Clinical Nursing Skills [Hardcover]

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Book Description

ISBN-10: 0838515274 | ISBN-13: 978-0838515273 | Publication Date: January 1996 | Edition: 4

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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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.

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1124 pages
• Publisher: Appleton & Lange; 4 edition (January 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0838515274
• ISBN-13: 978-0838515273
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #258,434 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource and Worth the Money, November 3, 2000

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This review is from: Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced Skills (5th Edition) (Paperback)

This volume presents skills from very basic to very complex which will be used in a variety of clinical settings. This volume is probably not something a novice would snap up because of the price, but it a reference that every practicing nurse would want on the shelf - novice or expert. The pictures include current equipment. The steps of the procedure are detailed and include safety tips and equipment needed. Good idea for the student's special Christmas present or the nurses' station.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Class book, May 2, 2006

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chamberlang (mi) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced, Sixth Edition (Paperback)

We actually use this as our lab book in class. It has procedures layed out step by step and has rationales for why you do it that way. It has been very helpful to us in class. Pretty easy to find what you're looking for, although I don't really like how they have the book divided up into sections.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pictures are informative and all around great book, August 22, 2000

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Heather MK (Glendale, AZ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced Skills (5th Edition) (Paperback)

I really enjoy reading this book and looking at the pictures of procedures being done on patients. I am entering an LPN program soon and I feel that this book will be a great asset to me during my studies and throughout my career. Much recommended to anyone interesting in the nursing profession.