Understanding Ethics for Nursing Students
Ethics have an significant impact on the decisions nurses make in their day-to-day work, so it's important for all student nurses to develop their understanding of ethical frameworks as preparation for future practice. In this book, the author explains ethical ideas, theories and concepts in simple to understand terms, focussing on real-life nursing situations in order to make applying these principles to practice easy. This book will make student nurses consider their own values, and how ethics fit into who they are and how they behave, helping them to unlock this interesting and complex subject. Key features: Fully mapped to the NMC Future Nurse standards of proficiency (2018) A practical guide that explores how ethics applies to nursing and shows you how the theory fits in to the realities of practice Contains real work case studies with an emphasis on ethical decision making Activities challenge students to reflect on their own values, experiences and prejudices and to think about how ethics fits in with who they are and how they behave
Improving Quality in Healthcare
This book is for anyone who is interested in improving quality in healthcare. It will appeal to those who are traditionally responsible for quality matters, as well as practicing clinicians and leaders. Unusually, it will also be as relevant to those who have the keenest interest in the quality of care - interested citizens. It is a deliberate antidote to the anti-intellectual, QI tool driven, mechanistic approach that still dominates much of healthcare quality improvement work. The authors - both of whom have extensive experience of working in and around quality issues in healthcare at a national, regional and local level - challenge such approaches, which they believe fail to take account of patient and organisational context and invite reductionism, cherry picking, atomisation of complex issues, leading ultimately to simplistic and unsustainable outcomes. Key features of the book: - An exploration of some of the often-overlooked and misunderstood core concepts of quality; their history and meaning in a contemporary context. - A framework to "question the work" using four interconnected conceptual domains as a valuable framework to consider improving quality and reducing failure demand. - Critical re-examination of the dominant approaches to change that are frequently adopted in "quality" work, many of which have been rooted in scientific management that have failed to live up to their promise - particularly transformational. - Exploring how an inter-disciplinary perspective can reframe aspects of quality thinking.
Fast Facts for the School Nurse, Fourth Edition
Fast Facts for the School Nurse provides quick access to information that busy school nurses need to practice competently and efficiently. Written by a nurse with more than 25 years of school nursing experience, this consistently organized reference offers straightforward guidelines to a range of daily tasks and nursing responsibilities. It provides clinical protocols for safe management of common childhood illnesses, accidents, and emergencies, along with legal and ethical considerations, documentation, and high-risk areas in school nursing practice. The fourth edition has been substantially revised. Of significance is the first chapter which provides Words of Wisdom from school nurses and self-help guidance. Included also is expanded coverage of mental health issues, gender identity and transgenderism, and drug use. Information on technology in the school health office will also be updated. In addition, the new edition features new information on the COVID-19 pandemic and its lasting influence on school nursing practice. The summary questions at the end of each chapter will provide readers with immediate feedback. Most school nurses are thrown into their positions with little or no experience or orientation to the school setting. Finding appropriate resources is difficult. Fast Facts for the School Nurse provides the concise and practical information needed for immediate school nurse performance and is suitable for both the nurse new to practice and the experienced school nurse. New to This Edition: Guidance in answering difficult questions posed by students, teachers, parents, and administrators. "Words of Wisdom" from school nurse colleagues and self-help suggestions for a healthier you. New chapter dedicated to the National Association of School Nurses' 21st Century Framework for School Nurse Practice(TM) New chapter on pandemic awareness, readiness, and steps a school nurse must take Expanded chapter on technologies for the school health office Updated information on mental health issues and awareness including depression, anxiety, stress Expanded chapter dealing with gender identify issues including transgender Additional information on use of marijuana and vaping Review questions at the end of each chapter (with answers and rationale) Key Features Addresses the five content components included in the National Certification Examination for School Nurses--health problems and nursing management, health appraisal, health promotion and disease prevention, professional issues, and special health needs Covers guidelines, management protocols, and care plans for childhood disorders, accidents, and emergency situations Includes new information on pandemic readiness and measures, mental health conditions, substance abuse, sexual orientation, and emerging technologies. Provides quick reference for health office set up, recommended immunizations, national health observances, and a handy month-by-month calendar
Holistic Practice in Healthcare
Holistic Practice in Healthcare Make holistic and person-centred practice a lived reality in any practice setting, improving patient care through application of the Burford NDU model Holistic Practice in Healthcare is the 30th anniversary review and development of a holistic model that enables practitioners, organisations, and educators to unleash their therapeutic potential and deliver patient-centred care. This model gives structure and direction to practice in a range of practice settings, and includes information on: Systems for tuning practitioners into the holistic vision, communicating holistic practice, and organising delivery of holistic practiceSystems for enabling practitioners to realise holistic practice and to live and ensure holistic qualityReflections from primary and associate nurses on using this holistic model at Burford and the Oxford Community Hospital, and on applying the model in an acute medical unit, community setting, and hospice settingEstablishing a learning culture to support holistic practice through leadershipContributions from professors Jean Watson and Brendan McCormack, highlighting the essential significance of holistic practice in the modern world Providing key insight from practitioners of the Burford NDU model, Holistic Practice in Healthcare is an essential resource for all nurses and healthcare professionals looking to become holistic practitioners.
Leadership for Nursing and Allied Health Care Professions
"Good leadership is more creative and satisfying than simply managing. But it takes a book as good as this to help us realise that. Wherever you are in your career - this book offers a great deal to inspire and to provoke thought. We could all learn from it."Nursing Standard"This book is timely. The increasing emphasis on the need for good leadership is signalled by the establishment across the world of new leadership development initiatives. In the United Kingdom, for example, this includes the new NHS National Leadership Council that will champion the transformation of leadership capacity and capability across the healthcare system. Effective leadership is crucial for improving the quality of care for patients and others and for developing staff. This highly readable and informative book, written by experts in the field, will be of interest to all nursing and allied health professionals, particularly those aspiring and emerging leaders."Professor David R Thompson, University of Leicester, UK"This is a book that all students studying leadership in health care have been waiting for. It provides an excellent broad perspective on aspects of leadership common to all disciplines. It aims to empower all health care providers to fully realise their potential as a leader and demonstrates how this can be achieved in reality. It is inspirational, exciting to read with its many different case studies, exercises to bring about reflection and should result in a more empowered and enlightened work force."Phil Halligan, University College Dublin, Ireland"With the increased focus on clinical leadership this book is a welcome addition to the vast array of leadership books currently available and will appeal to a wide range of practising clinicians looking for an introduction to the subject. The use of historical case studies allows comparison of leadership styles of a range of well known figures and sets the scene for an exploration of some of the multitude of leadership theories that are available in the literature ... Readers who are currently practising clinicians, regardless of profession, should use this opportunity to 'stand up and be counted' and to take forward the leadership agenda in their professions for the benefit of patients and inform future practice and knowledge."Mark Sewell, Postgraduate Student, University of Birmingham/University of Manchester, UK It is time to take stock, to promote and support our articulate and strategic thinkers, and to let them shine! This inspiring book is a wake-up call to nurses and allied health professionals to develop their leadership skills and to make a real difference to global health and social development. Veronica Bishop uses high profile historical case studies to illustrate the concept of leadership and put it into a context that is easily understood.The book demystifies the key elements of leadership, highlights the difference between leadership and management and identifies the essential components for successful leadership amongst health care professionals. The book incorporates: A new research based theory of leadership that embraces clinical excellence Educational and practice based concepts to support key leadership skills Case examples of real experiences Exercises for developing your own leadership skills at the end of each chapterContributions from experts from a wide range of countries and with diverse knowledge bases make a topic that is often presented as highly complex and 'out of reach' readily accessible. Leadership for Nursing and Allied Health Care Professions is key reading for all nurses and allied health care professionals aspiring to be leaders. Contributors: Sue Antrobus, Mary Lovegrove, Annie Macleod, Abigail Masterson, Dawn Freshwater, Iain Graham, Philip Esterhuizen, David Stanley, Mike Saks, Veronica Bishop, T...
