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Paperback. Condizione: New. New edition of a title in the popular Midwifery Essentials series originally published in conjunction with The Practising Midwife journal. The series covers core topics in midwifery education in an engaging and friendly format using a helpful 'jigsaw' approach which encourages readers to explore topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. effective communication, team working and health promotion. Helpful 'scenarios' throughout each volume encourage debate and reflection, core elements of midwifery education.Fully updated to provide a useful, friendly source of informationStrong focus on contemporary women-centred careDesigned to stimulate debate and reflection upon current practice, local policies and proceduresScenarios enable practitioners to understand the context of maternity care and explore their role in safe and effective service provisionHelpful 'jigsaw' approach enables readers to explore specific topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. consent, safety and health promotionExplains the professional and legal issues surrounding clinical proceduresChapters designed to be read as a 'standalone' or in successionEmphasises the crucial role of effective communication.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. New edition of a title in the popular Midwifery Essentials series originally published in conjunction with The Practising Midwife journal. The series covers core topics in midwifery education in an engaging and friendly format using a helpful 'jigsaw' approach which encourages readers to explore topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. effective communication, team working and health promotion. Helpful 'scenarios' throughout each volume encourage debate and reflection, core elements of midwifery education. Fully updated to provide a useful, friendly source of information Strong focus on contemporary women-centred care Designed to stimulate debate and reflection upon current practice, local policies and procedures Scenarios enable practitioners to understand the context of maternity care and explore their role in safe and effective service provision Helpful 'jigsaw' approach enables readers to explore specific topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. consent, safety and health promotion Explains the professional and legal issues surrounding clinical procedures Chapters designed to be read as a 'standalone' or in succession Emphasises the crucial role of effective communication Makes reference to the latest national and international guidelines Contains new scenarios to reflect recent changes in practice Improved layout aids retention and learning Fully updated throughout with the latest evidence base for clinical skills and procedures Embraces the principles of 'Better Births'.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Baillière's Dictionary for Nurses and Health Care Workers remains the nursing dictionary of choice throughout the world!The latest edition of this authoritative paperback has been thoroughly revised and updated to meet the needs of nurses and health care workers in a variety of clinical settings.Published for the first time in full colour, the comprehensive dictionary entries are supplemented by common abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes and roots, together with units of measurement and tables of normal values. Other helpful appendices include nutrition, resuscitation, first aid, medicines control, the legal and professional framework of nursing, professional standards of practice and behaviour, immunization and vaccinations, prevention and control of infection, revalidation, and clinical supervision.User friendly text presented in a handy pocket size formatSuitable for a variety of settings raging from the high-tech high-dependency environment to primary care and community settingsClear artwork helps further clarify terms and difficult conceptsIncludes common abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes and roots, together with units of measurement and normal valuesHelpful appendices cover nutrition, resuscitation, first aid, medicines control, immunization and vaccinations, and prevention and control of infectionIdeal for all newcomers to the clinical and healthcare environment.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Baillière's Dictionary for Nurses and Health Care Workers remains the nursing dictionary of choice throughout the world!The latest edition of this authoritative paperback has been thoroughly revised and updated to meet the needs of nurses and health care workers in a variety of clinical settings.Published for the first time in full colour, the comprehensive dictionary entries are supplemented by common abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes and roots, together with units of measurement and tables of normal values. Other helpful appendices include nutrition, resuscitation, first aid, medicines control, the legal and professional framework of nursing, professional standards of practice and behaviour, immunization and vaccinations, prevention and control of infection, revalidation, and clinical supervision.User friendly text presented in a handy pocket size formatSuitable for a variety of settings raging from the high-tech high-dependency environment to primary care and community settingsClear artwork helps further clarify terms and difficult conceptsIncludes common abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes and roots, together with units of measurement and normal valuesHelpful appendices cover nutrition, resuscitation, first aid, medicines control, immunization and vaccinations, and prevention and control of infectionIdeal for all newcomers to the clinical and healthcare environment.