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Books in Assisting

This portfolio covers support roles in clinical settings, including patient care, bedside assistance, and teamwork. It features practical guidance, communication skills, and safety protocols that optimize patient safety and caregiver effectiveness.

  • Taschenwissen Pflegefachassistenz

    • 2nd Edition
    • Daniel Latz
    • German
    Mini Karten – maxi Wissen!Sie sind in der Pflegehilfe oder Pflege(fach)assisten... tätig oder in der Ausbildung dafür? Sie bereiten sich auf Ihren Einsatz in der Altenpflege, Krankenpflege oder Kinderkrankenpflege vor oder arbeiten bereits dort? Dann hilft Ihnen Taschenwissen Pflegefachassistenz bei vielen Fragen, die Ihnen in Ihrem Arbeitsbereich begegnen können, z. B. zu den Themen Körperpflege, Pflegedokumentation, Hin- und Weglauftendenz, Notfall, Vitalzeichen. Von A bis Z gegliedert, auf das Wesentliche reduziert sowie übersichtlich strukturiert mit Abbildungen, Tabellen und Schemata liefert jede Karte punktgenau das benötigte Wissen.Schnell – sicher – praxisnahNeu in der 2. Auflage:neue Karte: Beobachtung/Pflegesi... Inhalte aktualisiert und auf dem neuesten Stand

  • Ausbildungsnachweis generalistische Pflegefachassistenzausbildung

    Kompetenzorientierte Arbeits- und Lernaufgaben durchführen und dokumentieren
    • 1st Edition
    • Susanne Lunk
    • German
    Helfen Sie Ihren Auszubildenden strukturiert durch die Praxiseinsätze in der Pflege zu kommen!Dieses Buch ist Ihr unverzichtbares Nachweisdokument für die praktischen Einsätze in der Pflegeassistenz, Pflegefachassistenz und Pflegehilfe. Es bietet Ihnen die perfekte Unterstützung zum Verfassen von Arbeits- und Lernaufgaben.Ideal zur Planung, Konzeption und Dokumentation der praktischen Ausbildung – auch mit generalistischer Ausrichtung.Der Inhalt des Buches begleitet Auszubildende an allen Einsatzorten mitexemplarischen Arbeits- und Lernaufgaben – diese können eigenständig von den Auszubildenden bearbeitet werden,Vorlagen für die Dokumentation und den Nachweis der praktischen Ausbildung,strukturi... Hilfestellung für Praxisanleitungen bei der Begleitung von Auszubildenden,Vorla... für alle Erst-, Zwischen- und Abschlussgespräche sowie Reflexionsbögen.Nutz... Sie dieses Buch,um die Ausbildung optimal zu gestaltenund um in der Praxis perfekt vorbereitet zu sein -und leben Sie so erfolgreich eine kompetenzorientierte Ausbildung!Dieses Buch richtet sich an Pflegeschulen, die für Auszubildende der Hilfsberufe moderne Praxisnachweise brauchen, Praxisanleitende, Auszubildende der Pflegeassistenz und Pflegefachassistenz, Auszubildende anderer Pflegehilfsberufe.

  • Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants

    • 11th Edition
    • Leighann Remmert
    • English
    Known for its comprehensive coverage, readability, and visual presentation, Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants, 11th Edition helps prepare you to work in long-term care, acute care, and subacute care settings — and includes a practice scenario in each chapter to enhance your clinical judgment skills. It’s the most comprehensive text for CNA programs, packed with step-by-step instructions for more than 100 procedures. Lifespan coverage includes skills not only for adults and older residents, but also for maternity and pediatric patients, so you can be comfortable working in a variety of care settings. Shorter, more focused chapters allow you to learn in manageable portions and an enhanced art program clarifies important concepts and procedural steps.

  • Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants

    • 9th Edition
    • Clare Kostelnick
    • English
    **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Long Term Care**Gain the knowledge and skills you need to provide safe, compassionate long-term care! Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants, 9th Edition prepares you to succeed as a professional caregiver for residents in long-term care settings. More than 100 step-by-step procedures include clear instructions for performing skills such as bedmaking, measuring vital signs, and collecting specimens. Not only does the book cover the functions and limitations of the nursing assistant’s role, but its delegation guidelines outline the information you need to collect from the nurse and care plan before performing and then documenting a procedure. Written by Clare Kostelnick, an experienced nurse and instructor, this text also helps you prepare for success on the Nursing Assistant certification exam.

  • Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review for Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants

    • 9th Edition
    • Clare Kostelnick
    • English
    Get the review and practice you need to master the nursing assistant’s role in long-term care! With chapters corresponding to the chapters in Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants, 9th Edition, the Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review provides engaging exercises and questions to reinforce your understanding of nurse assisting concepts and procedures. Detailed procedure checklists help you master the skills tested on the NATCEP® exam, and other activities encourage critical thinking. It’s an all-in-one study guide and certification exam review!

  • Workbook for Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician

    • 2nd Edition
    • Kimberly Townsend Little
    • English
    Use this workbook to review and practice the skills performed by patient care technicians! The essential companion to Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician, 2nd Edition, this study guide uses a variety of exercises, activities, and review questions to help you get the most out of your textbook. Procedure checklists help you practice and gain confidence with the skills in the text, and critical thinking activities let you apply content to practice. It’s the study tool you need to prepare for Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant Certification exams!

  • Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician

    • 2nd Edition
    • Kimberly Townsend Little
    • English
    Master the skills you need to succeed as a patient care technician! Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician, 2nd Edition provides a solid foundation in healthcare principles and in the procedures performed by PCTs and other health professionals. Coverage of skills includes patient hygiene, infection control, taking vital signs, moving and positioning of patients, blood and specimen collecting and testing, ECG placement and monitoring, care of the surgical patient, care of older adults, and more. Clear, step-by-step instructions help you learn each procedure, and may also be used as skills checklists. Written by nursing educator Kimberly Townsend Little, this text prepares students for success on Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant Certification exams.

  • Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants - Text and Workbook package

    • 7th Edition
    • Leighann Remmert + 1 more
    • English

  • Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants

    • 7th Edition
    • Leighann Remmert + 1 more
    • English
    Master the role and responsibilities of today’s nursing assistant! Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants, 7th Edition provides concise, easy-to-understand guidelines for the skills performed by nursing assistants. Step-by-step procedures are included for more than 75 key procedures, and patient scenarios help you apply your knowledge and develop critical thinking skills. A primary focus is the importance of treating residents with respect while providing safe, competent, and efficient care. And with OBRA-mandated coverage of the concepts and skills you need to master, you will prepare for success on state certification exams!

  • Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review for Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants

    • 7th Edition
    • Leighann Remmert + 1 more
    • English
    Reinforce your understanding of essential nurse assisting skills and competencies! Corresponding to the chapters in Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants, 7th Edition, this workbook uses a variety of exercises, activities, and review questions to help you get the most out of your textbook. Checklists make it easier to study and practice each of the 75 procedures in the text. And the Competency Evaluation Review section helps you prepare for the certification exam with a review of content, skills evaluation, and two practice exams! Answers are provided for the review and exam questions included in the Competency Evaluation Review section.

  • Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants

    • 2nd Edition
    • Karen Anderson
    • English
    Gain the knowledge and skills you need to safely administer medications! Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants, 2nd Edition covers the principles and techniques of drug administration for common drugs and over-the-counter medications. It addresses topics such as basic pharmacology, the effect of drugs on body systems, delegation and lifespan considerations, ethics and laws, and math skills for accurate dosage calculation. Written by Karen Anderson, this text is a complete guide to the medication assistant’s role, function, and scope of practice.