Nursing Management in the Context of Quality
The conception of this work was the result of the research experiences of the organizers in health institutions involving the themes of quality, patient safety and hospital accreditation. The reading and the study start with Primary Health Care and the importance of this dimension to ensure the guarantee of care to the clientele, in line with the principles of the SUS. The chapters extend to the discussion of quality in the hospital environment, treating the process of hospital accreditation in Brazil, with experiences and practical experiences of professionals and organizations in the achievement of excellence. To achieve quality, the institutions need to go through a process of continuous improvement, because what we have in the Brazilian scenario is still a dynamic based on cost reduction and there is no priority on patient safety. These are barriers that need to be overcome to ensure a culture of quality and safety in health.
Hospice & Palliative Care Handbook, Fourth Edition
The goal of the fourth edition of this book is to help hospice clinicians, team members, and managers meet numerous quality, coverage, and reimbursement standards and requirements for success in daily practice, operations, and documentation. All these components are needed to meet the coverage requirements of the Medicare Hospice Benefit and provide skillful and compassionate hospice care.Part 1-Hospice Care: An Overview of Quality and Compassionate Care. This part provides the foundational information needed to understand hospice and hospice within the confines of the larger healthcare system. Simply put, hospice, a type of palliative care, is the model for quality, compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury. This model and special care is explained in this opening part.Part 2-Documentation: An Important Driver for Care and Coverage. This part focuses on the numerous and important roles that documentation plays in the provision of care as well as quality and reimbursement components related to hospice care. This part provides the fundamentals as well as why documentation is the key to care coverage, compliance, and quality for hospice patients and organizations.Part 3-Planning, Managing, and Coordinating Hospice Care. Hospice care is individualized care provided by the interdisciplinary group for each patient and the patient's family. This part clearly explains hospice care planning and the ongoing process for success.Part 4-Hospice Diagnoses and Guidelines for Care. Prior parts of this book address that the Medicare Hospice Benefit is prognosis-based, which means that the patient must have a limited life expectancy and the hospice is responsible for caring for and covering all costs for the terminal or primary diagnosis and all diagnoses that contribute to the terminal prognosis. In this part, the guidelines for care or care problems are specific topics or diagnoses that are organized alphabetically for easy identification and retrieval of needed information. This information canthen be individualized for your hospice patient/family and used throughout care and care planning as well as in the clinical record. This information can even serve as a basis for a common glossary in team meetings, discussions, and ongoing care planning communications. This part was formatted and designed for easy review for care and care planning and related activities. The hospice diagnoses or care guidelines are generally formatted in the same manner across all sections/diagnoses topics, as follows: General ConsiderationsEligibility Considerations Potential Diagnoses ICD-10-CM Diagnostic CodingSafety ConsiderationsSkills and Services IdentifiedPatient, Family, and Caregiver Educational NeedsTips for Supporting Quality, Safety, Eligibility, and ReimbursementQuality Metrics
Women’s Journeys to Posttraumatic Growth
This accessible book draws on research around women's experiences to illustrate and explore the concept of posttraumatic growth, emphasizing practice implications for healthcare professionals and strategies for fostering posttraumatic growth. Including the voices of women, in their own words, Women's Journeys to Posttraumatic Growth explains the differences between post-traumatic stress disorder and posttraumatic growth and presents the theoretical framework of posttraumatic growth. It synthesizes relevant international research and introduces data from four new qualitative research studies on posttraumatic growth in women who have experienced the death of a spouse or longtime partner, death of a child, a close brush with death, and intimate partner abuse. The book develops clinical and nursing practice implications for healthcare professionals and explores current self-help and professional therapeutic strategies to foster posttraumatic growth. Women's Journeys to Posttraumatic Growth is an invaluable guide for health and social care practitioners, as well as students and researchers with an interest in trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss, and women's healthcare.
Ethics and Law for Australian Nurses
Every day, registered nurses are required to act and make decisions based on their moral and legal obligations. They must build professional, culturally safe relationships with patients, understand patient rights and the requirements of consent, and prevent and manage clinical mistakes in order to avoid negligence and abuse of power. Now in its fifth edition, Ethics and Law for Australian Nurses guides students through foundational concepts such as personhood, autonomy, trust, consent and vulnerability, and considers a nurse's responsibilities in relation to voluntary assisted dying, abortions and advanced care directives. It explains the Australian legal system and how it relates to nursing practice. This edition discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially on elderly Australians, as well as on injury and negligence claims. It includes updated discussions on guardianship, assisted dying, abortion and 'not for resuscitation' orders.
Memoirs of a Midwife in Hungary
Is there anything in this world more precious than life itself? It follows then that the most gracious profession is to aid an expecting mother in the hours of her giving birth to a new life. M獺ria Sz矇csi practiced midwifery in the Great Hungarian Plain with the greatest diligence and self-devotion for almost thirty years. Her memoirs shed light on the rural life of 1930-40s Hungary and on the struggles and conditions of its people. "I never felt afraid; my only concern was to arrive in time!" The memoirist wrote these words referring to the occasions when she hurried in freezing snow, on pathless fields, in pitch dark, alone on the way to distant farms to provide aid to expecting mothers. But after all the hardships and struggles, could anybody really feel afraid while serving as an aid at the most gracious moment of the renascence of life and future?
Care and attention to Women's Health
This book, composed of a collection of course completion theses oriented by me, aims to develop a critical and attentive look at the health care of women, a social character of great importance because double working day, dividing her time between professional career and family care. Women have different physiology, cognition and behaviour from men, which promotes health problems that are characteristic of this public. With this book we seek the understanding of these problems and the search for physical and psychological well-being. I hope to develop in the reader knowledge that can help in the dynamics of caring for women's health.