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The second edition of the popular Midwifery Essentials series continues to help readers understand and master a range of core issues safely and with confidence!Written by leading midwifery academics, each book in the series provides a user-friendly source of information which has been fully updated thruoghout to reflect the latest evidence-base for current practice. Now with an improved design to make learning as easy as possible, each paperback in the series focuses on the importance of communication and comtemporary women-centred care and presents helpful 'scenarios' to encourage debate and reflection.The Midwifery Essentials series is ideal for all midwives - whether qualified or in training - and is also helpful to nurses and HCAs working in the maternity environment.Helpful 'jigsaw' approach enables readers to explore specific topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. effective communication, team working and health promotionExplains the professional and legal issues surrounding current practiceChapters designed to be read as a 'standalone' or in successionMakes reference to the latest national and international guidelinesEmbraces the principles of 'Better Births'.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. The second edition of the popular Midwifery Essentials series continues to help readers understand and master a range of core issues safely and with confidence!Written by leading midwifery academics, each book in the series provides a user-friendly source of information which has been fully updated thruoghout to reflect the latest evidence-base for current practice. Now with an improved design to make learning as easy as possible, each paperback in the series focuses on the importance of communication and comtemporary women-centred care and presents helpful 'scenarios' to encourage debate and reflection.The Midwifery Essentials series is ideal for all midwives - whether qualified or in training - and is also helpful to nurses and HCAs working in the maternity environment.Helpful 'jigsaw' approach enables readers to explore specific topics from a variety of perspectives e.g. effective communication, team working and health promotionExplains the professional and legal issues surrounding current practiceChapters designed to be read as a 'standalone' or in successionMakes reference to the latest national and international guidelinesEmbraces the principles of 'Better Births'.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Are you a nurse dealing with drug administration? Do you prescribe drugs? Whether you are a newly qualified nurse or a student on placement, this book makes understanding drugs simple. Reduced to the essentials, clearly arranged with tables and schematics, each page concisely provides the required knowledge. Key Features: Pocket sized and portable - perfect for taking with you on placements, on to the ward, or in your bag for a quick refresher whilst at work Spiral bound for ease of use and clearly laid out tables Indications, contra-indications and side effects of the frequently used drugs within the UK Organised by body system, and then by symptom for easy navigation Pocket sized and portable - perfect for taking with you on placements, on to the ward, or in your bag for a quick refresher whilst at work Spiral bound for ease of use and clearly laid out tables Indications, contra-indications and side effects of the frequently used drugs within the UK Organised by body system, and then by symptom for easy navigation.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Are you a nurse dealing with drug administration? Do you prescribe drugs? Whether you are a newly qualified nurse or a student on placement, this book makes understanding drugs simple. Reduced to the essentials, clearly arranged with tables and schematics, each page concisely provides the required knowledge. Key Features: Pocket sized and portable - perfect for taking with you on placements, on to the ward, or in your bag for a quick refresher whilst at work Spiral bound for ease of use and clearly laid out tables Indications, contra-indications and side effects of the frequently used drugs within the UK Organised by body system, and then by symptom for easy navigation Pocket sized and portable - perfect for taking with you on placements, on to the ward, or in your bag for a quick refresher whilst at work Spiral bound for ease of use and clearly laid out tables Indications, contra-indications and side effects of the frequently used drugs within the UK Organised by body system, and then by symptom for easy navigation.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Ross and Wilson Self-Assessment in Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness is a handy self-assessment paperback contains over 500 multiple-choice-questions to help readers evaluate their understanding of introductory level human biology. Fully indexed, with helpful explanations given throughout the answer section, the book will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, biomedical and paramedical science, operating department practice, and complementary therapy and massage therapy.Over 500 MCQs support revision and learningIdeal for individual use or in an informal group settingPerfect prior to exams and/or for use during 'placement breaks' or 'on the move'.