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A Leadership Toolkit for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals
This practical guide provides essential knowledge and tools for nursing and healthcare students and practitioners to develop their leadership skills, from the very beginning of their practice and throughout their careers.The first section provides an overview of leadership in nursing and healthcare in today's context, discussing: - relevant theory, and values-based approaches such as congruent, compassionate and ethical leadership; - the role of nurses and healthcare professionals in policy, social justice and decision making, and how leadership positively impacts quality of patient care and the healthcare professions; - how we learn leadership skills, such as emotional and social intelligence, and experiential methods of learning, such as reflexivity, learning from experience and Action Learning. The second section looks at the role of emotions and experiential learning in leadership development, and methods such as action learning, reflexivity, lifelong journaling and the use of narratives and the arts, to introduce a range of practical tools and methods for the reader to use in their own development. Strategies for the less experienced practitioner and for the more experienced practitioner are presented, including action learning and promoting wellbeing, and the book also highlights the evidence base the methods draw on. This creative text introduces vital tools and uses reflective activities and questions to support readers in building their leadership skills.It is ideal for students and practitioners at all levels in nursing and healthcare interested in self-development.
Essentials of Nursing Critically Ill Adults (Second Edition)
Fully updated in line with contemporary policy and practice, the second edition introduces core aspects of critical care - from infection prevention and control to psychological care - before introducing critical care as it relates to the pathophysiology of different systems of the body. The book is packed full of practical learning features that have been specially designed to enhance your knowledge and test your understanding, including: - Clinical case studies - Theory stop points - Critical thinking tasks - Reflective practice exercises Written by a dedicated team of lecturers and practitioners with extensive experience in critical care nursing, this essential guide will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in a critical care environment. Ideal for nursing students studying critical care, those undertaking clinical placements in intensive care settings, or for nurses new to the critical care environment. Lecturers and instructors can go online to access a testbank of multiple-choice questions and links to relevant videos for each chapter, as well as PowerPoints for each chapter that can be downloaded and customised as needed.
Critical Care Nursing
**Selected for 2025 Doody's Core Titles(R) in Critical Care** Winner of a Silver American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year award for its 9th edition!Prepare for the challenges of today's progressive and critical care nursing environments! Critical Care Nursing: Diagnosis and Management, 10th Edition is a comprehensive guide to critical care nursing concepts as they apply to clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic management. Using a logical, body systems organization, this award-winning text uses an evidence-based approach to address the care of patients with critical physiological alterations. This new edition features an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion to reflect the 2021 AACN Essentials and the 2020-2030 Future of Nursing Report. It also features new disorder summary figures, Social Determinants of Health boxes, Supporting the Well-Being of Nurses boxes, Informatics boxes, and expanded resources for the Next-Generation NCLEX(R) Examination. Ideal for CCRN(R) and PCCN(R) exam preparation, Urden's Critical Care Nursing helps you develop the critical thinking and clinical judgment skills required for success in progressive and critical care nursing settings.NEW! Updated content reflects the latest concepts, techniques, and technology of progressive and critical care nursing, and includes an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and overcoming health disparities, as specified in the 2021 AACN Essentials and the 2020-2030 Future of Nursing ReportNEW! Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) boxes address specific determinants of health and offer insights into future research and policy recommendations, summarizing the impact of SDOH on critically ill patientsNEW! Supporting the Well-Being of Nurses boxes use vignettes to introduce and illustrate a model of nursing well-beingNEW! Informatics boxes explore the use of information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision-making in nursing practiceNEW! Disorder Summary figures in the disorders chapters make it easier to understand complex medical conditionsComprehensive, evidence-based content addresses all aspects of today's progressive and critical care nursing practice, and includes references and online resources for further research and studyConsistent organization within each body-system unit provides an efficient framework for classroom learning, for CCRN(R) and PCCN(R) certification preparation, and for reference in clinical practiceCase studies promote critical thinking by asking you to consider a patient's history, clinical assessment, diagnostic procedures, and diagnoses in order to solve clinical problemsPatient care management plans incorporate the diagnosis, signs and symptoms, outcomes, and nursing interventions with rationalesUNIQUE! Facilitating