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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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    • Sterilization, Disinfection & Control

      • 3rd Edition
      • August 1, 1998
      • Joan F. Gardner + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 0 5 4 3 5 8
      This valuable resource is designed to advise, guide, inform and support those who are involved in the provision of sterile supplies and services.

    • Interpersonal Communication and Psychology

      • 1st Edition
      • December 22, 1998
      • Dev Rungapadiachy
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 5 0 6 4 0 8 0 0
      The foundations of helping or caring rests on the carer's understanding of human behaviour and their skills in facilitating effective interpersonal communication. Whilst psychology can be taught without the mere mention of interpersonal communication, the same cannot be said for interpersonal skills training. Effective interpersonal communication is grounded in psychological principles. The book is structured in three sections: intrapersonal dynamics - the ongoing psychological processes within oneself; interpersonal dynamics - the behaviour one exhibits; and interpersonal skills - the prerequisites to communication with others.

    • Psychological Perspectives on Pregnancy and Childbirth

      • 1st Edition
      • February 16, 1998
      • Sarah Clement
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 0 5 7 6 0 1
      This is a book about the psychological journey women make when they become pregnant, give birth and adjust to life after childbirth. The focus of the book is on three main issues: The experience for women, their families and caregivers, the psychologicalneeds of women and their families at this time and the best way for caregivers to meet these psychological needs. The contributions in this book should provoke thought, discussion and debate about the psychological side of maternity care, and ultimately enhance the psychological care that is given to women and their families before, during and after childbirth.

    • Promoting Positive Practice in Nursing Older People

      • 1st Edition
      • June 29, 1998
      • Sharon Pickering + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 2 0 8 0 3
      Demographically, the care of older people is a growing area of concern. The growth in nursing care in this area has been tremendous both within and without the NHS. Nursing texts have tended to be limited to medical aspects of ill-health, but nursing older people as a specialty is developing a much more positive, holistic focus. This book provides a practice-based text concentrating on how nursing should focus on positive aspects of care and developing quality of life.Growing older is often regarded purely in negative terms and this has a profound influence on the practice of caring for older people. This innovative text focuses on promoting a positive approach to practice and the value of older people in our society. Unlike other books in this field, it avoids a medical approach and instead focuses on health, individuality and relationships in caring--the quality of life which should be the aim of care.Section 1--Values, Attitudes and Beliefs: cultural perspectives, choice and autonomy, risk managementSection 2--Optimum Health: positive approaches to health, sexuality, spirituality, social networksSection 3: Therapeutic Interventions: communication, touch, sensory environments, relaxationSection 4: Future Issues: outcome measures, resource issues, policy dimensions.Drawing on a range of contributors from the fields of learning disabilities and mental health as well as adult health, the editors have recognised that many different disciplines can contribute to developing new partnerships in approaches to care. Practice-focused, the text features case studies and activities extensively to encourage readers to reflect on their own values and experiences and the experiences of older people.This practice-based text will inspire both students and practitioners working with older people to reflect upon their practice, think differently and discover new approaches to care.

    • Older People, Nursing & Mental Health

      • 1st Edition
      • October 23, 1998
      • Alan Crump + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 5 0 6 2 4 4 0 4
      A much needed practical nursing text addressing the complex problems posed by the growing number of elderly people with mental health problems. The book can be used as an everyday companion for qualified nurses or for teaching health care assistants and students about practical interventions, therapeutic approaches and for developing knowledge and attitudes. Wider issues are considered, including the care continuum through acute to continuing care, and different care environments.

    • Sociology as Applied to Nursing and Health Care

      • 1st Edition
      • September 15, 1998
      • Mary Birchenall + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 1 9 3 2 6
      Nursing practice needs to be informed by an understanding of people and the societies in which they live. This introductory text has been designed specifically to discuss those aspects of sociology which are most relevant to nursing and the health care context in which it takes place. Divided into five sections linking to key issues of relevance to nursing, it provides an accessible introduction to major sociological themes and ideas. Each chapter clearly sets out the key concepts itcovers and includes case studies and examples which link to a variety of settings and client groups. The reader is encouraged to consider issues critically,via the use of reflection and discussion questions, and further reading and references are provided for each chapter. At the end of the book, there is a helpful glossary of sociological terminology. All students taking nursing and health sciences courses, and social sciences modules will find this book a readable and above all, relevant, introduction to sociology and health care.

    • Serious Mental Health Problems in the Community

      • 1st Edition
      • June 14, 1998
      • Charles Brooker + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 2 1 2 7 5
      The shift in the care of people with serious mental illness to community-based care has been the subject of intense policy, educational and research activity, yet the provision of effective services remains problematic. This book brings together experts from a range of disciplines to provide a comprehensive and contemporary account of community services.Section I: Contemporary Issues in Community Health Care Services provides an informed and critical overview of the effect of policy framework, organizational structures, economic issues and the principles of 'good' practice in the provision of community services for people with serious mental health problems.Section II: Specific Intervention strategies summarises much of the work to date on working effectively with people who have serious mental health problems. It combines research evidence and practical illustrations of approaches and interventions with informed comment on their efficacy and implementation in routine clinical practice.Chapters include key points, case studies, questions for reflection and discussion and suggested further reading. Relevant research and evidence is cited throughout and the need for further research in this area are emphasised.All students and practitioners involved in planning, providing and evaluating services for people who have serious mental health problems will find this book an invaluable source of information for developing and delivering effective services.

    • Pain

      • 1st Edition
      • May 7, 1997
      • Veronica Nicky Thomas
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 7 0 2 0 2 2 9 3 7
      A comprehensive, holistic textbook addressing--in detail--the nature of pain and its management.

    • Working in the Operating Theater

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 6, 1997
      • Bakul Kumar
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 0 5 5 7 3 7
      This new edition provides a clear and straightforward introduction to the scientific principles and clinical practice of working in an operating department. The book covers the basic sciences, physics, and electronics as well as clinical practice in anaesthesia, recovery, and surgery. The book also includes coverage of acid-base and electrolyte balance, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and the management of chronic pain.

    • Homeopathy for Midwives

      • 1st Edition
      • July 28, 1997
      • Barbara Geraghty
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 0 5 7 0 8 3
      This is a concise introduction to homoeopathy for the midwife (and nurse-midwife). It starts with a brief introduction to the principles of homoeopathy and the use of remedies. It then presents a series of full page tables to aid the midwife in rapid and clear assessment of the client's needs and the remedy most likely to be appropriate for pregnancy, labour, the puerperium, breastfeeding problems and the newborn. The final section looks at the complete picture of symptoms most closely matched to each of aselected number of remedies. This section acts as a back-up reference for the midwife wishing to check or decide on a particular choice. The text aims to give a quick and clear set of options for treatment by homoeopathy.

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