Books in the At a Glance (Nursing and Healthcare) series

Palliative Care Nursing at a Glance is the perfect companion for nursing students, health and social care practitioners, and all those involved in palliative care delivery, both in the clinical and home setting.

Independent and Supplementary Prescribing At a GlanceThe market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise, simple approach and excellent illustrations.Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text.Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond.Everything you need to know about Independent and Supplementary Prescribing at a Glance!Independent and Supplementary Prescribing At a Glance is an accessible and practical resource for healthcare students looking to become independent and supplementary prescribers. Each part of the book is mapped against a recognised prescribing framework published by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) for all Registered Healthcare Professionals, and addresses NMC and HCPC regulatory body requirements. The text presents full-colour images, a user-friendly approach to key prescribing topics, and a structure that allows readers to dip-in and out as needed, appealing to a variety of learning styles.Topics include:* Professional, legal, and ethical prescribing considerations; independent and supplementary prescribing; critical thinking and clinical reasoning; exploring interventions and differential diagnosis* Non-pharmacological approaches and pharmacological treatment options; prescribing reference guides, medication selection and how to prescribe* Holistic assessment, quality of life, and evidence-based practice; public health, infection prevention and control; consultation models and principles of history taking and physical examination skills* Building relationships, inclusive prescribing and informed choices; medicine optimisation, adverse reactions, and prescribing generic productsIndependent and Supplementary Prescribing At a Glance is a comprehensive and complete learning and study resource for Registered Nurses, Registered Midwives, Physician Associates and Healthcare Professionals who want to become independent prescribers within the UK.For more information on the complete range of Wiley nursing and health publishing, please visit: www.wiley.comTo receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/emailAll content reviewed by students for studentsWiley nursing books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind.If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewnursingbooks.com to find out more.This new edition is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see www.wiley.com/buy/9781119837916

Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing and Healthcare Students at a GlanceThe market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise, simple approach and excellent illustrations.Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text.Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond.Everything you need to know about anatomy and physiology ... at a Glance!An ideal introduction and revision guide for anatomy and physiologyAs part of the popular At a Glance series, Anatomy & Physiology for Nursing & Healthcare Students provides a wonderful introduction to the topic and is written with the student nurse in mind. This is also a useful reference guide for any healthcare professional looking for a quick refresher on the human body. The book strikes a balance between being succinct without being superficial, with concise writing that provides an overview of anatomy and physiology. Helping nurses develop practical skills and deliver increasingly complex care for patients through the study of how the body functions, readers will also find:* A user-friendly approach that includes bite-size pieces of information and full-colour diagrams to help students retain, recall, and apply facts to their practice* Clinical practice points that aim to encourage readers to relate to the theoretical concepts in practice* New to the second edition: a chapter on anatomical terms and emphasising the importance of the correct anatomical terminology in communication between healthcare professionals* Includes access to a companion website with self-assessment questions for each chapterThis quick and easy-to-digest introduction to anatomy and physiology is the perfect textbook for nursing students in all fields of practice, allied healthcare students including paramedics and physiotherapists, and newly qualified nurses and nursing associates. It is also an ideal reference book for anyone looking for an overview of the human body. The book is also available in a range of digital formats which allows for easy access on the go.For more information on the complete range of Wiley nursing and health publishing, please visit: www.wiley.comTo receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/emailAll content reviewed by students for studentsWiley nursing books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind.If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewnursingbooks.com to find out more.This new edition is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see www.wiley.com/buy/9781119757207

