A Handbook for Nurses (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. K. Watson

9780266532347: A Handbook for Nurses (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266532349 ISBN 13: 9780266532347

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Care-ready guidance for the nurse on the job

A Handbook for Nurses offers practical, field-tested instruction for private and clinical nursing. This edition presents a clear, actionable mix of anatomy basics, patient care, and technique, with emphasis on rest, support, and safe handling. It aims to help you improvise supplies and manage common emergencies with confidence.

In plain terms, you’ll find structured guidance on the skeleton and joints, the use of splints and bandaging, plaster applications, and the care of injured patients. The book also covers nursing duties, diet and drug administration, wounds, and operations, plus special chapters on emergencies and patient care during medical procedures. It’s designed as a reliable reference you can turn to in the moment.
What you’ll experience

Step-by-step instructions for splints, bandages, and cast-making
Practical tips for nursing care, patient safety, and prompt decision-making
Illustrated explanations of common injuries and how to manage them
Appendices with feeding guidelines, recipes, weights and measures, and glossaries

Ideal for nursing students, trained nurses, and anyone responsible for home or private patient care who wants practical, ready-to-use knowledge.

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