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. With up to 20% of women developing a mental health problem during pregnancy or within a year of giving birth, Perinatal Mental Health provides the UK's first practical guide aimed specifically at the midwives who care for them.The book combines clinical and theoretical approaches to midwifery practice, and takes a holistic, women-centred approach to care. All aspects of perinatal mental health are covered comprehensively, including birth, support for fathers, social and cultural factors, the parent/infant relationship, and midwifery care for trans/masculine, and non-binary people.Written through a unique collaboration between experienced midwives, academics and perinatal mental health experts, this text contains all the key information needed by midwives and student midwives who may encounter women in need of mental health support during pregnancy and beyond.Practical guidance to help with the difficult conversationsStrategies to enhance psychological support for women with mental health conditionsPatient scenarios to encourage debate and reflectionAligns with Nursing and Midwifery Council StandardsCase studies and references to national and international guidelines throughout to link theory with practiceSuccinct and easy to follow text to help readers master the core issues with confidence.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. With up to 20% of women developing a mental health problem during pregnancy or within a year of giving birth, Perinatal Mental Health provides the UK's first practical guide aimed specifically at the midwives who care for them.The book combines clinical and theoretical approaches to midwifery practice, and takes a holistic, women-centred approach to care. All aspects of perinatal mental health are covered comprehensively, including birth, support for fathers, social and cultural factors, the parent/infant relationship, and midwifery care for trans/masculine, and non-binary people.Written through a unique collaboration between experienced midwives, academics and perinatal mental health experts, this text contains all the key information needed by midwives and student midwives who may encounter women in need of mental health support during pregnancy and beyond.Practical guidance to help with the difficult conversationsStrategies to enhance psychological support for women with mental health conditionsPatient scenarios to encourage debate and reflectionAligns with Nursing and Midwifery Council StandardsCase studies and references to national and international guidelines throughout to link theory with practiceSuccinct and easy to follow text to help readers master the core issues with confidence.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Ross and Wilson Self-Assessment in Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness is a handy self-assessment paperback contains over 500 multiple-choice-questions to help readers evaluate their understanding of introductory level human biology. Fully indexed, with helpful explanations given throughout the answer section, the book will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, biomedical and paramedical science, operating department practice, and complementary therapy and massage therapy.Over 500 MCQs support revision and learningIdeal for individual use or in an informal group settingPerfect prior to exams and/or for use during 'placement breaks' or 'on the move'.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Baillière's Midwives' Dictionary is an indispensable resource relied on by midwives around the world. Now in its 14th edition, this handy dictionary has been fully updated to define terminology relevant to contemporary midwifery and related obstetrics.The dictionary provides clear, simple definitions that can be easily understood by midwives of all levels, from first-year students to practising midwives, maternity support workers and birth professionals. It includes illustrations and appendices to explain key concepts further.This must-have little book will be your essential companion through your career, from the time you take your exams to your practice in an obstetric unit, community setting, home birth or an isolated location in a developing country.User-friendly text to support understandingPocket-sized format for ease of useHelpful appendices address primary post-partum haemorrhage, maternal basic life support, neonatal resuscitation, management of shoulder dystocia and cord prolapseUseful abbreviations listResearch methods and psychosocial terms updated.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.Gatford's Drugs Calculations supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.Case scenarios and practical examples bring drug calculations to lifeIntroduction to the forms of medications - solid, liquid, infused and paediatric - enhances reader knowledgeCovers medication administration concepts, mathematical formulas and pharmacokinetics related to calculating the bioavailability of medicationsSafety messages and alerts ensure patient safety'Super case' follows patient through the lifespan to consolidate learningImages and icons make the text easy to navigateQuick-reference card to remind readers of essential formulae.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.Gatford's Drugs Calculations supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.Case scenarios and practical examples bring drug calculations to lifeIntroduction to the forms of medications - solid, liquid, infused and paediatric - enhances reader knowledgeCovers medication administration concepts, mathematical formulas and pharmacokinetics related to calculating the bioavailability of medicationsSafety messages and alerts ensure patient safety'Super case' follows patient through the lifespan to consolidate learningImages and icons make the text easy to navigateQuick-reference card to remind readers of essential formulae.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. This convenient Handbook will be invaluable to students starting out on a pre-registration nursing course. Covering a broad range of topics, from helping understand what tutors and mentors expect, how to plan work, and coping with stress, it will support undergraduates across all aspects of student life.This book will help students to:Write assignmentsCope with stressMake the most of clinical placementsReflect on practiceUnderstand nursing models, theories and philosophiesUnderstand medical terminology and nursing jargonDeal with legal and ethical issues.…

