Foundations of nursing

Provides comprehensive information necessary to successfully complete a practical or vocational nursing curriculum, including basic nursing, adult health nursing and material and pediatric nursing. This book covers the health care system, communication, nursing processes, and client teaching, as wel...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: White, Lois (Author), Baumle, Wendy (Author), Duncan, Gena (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Clifton Park, New York : Cengage Learning , c2011
Edition:3rd ed
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. Foundations
  • 2. The health care environment
  • 3. Communication
  • 4. Developmental and psychosocial concerns
  • 5. Health promotion
  • 6. Infection control
  • 7. Fundamental nursing care
  • 8. Nursing procedures
  • 9. Essential concepts
  • 10. Nursing care of the client: oxygenation and perfusion
  • 11. Nursing care of the client: digestion and elimination
  • 12. Nursing care of the client: mobility, coordination, and regulation