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Title: Pocket Guide to Basic Skills and Procedures (Nursing Pocket Guides)
Publisher: Mosby
Publication Date: 2002
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0323019242
ISBN 13: 9780323019248
Binding: Soft cover
Edition: 5th or later Edition
Condition: acceptable

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This popular pocket guide is a practical, portable reference for students and practitioners performing basic skills in any clinical setting. Grouped according to specialty area, nearly 100 commonly performed procedures are presented in a clear, step-by-step format that includes the purpose, equipment list, and rationales for each step.

� Skills presented in a clear, 2-column format with rationales for each step.
� Concise, consistent format for each skill.
� Nursing Process framework for skills is consistent with other nursing core texts and provides a logical flow.
� Standard Protocols summarizes essential steps required before, during, and after every nursing skill.

* New skills on Assessing for Orthostatic Hypotension, Applying Sequential Compression Stockings, Using Mechanical Lifts, Charting Client-Related Information, and Completing a Change of Shift Report.
* Delegation Considerations at the beginning of each skill detail the nurse's responsibilities when delegating specific skills to assistive personnel.
* Cultural and Spiritual Considerations follow appropriate skills.
* Client Responses Requiring Immediate Action identify potentially dangerous responses and provide appropriate nursing actions.
* Gloving logo identifies circumstances when the use of clean gloves is recommended.
* Standard Protocols highlights essential steps required for every nursing skill and eliminates repetition.

About the Authors

Anne Griffin Perry, RN, MSN, EdD, FAAN is a Professor Emerita, School of Nursing, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, Illinois.

Veronica Peterson, BA, RN, BSN, MS, Manager of Clinical Support, University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation; Adjunct Clinical Instructor, University of Wisconsin School of Nursing, Madison, WI

Patricia A. Potter, RN, MSN, PhD, FAAN is a Former Director of Research, Patient Care Services Barnes-Jewish Hospital St. Louis, Missouri.

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