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Paperback. Condizione: New. '300 Questions and Answers in Medical and General Nursing' has been published in response to repeated requests for self-test material in this subject - one of the areas that cause most difficulty in examination. This collection of multiple choice questions gives the student the opportunity to concentrate on specific areas of weakness with a focussed and comprehensive review programme in the subject of their choice.Compiled by a leading training centre, these questions are representative of the type of question likely to appear in the examination paper. By using this revision guide you will not only increase your understanding of the subject but also increase your chances of achieving success in the examination.* ·Another new Butterworth-Heinemann study aid specifically tailored to the needs of the Veterinary Nurse student. * · '300 Questions and Answers in Medical and General Nursing' provides the student with a collection of new questions and answers in individual subject areas so that the student can concentrate on specific areas of weakness. * ·This new Series of Multiple Choice Questions provides the veterinary nurse student with additional opportunities for both self-assessment and examination practice.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. '300 Questions and Answers in Medical and General Nursing' has been published in response to repeated requests for self-test material in this subject - one of the areas that cause most difficulty in examination. This collection of multiple choice questions gives the student the opportunity to concentrate on specific areas of weakness with a focussed and comprehensive review programme in the subject of their choice.Compiled by a leading training centre, these questions are representative of the type of question likely to appear in the examination paper. By using this revision guide you will not only increase your understanding of the subject but also increase your chances of achieving success in the examination.* ·Another new Butterworth-Heinemann study aid specifically tailored to the needs of the Veterinary Nurse student. * · '300 Questions and Answers in Medical and General Nursing' provides the student with a collection of new questions and answers in individual subject areas so that the student can concentrate on specific areas of weakness. * ·This new Series of Multiple Choice Questions provides the veterinary nurse student with additional opportunities for both self-assessment and examination practice.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Neurological clinical examinations are some of the most intimidating procedures medical students, junior doctors and residents have to perform. This book's clear, succinct explanations and simple/memorable line drawings, along with top tips/common mistakes boxes, combine to demystify the subject and offer straightforward guidance. The spectacular success of the book over many years demonstrates that it succeeds more than any other resource available. This 6th edition will ensure the content remains as fresh, current and easy to interpret as ever.A concise and lucid explanation of how to examine the nervous systemCopiously illustrated with clear line diagrams and flow chartsInstructions are clear and systematic - what to do, what you will find, and what it means.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A one-stop guide to the SJTWritten by Foundation Years' doctors who have recently sat and passed the SJTCo-written and quality assured by Professor of Medical Education for Clinical Practice and Dean for Students, Barts and the London School of Medicine and DentistrySummarises candidate information about the SJT (GMC guidelines and documents, plus relevant legislation) with full referencingDescribes the two question types (ranking and MCQ)Gives top 10 tips for understanding the subtleties and subtext of the SJTProvides the scoring matrix for students to calculate their scores easilyCovers each of the five question domains with practice questions.250 practice questions in totalMemory aid text boxes throughout to aid progressive learning.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. This is an indispensable companion to the 'Sunflower book' - the highly acclaimed Illustrated Textbook of Paediatrics (6th Edition). It is essential for those who wish to test or improve their learning, or for exam revision for undergraduate or early postgraduate speciality exams.It includes high quality questions, some including images or diagrams, on important topics covering the paediatrics and child health curriculum. Explanations about both correct and incorrect answers are provided.The authors are highly experienced examiners and question writers, ensuring that the questions are similar to those encountered in exams or help explain difficult topics.Over 250 Single Best Answer questionsOver 200 question stems for Extended Matching questionsExplanations provided not only of the correct but also of incorrect answersClinical photographs included to ask questions about clinical signs.