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Nursing Knowledge & Practice - Nurse for Life (Evolve Select), 2nd Edition

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By Maggie Mallik, BSc(Hons), MPhil, DipNursing(Lond), PGCertEd, RGN, Carol Hall, BSc(Hons), PhD, DipNursing(Lond), PGDipAdEd, PGDip(Research Methods), RGN RSCN and David Howard, MEd, PhD, CertEd, DipNursing(Lond), RGN, RMN
This comprehensive core U.K. textbook is designed to be the ideal basis for foundation nursing studies. Unlike other books, it provides a unique and innovative decision-making approach by integrating the knowledge base from subject areas within the n ...view more
This comprehensive core U.K. textbook is designed to be the ideal basis for foundation nursing studies. Unlike other books, it provides a unique and innovative decision-making approach by integrating the knowledge base from subject areas within the nursing curriculum through a focus on the needs of service users. It emphasizes that such needs provide the focal point for student learning across all fields of nursing practice. The clear format of each chapter identifies the relevant biological, psychosocial, care delivery, professional and ethical knowledge that is needed to inform decision making and to gain the practice knowledge needed for the statutory competencies for registration as a nurse. The reflective knowledge sections explore the complexity and diversity of nursing practice. Each chapter is designed to encourage reflection on practice and critical thinking.
ISBN :
9780702033629
Publication Date :
09-06-2004
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This comprehensive core U.K. textbook is designed to be the ideal basis for foundation nursing studies. Unlike other books, it provides a unique and innovative decision-making approach by integrating the knowledge base from subject areas within the nursing curriculum through a focus on the needs of service users. It emphasizes that such needs provide the focal point for student learning across all fields of nursing practice. The clear format of each chapter identifies the relevant biological, psychosocial, care delivery, professional and ethical knowledge that is needed to inform decision making and to gain the practice knowledge needed for the statutory competencies for registration as a nurse. The reflective knowledge sections explore the complexity and diversity of nursing practice. Each chapter is designed to encourage reflection on practice and critical thinking.

New to this edition
  • A chapter on communication
  • Clinical governance, risk assessment and risk management
  • Fully updated evidence-base
  • Suggestions for portfolio evidence
  • Annotated Web site addresses

  • Key Features
  • Clear sections identify the relevant knowledge base to assist students in applying their knowledge in practice
  • Case studies reflect the diverse range of client needs and care settings of the four nursing branches enabling students to apply theory to practice
  • Reflective exercises and decision-making activities encourage students to make links to nursing practice, and reflect on their experience
  • Current research is highlighted throughout demonstrating the evidence-base for practice decisions
  • Annotated further reading provides a resource for further study

  • Author Information
    By Maggie Mallik, BSc(Hons), MPhil, DipNursing(Lond), PGCertEd, RGN, Research Fellow, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, The University of Nottingham, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK; Carol Hall, BSc(Hons), PhD, DipNursing(Lond), PGDipAdEd, PGDip(Research Methods), RGN RSCN, Associate Professor and Child Health Lead, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, The University of Nottingham, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK; David Howard, MEd, PhD, CertEd, DipNursing(Lond), RGN, RMN, Associate Professor, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, The University of Nottingham, Queen’s Medical Centre and Senior Fellow, Institute of Mental Health, Nottingham, UK