A Nurse's Survival Guide to the Ward

By Sharon L. Edwards, Ann Richards, Ann Richards

Book Overview

If you are a nurse starting work on the ward or returning to practice this book is an indispensable partner for you. It provides instantly accessible practical guidance on day-to-day procedures and problems in a variety of areas including:

How to organise your job and yourselfHow to assess patientsImportant principles, procedures and investigationsClinical information on a wide range of conditionsHow to administer drugs safelyWhat to do in an emergency As well as information on how to do the job, the importance of communication and nursing care issues is emphasised. Background information is also given on underlying legal, health and safety issues.Comprehensive coverage to offer security in any hospital settingSuccinct information in boxes, lists etc to facilitate assimilation of information 'on the spot'Attractive page design and well signposted layout to enable quick access to the right informationFlexicover to maintain quality in a clinical setting and when frequently used

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0443053952
• ISBN13: 9780443053955
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.3" x 0.8" x 5.0"