  • Sorrentino's Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker

    • 5th Edition
    • Mary J. Wilk
    • English
    Learn to provide personal care and professional support in a variety of health care settings! Sorrentino’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker, 5th Edition helps you build the skills you need to succeed as a PSW (personal support worker). Illustrated, step-by-step guidelines to 93 procedures show how to perform your role safely and effectively. New to this edition are more case studies plus coverage of the latest issues relating to supportive care in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home care. Written by Sheila Sorrentino, Leighann Remmert, and Canadian educator Mary Wilk, this text is known for its easy-to-understand approach, superb photographs, and comprehensive coverage. It’s no wonder that Sorrentino’s is the #1 book used by students in support worker programs across Canada.

  • Workbook to Accompany Sorrentino's Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker

    • 5th Edition
    • Mary J. Wilk + 4 more
    • English
    Reinforce your understanding of Sorrentino’s Canadian Textbook for the Support Worker, 5th Edition! Designed to accompany Sorrentino’s bestselling textbook, this workbook helps you review and master all of the text’s important concepts, skills, and procedures. Worksheets for the topics in each chapter include multiple-choice questions, true and false questions, matching and labelling exercises, and other activities. Matching the textbook chapter for chapter, this helpful study tool ensures that you are prepared for success in your career as a support worker.

  • Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants - Soft Cover Version

    • 10th Edition
    • Sheila A. Sorrentino + 1 more
    • English
    Known for its comprehensive coverage, readability, and visual presentation, Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants, 10th Edition helps prepare you to work in long-term care, acute care, and subacute care settings — and includes a practice scenario in each chapter to enhance clinical judgment skills. It is the most comprehensive text for CNA programs, packed with step-by-step instructions for over 100 procedures and perfect for programs that are 80 hours or longer. The lifespan coverage includes skills not only for adults and older residents, but also for maternity and pediatric patients, so you are comfortable in a variety of care settings. New chapter organization allows you to learn in manageable portions and a revitalized art program clarifies important concepts and procedural steps

  • Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review for Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants

    • 10th Edition
    • Sheila A. Sorrentino + 1 more
    • English
    It’s an essential workbook and exam review all in one! Corresponding to the chapters in Sorrentino and Remmert’s comprehensive text, the Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review for Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants, 10th Edition reinforces your understanding with numerous exercises and review questions — including matching, multiple-choice, labeling, crosswords, and mini case studies. Checklists for each of the 100+ procedures in the text help you study key skills. The　Competency Evaluation Review　section prepares you for the CNA exam with a review of content, a skills evaluation review, and two practice exams.

  • Residential, Home and Community Aged Care Instructors Pack

    • 2nd Edition
    • Carla Unicomb + 1 more
    • English
    The Instructors Resource Pack is an ideal resource for instructors teaching the Certificate III in Individual Support. Written by Carla Unicomb and Wendy Bell, both skilled VET practitioners with extensive experience in and up-to-date knowledge of the Australian community services and health sector, the Instructors Resource Pack contains essential tools that can be customised to meet individual training needs and support compliance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. The Instructors Resource Pack includes: Final assessments Model answers to activities in the workbook Model answers to final assessments PowerPoint slides To find out more, visit www.elsevierhealthon...

  • Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician

    • 1st Edition
    • Kimberly Townsend Little
    • English
    Learn to master the wide range of information and skills needed by today’s health care workers with Fundamental Concepts and Skills for Patient Care Technicians. While its comprehensive coverage of patient care is appropriate for all types of health care workers, this all-new text is specifically designed to prepare students and professionals for the topics they will face on the Patient Care Technician or the Nursing Assistant certification exams. Coverage includes working within the healthcare team, ethics, laws, communication, understanding patients, culture, patient rights, body structure and function, and growth and development. Procedure units cover safety, infection control, moving and transfers, vital signs, patient assessment, care, comfort, hygiene, and grooming, nutrition and fluids, elimination and respiration skills, and care of the surgical patient. Plus, advanced skills for Patient Care Technicians such as specimen collection, phlebotomy procedures and ECG procedures are also included.

