An accessible text which covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by a range of health professions. Anatomy & Physiology is the ideal introduction to the subject for student nurses, midwives,
Written by a world-renowned expert in perinatal pharmacology, this essential reference contains current, complete, and evidence-based information on the transmission of maternal drugs into human milk. This 2021 edition has been extensively revised, and now includes 49 completely new and 356 updated medications.
A Handbook for Student Nurses is widely recommended in institutions across the UK and is essential reading for new students. The book provides an introduction to the essential background knowledge that pre-registration nursing students need as a foundation for their training. This fourth edition has been thoroughly revised to reflect the new ......
This is the first practical guide for nurses on how to incorporate the knowledge, skills, and tools of Strength-Based Nursing Care (SBC) into everyday practice. The text, based on a model developed by the prestigious McGill University Nursing Program, signifies a paradigm shift in nursing care from a model based on problems, deficits, and ......
Essential companion for anyone studying EKGs/ECGs or working in the medical field including EKG and ECG technicians, nurses, and emergency medical technicians. This guide features an introduction to EKGs and how they work and also includes detailed sections covering the main types of arrhythmias, such as sinus rhythms, atrial rhythms, junctional ......
Complete evidence-based guidance on the assessment of patients across the life span and development of sound clinical reasoning in one convenient and affordable set! The Evidence-Based Physical Examination Textbook and Handbook Set, Second Edition delivers an empirical approach to history-taking and physical assessment techniques while focusing ......
With a focus on promoting sound clinical decision-making and a streamlined and highly accessible approach, this text delivers up-to-date primary care health assessment techniques for individuals throughout the lifespan. Each chapter offers a concise overview of anatomy and physiology and an in-depth review of normal and abnormal findings.
An introduction for nursing, health and social care
Dementia is an accessible introductory textbook that will help to improve the quality of care provided to people with dementia. It is aimed primarily at nursing, health and social care students who are seeking to understand dementia and to become rounded practitioners. Through clear explanations, examples, case studies and activities, the book ......
Covering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this second edition condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters. It introduces aspiring nurses to all of the vital information on this tricky subject, from an overview of cells, blood, and the major organ systems through to key developmental stages, genetics and ageing. Case studies link core principles of anatomy and physiology to common real-world clinical scenarios, helping students apply this knowledge to their everyday working practice. Key features: - Each short chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards - Scientific information is broken down into easily digestible chunks with accompanying illustrations, to help aspiring nurses get to grips with this complex subject - Case studies, activities and other learning features help students translate the theory to practice - Provides revision guidance and strategies for tackling exams and assessments
