Books in Nursing and midwifery

The Nursing & Midwifery subject area provides evidence-based content to support nurses and interprofessional teams in preparation, development, and everyday clinical care. Providing content for nursing students, nurse educators, NPs, LPNs/LVNs, RNs, APRNs, and more, the nursing portfolio covers all areas of nursing including NCLEX & Certification titles, Community Nursing, Nursing Pharmacology, Oncology, Nutrition, Home Health, Case Management, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Gerontology, Critical Care, Pediatric Nursing, Care Planning, Midwifery, Leadership & Management, Nurse Anesthesia, Psychiatric Mental Health, and more.

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Managing Risk in Community Practice

1st Edition
October 23, 2000
Andy Alaszewski
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 2 6 0 3 - 4

This book will providean accessible account of the key issues involved in risk assessment and management. It will focus on how nurses make decisions about clients and risk, which are essential to quality, safe nursing care. It will draw extensively on case study material gained through research in this area which the authors have undertaken and was commissioned by the English National Board, and will be likely to form the basis for educational requirements in this area in the future.

Ethics in Midwifery

2nd Edition
September 26, 2000
Shirley R. Jones
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 2 3 4 - 3 1 7 2 - 5

This book examines the principles and realities of ethics in midwifery practice today. It explains basic ethical theory, looking at how dilemmas occur and the ethical bases on which conflicts can be resolved. Through a series of case studies, options and issues for consideration are reviewed, particularly in areas of increasing concern and debate such as confidentiality, autonomy, screening, abortion, assisted conception and withholding treatment.This book will be of value to all students and practicing midwives who need to understand the principles and practice of ethics, especially how to apply ethical thought and action in their own day-to-day work.

The Roper-Logan-Tierney Model of Nursing

1st Edition
September 21, 2000
Nancy Roper + 2 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 6 3 7 3 - 2

This book provides the definitive account of the Roper-Logan-Tierney model of nursing, including in-depth discussion of its conceptual development, its place within the wider body of nursing theory and a critique of its application in practice. The book will conclude with a wider discussion of the place of this model for nursing in the face of ongoing challenges in both nursing and health care throughout the world.

Biological Aspects of Mental Health Nursing

1st Edition
September 12, 2000
Shupi Rinomhota + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 5 9 9 0 - 2

Over the past two decades there has been a remarkable explosion in the understanding of the biological basis of the brain and the impact of that on behaviour. Furthermore, developments in pharmacological therapeutic approaches continue at a tremendous rate. Yet, although there are many mental health nursing textbooks available, veryfew address this significant aspect of mental health in any depth. Clearly, in order to deliver informed holistic care, it is vital that practitioners appreciate the biological aspects of mental health problems and the associated implications for clients, families and the practitioner.This book aims to provide a broad overview of the neurobiological factors which may contribute to, and arise from, the development of mental health problems, and seeks to clearly identify issues relevant to mental health nursing practice. Key issues addressed include: The important role of homeostasis in maintaining physical and emotional well-being The important link between immunology and nutrition and mental healthThe co-ordinated role of neuro-function and endocrine function in influencing behaviourAdaptive and maladaptive responses of the body to stress and stressorsAgeing process as a continuum of life and its relation to mental healthRestorative function of sleep

Clinical Microbiology

8th Edition
September 5, 2000
Jennie Wilson
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 2 3 1 6 - 3

This book provides clearand concise information about microorganisms, how they cause infection and how they can be treated. The many illustrations throughout the text help make the information more accessible and the comprehensive referencing used will enable further in depth study if required by the reader.

Cancer Nursing Practice

1st Edition
August 22, 2000
Nora Kearney + 2 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 0 6 0 4 0 - 3

This textbook is unique in that it is the first European text for nurses practicing beyond the novice level in cancer nursing. Previously European cancer nurses have had to rely on North American texts, which are not always culturally transferable. The book presents a synthesis of important issues, which underpin the practice of advanced cancer nursing and are vital to experiencedpractitioners in moving cancer nursing forward. The central concerns of the book reflect the emerging roles of the advanced specialist practitioner and include advanced practice, education, management and research. The text is written by recognised cancernursing experts from throughout Europe who collectively are involved in shaping the future of cancer nursing across the continent.

The Art of Nursing

1st Edition
August 3, 2000
Carolyn Cooper
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 2 1 6 - 8 2 1 6 - 7

This unique book helps nurses identify and develop the personal qualities that go into "artful" nursing practice. Based on nurse stories that portray the art of nursing, the book guides students to analyse how each personal quality or concept is actualised in the story, understand the challenges to enactment of the concept, and then apply the concept experientially through group and individual exercises. The text illustrates and elaborates onthe forms of knowledge used by nurses and concepts central to the art of nursing such as care, spirituality, presence, compassion, self-care and advocacy.

Linking Research and Practice in Midwifery

1st Edition
July 24, 2000
Sue Proctor
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 2 2 9 7 - 5

This book explores how the links between midwifery research and practice can be developed and strengthened, in order to lead directly to care based on the best available evidence. Based on the realities of midwifery practice, contributions by researchers, practitioners and consumers explore the core issues, which challenge midwives in their practice, and how these challenges may be met. Comprising two sections, the book deals clearly and in detail with the complex issues involved in developing evidence-based practice. The first section considers the context of research in todays healthcare structure, after reflecting on the current and past positions of research in midwifery. Issues such as ethical decisions and the involvement of women and babies in research are explored prior to a discussion of the different stages of the research process. Continual professional and practice development through education and audit are also examined. Section Two highlights some of the core skills for research in midwifery and offers guidance and tips from experts in their fields. Throughout the book, examples from practice and reflective exercise illustrate and underpin theoretical points.

Behavioural Distress

1st Edition
July 12, 2000
Bob Gates + 2 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 2 4 1 5 - 3

Many people find themselves without the experience or skills to deal with individuals with behaviour they do not like or find threatening. This much- needed new text provides insights and access to a range of therapeutic interventions.The book is divided into three sections. The first provides theoretical background, addresses legal and ethical issues, and raises questions about the language we use to describe behaviour we find difficult to understand. This is followed by the main part of the book and descriptions of seven different approaches and interventions. The third section of the book discusses the problematic nature of evidence for choosing particular interventions and therapies.Attractively presented, the book includes:case studiesreader activitieslists of resources, such as annotated bibliographies, addresses of organisations and website addressesThis text will be of benefit to anyone working in health and social services, educational, and independent settings, as well as students, parents and carers.Written and edited by an interdisciplinary group of expert contributors, this book provides a unique resource that details a wide range of therapeutic interventions in one text.

Trauma Care

1st Edition
July 1, 2000
Deborah Langstaff + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 - 0 - 7 5 0 6 - 3 5 0 2 - 8

Real-life case studies are used in delivering practical advice and information on specific aspects of care delivery and risk management. The experience of the patient is the main focus, making this an invaluable text for all those involved in the trauma and recovery process.

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