Care Transitions chapter explains how critical care nurses can ensure patient safety and provide family education through all phases and locations of care, during transitions to other units and departments within the facility, and during patient discharge to various sites (e.g., home, hospice, long-term care)UNIQUE! Illustrated Patient-Centered Critical Care boxes highlight the trend to patient and family involvement, with discussions of topics such as family meetings, debriefing after a code, patient diaries, creating a calm environment, pet visitation, music therapy, the transition of care, and 24/7 ICU visitationPharmacologic Management tables summarize common medications used for the treatment of various disorders, along with any special considerationsPatient and Family Education Plan boxes introduce the home care topics to teach the patient and family prior to dischargeExpanded Building Clinical Judgment case studies are provided on the
Student Laboratory Manual for Health Assessment for Nursing Practice
Study Guide for Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing
Reinforce your understanding of basic nursing concepts and skills! Corresponding to the chapters in Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing, 7th Edition, this study guide provides the review and practice you need to master essential LPN/LVN knowledge. Engaging exercises and questions help you learn to apply the nursing process, set priorities, practice critical thinking, make good decisions, and communicate effectively. With this practical review, you will get more out of your textbook and prepare for success on the Next Generation NCLEX-PN(R) exam.Updated exercises reflect content in the new edition of the Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing textbookNEW! Sexuality and Patient Care chapter provides exercises and questions to help reinforce socially competent careReview Questions for the NCLEX-PN(R) Examination help you review textbook content and practice for the exam with multiple-choice and alternate item format questions based on real-life situationsClinical Situations use realistic sample practice situations to stimulate clinical judgment and practical application of nursing conceptsCritical Thinking Activities provide nursing scenarios and questions to help build your problem-solving skillsDeveloping Clinical Judgment activities help you meet the clinical practice objectives of the corresponding chapterCommunication Exercises give you practice using realistic nurse-patient dialogues and are especially useful when paired with a partnerWord Attack Skills offer practice in pronouncing difficult terms and phrases, with emphasis on stress and intonation
Healing The Gerson Way
Healing the Gerson Way, is written in an easy-to-read style with step-by-step instructions for implementing the Gerson Therapy. While it is best known for its success in aiding people to heal many types of cancer, Gerson Therapy has an excellent track record in helping to overcome virtually all other degenerative and chronic diseases. Charlotte & Beata clarify the science of The Gerson Therapy and clearly demonstrate why our chemical filled, nutritionally empty, modern diet is a fundamental cause of today's worsening health crisis. Most of all, it offers a natural and powerful nutritional program that rebuilds and re-boots your immune system, re-establishing your body's natural defenses, returning you to complete health. With chapters devoted to everything you can think of, it details every process and procedure, from finding the right equipment and how to use it, to food preparation, use of supplements, hints and tips to make things easier and much more, including 90 pages of Gerson-approved recipes.
The Anatomy and Physiology Textbook for Midwives
Focusing on optimising the normal biological processes of reproduction and early life, and in line with the NMC Future Midwives Standards, this comprehensive textbook introduces the fundamental anatomy and physiology knowledge needed for midwifery practice.
Understanding End-Of-Life Care
This book addresses the psychological, behavioural, emotional, and social issues that arise for cancer patients and their loved ones. It highlights how the existing stigma attached to cancer and associated mental illness constitutes major barriers to optimal psychosocial care of patients.
Destination Image and Customer Loyalty in Medical Tourism
An Introduction to Community and Primary Health Care
An Introduction to Community and Primary Health Care provides a comprehensive and practical explanation of the fundamentals of the social model of health care approach, preparing learners for professional practice in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The fourth edition has been restructured into four parts covering theory, key skills for practice, working with diverse communities and the professional roles that nurses can enter as they transition to primary care and community health practice. Each chapter has been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest research and includes up-to-date case studies, reflection questions and critical thinking activities to strengthen students' knowledge and analytical skills. Written by an expert team of nurse authors with experience across a broad spectrum of professional roles, An Introduction to Community and Primary Health Care remains an indispensable resource for nursing students and health professionals engaging in community and primary health care.
A Guide to Providing LGBTQ+ Inclusive Reproductive Health Care
This practical guide brings together a wide range of evidence-based information and practical tools for midwives, obstetricians and health visitors, empowering them to provide appropriate care throughout the reproductive journeys of LGBTQ+ people.
