Transforming Nursing Practice Series – serie

The word 'assessment' can strike terror into any student. However, providing evidence of knowledge and skills for professional practice is an integral and essential part of university life as a nursing student.

This book helps nursing students better understand the processes of assessment so that every student can achieve their potential in their studies. It looks at each of the major forms of assessment including essays, exams, portfolios, presentations, OSCEs and practice assessments. It specifically addresses the needs of nursing students on new degree courses and therefore gives a clear insight on how to succeed as a student nurse.

The word 'assessment' can strike terror into any student. However, providing evidence of knowledge and skills for professional practice is an integral and essential part of university life as a nursing student.

This book helps nursing students better understand the processes of assessment so that every student can achieve their potential in their studies. It looks at each of the major forms of assessment including essays, exams, portfolios, presentations, OSCEs and practice assessments. It specifically addresses the needs of nursing students on new degree courses and therefore gives a clear insight on how to succeed as a student nurse.

Future healthcare services are changing to give patients more rights over their own healthcare. The NMC requires that nurses work in partnership with those in their care. This book provides a timely guide to enabling patient and carer participation in nursing care. It challenges the reader to see the person in the patient and explores the nature of the nurse-patient relationship. It gives practical advice on how students can promote participation on placements and in practice. The book also offers an insight into the realities of being a carer, and discusses how quality of patient experiences can be assessed.

Future healthcare services are changing to give patients more rights over their own healthcare. The NMC requires that nurses work in partnership with those in their care. This book provides a timely guide to enabling patient and carer participation in nursing care. It challenges the reader to see the person in the patient and explores the nature of the nurse-patient relationship. It gives practical advice on how students can promote participation on placements and in practice. The book also offers an insight into the realities of being a carer, and discusses how quality of patient experiences can be assessed.

Pre-registration student nurses spend 50% of their training in practice which provides a wealth of opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills. However, many new students find themselves in a clinical environment which is foreign and confusing. The new edition of this popular book (formerly Learning to Learn in Nursing Practice) helps nursing students prepare for their practice learning experiences, and get the most out of them in order to achieve the required standards. This book is, first and foremost, a practical guide for students on developing learning skills during their practice experiences.

Pre-registration student nurses spend 50% of their training in practice which provides a wealth of opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills. However, many new students find themselves in a clinical environment which is foreign and confusing. The new edition of this popular book (formerly Learning to Learn in Nursing Practice) helps nursing students prepare for their practice learning experiences, and get the most out of them in order to achieve the required standards. This book is, first and foremost, a practical guide for students on developing learning skills during their practice experiences.

Mental health nursing students need to understand their legal duties towards all clients, including specific laws for care of detained patients. Yet these laws can be comples, confusing, and difficult to relate to the reality of nursing care. This book is a clear guide to the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice which explains the specific duties, responsibilities and powers of mental health nurses and the care of detained patients in particular. It explains the most frequently encountered parts of the Act and Code and clarifies common misunderstandings. It outlines dilemmas faced by nurses which may arise from possible conflicting responsibilities. It also gives an introduction to other major legal considerations that mental health nursing students need.

Key features:

Specific guide to the law for mental health nursing students, written by experienced practitioners involved in MHA regulation in England Case studies and examples help the reader relate the law to their clinical practice Multiple choice questions and acticvities help students to develop confidence and become critical and independent learners Linked to relevant NMC Standards and ESCs for degree-level education.

Mental health nursing students need to understand their legal duties towards all clients, including specific laws for care of detained patients. Yet these laws can be comples, confusing, and difficult to relate to the reality of nursing care. This book is a clear guide to the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice which explains the specific duties, responsibilities and powers of mental health nurses and the care of detained patients in particular. It explains the most frequently encountered parts of the Act and Code and clarifies common misunderstandings. It outlines dilemmas faced by nurses which may arise from possible conflicting responsibilities. It also gives an introduction to other major legal considerations that mental health nursing students need.

Key features:

Specific guide to the law for mental health nursing students, written by experienced practitioners involved in MHA regulation in England Case studies and examples help the reader relate the law to their clinical practice Multiple choice questions and acticvities help students to develop confidence and become critical and independent learners Linked to relevant NMC Standards and ESCs for degree-level education.

Dementia care presents a huge challenge to health and social care both now and in the future. The number of those in the UK with dementia is expected to increase to 1.4 million in the next 30 years. Regardless of the field of nursing, all nurses need to understand the experiences of a person with dementia and the issues related to their care. This book provides an introduction to dementia care for nursing students with an emphasis on humanizing care. Real life case studies show the person behind the patient and explore the ethical dilemmas that a nurse may face.

