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Pocket Guide to Basic Skills and Procedures (Nursing Pocket Guides)
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 610.73
EAN: 9780323019248
Edition: 5
ISBN: 0323019242
Label: Mosby
Manufacturer: Mosby
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 496
Publication Date: June 15, 2002
Publisher: Mosby
Studio: Mosby
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Editorial Review:
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 nurses 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.Spanish version of 4th edition also available, ISBN: 84-8174-391-7
Customer Reviews
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Rating: - A Nursing Students best friend
This pocket guide is just that, handy to put in your pocket. It has been great to study by and has been a great reference for procedures. When in doubt I look it up. Easy to read and follow. Great pictures too! Like all medical books it's a little expensive but worth the price.
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