Enhancing Clinical Competence of Graduate Nurses
This book aims to enhance new graduate nurses' skills and prepare them for the demands and challenges of their profession. It addresses not only the technical aspects of nursing practice but also emphasizes clinical skills such as critical thinking, effective communication, cultural competence skills, mentorship and support, and technology integration. It can be used by new nurses, nurse educators, clinical instructors, mentors, in both private and public hospitals during the onboarding or orientation programs. This book goes beyond the theoretical knowledge taught in nursing programs and provides practical strategies and insights to help new nurses thrive. Enriched with Flashcards in each chapter, this book is a unique educational tool, which recognizes the importance of bridging the gap between theory and practice and offers practical guidance to help new nurses navigate this transition successfully. It also highlights the importance of continuing education and transition strategies such as mentorship programs to support ongoing growth and development as a nurse. Finally, the book concentrates on the importance of cultural competence in nursing practice and provides strategies for developing cultural awareness, sensitivity, and competence in new graduate nurses. Test your knowledge with questions and answers about the book with Springer Nature Flashcards!
Psychopharmacology
This accessible best-selling text is suitable for all trainee and registered health professionals who require knowledge and understanding of drugs used in the treatment of mental health conditions for prescribing or administering purposes.
Critical Thinking Skills for Your Education Degree
An essential text for all those undertaking an education or teaching degree within higher education, providing study support and skills development for critical thinking, reading and writing.
Succeeding in Literature Reviews and Research Project Plans for Nursing Students
Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards and written directly for nursing students, this practical and straightforward book covers everything you need to know when conducting a literature or research project plan. Why do you need this book? - A clear and straightforward guide to support you throughout your final year assessment - Updated to include additional types of assessment including service improvement project plans - Takes you step-by-step through the process, from choosing a topic and research question, using and critiquing research, all the way to writing up and completing your project - Case studies and activities hone the critical thinking and decision-making skills you will need to secure top marks
Understanding Person-Centred Care for Nursing Associates
Understanding how to deliver effective, person-centred care is vital for a future career as a Nursing Associate. In this second edition, trainee nursing associates will be introduced to the principles of person-centred care, provided with guidance on caring for a broad range of different patient groups (including acute, long-term and palliative care), and prepared for practice in any healthcare setting via case studies drawn from across the lifespan and nursing fields. Key issues relating to providing care such as inclusivity, health inequalities and ethics are covered, including through new case studies. Key features: Clearly explains the principles and theory underpinning person-centred care to encourage a holistic and evidence-based approach to practice Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018) Case studies and activities drawn from all fields of nursing and across the lifespan illustrate theory in different practice settings Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.
How to Write Brilliantly
As a nursing or health and social care student, academic writing is one of the main ways you're assessed. However, how to approach your assignments can be a challenge. This is a short, simple guide to the academic writing process, helping you to grow in confidence, to write critically and engagingly, and to develop your voice. Whether you are just starting your course, returning to study or looking to improve your style, you'll find out how to: - Get into the mindset for independent study and reflection - Source and evaluate literature and evidence - Develop your critical writing skills - Structure your work
Health Promotion for Nursing Associates
Promoting health and preventing ill health is central to your role as a nursing associate. Written in clear language and full of examples from practice, this book introduces all the aspects of health promotion that you need to know. Covering essential topics such as health inequalities, mental health promotion and making sense of demographic data, and with a new expanded look at culture and communication, supporting mental health for Children and Young People and the impact of socio-economic inequalities on access, this book develops your knowledge and skills in health promotion at the individual, community and population level. Key features: - Fully mapped to the 2018 NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates - Case studies, activities and new insights from real TNAs illustrate health promotion in different settings across all fields of nursing - Written specifically to reflect the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confidence and professional practitioner ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.
Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing
Learn the basic concepts and fundamental skills that LPN/LVNs need in current practice! Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Nursing, 7th Edition, prepares you for nursing practice in a variety of care settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, medical offices, clinics, surgery centers, and home care agencies. Illustrated, easy-to-read guidelines provide a thorough understanding of the nursing process and problem solving, addressing topics such as the physiologic and psychosocial needs of the patient, critical thinking and clinical judgment, communication, collaboration with the health care team, patient teaching, and cultural competence. Ideal for LPN/LVN programs with a concept-based curriculum, this text prepares you to pass the Next Generation NCLEX-PN(R) Exam and succeed in any care setting.NEW! Thoroughly updated content reflects the latest research, evidence-based practice, and guidelinesNEW! Sexuality and Patient Care chapter provides vital up-to-date information for providing socially competent careNEW! Additional and updated photos and illustrations show essential skills and proceduresNursing process framework features the application of the nursing process and nursing care plans, reinforcing application of the nursing process in the clinical settingMore than 20 nursing care plans illustrate each step of the nursing process and include clinical judgment questionsConcept maps help you visualize concepts addressed in the text and show how a condition or response can affect more than one body system, relating to symptoms, treatments, and side effectsClear, easy-to-understand writing style makes concepts and skills easier to understand and rememberGet Ready for the NCLEX(R) Examination! section at the end of each chapter reinforces learning with key points, review questions, clinical judgment activities, and additional learning resourcesLife Span Considerations: Older Adults boxes highlight changes that occur with aging and how LPN/LVNs can tailor care to accommodate these changesMore than 110 Skills and Steps present step-by-step procedures in an action/rationale format, including documentation examples and Home Care boxes, as appropriate
Patient Transport: Medical Critical Care
An ideal companion to the award-winning Patient Transport: Principles & Practice, 6th Edition, this critical care transport text offers a unique focus on the critical care patient in transit, addressing the needs of flight and ground transport registered nurses, paramedics, and those preparing for certification exams such as CFRN(R), CTRN(R), FP-C(c), and CCP-C(R). Authored by the esteemed Air and Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA), this comprehensive guide is backed by the expertise of a leading body representing transport nurses worldwide, making it an indispensable resource in the evolving landscape of critical care transport.Coverage of injuries commonly encountered in flight and ground nursing includes pathophysiology, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation discussionsPart I covers critical care medicine and Part II covers selected patient populationsMeets the needs of all healthcare providers dedicated to expert care delivery in transport, including nurses, paramedics, physicians, respiratory therapists, pilots, mechanics, and communication specialistsReal-life scenarios with updated technology demonstrate how to apply concepts to scenarios like those seen in practiceFocus on the interprofessional and collaborative nature of transport emphasizes the importance of teamwork in ensuring successful patient outcomesEvolve companion website with 200 certification-style questions provides valuable exam review and practice
Pharmacology
**Selected for 2025 Doody's Core Titles(R) in Pharmacology** Gain a solid understanding of nursing pharmacology and patient-centered medication safety! Pharmacology: A Patient-Centered Nursing Process Approach, 12th Edition, makes it easy to learn the principles of nursing pharmacology and drug dosage calculation. A clear guide to pharmacotherapy and safe drug administration, this popular book uses drug prototypes to provide need-to-know information about key drugs, including dosage, side effects, interactions, and more. Nursing Process/Clinical Judgment summaries enhance your skills in applying clinical judgment skills for safe patient care. Written by a team of nursing experts led by Linda McCuistion, this time-tested textbook provides the nursing pharmacology knowledge you need to succeed on the Next-Generation NCLEX(R) Exam and administer drugs safely.NEW! The latest FDA drug approvals, withdrawals, and drug uses are included throughoutNEW! Content updates reflect the most current evidence-based care and the 2021 AACN EssentialsNEW! Updated Women's Health chapter features new content and safety highlightsNEW! Study and practice questions include the very latest formats for the Next-Generation NCLEX(R) Exam (NGN)NEW! Protein binding and half-life information is now listed in the Uses/Considerations columns in drug tablesUNIQUE! Nursing Process/Clinical Judgment summaries highlight important nursing considerations and clinical judgment skills within the framework of the nursing processUNIQUE! Prototype Drug Charts provide easy access to key information for representative drugs, including dosages, contraindications, drug-lab-food interactions, pharmacokinetics, and moreUNIQUE! An extensive Drug Calculations chapter presents six methods of dosage calculation, providing a helpful review and supplement to a dosage calculations textbookSafety and Quality chapter addresses medication errors, specific nursing measures to promote medication safety, U.S. National Patient Safety Goals, the 2021 AACN Essentials, and other safety issues and concernsNGN-Style Case Studies (single-episode and unfolding) provide practice opportunities with the very latest item typesApplication-level NCLEX(R)-Style Study Questions at the end of each chapter help prepare you for the growing pharmacology coverage on the NCLEX(R) Examination.Prioritization coverage helps you learn to prioritize nursing care by listing nursing interventions in the order of priorityClinical Judgment Case Studies (in chapters that do not include NGN-style case studies) challenge you to apply your knowledge and analytical skills to realistic patient scenarios. Answer guidelines are provided on the Evolve websiteCultural content is integrated into Nursing Process boxes
Improving Diagnostic methods of irritable bowel Syndrome
Improving Diagnostic Methods of Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a medical monograph devoted to the assessment and differential diagnosis of conditions associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The book examines abdominal pain evaluation, visceral hypersensitivity, and quality-of-life indicators as key components of clinical diagnosis.Particular attention is given to the role of pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines in understanding diagnostic patterns related to IBS. The monograph also includes analytical reviews of scientific studies by other researchers, offering a structured overview of current academic perspectives on the condition.Designed as a reference and educational resource, this book is intended for medical students, clinical residents, postgraduate learners, therapists, and gastroenterologists seeking a systematic and research-based approach to IBS diagnostics.
