promote personal development. These include topics such as being in charge, and accountability and the law. The new edition has been reviewed and updated to reflect current health policy, such as NHS Plan (2019) and the updated NMC (2018) education standards . Each chapter features useful activities to support and consolidate learning such as reflection points and case studies – it will therefore support both the NMC revalidation processes for registered nurses of all fields, as well as providing a comprehensive, accessible resource for supporting the development of nurses at any stage of their career. -- Deborah C. CaseyThis is the book I wished I’d had as I transitioned from student nurse to Registered Nurse as I was handed the keys after being qualified 3 days and left in charge. However, that was then and this is now, thankfully. It addresses our current climate and culture and considers how newly registered nurses will equip themselves to work effectively in it, as confident , competent compassionate practitioners. I will be recommending this book to all my students and newly qualified nurses to utilise throughout Preceptorship and beyond. It expertly covers all the anxieties and concerns faced by a newly qualified nurse. It provides an opportunity for them to reflect on how far they have come during their training and a chance to think about where they would like to go during their career and consider the kind of nurse they want to be. The theories concepts and models are helpful tools and will undoubtedly help; importantly though this book combines theory with practical considerations allowing for individual personal growth and development. -- Jackie MurphyThis book, Edited by Dr. Rob Burton , and Dr. Graham Ormrod, will prove an invaluable guide to all student nurses transitioning to qualified status, and embarking on their careers in nursing. It is an essential read for all those who are developing into autonomous professionals in their chosen nursing fields and careers. Structured into chapters by eminent contributors, it is packed full of extremely useful critical discussion and analysis of policies, theories and learning materials, which the reader will find stimulates debate, reflection, and knowledge acquisition. I would thoroughly recommend that all nurses read this superb addition to the growing body of knowledge in professional transitioning. -- Dr. Warren Gillibrand′Overall, the book addresses an impressive range of topics from ethical-legal issues in healthcare, managerial functions, professional development, to safety and quality of care. It also includes up-to-date information about the fastchanging healthcare landscape and undertakes great efforts to bring an international perspective to ensure the relevancy of these topics for the readers. The topics are carefully laid out to highlight the pertinent issues faced by any new graduate nurses and the skillsets required for them to enter the healthcare workforce successfully. The book also contributes to the Singaporean nursing education literature by expounding the importance of 21st-century skillsets, such as critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and global mindset, deemed essential for these nurses to assume wider professional responsibilities and autonomy in the future... This book is recommended for all new nurses who wish to build their workplace confidence and resilience in order to achieve personal growth and professional development. Nurse educators can also use this book to develop effective strategies to help fresh graduates transition to their professional roles smoothly′ -- Vivian Tan & Sam Goh * https://journals.sfu.ca/jalt/index.php/jalt/index *Table of ContentsBecoming a qualified nurse - Rob Burton, Graham Ormrod and Angela Darvill Transition - Rob Burton, Graham Ormrod and Angela Darvill Improving safety and quality of care - Graham Ormrod and Rob Burton Accountability and ethical decision-making - Graham Ormrod, Nichola Barlow and Rob Burton Accountability, decision-making and the law - Graham Ormrod, Nichola Barlow and Rob Burton Leading, managing and working in teams - Rob Burton and Graham Ormrod Learning, teaching and assessment in practice - Rob Burton and Graham Ormrod Getting the job that you want - Graham Ormrod and Rob Burton Preparation for personal and professional development - Val Ely, Rob Burton and Graham Ormrod Global and international nursing - Rob Burton and Graham Ormrod Conclusion - Graham Ormrod and Rob Burton

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Book SynopsisNANDA-I supplement provides in-depth insights on current and upcoming nursing diagnoses This supplement to the NANDA International Nursing Diagnoses: Definitions and Classification, 2021–2023 (12th Edition) is a succinct, companion to the comprehensive textbook by T. Heather Herdman, Shigemi Kamitsuru, and Camila Lopes. The 12th edition is the definitive guide on nursing diagnoses, as reviewed and approved by NANDA International (NANDA-I), the leading professional organization that develops, researches, disseminates, and refines nursing taxonomy. This book is designed to give current users of the full text a “quick glance” into what is new in the latest edition and more in-depth information on key changes. Six introductory chapters provide insightful commentary on changes, including new nursing diagnoses, revisions to nursing diagnosis labels and diagnoses, and retired nursing diagnoses. The supplement also covers three types of clinical reasoning models—problem-focused nursing diagnosis, risk nursing diagnosis, and health promotion nursing diagnosis—which are enhanced by visual flow charts to give readers a better understanding of the essential steps required to make accurate diagnoses. Key Features Structured documentation for each of the 46 new diagnoses introduced to the 12th edition, including presentation of a model case, model case assessment, and a tabular overview of the diagnostic parameters, ultimate goal, outcome, and nursing actions related to the model case Explanation of standardized terminology changes used in nursing diagnostic indicators, including defining characteristics, related factors, and risk factors Discussion of conceptual issues the authors anticipate will require additional clarification in the upcoming 13th edition, including recommendations for modification This must-have supplement enhances understanding, supports education, and facilitates implementation of important diagnostic changes in daily practice. All practitioners, including nursing students, professional nurses, nurse educators, nurse informaticists, and nurse administrators, who utilize the primary text will benefit from reading this companion book. This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Table of ContentsPart 1 NANDA-I Definitions and Classification: What is new in the 12th edition? 1 What is new? 2 Issues and upcoming activities 3 Clinical reasoning models Part 2 Basic understanding of 46 New Nursing Diagnoses Domain 1. Health promotion Class 2. Health management Domain 2. Nutrition Class 1. Ingestion Class 4. Metabolism Domain 3. Elimination and exchange Class 1. Urinary function Class 2. Gastrointestinal function Domain 4. Activity/rest Class 2. Activity/exercise Class 4. Cardiovascular/pulmonary responses Domain 5. Perception/cognition Class 4. Cognition Domain 7. Role relationship Class 2. Family relationships Domain 9. Coping/stress tolerance Class 2. Coping responses Domain 11. Safety/protection Class 2. Physical injury Class 3. Violence Class 6. Thermoregulation Domain 13. Growth/development Class 2. Development

