Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced, Sixth Edition - Softcover

Smith, Sandra F.; Duell, Donna; Martin, Barbara; Smith, Sandra

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130493716 ISBN 13: 9780130493712

Publisher: Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

This best selling resource remains a comprehensive source of the essential information needed for success at all levels of nursing. New to this edition is a chapter on Mass Casualty Disaster Nursing as well as new sections on maternity and pediatrics. Additional new features include: evidenced based nursing care, cultural/religious considerations, case studies, expanded management guidelines, and a focus on community based nursing. Appropriate for all levels of nursing - from basic to advanced.

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From the Back Cover:

This best seller remains a comprehensive source of essential clinical skills presented within the nursing process framework to facilitate student success. Now in its Sixth Edition, Clinical Nursing Skills continues its high standards for skill presentation. The book provides over 650 basic, intermediate, and advanced skills presented in a clear, concise, and step-by-step format, supported by over 1100 photos and illustrations.

Special Features

• NEW—Coverage of disaster nursing includes the latest information on: triage, smallpox vaccination, personal protection, and nursing interventions in case of an emergency.
• NEW—Pediatric and maternity assessments and selected skills round out students' knowledge of special populations.
• NEW—Cultural Competence and Evidence-Based Nursing Practice sections highlight their impact on nursing practice.
• NEW—Case studies present real-world scenarios for students.
• Expanded Theoretical Concepts open each chapter to offer students a base of knowledge.
• Clinical Alerts highlight critical aspects of client care.
• Expanded Management and Delegation Guidelines point out regulations of care.
• Critical Thinking strategies, with a focus on unexpected outcomes, help students apply skills in practice.
• Gerontologic Considerations provide variations for the older adult allowing students to identify the clear differences in this growing population.

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About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0130493716
• ISBN 13: 9780130493712
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1200