Books by Claire (Practice Development Trainer Boyd

Clinical Skills for NursesA handy introduction to the essential practical procedures that nurses need to knowClinical Skills for Nurses is designed to help student nurses understand the practice of common clinical skills and procedures in various healthcare environments, from the acute hospital ward to the community setting. Written by a highly experienced nurse and Practice Development Trainer, this pocket-sized guide covers 16 clinical skills in an accessible, step-by-step format. Numerous activities and exercises build your confidence and competence, whilst end-of-chapter questions test your understanding of intravenous therapy, tracheotomy care, bowel care, early patient assessment and response, basic life support, and more.Now in its second edition, Clinical Skills for Nurses provides new and updated material throughout, including information about the PUREWICK female external catheter, constipation, moisture lesions, Aseptic Non-Touch Technique (ANTT), and the National Early Warning Score (NEWS2). This edition also includes more 'Test Your Knowledge' questions, new links to internet resources, and coverage of four additional clinical skills: stoma care, continence care, anaphylaxis, and performing an electrocardiogram (ECG).* Reflects the current NMC standards for pre-registration education and the Essential Skills Clusters* Provides the underpinning knowledge of how each clinical skill should be performed* Features valuable tips, hints, and advice from real-life student nurses* Includes numerous examples drawn from a variety of real-world nursing and healthcare scenarios* Contains a wealth of learning tools, including glossary boxes, key points, learning outcomes, illustrations, tables, and graphsDeveloped by nursing students for nursing students, Clinical Skills for Nurses, Second Edition is a must-have guide for all student nurses as well as newly qualified or more experienced nurses looking to refresh their knowledge of clinical skills.

In these newly revised Second Editions of Medicine Management Skills for Nurses and Calculation Skills for Nurses, renowned nursing trainer Claire Boyd delivers a concise, pocket-sized companion to the subject of medicines management, drug administration, and crucial nursing calculation abilities that's perfect for student nurses, associate practitioners, and newly qualified registered nurses.Part of the popular Student Survival Skills series, this two-book bundle includes tips, advice, and words of wisdom for people working through the nursing curriculum. It mirrors the standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council and contains interactive student activities throughout the book.Bundle includes:978-1-119-80792-6 Medicine Management Skills for Nurses, 2nd Edition978-1-119-80812-1 Calculation Skills for Nurses, 2nd Edition

The fast and easy way to pass the Nursing Calculations testIs the maths behind the medicine making you maudlin over taking your Nursing Calculations test? You've come to the right place! Written by a nurse with countless hours of experience--and who trains other nurses every day--this plain-English, no-nonsense guide to nursing calculations and IV therapy makes it easier to come to grips with the numbers and formulas you'll encounter on the day of the exam--and in the field.Many students and practising nurses struggle with mathematics. Luckily, this friendly guide is here to take the intimidation out of the subject, arming you with the knowledge and know-how you need to take the exam with confidence and to achieve the best score possible. From fractions, percentages, and proportions to pills, fluids, and prescriptions, Nursing Calculations & IV Therapy For Dummies UK edition offers detailed advice and instruction on everything you need to know to pass the exam with flying colours.* Hundreds of practise questions help you learn and revise* Clear explanations and lack of jargon make learning easy* Observation charts and extra content are available for download upon purchase* Combines nursing calculations and IV therapy to offer excellent valueWhether you're a student revising for the Nursing Calculations test, a newly qualified nurse looking to brush up on your maths skills, or a member of a medical staff who's been asked to take on nursing duties, this friendly and accessible guide makes maths less menacing.

Survive academic study with this snappy guide to research techniques and strategies for all student nurses.

Survive placements and practice with this essential guide for all student nurses.

Survive clinical skills training with this essential guide for all student nurses.