District Nursing at a Glance is the perfect study and revision guide for students and qualified nurses alike, providing a concise yet thorough overview of community care and its implications for nursing practice. A new addition to the market-leading at a Glance series, this dynamic and highly visual resource covers a wide range of fundamental topics, from the historical and theoretical background of district nursing to practical information on prescribing, mental health, home assessment, pain management, end of life care, and much more. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this portable and accessible guide:* Provides a clear picture of delivering care in a patient's own home and addresses many contemporary and emerging aspects of practice* Covers stroke, cancer, diabetes, epilepsy, chemotherapy, and other common diseases suffered by patients in the community setting* Offers up-to-date information and advice on evidence-based practice, educational pathways, and career development* Discusses the use of mobile technology to support professional practice of caring for patients in their homes* Includes summary boxes, key points, full references, links to online resources, and recommendations for practice to improve the learning experienceDistrict Nursing at a Glance is a must-have revision guide and reference for pre-registration nursing students, particularly those in community clinical placements, post-registration students on district nursing courses, and newly qualified district nurses and healthcare assistants.

Alles, was Sie über den Beruf des Krankenpflegehelfers wissen müssen, auf einen Blick!The Nursing Associate at a Glance ist ein umfassender Leitfaden, der angehende Krankenpflegehelfer bei der Wiederholung der Lerninhalte und beim praxisbezogenen Lernen unterstützen soll. Das Werk hilft den Lesern, ihren Verhaltenskodex durchzusetzen und einzuhalten, gesunde Verhaltensweisen zu fördern, Krankheiten zu behandeln sowie Pflegeleistungen effektiv zu erbringen und zu überwachen. Ausgehend von den sechs Kompetenzstandards für Krankenpflegehelfer des Nursing and Midwifery Council enthält das Buch unverzichtbare Informationen zu verschiedenen Pflegethemen, darunter:* wie man zur ganzheitlichen Betreuung beiträgt, auch mit der Frage, wie man die eigene Resilienz stärken kann und wie sich die verschiedenen Rollen in den Kranken- und Sozialpflegeteams ergänzen* wie sich die Sicherheit und Qualität der Pflege verbessern lassen, u.a. mit einer Betrachtung der Gesetzeslage zu Gesundheit und Arbeitssicherheit und mit der Verwendung von Instrumenten zur Risikobewertung* wie effektive Arbeit im Team gelingt, auch mit Blick auf positive Interaktionen mit den anderen Mitgliedern des Pflegeteams, und wie man Daten verwaltet* wie Pflegeleistungen erbracht und überwacht werden können, u.a. mit einer Erörterung zum Umgang mit ängstlichen und verwirrten Patienten sowie Patienten, deren Allgemeinzustand sich verschlechtert

From the publishers of the market leading at a Glance series, and in collaboration with the Association of Respiratory Nurses (ARNS), comes this easy-to-read, highly visual guide bringing together key principles of Respiratory Nursing.

From the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series comes a wide-ranging and succinct overview of the key concepts of emergency care.

Nursing and Healthcare Research at a Glance is perfect for nursing and healthcare students, as well as newly qualified practitioners and anyone looking for a refresher or introduction to research.

Medical-Surgical Nursing at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for nursing and healthcare students from the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series. This easy-to-read, accessible guide brings together all the key principles of caring for patients with medical and surgical needs.

Moving and Handling Patients at a GlanceThe market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise and simple approach and excellent illustrations.Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond.Everything you need to know about Moving and Handling Patients ...at a Glance!From the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series comes a succinct and visual guide to the topic of moving and handling. Wide-ranging yet easy to read, Moving and Handling Patients at a Glance provides an accessible introduction to the key theoretical underpinnings of moving and handling, including the legal aspects, biomechanics, risk assessment and safe principles of handling. It then explores the practical aspects of handling, supported by clear and straightforward illustrations and photographs.* A clear, concise and comprehensive guide to moving and handling patients* Superbly illustrated, with full colour photographs throughout* Practice-oriented and based on the latest evidence to provide safe and effective patient care* Available in a wide-range of digital formats -- perfect for on-the-go study and revisionMoving and Handling Patients at a Glance is ideal for nursing students, health care assistants, newly qualified nurses, as well as physiotherapists and occupational therapists.For more information on the complete range of Wiley nursing publishing, please visit: www.wileynursing.comTo receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/emailAll content reviewed by students for studentsWiley Health Science books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mindIf you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewnursingbooks.com to find out more.This new edition is also available as an e-book.For more details, please see www.wiley.com/buy/9781118853436 or scan this QR code:Moving and Handling Patirnts at a Glance is also available as a digital tetbook. For more details, visit http://bit.ly/MHp1AG

Medicines Management for Nurses at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for pre-registration nursing and healthcare students.