Ethics and Pandemics
This book is for readers who wish to understand the ethical implications of the COVID-19 pandemic -- holistically -- on communities, politics, the economy, the environment, international relations, public health, and, most importantly, on their own lives and their own futures. It also helps readers to think through the wide-ranging ethical implications of the new age of global pandemics. The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed all of our lives to such an extent that no single publication will ever be able to capture its complexity. The book acknowledges this complexity by embracing interdisciplinary dialogue. It is open to diverse points of view, different ethical systems, and a wide variety of academic disciplines. It suggests three broad avenues to exploring the subject: Ethics for Pandemics: What ethical theories are useful for pandemic living?Ethics in Pandemics: How are long-standing ethical dilemmas revealed in pandemics? Ethics of Pandemics: How should politicians and public health professionals create ethical systems of pandemic management? Interdisciplinary perspectives are another key feature of the book and reflect the important insights that many academic disciplines -- medical ethics and public health, history, political science, economics, behavioral and evolutionary psychology, and climate science -- bring to bear on the subject. In the chapters, the author joins theory and practice, providing an overview of the major ethical theories: Kant and DeontologyUtilitarianism and Consequentialist EthicsSocial Contract TheoryEgoism and AltruismVirtue Ethics It then uses these theories to analyze both COVID-19 and also historical pandemics, including typhus, smallpox, the Black Death, HIV/AIDS, and polio. Ethics and Pandemics: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on COVID-19 and Future Pandemics prepares readers to better understand ethical living during times of crisis. While written for students pursuing any discipline, it is particularly suited for those seeking degrees in public health, health care, political science, and philosophy. Furthermore, non-specialized readers and members of the general public will find the book of interest.
Supporting Effective Quality Care in Public and Community Health
Designed to support current standards and goals for health care, Supporting Effective Quality Care in Public and Community Health provides readers with an examination of continuous quality improvement and its integration into public and community health organizations, services, and programs. The text underscores the idea that continuous quality improvement activities must consider social determinants of health, equity, diversity, disparities, and vulnerable populations.The book introduces a quality healthcare framework and concepts applied to public and community health, including the National Quality Strategy; the Healthy People 2030 report; national healthcare safety; performance management; community assessment; and more. Readers learn about the relationship between social determinants of health and the implementation of quality health care. Challenges and methods, as well as the roles and responsibilities of healthcare organizations and providers in public and community health, are covered to help nurses better understand the ways in which they can create a culture of safety, implement public health evaluation programs in their work, and successfully advocate for patients.Supporting Effective Quality Care in Public and Community Health is part of the Cognella Series on Public and Community Health Nursing, a collection of concise, informative guides that explore critical topical areas, their nursing application, and their relationship to nursing practice.
Fast Facts about Stroke Care for the Advanced Practice Nurse
This practical guide to diagnostic tests, advanced treatments, medication management, research protocols, and best practice standards is a quick and handy reference for the advanced practice nurse caring for stroke patients. Fast Facts About Stroke Care for the Advanced Practice Nurse serves as an instructive resource for advanced practice providers not specializing in neurology or neurocritical care but who are increasingly called upon to care for patients suffering from stroke while integrating into a multidisciplinary stroke team. This new book provides foundational information on the anatomy and physiology of the stroke patient, as well as diagnostic and assessment tools and details on treatment and education. In addition, the book provides important information on critical care, pharmacology, end-of-life management, and research, as well as examining the role of the advanced practice provider who is integrating within the core stroke team. Fast Facts About Stroke Care for the Advanced Practice Nurse provides advanced practice nurses with the essential knowledge they will need to successfully care for stroke patients while adapting into their role on the core stroke team. Key Features: Reflects the most current standards of the American Heart Association, American Stroke Association, and the leading certifying organizations Foundational information on stroke care, anatomy, and physiology Comprehensive review of diagnostic studies and treatments Information on stroke research protocols, pharmacology, and end-of-life management Advanced level resource for new and seasoned advanced practice providers
Spanish Flu
The 1918 outbreak of the H1N1 strain of influenza, popularly known as the Spanish flu, killed more people worldwide than World War I, which ended the same year. It infected nearly one-third of the world's population and killed ten percent of those it struck. In its wake, schools and businesses closed, hospitals became overwhelmed, and the sick spilled out into makeshift care centers in public spaces. Policemen, public transportation workers, and everyday citizens in face masks were a common-and eerie-sight. Yet, discussion of this global pandemic often takes a backseat to World War I and other contemporary events. In this book you will learnThe true story behind the Spanish flu and why it is referred to as the great influenzaWhat worked and what didn'tCountries greatly affected along with those with slight casesThe beginning and end of the world's deadliest plagueSome of the Lessons for Our DayAnd Much, Much More!Buy Now & Relax...From the earliest disease theories to how this virus unleashed devastation upon all corners of the world, this book offers a complex and detailed look at the history and nature of the Spanish flu, shedding light on the mystery and unveiling the lesser-known parts of this world-changing event.
The HIDDENURSE
The Hidden Nurse: How to Become a Public Health Nurse is intended for individuals who want to know more about one of the hidden gems of nursing-public health. Using the steps outlined in this book, Latronda Davis, MPH, RN, BSN, is now flourishing as a Nurse Program Manager at her State's Public Health Department. It is her hope that you will not only learn the importance of public health nursing as a specialty but how to become one as well. In The Hidden Nurse, you will also gain practical tips on how to navigate achieving a career path as a public health nurse in a field where nurses focus on population health with the goal of advocating for health, preventing disease, and protecting one's health.
Reflective Practice, Third Edition
A nurse's work is multifaceted, medically complex, technically precise, and physically demanding. But nursing-the act of caring-is also social, emotional, impactful, and personal. Because nursing education programs prioritize the importance of the technical and physical aspects of nursing, that is what they teach. This leaves practicing nurses poorly equipped to understand the science of caring and unprepared for the constant stream of emotional and psychological stressors that come with this profoundly important work. The unintended consequences of this omission include burnout, toxic work environments, and exodus from the profession. In this highly anticipated and particularly timely third edition of Reflective Practice, authors Sara Horton-Deutsch and Gwen Sherwood invite readers to reflect, recalibrate, reimagine, rethink, and reframe the work of nursing care and their various roles and relationships within it. This book focuses first on the individual, then practice settings, and finally systems and communities while providing supporting theoretical frameworks, practical applications, and opportunities for personal and shared reflection along the way. Reflective Practice guides nurses to emotional and psychological fulfillment in all aspects of care.