Dementia care presents a huge challenge to health and social care both now and in the future. The number of those in the UK with dementia is expected to increase to 1.4 million in the next 30 years. Regardless of the field of nursing, all nurses need to understand the experiences of a person with dementia and the issues related to their care. This book provides an introduction to dementia care for nursing students with an emphasis on humanizing care. Real life case studies show the person behind the patient and explore the ethical dilemmas that a nurse may face.

The word 'assessment' can strike terror into any student. However, providing evidence of knowledge and skills for professional practice is an integral and essential part of university life as a nursing student.

This book helps nursing students better understand the processes of assessment so that every student can achieve their potential in their studies. It looks at each of the major forms of assessment including essays, exams, portfolios, presentations, OSCEs and practice assessments. It specifically addresses the needs of nursing students on new degree courses and therefore gives a clear insight on how to succeed as a student nurse.

Dementia care presents a huge challenge to health and social care both now and in the future. The number of those in the UK with dementia is expected to increase to 1.4 million in the next 30 years. Regardless of the field of nursing, all nurses need to understand the experiences of a person with dementia and the issues related to their care. This book provides an introduction to dementia care for nursing students with an emphasis on humanizing care. Real life case studies show the person behind the patient and explore the ethical dilemmas that a nurse may face.

Final-year nursing students are often nervous about making the transition to being a registered nurse. This book helps students prepare for their first nursing role and uses 'real life' scenarios to consolidate their skills. It guides students through the final year with its increased demands, and assists them in meeting the NMC requirements for registration. It covers content commonly found on final year transition to practice modules including coping with stress; applying for jobs; what to expect from your first role; dealing with change; delegating and managing junior staff; handling risky situations; managing priorities and developing your career.

Final-year nursing students are often nervous about making the transition to being a registered nurse. This book helps students prepare for their first nursing role and uses 'real life' scenarios to consolidate their skills. It guides students through the final year with its increased demands, and assists them in meeting the NMC requirements for registration. It covers content commonly found on final year transition to practice modules including coping with stress; applying for jobs; what to expect from your first role; dealing with change; delegating and managing junior staff; handling risky situations; managing priorities and developing your career.

This book helps new nursing students, and those applying to nursing programmes, understand what being a nurse is all about. It explores the essential issues, processes and theories of nursing practice, and is therefore an ideal introductory text as you start your nursing programme, or as pre-course reading. This revised edition includes a new first chapter on being a nursing student, with insights from students themselves, and explains what will be expected of you in the new all-degree programmes. Interviews with real nurses in each of the fields of practice gives you an important view into the real world of nursing.

The revised third edition includes a new chapter on being a nursing student, with student tips and stories Updated with, and linked to, the new NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters for degree-level education Activities, case studies and scenarios helps you apply theory to practice Particularly suitable for first-year students and those applying to pre-registration programmes

This book is part of the Transforming Nursing Practice Series, the first series of books designed to help students meet the requirements of the NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters for the new degree programmes.

This book helps new nursing students, and those applying to nursing programmes, understand what being a nurse is all about. It explores the essential issues, processes and theories of nursing practice, and is therefore an ideal introductory text as you start your nursing programme, or as pre-course reading. This revised edition includes a new first chapter on being a nursing student, with insights from students themselves, and explains what will be expected of you in the new all-degree programmes. Interviews with real nurses in each of the fields of practice gives you an important view into the real world of nursing.

The revised third edition includes a new chapter on being a nursing student, with student tips and stories Updated with, and linked to, the new NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters for degree-level education Activities, case studies and scenarios helps you apply theory to practice Particularly suitable for first-year students and those applying to pre-registration programmes

This book is part of the Transforming Nursing Practice Series, the first series of books designed to help students meet the requirements of the NMC Standards and Essential Skills Clusters for the new degree programmes.

Delivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role and identity. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and show you how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018)    • Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and delivering person-centred care in action. • Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice - now with a brand new chapter-length case and accompanying Practice Supervisor notes feature

Delivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role and identity. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and show you how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018)    • Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and delivering person-centred care in action. • Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice - now with a brand new chapter-length case and accompanying Practice Supervisor notes feature

Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice.Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse• Includes new case studies drawn from real life research and expanded discussions of research ethics and participant support • Uses straightforward language and a step-by-step approach to introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process• Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and real-world practice

Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice.Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse• Includes new case studies drawn from real life research and expanded discussions of research ethics and participant support • Uses straightforward language and a step-by-step approach to introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process• Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and real-world practice

Delivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role and identity. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and show you how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018)    • Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and delivering person-centred care in action. • Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice - now with a brand new chapter-length case and accompanying Practice Supervisor notes feature

Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice.Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse• Includes new case studies drawn from real life research and expanded discussions of research ethics and participant support • Uses straightforward language and a step-by-step approach to introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process• Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and real-world practice

Understanding medicines management is central to the nursing role. As a nurse, you will need to make informed decisions about medicine use and optimisation that's tailored to each patient in your care. This book equips you with the theoretical and practical foundations to do just that. It covers the key components of medicines management for all fields, using a scenario-based approach to illustrate how each topic relates to your real-life practice .Key features· Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses (2018)· Scenarios and activities help you to translate the theory into evidence-based practice, from injections and dosing to safety and ethics. · Now with new discussions on medicines adherence, access to medicines, cultural competence and treating children. · Acts as a stepping stone to support your readiness to undertake a prescribing qualification upon registration

Reflection is key to making sense of your practice experiences. This book will build the reflective skills you need to succeed in your studies and to become a reflective practitioner. Learn the principles of reflective practice and how to apply them, enhancing your personal and professional development and ultimately the care you provide.Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards• Covers models and frameworks of reflective practice in clear, straightforward language• Activities and case studies show reflective practice in action and help you begin to reflect on your own experiences 

Reflection is key to making sense of your practice experiences. This book will build the reflective skills you need to succeed in your studies and to become a reflective practitioner. Learn the principles of reflective practice and how to apply them, enhancing your personal and professional development and ultimately the care you provide.Key features• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards• Covers models and frameworks of reflective practice in clear, straightforward language• Activities and case studies show reflective practice in action and help you begin to reflect on your own experiences 

Working with people living with complex health needs is an everyday part of the nursing role. It requires an understanding of different conditions and co-morbidities, of the health and social care services available to manage them and of the influence of societal and political factors. This book joins the dots between the biological, social, and psychological drivers that add complexity to care. From knowledge of key concepts like polypharmacy and the social and political determinants of health, to practical skills in assessment and shared decision making, this book will provide you with a holistic understanding of complex care.Key features• Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards of Proficiency• Includes new discussions of trauma informed care and cultural competence. • Case studies – including insights from experts by experience – explore what complexity means in action, encouraging you to reflect on what you’ve learned, draw on your own experiences and apply your knowledge to practice• Covers all four fields of nursing in primary and secondary settings, as well as the voluntary sector

Working with people living with complex health needs is an everyday part of the nursing role. It requires an understanding of different conditions and co-morbidities, of the health and social care services available to manage them and of the influence of societal and political factors. This book joins the dots between the biological, social, and psychological drivers that add complexity to care. From knowledge of key concepts like polypharmacy and the social and political determinants of health, to practical skills in assessment and shared decision making, this book will provide you with a holistic understanding of complex care.Key features• Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards of Proficiency• Includes new discussions of trauma informed care and cultural competence. • Case studies – including insights from experts by experience – explore what complexity means in action, encouraging you to reflect on what you’ve learned, draw on your own experiences and apply your knowledge to practice• Covers all four fields of nursing in primary and secondary settings, as well as the voluntary sector

Written specifically for nursing students, this book introduces the theory, models and key concepts of health promotion, and how to incorporate them into daily practice. Key features:

Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC StandardsProvides enhanced coverage of the social determinants of health, mental health promotion and promoting health within diverse and vulnerable populationsExplores how digital technologies, including social media and AI, are transforming health promotion, and the associated risks and benefitsFollows a logical structure that introduces the basic theory before turning to different patient groups, communities and trendsFilled with case studies and activities that illustrate how to build health promotion into daily nursing practice and care

This essential text empowers students to promote health and wellbeing effectively among individuals and communities, and within themselves.

Written specifically for nursing students, this book introduces the theory, models and key concepts of health promotion, and how to incorporate them into daily practice. Key features:

Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC StandardsProvides enhanced coverage of the social determinants of health, mental health promotion and promoting health within diverse and vulnerable populationsExplores how digital technologies, including social media and AI, are transforming health promotion, and the associated risks and benefitsFollows a logical structure that introduces the basic theory before turning to different patient groups, communities and trendsFilled with case studies and activities that illustrate how to build health promotion into daily nursing practice and care

This essential text empowers students to promote health and wellbeing effectively among individuals and communities, and within themselves.