The ideal book for study and revision on pre-registration learning disability nursing courses, this book provides nursing and healthcare students with user-friendly and contemporary information in relation to the key clinical practice issues they may experience when working with people with learning disabilities.

The ideal revision aid for pre-registration mental health nursing students, this accessible, easy-to-read title first explores the essential clinical skills needed by nurses, using the Essential Skills Clusters as an organising framework. The second section goes on to look at common disorders and approaches.

Everything you need to know about Adult Nursing. at a Glance! Adult Nursing at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for Adult Nursing students from the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series.

Children and Young People s Nursing Skills at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for pre-registration children s nursing students. Highly visual, each clinical skill is covered in a two-page spread, with superb colour illustrations accompanied by clear informative text.

The market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise, simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond. Everything you need to know about wound care ... at a Glance! The second edition of Wound Care at a Glance is the ideal study and revision companion for undergraduate nursing and healthcare students, newly qualified practitioners, and for all involved with the provision of high quality, evidence-based wound care. This concise and user-friendly guide enables readers to expand their knowledge and understanding of wound care and skin integrity, and render safe and effective patient-centred care. The guide's highly illustrated, visual approach to the subject of wound care and skin integrity explores the anatomy and physiology of the skin, acute and chronic wounds, pain management, legal and ethical issues, the various complexities of practical wound care, and more. Contains all the information you need to provide safe and effective patient care Presents a clear and concise account of appropriate wound care Incorporates both images and text to appeal to visual and non-visual learners alike Features a companion website containing interactive self-testing features All content reviewed by students for students Wiley nursing books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind. If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewnursingbooks.com to find out more.

From the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series comes a comprehensive yet accessible overview of all the fundamental elements of acute and critical care nursing.

Physical Examination of the Newborn at a Glance provides a comprehensive guide for all those involved with both the routine neonatal examination and the more specific full physical examination of a newborn. Covering the routine care and the competencies required to perform the examination of the newborn as set out by the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE) Screening Programme, this beautifully illustrated book encourages the critical appraisal of personal and practice standards relating to the examination of the newborn in order to promote effective and high quality holistic care of the family unit. Encapsulating the learning requirements across a pre and postΓÇôregistration audience, Physical Examination of the Newborn at a Glance is an indispensable resource for those beginning their journey to become a NIPE practitioner, as well as those who are looking to update their professional knowledge and understanding.

Dementia Care at a Glance is the perfect companion for health and social care professionals, nurses, students as well as family members and voluntary workers needing information and guidance about dementia care.

Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance is a succinct, illustrated guide covering the practical skills needed to manage obstetric and midwifery emergencies, as well as highΓÇôrisk midwifery care. It provides clear guidance on the factors which predispose to complications so that preventative management can be employed whenever possible.  BroadΓÇôranging yet easyΓÇôtoΓÇôread, Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance details the underlying physiology and pathophysiology related to the emergency and explores both the physical and psychological care of the woman, partner and newborn during and following the emergency.  Key features: EvidenceΓÇôbased, with guidance from the NMC, RCOG, NICE, and The Resuscitation Council Presented in an innovative, visual style that makes the key concepts easy to understand Provides helpful websites that expand on various topics as well as providing information on support groups for the woman and her family Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance is an ideal guide for practising midwives, preΓÇÉregistration student midwives, general practitioners and junior doctors to support both revision and clinical practice. 

Including illustrations, this book is suitable for all nursing and healthcare students, and those who are looking for an overview of pathophysiology. It includes key diseases and disease processes affecting each body system.