The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations
Fully updated for its fourth edition, The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations provides readers with the understanding needed to perform clinical observations, make accurate judgements about the patient's condition and make good decisions concerning patient care.
Nursing Adults with Long Term Conditions
This 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
Foundations of Adult Nursing
Covering the issues, themes and principles that explain what it means to be a nurse today, this book provides the theory you need to know and applies it to the diverse patient groups and settings that you will encounter on your placements. Key features of the book are: - Introduces the core aspects of adult nursing - An evidence-based approach with discussion of literature, policy and research and suggested further reading for every chapter - Over 30 case scenarios to help you understand the realities of practice across a range of settings including primary care and the community - Activity boxes which challenge assumptions and encourage reflection The book has been closely developed in line with the latest NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters and supports you across your entire degree programme as you develop into nurses of the future ready to deliver and lead care.
Nursing Adults with Long Term Conditions
This 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
At the Coalface
A heart-warming story of a woman who devoted her life to helping others. This is the memoir of Joan, who started nursing in the 1940s and whose experiences took her into the Yorkshire mining pits and through the tumult of the 1984-85 miners' strike. Joan Hart always knew what she wanted to do with her life. Born in South Yorkshire in 1932, she started her nursing training when she was 16, the youngest age girls could do so at the time. She continued working after she married and her work took her to London and Doncaster, caring for children and miners. When she took a job as a pit nurse in Doncaster in 1974, she found that in order to be accepted by the men under her care, she would have to become one of them. Most of the time rejecting a traditional nurse's uniform and donning a baggy miner's suit, pit boots, a hardhat and a headlamp, Joan resolved always to go down to injured miners and bring them out of the pit herself. Over 15 years Joan grew to know the miners not only as a nurse, but as a confidante and friend. She tended to injured miners underground, rescued men trapped in the pits, and provided support for them and their families during the bitter miners' strike which stretched from March 1984 to 1985. Moving and uplifting, this is a story of one woman's life, marriage and work; it is guaranteed to make readers laugh, cry, and smile.
ATI TEAS 7th Edition 2023-2024 Study Guide
Introducing our ATI TEAS(R) 7th Edition 2023-2024 Study Guide: 1,100+ Practice Questions and TEAS 7 Exam Prep! Trivium Test Prep's ATI TEAS 7th Edition 2023-2024 Study Guide includes everything you need to pass the ATI TEAS the first time.Quick review of the concepts covered on the ATI TEAS Exam4 full practice tests with detailed answer explanationsTips and tricks from experienced nurses and nurse educatorsAccess to online flash cards, cheat sheets, and moreTrivium Test Prep's ATI TEAS 7th Edition 2023-2024 Study Guide is aligned with the official ATI TEAS Exam framework. Topics covered include: Reading TextReading GraphicsNumbers and OperationsAlgebraGeometryStatisticsHuman Anatomy and PhysiologyBiologyChemistryScientific ReasoningParts of SpeechSentence StructureWriting ATI(R) was not involved in the creation or production of this product, is not in any way affiliated with Trivium Test Prep, and does not sponsor or endorse this product.
Instructions for CNA Skills
The text contains detailed instructions on the skills portion of the CNA State Board Exam. It includes diagrams depicting the layout of the necessary tools to use within the skills. Simplified way to master the subject matter and pass the exam.
When Being a Nurse Was Fun
Did you ever wonder what happens in an ICU at night?Is being a nurse in a hospital like what you see on TV or the internet?Besides taking excellent care of their patients, nurses enjoyed humor at work before the Covid pandemic. Playing jokes on each other or finding hilarity in absurd situations, we devised ways to amuse ourselves while performing our duties.Glimpse into the medical career of someone who dares to say life as a nurse used to be fun. Follow my journey from being a student nurse to a critical care RN with 30 years of experience. Relive with me both the frustrations and camaraderie that I encountered as an RN. Filled with true tales from my life both in and out of the hospital, "When Being a Nurse Was Fun" will cause you to laugh, and may also make you cry.
Pediatric Ccrn(r) Certification Review
Note to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller. Pediatric CCRN(R) Certification Review is designed to help you prepare for the AACN certification exam. This comprehensive study aid is organized according to the latest exam blueprint and presents information in a clear, concise format. Key words, case studies, and practice questions that test clinical judgment are included throughout. Each chapter covers everything you need to know to pass the exam and includes end-of-chapter questions to check your knowledge. The review concludes with a full-length practice test to get you ready for exam day. With 300 practice questions, detailed review content, and full answer rationales, this study aid empowers you with the tools and materials to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time, guaranteed! Know that you're ready. Know that you'll pass with Springer Publishing Exam Prep. Key Features Reflects the latest AACN exam blueprint Provides a comprehensive yet concise review of essential knowledge for the exam Highlights key terms and clinical pearls Features case studies in each chapter Includes end-of-chapter Q&A and a full practice test with detailed rationales Boosts your confidence with a 100% pass guarantee Includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. For 70 years, it has been our greatest privilege to prepare busy nurses like you for professional certification and career success. Congratulations on qualifying to sit for the exam. Now let's get you ready to pass! CCRN(R) is a registered service mark of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). AACN does not sponsor or endorse this resource, nor does it have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing.
CNA Study Guide 2023-2024
Introducing our CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: 2 Practice Tests and Prep for the Certified Nursing Assistant Exam [5th Edition]!Ascencia Test Prep's CNA Study Guide includes everything you need to pass the CNA exam the first time.Quick review of the concepts covered on the CNA exam2 full length practice tests with detailed answer explanationsTips and tricks from experienced CNAsAccess to online flash cards, cheat sheets, and moreAscencia Test Prep's CNA Study Guide is aligned with the official CNA exam framework. Topics covered include: Activities of Daily LivingBasic Nursing SkillsSafety and Infection ControlPsychosocial Care SkillsRole of the Nurse Aide The National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. was not involved in the creation or production of this product, is not in any way affiliated with Ascencia Test Prep, and does not sponsor or endorse this product. About Ascencia Test PrepAt Ascencia Test Prep, we understand that healthcare professionals need high-quality educational resources. That's why our test prep materials are developed by credentialed experts with years of experience who are excited to share their knowledge with you. Whether you're just starting your career or ready to climb higher, we're here to help you feel ready on test day.