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Patient safety is now a very strong focus of pharmacy degrees. Competency-based evaluations of pharmacy students using simulated assessments including Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) and Criterion Referenced Assessments (CRAs) are increasingly commonplace. These are designed to simulate aspects of real-life pharmacy practice in order to train students to integrate their knowledge of medicinal chemistry, pharmaceutics, therapeutics, legislation, clinical skills, numeracy, communication and empathy, and to test a student's ability to provide safe and effective patient care.Pharmacy OSCEs and Competency-Based Assessments provides a unique resource to support students and trainers in developing and practising these essential skills. It is designed as a useful resource for undergraduate students, clinical tutors and those involved in teaching students on pharmacy degree courses.Short chapter introductions about how to tackle the type of problems encountered in the chapterStation examples to test your ability to integrate knowledge and skillsStations written in detail so that you can practise and then check or score performance against model answersExamples of competency-based assessments designed to assess the level of integration between science and practice.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Neurological clinical examinations are some of the most intimidating procedures medical students, junior doctors and residents have to perform. This book's clear, succinct explanations and simple/memorable line drawings, along with top tips/common mistakes boxes, combine to demystify the subject and offer straightforward guidance. The spectacular success of the book over many years demonstrates that it succeeds more than any other resource available. This 6th edition will ensure the content remains as fresh, current and easy to interpret as ever.A concise and lucid explanation of how to examine the nervous systemCopiously illustrated with clear line diagrams and flow chartsInstructions are clear and systematic - what to do, what you will find, and what it means.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. A one-stop guide to the SJTWritten by Foundation Years' doctors who have recently sat and passed the SJTCo-written and quality assured by Professor of Medical Education for Clinical Practice and Dean for Students, Barts and the London School of Medicine and DentistrySummarises candidate information about the SJT (GMC guidelines and documents, plus relevant legislation) with full referencingDescribes the two question types (ranking and MCQ)Gives top 10 tips for understanding the subtleties and subtext of the SJTProvides the scoring matrix for students to calculate their scores easilyCovers each of the five question domains with practice questions.250 practice questions in totalMemory aid text boxes throughout to aid progressive learning.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. This is an indispensable companion to the 'Sunflower book' - the highly acclaimed Illustrated Textbook of Paediatrics (6th Edition). It is essential for those who wish to test or improve their learning, or for exam revision for undergraduate or early postgraduate speciality exams.It includes high quality questions, some including images or diagrams, on important topics covering the paediatrics and child health curriculum. Explanations about both correct and incorrect answers are provided.The authors are highly experienced examiners and question writers, ensuring that the questions are similar to those encountered in exams or help explain difficult topics.Over 250 Single Best Answer questionsOver 200 question stems for Extended Matching questionsExplanations provided not only of the correct but also of incorrect answersClinical photographs included to ask questions about clinical signs.…

Spiral Bound. Condizione: New. The new Ross and Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology is a quick reference and revision guide designed specifically for the needs of nursing and allied health students, as well as those of paramedical science, operating department practice, and complementary therapy. The volume provides over 250 topics, each one presenting a key anatomical structure together with notes covering its anatomy, physiology and clinical relevance. Designed for portability, this helpful pocket guide is intended to facilitate and reinforce learning and comes with a helpful online self-assessment program containing a range of MCQs and anatomical labelling exercises.Summarizes essential facts from the world's favourite human biology textbook!Presents over 250 key anatomical structures together with 'quick reference' revision notes regarding their structure, function and clinical relevanceStraightforward language and user-friendly approach provides a useful, up-to-date aide-memoire in a helpful, easy-to-carry formatHelpful website provides a range of self-assessment exercises on anatomy and physiology to help consolidate learning.…

Spiral Bound. Condizione: New. The new Ross and Wilson Pocket Reference Guide to Anatomy and Physiology is a quick reference and revision guide designed specifically for the needs of nursing and allied health students, as well as those of paramedical science, operating department practice, and complementary therapy. The volume provides over 250 topics, each one presenting a key anatomical structure together with notes covering its anatomy, physiology and clinical relevance. Designed for portability, this helpful pocket guide is intended to facilitate and reinforce learning and comes with a helpful online self-assessment program containing a range of MCQs and anatomical labelling exercises.Summarizes essential facts from the world's favourite human biology textbook!Presents over 250 key anatomical structures together with 'quick reference' revision notes regarding their structure, function and clinical relevanceStraightforward language and user-friendly approach provides a useful, up-to-date aide-memoire in a helpful, easy-to-carry formatHelpful website provides a range of self-assessment exercises on anatomy and physiology to help consolidate learning.…