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Book SynopsisThe newly discovered diary of a wartime nurse - a fascinating, dramatic and unique insight into the experiences of a young nurse in the Second World War.'I always seem to be saying good-bye to men whom I might have loved had there been enough time...'1939: 18-year-old trainee nurse Mary Mulry arrives in London from Ireland, hoping for adventure. Little did she know what the next seven years would bring.In her extraordinary diary, published now for the first time, Mary records in intimate detail her life as a nurse, both on the Home Front and on the frontline. From nursing children during bombing raids in London to treating Allied soldiers in Normandy, Mary's experiences gave her vivid and unforgettable material for the private diary she was dedicated to keeping.Filled with romance, glamour and inevitably sadness, too, these are the rich memories of an irrepressible personality, living through the turbulent years of the Second World War.Trade ReviewWe know so much about Mary's war because she broke the rules. Keeping a diary was strictly forbidden while on active service, which makes Mary's remarkably complete account all the more exceptional * DAILY EXPRESS *Mary Morris's absorbing diary is a tonic to so many outsized histories of the second World War by those who had not been there. ....In pithy, occasionally sardonic entries, Morris builds a picture of the pity of war and, above all, the moral and material ruins of post-Hitler Germany, where she danced the nights away in Allied officers clubs but also got to know the stench of diphtheria ("so foul and sickly") and gangrene. The scenes of horror and distress she recorded are leavened by childhood reminiscences of the Connemara coast and the glories of whiskey fruit cake. * THE IRISH TIMES *Keeping a diary during active service was forbidden, so this book offers a rare insight into the important roles of nurses, both on the Home Front and the frontline during the Second World War from their own viewpoint. * WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE *Diaries transport us back to the events they describe with a vividness other sources cannot match. This diary, recently discovered in the archives of the Imperial War Museum, was kept by Irish nurse Mary Morris to record her experiences during and after the Second World War. Her strength of character and spirit shine through. ....day and night she faced the grim experience of nursing battle casualties. The constant hunger from insufficient rations, catching diphtheria, and being injured by shrapnel failed to daunt her. * NURSING STANDARD *Throughout it all, Mary's sense of humour and her high spirits rarely failed ... Mary is a talented writer and a humane observer of her remarkable experiences. Her diary is full of vivid, sometimes shocking vignettes ... [A] fascinating and deeply moving book * DAILY MAIL *A remarkable work ... [Mary] was a lucid observer of some of the most cataclysmic events in history * IRISH TIMES *

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Book SynopsisThis innovative workbook enables students and those working in health and social care to deepen their understanding of the values that underpin their practice. Rich in practical exercises and downloadable resources that invite the reader to engage with their own values, it explores how values, though not often reflected on, define the quality of care delivered.Supported by case studies and including a glossary of key terms and concepts, the workbook provides an overview of how values are adopted and adapted in professional contexts across health and social care services. With an emphasis on the ever-evolving nature of values, it examines professional ethics through the lens of legislation, codes of conduct, cost-effectiveness and whole-organisation management. This unique resource allows readers to gain a clearer picture of what their values are and how they can realistically implement them in their work, thus achieving the highest possible quality of care delivery.Trade ReviewThis excellent text deconstructs personal, professional and organisational values in a critical yet accessible manner that will suit students and experienced practitioners alike. -- Steven Pryjmachuk, PhD, Professor of Mental Health Nursing Education, University of ManchesterAnyone wishing to understand the relationship between values and the delivery of health and social care need look no further [than] this excellent workbook. -- Derek Sellman, Associate Professor, Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, CanadaThis thoughtfully crafted and interactive text has the power to transform understanding of values in health and social care. -- Dr Wilfred McSherry, Professor in Nursing, Staffordshire University, University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, and VID University College (Haraldsplass) BergenAccessible and engaging ... It offers clear explanation and a framework of activities that will enable readers to apply their learning and thinking in an immediately practical manner. -- Dr Teresa de Villiers, Social work practitioner and Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Cardiff UniversityHighly readable and engaging ... invaluable to educators who aspire to encourage thoughtful and inquiring approaches to learning and practice. -- Dr Lesley Baillie, Senior Lecturer in nursing, The Open UniversityTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Surfacing personal values: Identifying yourself. 2. Being a person who uses services. 3. Being a learner. 4. Becoming a professional. 5. Becoming a member of the team/organisation. 6. Becoming a leader/influencer/shaper. Conclusion. Glossary. References.

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Book SynopsisThis second edition of Best Practice in Professional Supervision is a fully updated and revised guide to being an excellent supervisor in the social care, nursing, counselling and allied health professions. This field has developed rapidly in the past 10 years, and this new edition contains essential updates reflecting the very latest research and practice. The book covers basic skills, the practicalities of forming and maintaining the supervision relationship, and the organisational context and culture of supervision. Viewing supervision as a place for learning, the book also considers how supervision can help practitioners to develop professional resilience and promote their own wellbeing despite the stresses of complex work environments. It also includes specific chapters on supervision of clinical student placements, and in child protection settings. Full of clinical case vignettes illustrating good practice, this is an essential guide for all those undertaking supervision, or supervision training.

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