Routledge International Handbook of Nurse Education
While vast numbers of nurses across the globe contribute in all areas of healthcare delivery from primary care to acute and long-term care in community settings, there are significant differences in how they are educated, as well as the precise nature of their practice. This comprehensive handbook provides a research-informed and international perspective on the critical issues in contemporary nurse education. As an applied discipline, nursing is implemented differently depending on the social, political and cultural climate in any given context. These factors impact on education, as much as on practice, and are reflected in debates around the value of accredited programmes, and on-the-job training, apprenticeship, undergraduate and postgraduate pathways into nursing. Engaging with these debates amongst others, the authors collected here discuss how, through careful design and delivery of nursing curricula, nurses can be prepared to understand complex care processes, complex healthcare technologies, complex patient needs and responses to therapeutic interventions, and complex organizations. The book discusses historical perspectives on how nurses should be educated; contemporary issues facing educators; teaching and learning strategies; the politics of nurse education; education for advanced nursing practice; global approaches; and educating for the future. Bringing together leading authorities from across the world to reflect on past, present and future approaches to nurse education and nursing pedagogy, this handbook provides a cutting-edge overview for all educators, researchers and policy-makers concerned with nurse education.
Lost Innocence
Note to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller. The 3rd edition of Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE(R)) Review is designed to help you prepare for the Society for Simulation in HealthcareTM (SSIH) certification exam. This comprehensive resource has been updated to closely reflect the latest exam blueprint and encompass current practices. Written by simulation and education experts, this book is organized in a user-friendly format and information is concise and easy-to-read. Chapters include teaching tips that explore key topics and evidence-based simulation practice boxes that include state-of-the-art evidence. Case studies are incorporated throughout to provide real-world application and promote critical thinking skills. Each chapter covers everything you need to know to pass the exam and includes end-of-chapter questions to check your knowledge. The review concludes with a full-length practice test to get you ready for exam day. With more than 350 practice questions, detailed review content and answer rationales, and a convenient print + digital package, this study aid empowers you with the tools and materials to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time, guaranteed! Know that you're ready. Know that you'll pass with Springer Publishing Exam Prep. Key Features Reflects the latest SSIH exam blueprint Provides a comprehensive yet concise review of essential knowledge for the exam Offers teaching tips and evidence-based simulation practice boxes to reinforce key concepts Features case studies to promote critical thinking and situational decision-making Includes end-of-chapter Q&A and a full practice test with detailed rationales Boosts your confidence with a 100% pass guarantee Includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. For 70 years, it has been our greatest privilege to prepare busy nurses like you for professional certification and career success. Congratulations on qualifying to sit for the exam. Now let's get you ready to pass! CHSE(R) is a registered service mark of the Society for Simulation in HealthcareTM (SSIH). SSIHTM does not sponsor or endorse this resource, nor does it have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing.
Delivering Compassionate Care
This textbook is an evidenced-based course for interdisciplinary healthcare professionals for improving resilience and reducing stress and burnout. This curriculum improves patient-centered care by providing training in compassion and attention. It is a structured skills-based manual complete with resources for full implementation and dissemination of this evidence-based course. This textbook addresses the gaps existing in other mindfulness-based interventions.It is a unique manual that can be followed in a linear fashion or can be used modularly to suit the needs of specific settings. The curriculum contains didactic content and specific examples of practices; hence, it is easily adaptable for use by groups and classes of various sizes and structure. The authors have conducted several research studies with findings to support its use to prevent and treat burnout. Results demonstrate the curriculum's feasibility and acceptability in healthcare professionals and students as well as efficacy in stress and burnout reduction with increases in dispositional mindfulness.
CEN Study Guide 2023-2024 - CEN Exam Secrets Review Book, Full-Length Practice Test, Step-by-Step Video Tutorials
Mometrix Test Preparation's CEN Study Guide 2023-2024 - CEN Exam Secrets Review Book is the ideal prep solution for anyone who wants to pass their Certification for Emergency Nursing Examination. The exam is extremely challenging, and thorough test preparation is essential for success. Our study guide includes: * Practice test questions with detailed answer explanations * Step-by-step video tutorials to help you master difficult concepts * Tips and strategies to help you get your best test performance * A complete review of all CEN test sections CEN(R) is a registered trademark of the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing ("BCEN"), who does not endorse, nor is affiliated in any way with the owner of or any content in this product. The Mometrix guide is filled with the critical information you will need in order to do well on your CEN exam: the concepts, procedures, principles, and vocabulary that the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN) expects you to have mastered before sitting for your exam. Test sections include: * Cardiovascular Emergencies * Respiratory Emergencies * Neurological Emergencies * GI, GU, OB/GYN Emergencies * Mental Health Emergencies * Medical Emergencies * Musculoskeletal and Wound Emergencies * Maxillofacial and Ocular Emergencies * Environment and Toxicology Emergencies, Communicable Diseases * Professional Issues: Nurse * Professional Issues: Patient * Professional Issues: System * Professional Issues: Triage ...and much more! Our guide is full of specific and detailed information that will be key to passing your exam. Concepts and principles aren't simply named or described in passing, but are explained in detail. The Mometrix CEN study guide is laid out in a logical and organized fashion so that one section naturally flows from the one preceding it. Because it's written with an eye for both technical accuracy and accessibility, you will not have to worry about getting lost in dense academic language. Any test prep guide is only as good as its practice questions and answer explanations, and that's another area where our guide stands out. The Mometrix test prep team has provided plenty of CEN practice test questions to prepare you for what to expect on the actual exam. Each answer is explained in depth, in order to make the principles and reasoning behind it crystal clear. Many concepts include links to online review videos where you can watch our instructors break down the topics so the material can be quickly grasped. Examples are worked step-by-step so you see exactly what to do. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pass standardized tests and achieve their education and career goals. We've done this by setting high standards for Mometrix Test Preparation guides, and our CEN Study Guide 2023-2024 - CEN Exam Secrets Review Book is no exception. It's an excellent investment in your future. Get the CEN review you need to be successful on your exam.
CNA Study Guide 2023-2024 - 3 Full-Length Practice Tests, Preparation Exam Book Secrets for the Certified Nursing Assistant with Detailed Answer Explanations
Mometrix Test Preparation's CNA Study Guide 2023-2024 - Preparation Exam Book Secrets is the ideal prep solution for anyone who wants to pass their Certified Nurse Assistant Exam. The exam is extremely challenging, and thorough test preparation is essential for success. Our study guide includes: * Practice test questions with detailed answer explanations * Tips and strategies to help you get your best test performance * A complete review of all CNA test sections Mometrix Test Preparation is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official testing organization. All organizational and test names are trademarks of their respective owners. The Mometrix guide is filled with the critical information you will need in order to do well on your CNA exam: the concepts, procedures, principles, and vocabulary that the state certification board expects you to have mastered before sitting for your exam. The Physical Care Skills section covers: * Hygiene * Dressing and Grooming * Nutrition and Hydration * Elimination * Rest, Sleep, and Comfort * Basic Nursing Skills * Infection Control * Patient Safety * Emergencies * Acute Emergency Situations * Caring for the Dying Patient * Therapeutic and Technical Procedures * Data Collection and Reporting * Restorative Skills The Psychosocial Care Skills section covers: * Emotional and Mental Health Needs * Spiritual and Cultural Needs The Role of the Nurse Aide section covers: * Communication * Client Rights * Legal Behavior * Ethical Behavior * Member of the Health Care Team ...and much more! Our guide is full of specific and detailed information that will be key to passing your exam. Concepts and principles aren't simply named or described in passing, but are explained in detail. The Mometrix CNA study guide is laid out in a logical and organized fashion so that one section naturally flows from the one preceding it. Because it's written with an eye for both technical accuracy and accessibility, you will not have to worry about getting lost in dense academic language. Any test prep guide is only as good as its practice questions and answer explanations, and that's another area where our guide stands out. The Mometrix test prep team has provided plenty of CNA practice test questions to prepare you for what to expect on the actual exam. Each answer is explained in depth, in order to make the principles and reasoning behind it crystal clear. We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pass standardized tests and achieve their education and career goals. We've done this by setting high standards for Mometrix Test Preparation guides, and our CNA Study Guide 2023-2024 - Preparation Exam Book Secrets is no exception. It's an excellent investment in your future. Get the CNA review you need to be successful on your exam.