  • Workbook for Fundamental Concepts and Skills for the Patient Care Technician

    • 1st Edition
    • Kimberly Townsend Little
    • English
    This workbook reinforces students' understanding of textbook content with numerous exercises, activities, and practice questions. Multiple-choice questions help reinforce content from each chapter. Ordered response questions emphasize proper procedure steps. Critical thinking exercises present a case study to help students apply concepts to practice. The practice exam helps students prepare for certification examination. Over 75 checklists - one for every procedure in the text - assist in mastering the skills necessary for safe patient care.

  • Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants

    • 6th Edition
    • Leighann Remmert + 1 more
    • English
    Designed for shorter programs of 85 hours or fewer, Mosby's Essentials for Nursing Assistants, 6th Edition provides coverage of the concepts and skills that are essential for becoming a nursing assistant. Known for its reader-friendly approach, and bright visual presentation, the text covers OBRA-mandated content including step-by-step procedures for 76 skills covered on the latest NATSEP certification exams. With focus on quality of life in the patient/person and self-pride in the nursing assistant this concise text emphasizes the importance of treating residents with respect while providing safe, competent, and efficient care. New features include Focus on Math to help you master the formulas and calculations necessary for safe and effective caregiving and Focus on Pride: Application, which directs you to focus on residents’ emotional and mental needs during specific procedures.

  • Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants

    • 8th Edition
    • Clare Kostelnick
    • English
    With its highly visual format, topical information, and easy-to-follow guidance, Mosby’s Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants, 8th Edition is the perfect resource to help you master the ins and outs of long-term care. One hundred step-by-step procedures — all written at the sixth-grade reading level — provide clear instructions for completing skills. Helpful spotlight boxes and realistic patient scenarios reinforce the nursing assistant’s roles and responsibilities that are needed in today’s long-term care settings. New features in this edition include an all-new chapter on culture and religion; a new chapter on career management and getting hired; new procedures; and updated content on topical issues like confusion and dementia, hypertension, American Heart Association CPR, cancer, and more. As with previous editions, the focus on OBRA content and patient quality of life will underscore competent and respectful care.

  • Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review for Mosby's Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants

    • 8th Edition
    • Clare Kostelnick
    • English
    Get a wide variety of exercises to enhance your learning with the Workbook and Competency Evaluation Review to Mosby’s Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants, 8th Edition. This chapter-to-chapter companion to Mosby’s Textbook for Long-Term Care Nursing Assistants, 8th Edition, builds critical thinking skills and prepares you for your certification exam and clinical practice. Engaging review questions, exercises, and independent learning activities go beyond the textbook to help you practice procedures required for certification and help you learn to provide competent and respectful care.

  • PROP - Advanced Home Health Aide with CPR Custom Text

    • 1st Edition
    • Anthem
    • English

  • PROP - Patient Care Assistant Custom Text

    • 1st Edition
    • Anthem
    • English

  • PROP - Articulated Nursing Assistant Custom Text

    • 1st Edition
    • Anthem
    • English

  • Workbook for Mosby's Textbook for the Home Care Aide

    • 3rd Edition
    • Joan M. Birchenall + 1 more
    • English
    Use this workbook to review the knowledge required by home care aides and practice the procedures you’ll be performing as a home care aide! Corresponding to the chapters in Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition, this practical study tool helps you understand and apply the material with fun activities and a step-by-step checklist for each procedure in the textbook. Written by home care experts Joan Birchenall and Eileen Streight, this workbook prepares you for the many situations you may encounter as a home care aide.

  • Mosby's Textbook for the Home Care Aide

    • 3rd Edition
    • Joan M. Birchenall + 1 more
    • English
    Covering the essential content and procedures a home care aide needs to know, Mosby’s Textbook for the Home Care Aide, 3rd Edition prepares you for success in this rapidly growing field. A clear approach makes the book easy to use and understand, featuring hundreds of full-color photographs and drawings along with step-by-step procedures for skills performed by home care aides. Updated and expanded in this edition are chapters on meeting the client’s nutritional needs and on getting and keeping a job. Written by home care experts Joan Birchenall and Eileen Streight, this textbook prepares you for the many types of situations you may encounter as a home care aide.

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