Vascular Access in Neonatal Nursing Practice: A Neuroprotective Approach
Nursing Theories and Nursing Practice
What is nursing? Noted nursing scholars explore the historical and contemporary theories that are the foundation of nursing practice today. The only nursing research and theory book with primary works by the original theorists, the 6th Edition focuses on the relevant, need-to-know content that links theory to clinical practice. Students explore the role of these theories in the real-world to see how they guide nursing practice. New! AACN Essentials #1: Knowledge for Nursing Practice integrated throughout New! Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion, including the addition of "Point of Reflection' boxes, and three new middle range theory chapters, John Lowe's Theory of Native Reliance, Mona Wicks's Family Health Model, and Peggy Chinn's Philosophy, Theory, and Practice of Peace and PowerNew! Answers to Case Study Reflective Questions posted online for instructors Updated & Revised! Reorganized to focus on practice-relevant and need-to-know content Updated! Practice exemplars in select chapters that illustrate how to apply theory to practice Presents 25 major theories written by the original theorists or eminent scholars to help students understand the interrelationship between nursing theories and nursing practice. Covers the middle range theories and practice models that define the best outcomes and links theory to clinical practice. Addresses how to implement theory-based practice. Explores the historical and contemporary theories that are the foundation of nursing practice today. Features in-depth coverage of the development of the theories that guide nursing practice. Includes questions to guide reflection and discussion at the end of each chapter.
Safe Maternity & Pediatric Nursing Care
Maximize a short course to ensure success. This is the maternity/peds textbook that focuses on what LPNs must know with just the right depth and breadth of coverage of the knowledge and skills that LPNs need to know to practice safely. A student-friendly approach helps LPN/LVNs to master safe and effective nursing care by developing the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills they need to excel in clinical practice. Clear, concise, readable, well organized, and easy to follow, it's the text that prepares new nurses to make the connections. An access code inside new, printed texts unlocks access to a wealth of student resources. Our approach to LPN/LVN education "LPN/LVN Connections," is a consistent and recognizable approach that makes it easier for students and instructors to use multiple books across the LPN curriculum. It responds to the pressures and challenges faced in nursing education by highlighting key themes across our core textbooks, and maintaining a consistent reading level, common terminology and lab values to improve student outcomes in class and prepare them for professional practice. Educators: Contact your F.A. Davis Consultant to learn more about LPN/LVN Connections. Updated & Revised! Reflecting the art and the science of LPN/LVN practice as well as the newest evidence and changes in health care New! "Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment" case studies with questions that develop clinical judgment skills (Suggested answers online.) Expanded! Content on the "Social Determinants of Health" in Chapter 2 New! COVID-19 coverage incorporated into the relevant chapters "LPN/LVN Connections," a consistent and recognizable approach that makes it easier for students and instructors to use multiple books across the LPN curriculum. Focused, highly structured chapters cover must-know information in easy-to-read language with a colorful visual design that makes concepts easier to grasp. Carefully curated content includes only what most LPN students need to know. Student-friendly features in each chapter organize and highlight important concepts to help make the connections, including Real-World Case Study with Questions, Safety STAT!, Conceptual Cornerstone, Patient Teaching Guidelines. Health Promotion, Cultural Considerations, Labs & Diagnostics, Nursing Care Plans, and more.