HESI A2 Practice Questions 2023-2024
Prepping to pass the HESI(R) A2 exam has never been easier. Introducing Ascencia Test Prep's unofficial HESI(R) A2 Practice Tests 2023-2024: 900+ Questions for the HESI Admission Assessment Exam [4th Edition] offers: 4 Full-Length Practice TestsDetailed Answer ExplanationsHESI A2 Test InformationEverything you need to feel prepared!Ascencia Test Prep's HESI A2 Practice Questions 2023-2024 will quiz you on: MathematicsReadingVocabularyGrammarBiologyChemistryAnatomy and PhysiologyPhysicsFor more, look for our HESI A2 Study Guide 2023-2024Elsevier was not involved in the creation or production of this product, is not in any way affiliated with Ascencia Test Prep, and does not sponsor or endorse this product. About Ascencia Test PrepAt Ascencia Test Prep, we understand that healthcare professionals need high-quality educational resources. That's why our test prep materials are developed by credentialed experts with years of experience who are excited to share their knowledge with you. Whether you're just starting your career or ready to climb higher, we're here to help you feel ready on test day.
Getting Ready for Emergencies
Disasters can happen anywhere, inflicting substantial damage and inconvenience. Unpreparedness can make these occurrences more distressing and stressful. Preparing for emergencies and calamities is crucial.Being prepared with the right gear and knowing how to handle different types of situations increases the odds of surviving a disaster. Preparation and understanding improve crisis response. This can boost survival and reduce the disaster's impact on one's family.Prepare for catastrophes and disasters in many ways. Emergency plans are crucial. This should include a plan to evacuate your home and communicate with loved ones if you're separated.Create an emergency supply kit with non-perishable food, water, a flashlight, a first aid kit, and other basics.A complete catastrophe preparedness guide? Done! Our book contains useful information and practical ideas to keep you and your family safe in an emergency.Preparing for the unexpected is crucial in these uncertain times. Our book covers everything from emergency kits and plans to staying cool and making wise judgments in a disaster.Inside: Expert guidance on developing a family-specific emergency pack.Create a communication and evacuation strategy step-by-step.Earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural disasters: safety tipsManaging power outages, water shortages, and other problemsAdvice for stranded or injured catastrophe victimsInformation and assistance resources.Prepare early. Get your copy today and start protecting your family.
The Reproduction of Inequality
An important analysis of the difference class makes in reproductive health choices Can you run a marathon, drink coffee, eat fish, or fly on a plane while pregnant? Such questions are just the tip of the iceberg for how most pregnant women's bodies are managed, surveilled, and scrutinized during pregnancy. The Reproduction of Inequality examines the intense social pressure that expectant and new mothers face when it comes to their health and body-care choices. Drawing on interviews with dozens of pregnant women and new mothers from poor, middle-class, and mixed-class backgrounds, Katherine Mason paints a vivid picture of the immense weight of expectation that comes with the early stages of motherhood. The women in Mason's study universally sought to give their children a healthy start in life; however, their chosen approaches varied based on their socio-economic class. Whereas middle-class mothers attempted a complete lifestyle change and absolute devotion to the achievement and maintenance of "the healthy pregnant body," poorer women made strategic choices about which health goals to prioritize on a limited budget, lacking the economic and cultural capital required to speak and perfectly adhere to the language of "good health." The unfortunate result is that middle-class mothers are more likely to be seen by others and by themselves as "good" parents, whereas the efforts of working-class mothers are often misread as displaying inadequate concern about their health and that of their child. This in turn contributes to longstanding stereotypes about poor families and communities, and limits their children's chances for upward mobility. The Reproduction of Inequality is a compelling analysis of the impact of class on new mothers' approaches to health and wellness, and a sobering examination of how inequality shapes mothers' efforts to maximize their own health and that of their children.
Rapid Access Guide for Triage and Emergency Nurses
Awarded third place in the 2023 AJN Book of the Year Awards in Critical Care-Emergency Nursing. Provides critical information to help healthcare providers ensure patient safety by preventing "misses" or "near-misses" Newly updated, this life-saving pocket-sized clinical manual guides triage nurses to rapidly recognize life-threatening or life-altering conditions. The second edition delivers new chapters on endocrine emergencies, hematologic and oncologic emergencies, sexual assault and intimate partner violence, and human trafficking. Pediatric and older adult chapters offer extensive new information on assessment, triage pearls, and key tips for age-related emergencies. Also included is updated STEMI, Stroke, and Sepsis guidelines. Focusing on patient-driven chief complaints, this resource provides a wealth of concise information covering each body system along with first-line questions, assessments, and interventions to determine the patient's level of urgency, sick versus not sick. Prominent icons denote critical signs and symptoms and deliver invaluable information from experienced triage/ED nurses. Content encompasses triage, waiting room and legal issues, high-risk medical conditions, and special issues in emergency care. Including action steps to aid in prioritizing during a crisis, the resource covers trauma, burns, active shooter/active threat, and emergency management during a disaster. Reference tables and checklists facilitate at-a-glance retrieval of crucial information. Opportunities for customization include space for taking notes, inscribing important phone numbers, and pasting facility-specific policies/procedures. New to the Second Edition: New chapters addressing endocrine emergencies, hematologic and oncologic emergencies, sexual assault and intimate partner violence, and human trafficking Expanded content in the triage, pediatric, and older adult chapters Enhanced red flags, triage considerations, and key tips, along with updates to the screening tools Reformatted and condensed chief complaint layout throughout the book to increase accessibility of information Worst-case scenarios to consider throughout each body system chapter Access to the Pediatric Assessment Triangle and pediatric vital signs and detailed information for performing the A-B-C-D-E assessment Key Features: Expedites critical decision-making with quick access to key reference material Delivers information honed from decades of combined emergency nursing experience Uses icons to quickly direct the user to relevant content areas Enhances clinical judgment with essential tips regarding common chief complaints Sheds light on complex issues with unique patient presentations Highlights key pediatric and older-adult considerations Covers disaster response and active shooter/violent situation action steps Access to blank pages for customizing the book to meet individual needs
The Innovation Handbook
The global healthcare ecosystem is in chaos, caught in the convergence of pandemic-induced disruption, residual inequities, burnout, and turnover. Nurse leaders can either succumb to the churn or spot-and seize-a rare opportunity for true transfor-mation. They must thoughtfully consider all aspects of their traditional roles and tack-le trigger topics such as staffing, schedul-ing, value-based care, outcome tracking, and more. Informed, empowered nurses can re-envision roles, integrate technolo-gies, and develop new models to deliver the highest level of patient care. The Innovation Handbook is a pragmatic guide and toolkit that seeks to enlighten nurse leaders as they evolve through the current crisis. Author Bonnie Clipper explains concepts and equips nurses with a knowledge foundation that enhances their innovation skill set, spurs ideas and creativity, and challenges them to think differently and apply new concepts. On the cusp of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a better future for nursing and healthcare, this book gives nurses the tools to meet the moment!
