Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing

Contemporary Practical/Vocational Nursing
Author: Corrine R. Kurzen
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780781782692

Now in its Sixth Edition, this text offers LPN/LVN students a basic introduction to the nursing profession. Unit 1, Getting Started, helps students adjust to the student nurse role, maintain a healthy personal life, communicate effectively, and recognize that NCLEX-PN� preparation begins the first day of class. Unit 2, Understanding Your Profession, summarizes the history of nursing and the roles and responsibilities of nurses. Unit 3, Preparing for Successful Practice, addresses ethical and legal issues and leadership and management skills. Unit 4, Moving Forward, discusses career planning and issues that confront nurses as they begin a career. Highlights of the Sixth Edition include additional leadership and management information, new case studies, enhanced NCLEX� information, material for non-traditional students, and interactive Assess Yourself boxes. Watch and Learn icons direct students to video clips on a companion Website.

Dermatology Nursing

Dermatology Nursing
Author: Esther Hughes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 269
Release: 2000-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780443062094

Common symptoms of skin problems are described including the structure of normal skin, and clinical conditions are examined. The text then discusses the future of dermatology nursing, in particular the opportunities offered by nurse practitioners and liaison roles.

Developing Practical Nursing Skills

Developing Practical Nursing Skills
Author: Nicola Neale
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 871
Release: 2022-05-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1000528146

Developing Practical Nursing Skills helps you learn and perfect the practical skills required to become a qualified nurse. Adopting a patient-focused and caring approach, this essential text helps you integrate nursing values alongside physical skills in your daily practice. Now in its fifth edition, the text takes into account the NMC standards of proficiency and is relevant to nurses across all fields. Key features of the book include: i) New chapters on mental health assessment and end-of-life care, along with expanded content on sleep, pain and medication management. ii) Full-colour text design with clear illustrations and clinical photographs to aid visual learning. iii) Reader-friendly style with learning outcomes, activities and reflection points to help you link theory to practice. iv) Scenarios from a range of settings, including community, mental health and learning disabilities nursing. v) A focus on adults and young people, and with 'pointers' on caring for children and pregnant women to promote a lifespan approach. This is a complete clinical skills resource for all pre-registration nursing students. It is also a useful text for nursing associate and healthcare support workers.

Practical General Practice Nursing E-Book

Practical General Practice Nursing E-Book
Author: Marion Welsh
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2021-06-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0702080462

This brand-new title Practical General Practice Nursing has been developed to support the professional development of the General Practice Nurse, in particular the ‘early career’ practitioner. This book provides a contemporary and practical approach to understanding the breadth and depth of this unique community nursing role. With the content developed by expert practitioners and nurse educators from across the UK this truly comprehensive book covers a wide range of clinical and professional topics. Presented in an easy to read format, which is illustrated in full colour, this book represents an excellent resource to support the practice nurse in the delivery of evidence-based care. Marion Welsh and Sue Brooks, both of whom have wealth of experience in working as General Practice Nurses, have edited this first edition, whose key features include: Comprehensive coverage of evidence-based person-centred care Practical application for contemporary practice Perspectives and policies from all four countries of the UK

Nursing Leadership, Management, and Professional Practice for the LPN/LVN

Nursing Leadership, Management, and Professional Practice for the LPN/LVN
Author: Tamara Dahlkemper
Publisher: F.A. Davis
Total Pages: 361
Release: 2017-06-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0803669852

Be prepared for the opportunities that await you! In today’s healthcare environment, the responsibilities and clinical practice of Licensed Practical Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses have expanded far beyond those of traditional settings. Build the knowledge you need to assume the leadership and management roles that you will be asked to fulfill and confidently navigate the increasingly complex environments in which you will practice. An easy-to-read writing style guides you every step of the way—helping you successfully transition from student to professional while still focusing on the humanistic aspects of caring.

Nursing Professionals

Nursing Professionals
Author: Kezia Endsley
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 121
Release: 2020-02-28
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1538133121

Welcome to the nursing field! If you are interested in a career as a nurse, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in these fields? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various fields? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Nursing Professionals: A Practical Career Guide, which includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers the following areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. • RNs • LPNs • Nurse Practitioners • Nursing Assistants • Orderlies

Reflective Practice in Nursing

Reflective Practice in Nursing
Author: Chris Bulman
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 231
Release: 2013-01-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118307771

From reviews of previous editions: 'This excellent book provides useful guidance on the use of reflection in practice.... a helpful addition to any nursing library.’ Primary Health Care '...an excellent investment in any nurses’ library portfolio.' Journal of Advanced Nursing 'An extremely welcome addition to nursing's literature on thoughtful, knowledgeable practice.' Nursing Times 'This is an excellent practical guide to reflective practice...I would highly recommend this book to all practice teachers and students.' Journal of Practice Nursing The ability to reflect on practice has become a competency demanded of every healthcare professional in recent years. It can be a daunting prospect- but this practical and accessible text guides the way, using the latest research and evidence to support the development of skills in reflective practice and provides help and advice on how to get started, how to write reflectively and how to continue to use reflective practice in everyday situations. This fifth edition of Reflective Practice in Nursing is an indispensable guide for students and practitioners alike who wish to learn more about reflective practice, as well as containing essential information for teachers and lecturers.

Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements

Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements
Author: American Nurses Association
Publisher: Nursesbooks.org
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2001
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1558101764

Pamphlet is a succinct statement of the ethical obligations and duties of individuals who enter the nursing profession, the profession's nonnegotiable ethical standard, and an expression of nursing's own understanding of its commitment to society. Provides a framework for nurses to use in ethical analysis and decision-making.

Study Guide to Accompany Rosdahl & Kowalski's Textbook of Basic Nursing

Study Guide to Accompany Rosdahl & Kowalski's Textbook of Basic Nursing
Author: Lazette Nowicki
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 454
Release: 2002-11-21
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780781734301

This excellent study guide helps LPN/LVN students get the most out of the Textbook of Basic Nursing, Eighth Edition. This concise learning tool allows students to review all the key material from the Eighth Edition and features a self-study CD-ROM they can use to help prepare for class or examinations.

NCLEX-PN Q&A Plus! Made Incredibly Easy!

NCLEX-PN Q&A Plus! Made Incredibly Easy!
Author: Lippincott
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 691
Release: 2012-09-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1451178972

This new NCLEX-PN review book provides both a succinct Content Review and more Q&A than any other NCLEX-PN review book. Each chapter opens with a Content Refresher, providing an overview of key information on each topic---it summarizes what is really important for NCLEX review. This is followed by high-quality Q&A, answers, and detailed Rationales, fully updated with the latest NCLEX-PN test plan. The book opens with a discussion of studying and test-taking strategies and describes the exam format in detail. Subsequent sections cover adult care, psychiatric care, maternal-neonatal care, care of the child, and coordinated care. The book also includes comprehensive examinations with answers, rationales, and client-needs information at the end of each answer. The new Graphic Option questions and Audio questions are also included. The online site provides 1,000 questions and answers in an interactive format that mirrors the NCLEX-PN exam. All the material is presented in the proven format of the Incredibly Easy series. Students will discover the stress-free way to study for NCLEX-PN. The format helps them actually enjoy learning, stay motivated, and improve their performance. Content, strategies, and Q&A---everything a student could want in an NCLEX review.