Study Guide for Safe Maternity & Pediatric Nursing Care
Practice. Practice. Practice. Each chapter in the Study Guide corresponds to a chapter in Safe Maternity & Pediatric Nursing Care, 3rd Edition. Exercise by exercise, activity by activity, you'll develop your critical-thinking and problem-solving skills while mastering the principles, concepts, and procedures essential to success in the classroom, in practice, and on the NCLEX(R). Revised & Updated! Thoroughly updated to reflect the art and the science of LPN/LVN practice as well as the newest evidence and changes in health care to parallel its companion text New! COVID care questions that correspond to new content in the text Vocabulary exercises, including true/false, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and crossword puzzles Summary box exercise featuring multiple-choice, Post-Conference and Conceptual Cornerstone short-answer questions, and Patient Teaching Guidelines essay questions NCLEX(R)-style review questions Short-answer exercises about cultural considerations, learn to C.U.S., therapeutic communication, and Safety Stat! as well as teamwork and laboratory and diagnostic case studies Nursing care plan and concept map exercises Drawing and completion
2026 Nurse's Drug Handbook
The 2026 Nurse's Drug Handbook is an up-to-date, practical, comprehensive and user-friendly drug reference guide for current nursing students and practicing nurses alike. Written in a straightforward style with approachable terminology, it offers concise and consistently formatted drug entries organized alphabetically from A-Z. The 2026 Nurse's Drug Handbook ensures that all nurses, both new and experienced, can easily access accurate information they need before administering any medication, ensuring proper patient care and safety. The 2026 Nurse's Drug Handbook includes: - Generic and trade names and, if applicable, alternative drug names; - Pharmacologic and therapeutic classes; - Indications and Dosages with, if applicable, dosage adjustments; - Drug Administration guidelines for each form of drug to be administered; - Onset, peak, and duration along with half-life for each form of drug; - Mechanism of Action; - Contraindications; - Interactions for drugs, activities, and foods; - Adverse drug reactions with life-threatening ones bolded; - Childbearing Considerations with subcategories of pregnancy and lactation for all drugs; if applicable, labor and delivery and reproduction subcategories; - Nursing Considerations with warnings highlighted by bolded Warning word and warning appears in a different color; - Patient Teaching with warnings highlighted by bolded Warning word and warning appears in a different color. Take 2026 Nurse's Drug Handbook wherever you go with the convenient and easy-to-use app for Android and iPhone, and iPad. Subscribe Today to Start a FREE Trial!
Examination of the Newborn
This textbook is particularly valuable for midwives and nurses undertaking Examination of the Newborn modules as well as a useful reference work for those already performing this role. It provides midwives and other practitioners involved in neonatal examination with a comprehensive guide to the holistic examination of the newborn infant.
Digital Nursing
Investigating the ways in which digital technology is transforming the roles of nurses and how they deliver care, this book explores how nurses can optimise patient care, enhance clinical decision-making, and improve healthcare outcomes in the information age.
Clayton’s Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
Learn how to provide safe, effective nursing care for patients receiving drug therapy! Clayton's Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 20th Edition helps you understand the principles of pharmacology and apply them to nursing practice. This text explains how to make informed decisions about drug therapy, educate patients, and administer medications. This edition adds enhanced coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model to prepare you for the critical thinking questions on the Next Generation NCLEX(R) (NGN) exam. Concise and easy to use, this essential resource helps you master the basics of medication administration and drug actions.NEW! Three new chapters address key topics: Drugs Used to Treat Immune and Inflammatory Disorders; Drugs Used to Treat Headaches; and Drugs Used to Treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderNEW! Video and animation icons direct you to supplementary videos or animations on the companion Evolve websiteUPDATED! Accurate and current content ensures you are learning the most current drugs and treatment protocolsEXPANDED! Additional coverage of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model enhances The Nursing Process and Pharmacology chapterMedication Safety Alerts and Clinical Pitfall boxes, as well as Do-Not-Confuse and High Alert icons highlight the importance of safe drug handling and administrationNursing process application provides an overview of general principles of nursing care for each disorder, as well as specific nursing considerations for the drug treatmentMedication Administration unit clearly and visually outlines assessment, techniques, procedures, and documentation for safe administration of percutaneous, enteral, and parenteral drugsDrug tables clearly outline generic and brand names, availability, and dosage ranges for key medications for each disorderLifespan Considerations boxes for Children and for Older Adults draw attention to information that is especially important when giving a specific drug to patients of those age groupsClinical Goldmine boxes focus on best practices in the clinical settingExtensive resources on the Evolve companion website, including math review, patient teaching guides, chapter review questions, video clips of medication administration, and animations of drug actions, help reinforce your understanding of key concepts
Health Promotion for Nursing Associates
Promoting health and preventing ill health is central to your role as a nursing associate. Written in clear language and full of examples from practice, this book introduces all the aspects of health promotion that you need to know. Covering essential topics such as health inequalities, mental health promotion and making sense of demographic data, and with a new expanded look at culture and communication, supporting mental health for Children and Young People and the impact of socio-economic inequalities on access, this book develops your knowledge and skills in health promotion at the individual, community and population level. Key features: - Fully mapped to the 2018 NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates - Case studies, activities and new insights from real TNAs illustrate health promotion in different settings across all fields of nursing - Written specifically to reflect the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confidence and professional practitioner ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.