The Reproduction of Inequality
An important analysis of the difference class makes in reproductive health choices Can you run a marathon, drink coffee, eat fish, or fly on a plane while pregnant? Such questions are just the tip of the iceberg for how most pregnant women's bodies are managed, surveilled, and scrutinized during pregnancy. The Reproduction of Inequality examines the intense social pressure that expectant and new mothers face when it comes to their health and body-care choices. Drawing on interviews with dozens of pregnant women and new mothers from poor, middle-class, and mixed-class backgrounds, Katherine Mason paints a vivid picture of the immense weight of expectation that comes with the early stages of motherhood. The women in Mason's study universally sought to give their children a healthy start in life; however, their chosen approaches varied based on their socio-economic class. Whereas middle-class mothers attempted a complete lifestyle change and absolute devotion to the achievement and maintenance of "the healthy pregnant body," poorer women made strategic choices about which health goals to prioritize on a limited budget, lacking the economic and cultural capital required to speak and perfectly adhere to the language of "good health." The unfortunate result is that middle-class mothers are more likely to be seen by others and by themselves as "good" parents, whereas the efforts of working-class mothers are often misread as displaying inadequate concern about their health and that of their child. This in turn contributes to longstanding stereotypes about poor families and communities, and limits their children's chances for upward mobility. The Reproduction of Inequality is a compelling analysis of the impact of class on new mothers' approaches to health and wellness, and a sobering examination of how inequality shapes mothers' efforts to maximize their own health and that of their children.
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing
Written in clear language and specifically for the nursing context, the new edition of this bestselling book is your ultimate guide to pathophysiology and pharmacology. Through a uniquely integrated approach, the book develops your knowledge of both the pathology of common conditions and their pharmacological treatment. This holistic approach builds your knowledge of the key concepts and processes, with real world examples illustrating their application to nursing practice. Key features Logical structure that starts with the basics and before developing your understanding of more complex areas Real world case studies demonstrate the application of pathophysiology and pharmacology across all fields of nursing A clear and concise writing style makes complex terminology and biological processes easy to understand Revised and updated in line with contemporary evidence and best practice Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards
Health Promotion and Health Education in Nursing
Health promotion is a core nursing topic and for the past decade, as a nurse, you will be spending more time and energy in the community, doing preventative work and helping to rebalance services away from hospitals. You are expected to 'Make Every Contact Count' and look for opportunities to encourage healthier behaviours and lifestyles each time you engage with an individual. The recent Coronavirus epidemic has brought public health and health promotion activities even more sharply into the spotlight and this has made a huge impact on the work you do. This book focuses on health education - this is the core health promotion work that you will do on a daily basis and it is ideal for those studying at Masters level. It takes an international approach, with Ruth Cross being extremely experienced with a proven track record in the health promotion community. This book includes: Explanations of the theory and context of health promotion and health education International content from people in the field including Norway, Australia and Ghana ′Tutorial Triggers′, ′Points to Ponder′ and ′Time to Reflect′ features, encouraging you to apply the chapter content to your practice Real-life examples across the lifespan and in a range of different settings
Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Nursing
Written in clear language and specifically for the nursing context, the new edition of this bestselling book is your ultimate guide to pathophysiology and pharmacology. Through a uniquely integrated approach, the book develops your knowledge of both the pathology of common conditions and their pharmacological treatment. This holistic approach builds your knowledge of the key concepts and processes, with real world examples illustrating their application to nursing practice. Key features Logical structure that starts with the basics and before developing your understanding of more complex areas Real world case studies demonstrate the application of pathophysiology and pharmacology across all fields of nursing A clear and concise writing style makes complex terminology and biological processes easy to understand Revised and updated in line with contemporary evidence and best practice Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards
Health Promotion and Health Education in Nursing
Health promotion is a core nursing topic and for the past decade, as a nurse, you will be spending more time and energy in the community, doing preventative work and helping to rebalance services away from hospitals. You are expected to 'Make Every Contact Count' and look for opportunities to encourage healthier behaviours and lifestyles each time you engage with an individual. The recent Coronavirus epidemic has brought public health and health promotion activities even more sharply into the spotlight and this has made a huge impact on the work you do. This book focuses on health education - this is the core health promotion work that you will do on a daily basis and it is ideal for those studying at Masters level. It takes an international approach, with Ruth Cross being extremely experienced with a proven track record in the health promotion community. This book includes: Explanations of the theory and context of health promotion and health education International content from people in the field including Norway, Australia and Ghana ′Tutorial Triggers′, ′Points to Ponder′ and ′Time to Reflect′ features, encouraging you to apply the chapter content to your practice Real-life examples across the lifespan and in a range of different settings
Medical Terminology
The easiest and most effective way to learn and memorize medical terms!If you are serious about succeeding on any of the following exams, this is a must-have companion to your study guides: Nursing Entrance Exams like TEAS 7 and HESI A2NCLEXMCATCertified Medical AssistantNursing Assistant/AideCPC - Billing and Coding...and many more!This book covers all facets of medical terminology for health professionals, making it the perfect tool for fast and reliable information so you can find the information you need in multiple places: Refresher course on Greek and Latin affixes.All affixes listed alphabeticallyAll affixes listed again by body systemFull list of common medical abbreviationsList of body positions and anatomical reference termsThis book will be your best friend if you are studying for any test requiring medical terms, and will earn a spot on your shelf later for reference. We focused on making this book as easy, fast, and reliable as possible.
A Bold Profession
In rural South African clinics, Black nurses played critical roles. Charged with administering valuable and life-saving health care measures despite a lack of equipment and personnel, these nurses had to navigate the intersections of traditional African healing practices, changing gender relations, and increasing educational and economic opportunities for South Africa's Black middle class between the 1960s and 1980s. Leslie Anne Hadfield compellingly demonstrates how these women were able to successfully carve out their own professional space and reshape notions of health and healing in the Eastern Cape. Bringing forth the stories of these nurses in their own voices, A Bold Profession is an homage to their dedication to the well-being of their communities. Hadfield sheds light on the struggles of balancing commitment to career and family lives during an oppressive apartheid. The volume fills an important gap for scholars studying the history of women, nursing, and health care in South Africa, illuminating the humanity of health care workers.
Beyond Burnout, Second Edition
Healthcare professions typically attract those who give deeply of themselves to make a positive difference in others' lives. But that giving can come at a significant price: burnout. While the healthcare vocation offers myriad options in work settings and career paths, it can also involve tremendous amounts of stress because of long shifts, mental and physical exhaustion, patient challenges, and regulatory changes. When stress and fatigue overtake a healthcare provider's ability to adequately cope with physically and emotionally taxing circumstances, burnout is often the result, potentially leading to compromises in quality and patient safety. Since the publication of the first edition of this book, the COVID-19 pandemic has only added dramatically to nurses' and other healthcare providers' stress, exacerbating existing problems with strained resources and labor shortages. In Beyond Burnout, Second Edition, author Suzanne Waddill-Goad adds new strategies and up-to-date, data-driven information for building hardiness and resilience so that nurses and other healthcare workers can successfully navigate their increasingly challenging environment while reducing stress and preventing burnout.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Practice Guidelines
Praise for the first edition from Doody's Medical Reviews- Score: 93 "This well-developed book provides acute care guidelines for the geriatric population in an easy-to-follow format that uses structural elements such as numbering and multilevel lists for each system. It is an excellent reference for advanced practice prepared clinicians to help identify, diagnose, and develop a treatment plan for acute health issues in older adults and geriatric patients." -Tho Nguyen, DNP, MSN, RN Newly updated, this evidence-based resource--the first of its kind--provides NPs, PAs, and other advance practice providers with the essential clinical knowledge they need to effectively practice adult-gerontology acute care. The second edition covers 10 new conditions and delivers numerous clinical updates on drugs, pain management, sedation, nutritional management, and clinical and screening guidelines. Along with relevant information on Covid-19, it examines more acid-base and neurological disorders and explains the use of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS). New unfolding case scenarios include questions to reinforce knowledge, and step-by-step procedural videos provide clear, detailed guidance. The addition of a section on Billing provides clinicians with a working understanding of this process. In quick reference format, this system-based text describes more than 100 common conditions health providers are likely to see in their acute care practice. With contributions from NPs, PAs, and physicians, it provides expert insight into each condition, enabling readers to categorize symptoms, be alert to the distinguishing features of disease symptoms and clusters, and locate associated diagnoses. This handy text also includes perioperative considerations, discharge guidelines, treatment and disease management algorithms, and procedural guidelines. Numerous clinical updates and clinical scenarios incorporated throughout the text validate knowledge and competency. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers. New to the Second Edition: Provides updated information on drugs, pain management, moderate sedation, nutritional management, and clinical and screening guidelines Addresses new conditions Offers current information on Covid-19 Includes additional acid-base and neurological disorders Covers Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Provides brief, unfolding case scenarios with questions to reinforce knowledge Addresses the basics of Billing Delivers NEW, step-by-step procedural videos demonstrating arterial line placement, digital nerve blocks, and lumbar puncture Key Features: Presents key points for more than 100 acute care conditions in quick-reference format Includes considerations for preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative evaluation and management Offers discharge guidelines for inpatient conditions Disseminates over 20 procedural guidelines such as central and arterial line insertion, bronchoscopy, ECMO, endotracheal intubation, and more
A supervision model
The book presents a personal model of supervision developed by the author and based on her long experience as supervisor and university teacher in Sweden and in continental Europe. Working models by the author and other supervisors, and appreciated in supervision groups, are described in detail. Several quotes are given from supervisees within a range of activities. The book may be used of many professionals within various supervision activities: newcomers and students in supervision training will learn how a supervision model can be formed and developed. Those with more experience as a supervisor may be inspired to consciously reflect on their own style and get new clues on how to work in a different way. Supervisees may also benefit by taking part in experiences of others. Managers budgeting supervision may find useful information about how supervision can be perceived and experienced by the supervised. Procurers can also gain broader knowledge and take part in the experiences and expectations the supervised have of supervision and of the supervisor. Lilja Cajvert: "Through continuous reflection on experiences, a model has emerged. There is a meaning in what I do, a common thread, a thought, a theoretical idea. Supervision is a complex professional practice and too responsible, demanding and lonely work to be practiced without reflection and awareness of what you are doing, why and for what purpose". Lilja Cajvert is senior lecturer in social work, previously at Gothenburg University, Sweden. She is a social worker, licensed psychotherapist, supervisor and author. She has a long experience as teacher and supervisor for professionals within various occupations of care, social work and school. She is also working internationally as supervisor and lecturer.
Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Exam Prep Study Guide
NOTE TO READERS: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller. Includes one month free ExamPrepConnect digital access with print purchase! Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Exam Prep Study Guide gets right to the point with a targeted content based on the latest NCC exam blueprint. This easy-to-follow guide includes all the tools you need to prepare, practice, and pass the exam--and nothing you don't. PLUS the convenience and community of ExamPrepConnect for access anytime, anywhere, across all your devices. PREPARE Concise coverage of the content you'll be tested on. Quick-reference features with complications, alerts, and nursing pearls. Need-to-know information to prepare you for exam day. PRACTICE Two full-length practice tests--one in book and one online--to assess your readiness and simulate the test-taking experience. Detailed rationales for correct and incorrect answers. Pop quizzes that highlight key information you don't want to miss. PASS The first time with Springer Publishing Exam Prep's 100% Pass Guarantee. With confidence, knowing you're well-prepared with all the skills and knowledge you need on exam day and in practice. With pride in your commitment to patient health and safety. ExamPrepConnect included with your study guide! Take a full-length timed practice test. Build custom quizzes or study by exam topic. Sharpen your test-taking skills with interactive Q&A tools. Keep on track with your Personalized Study Plan. Use the Strengths & Weaknesses Dashboard to optimize your study time. Take notes, highlight, and bookmark content. Study with your peers in the community discussion boards. Access everything on any device. RNC-NIC(R) is a registered trademark of National Certification Corporation (NCC). NCC does not endorse this exam preparation resource, nor do they have a proprietary relationship with Springer Publishing Company.
